How to Use the Boathouse Connect MCP in Claude

Q: How do I install the Boathouse Connect MCP Server on my Claude Desktop app?

Open your claudedesktopconfig.json file and add the server configuration under the mcpServers key. Once you save and restart Claude Desktop, the marina tools will appear in your chat window.

Q: What happens if the API connection drops during a chat?

Your agent uses checkboathousestatus to verify the connection to your marina management system. If the API is down, Claude warns you immediately so you don't try to book unavailable slips.

Manage marina slips and bookings directly from Claude Desktop without switching tools.

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Run marina bookings inside Claude Desktop

`create_reservation` and `list_reservations` let your Claude Desktop agent book boat slips and check schedules on the fly. This means you don't have to toggle back and forth between your marina management software and your chat window. When a customer calls about a slip, ask Claude Desktop to check `list_schedules` to find an open slot. The agent books it instantly via `create_reservation` and confirms the details without you clicking through old-school database menus.

Look up member records with this MCP Server

`list_users` and `get_user` pull boat owner details right into your Claude Desktop sidebar. You get instant access to contact info and boat specifications during your conversation. If an owner asks to update their profile, your agent grabs their record using `get_user`. This MCP Server eliminates manual search work so you can answer customer questions about their membership status in seconds.

Track marina equipment and location status

`list_equipment` and `get_equipment` expose your physical marina assets to Claude Desktop. You instantly know which docks have working pedestals or what gear is out for maintenance. Your agent checks `list_locations` to map out where to place incoming vessels. Combining this with `check_boathouse_status` ensures your local connections are active before you assign docks to staff.

Setup guide

Set up Boathouse Connect MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Boathouse Connect MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the Boathouse Connect MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under boathouse-connect-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "boathouse-connect-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Boathouse Connect MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your `claude_desktop_config.json` file and add the server configuration under the `mcpServers` key. Once you save and restart Claude Desktop, the marina tools will appear in your chat window.

Yes, you can connect this remote MCP Server to claude.ai by adding it as a custom connector in your browser settings. Paste your Vinkius remote URL, authenticate, and your web agent will have full access to your marina records.

No coding is required to link these tools to your desktop app. You copy the configuration block from your Vinkius dashboard and paste it directly into your Claude Desktop settings.

Your agent uses `check_boathouse_status` to verify the connection to your marina management system. If the API is down, Claude warns you immediately so you don't try to book unavailable slips.

Vinkius runs the server in an isolated sandbox that never stores your member details or slip logs. Your data passes directly between your database and Claude Desktop using secure token authentication.

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