Oh wow! Boat shopping is always something to enjoy, even if it is not boat buying. I would also look at kayaks. They are very inexpensive, durable, and fun. I use my kayak nearly every day.
Would you believe I even enjoy just being in my boat at the dock and fooling around cleaning or just watching the other boats. There is just something magical about how being on the water feels :)
A kayak ... you're putting thoughts in my head :)
I'm looking forward to the boat shopping and I agree with you, I like just being near the water, even just sitting on the boat and having a cup of tea and watching the sky.
Oh yeah, a kayak is great exercise and you can take them anywhere! Here they start at $170 with the paddle! Ive had mine for ages and the are pretty indestructible and no maintenance lol.
A kayak might be what I end up with!