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Safe Harbor Essex Island

11 Ferry Street
Essex, CT 06426
Connecticut River

Lat / Lon: N 41° 21.200' / W 072° 23.100'
Contact: Doug Domenie
VHF Monitored: 9
VHF Working: 68
Phone: (860) 767-2483
Fax: (860) 767-0075
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://shmarinas.com/locations/safe-harbor-essex-island/

5.00(5)

5.00 out of 5 stars

Review for Safe Harbor Essex Island

Reviewed by: Tina Pickell on Aug 8, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 62'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Top notch marina with helpful friendly staff. Although we didn't use it, the pool appeared to be a fun activity. The shipyard looks like it's a 'dialed in' service yard. Most of the marina is on a small island, so the marina runs a 6-person ferry to access 'the mainland'. The colonial town of Essex was worth a stroll. The marina says it's pet friendly, but the outdoor deck on their restaurants only allows service animals.

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Review for Safe Harbor Essex Island

Reviewed by: mark 10 on Jun 1, 2018
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 50'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

This is defiitely one of my favorite spots. We have been here countless times and always happy; staff, docks, everything is great . Was laid up during a storm, had to get back home, left the boat and wasn't charged. Fair and accommodating, awesome spot... can i give 6 stars.

WG Editor Comment:
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Review for Safe Harbor Essex Island

Reviewed by: Rick Traskos on Sep 29, 2017
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 43'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Captain BullDog said it best. Don't miss a chance to stay at Essex Island, like fine wine, it just keep getting better with age.

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Review for Safe Harbor Essex Island

Reviewed by: Dan Maida , Lightly Salted, on Aug 18, 2017
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

A great location with a full list of amenities ideal for any age. Children will love this place almost as much as mom and dad. Friendly and competent staff. An easy walk to one of the most charming towns anywhere.

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Review for Safe Harbor Essex Island

Reviewed by: Captain Bulldog , Carpe Diem, on Aug 16, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

This is Disneyland for boaters. Watch the current in the chanel but Brewers is pouring big bucks into restoring this as a premier destination resort. Well worth spending a week or season. Everything on premises – restaurant, snack shop, pool activities. And under the well-regarded Doug Domenie.

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