Reviews: River Dunes Marina at Grace Harbor

Reviewed by: David Meindl on Nov 4, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 47'
Draft: 5.7'

Rating: 5

We draw 5'7" and had plenty of water all the way in. Scott, the dockmaster was extremely helpful. When we called him outside the channel at R20, he had already been following us on AIS. He was there waiting for us at the dock and it was nice to have an ex yacht skipper handling our lines. The basin inside the marina is huge and maneuvering was easy. The basin is protected and calm. There is a pool and hot tub in the marina and bicycles are free to use. We did see a kayak rack but never asked if they were also free. The marina restaurant was outstanding! Some of the best food we have had. This marina is an outstanding stop!

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Reviewed by: Tom Brown , Key 2 Cay, on Dec 25, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Scott and his team always provide us with first-rate service when fueling our boats. We are so lucky to have a great fuel dock so conveniently located near our home dock.

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Reviewed by: Jason Williams on Aug 27, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Great marina. Excellent wifi and docks. I would stay here again.

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Reviewed by: Ray Sirois , Shellerina, on Jul 20, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Great Place for our 3rd stay.
But no more courtesy car to get groceries in town.

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Reviewed by: Richard Stevens on Jul 18, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 30'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Spent the night- easy access, solid floating docks, great Staff. The boater's lounge and showers were well maintained. River Dunes is a laid back community with bicycles, kayaks, pool/hot tubs, fire pits- all for your use. The dinner at the club was top notch without breaking the bank! Our two doodles had plenty of space for walks- they even supply 'bags' for the pups. Definitely a do again!

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Reviewed by: Kirk Conners , Fancy Nancy, on Jul 7, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

If you are looking for a "Yacht Club" experience, this is the place. Good docks, good dock hands that help get the boat tied up. Very nice club facility that serves dinner 4 nights a week, and a small grill for lunch that is open 6 days a week. Small store with little sundries but very expensive.
And they have a pool! Restrooms and showers adjacent to the Captain's lounge, all very nice.
Marina is the focal point for a small planned community that is still growing. About 7-8 miles from Oriental, so that's not an option and nothing else close by, so you either use their facilities or you are on your own. They do have a courtesy car, but they limit it's use, so need to take that into consideration.
Very protected harbor, so no wakes or waves to disturb those that get disturbed by those things.
Would visit again if the trip warranted a stop.

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Reviewed by: James Holland , Harmony, on May 23, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 50'
Draft: 0.0'

Rating: 4

The Ritz. Modern floating docks in well protected private gated community. Some of the best bathrooms on the loop. Loaner car. Loaner bikes. Loaner kayaks. OnSpot Wi-Fi. Verizon antenna on site. Swimming pool. Quality restaurant. Beautiful walking and biking trails. The down side is it's remote. There is no nearby town or services. No AT&T.

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Reviewed by: Heading South on Apr 8, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Our northbound trip home allowed us to stay a couple of nights here. Wonderful facilities including a cafe with a great lunch and breakfast selection. Well protected basin and nice areas to walk.

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Reviewed by: Bret Butler , Lucy 2, on Jan 16, 2022
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 43'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

What a nice well protected marina. Scott the dockmaster was excellent to work with and offered advice about best way to secure boat. Really nice clean bathrooms and showers. The restaurant is excellent. A great place to stop for a day or week.

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Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Oct 2, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

Stayed September 24, 2021. Very nice marina. Everything is beautiful and clean. Grounds are exceptional. Nice pool. Only issue was no AT&T cell service. Would still stay here again.

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Reviewed by: John Tyrell on Sep 13, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 3.7'

Rating: 5

Beautiful grounds and location. Nice floating docks and pool. Strong onspot wifi. Well protected. Good docking help from Aaron. Had Verizon service but my wife had troubles with Sprint/TMobile.. Nice clubhouse with TV. On-site restaurant but limited hours/menu.

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Reviewed by: Capt. Sterling on Jul 31, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

Very nice marina, protected, however, NO cell phone service at all! No internet.

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Reviewed by: Jim Distefano , Glass Act, on May 24, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 63'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

A beautiful and well protected marina in a quite location. We stayed aboard and prepared dinner as it was Sunday and the restaurant was not open. Scott was wonderful and helped us tie up upon arrival. He also was very accommodating and filled us in on the details about the
Is wonderful place. Diesel and gas is available but due to fuel shortages diesel was sold out. Scott told us that earlier in the day via phone so we fueled up elsewhere before arrival. I wish we could stay longer but will look forward to doing so in the future.

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Reviewed by: Heath Phillips , Philyria , on Apr 15, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 35'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 5

Very nice marina. Dockhands were excellent. Very nice facilities.

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Reviewed by: Rob Dare , Liberty Call , on Apr 8, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 46'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 5

This is a great marina. Easy to get into the marina and the fuel dock is an easy approach. Nice wide floating docks. A nice little store and 2 good restaurants. A nice pool and all the facilities are super clean. Lots of places to walk our dog with good sidewalks and lots of green space.

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Reviewed by: PaulFromRI on Dec 1, 2020
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 45'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Went back there this year and again had a great experience. The facilities were excellent and service was good but not as good as previous years. A previous reviewer reported running aground in the channel. I have not had this experience there however unless local knowledge says otherwise, I stick to the center of narrow channels.

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Reviewed by: Andre E on Nov 6, 2020
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 52'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 1

This is a bonafide review from my trip to River Dunes on October 29, 2020. Upon arrival, I ran aground in the entry channel in 7.5 feet of water (per my depthfinder) due to what I felt were rocks in the port side of the channel. The next day, I had a diver confirm that my prop was trashed and then had the same diver walk the channel in the area of impact. He did indeed find multiple rocks at depths of 4.5 feet at points as far away as 9 feet from rocks on port side of the channel. I have the video proof of the rocks for anyone interested. I took the case to Scott Bearhope, Marina Operations Manager an he denied the presence of rocks even with the video evidence. Thus far they have been non-responsive to my reasonable request for the marine to pay for the damage to my boat from the unmarked obstacles in the channel. I love the marina, but the failure of the owners to take responsibility for my damage and then to either mark the channel appropriately or remove the rocks is unbelievable for a facility on this level.

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Reviewed by: Joseph Miller on Oct 22, 2019
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 46'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Beautiful marina with lots of amenities. Great pool, multiple hot tubs, outdoor fire pits. Tennis, bicycles, kayaks and paddle boards. Pump out and fuel. Great staff, very helpful. Floating docks well protected.

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Reviewed by: Paul Castaldi on Jun 12, 2018
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 45'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Exvellent marina. Great condition, helpful staff and well protected from all winds. On grounds restaurant is good as are the few shops there. I am told they have a car you can borrow as they are pretty far from most things. Very picturesque marina

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Reviewed by: Paul T on May 28, 2018
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 54'
Draft: 6.0'

Rating: 4

An up market destination marina with very good facilities. Very sheltered and very quiet but limited WiFi on the docks. The facilities there are excellent but you need to use them to get the value for the cost per foot. Would stay again.

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Reviewed by: Capt. George on Apr 24, 2018
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 48'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

This is an excellent marina with a very friendly and helpful staff. It is quite a distance from town; however, there is a courtesy car available for a $20 fee. The food at the restaurant in the club house is very good and they have just opened Yawl’s Café across from the marina. It serves light fare such as burgers, sandwiches, and salads, in large portions at reasonable prices.

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Reviewed by: Andrew Skelton on Dec 4, 2016
Draft: 0.0'

Rating: 5

Immaculate amenities. Friendly staff. Beautiful docks. Extremely good protection. Far from town and not much happening here but beautiful buildings and pool.

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Reviewed by: Cindy Campbell on Jun 1, 2016

A large slice of heaven!

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