Reviews: Belhaven Town Dock at Wynne's Gut

Reviewed by: Daniel , Stoic Sailor, on Dec 3, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 32'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 4

Had everything I needed with a friendly staff at the Bellhaven Marina next door.

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Reviewed by: Mark W on Sep 23, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 4

The "dollar dock" is a great way to visit Belhaven NC. It has been two years since we visited last, and the town has much more now to offer. The ICW Brewery 300 ft away serves up fantastic tasting beer and other beverages. The hardware store 1/2 block down is well stocked, and a grocery store is a quick golf cart ride away. Many restaurants and other food options to choose from. A couple of fun stores to browse are here too.

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Reviewed by: Jose De Freitas , Viva Libre, on Nov 23, 2022
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 30'
Draft: 3.6'

Rating: 5

Awesome location with amenities near by.

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Reviewed by: Thomas DeMarzo , Happy Ours, on Jul 16, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 36'
Draft: 3.6'

Rating: 3

Pump out hookup is located at the first dock on right as you enter the cove, not all the way down by the "pump out" sign in back of the cove(where we logically first docked for the pump out). $5 pump out. You need to purchase a token in the Belhaven marina office next door, retrieve the pump hoses from the dock box, hook up to boat, walk 300 feet to put token in machine, walk 300' back to boat to complete pump and return hoses to dock box. A lot of work for a pump out.

Otherwise, nice quiet cove within short walking distance to some nice restaurants, shops and pubs. Well worth the $1/ft. Fixed docks with benches to sit on

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Reviewed by: Captain Gene Of Galene on May 7, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 39'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

Windy and stormy forecast for next several days so came here for safe harbor. Town has some nice small town stores and people are friendly. Solid dock good place to hide from strong North winds. Still $1' and $5 for electric 30A. We have stopped here before for just pump outs. Thank you Belhaven for the hospitality. Previous reviews are accurate snapsot of this town.

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Reviewed by: James Ellison on Jun 20, 2020
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 42'
Draft: 5.2'

Rating: 3

We really enjoy Belhaven and the dinghy dock is close to most things in town. Unfortunately, the comment in the WW Guide about "free WiFi" is incorrect. Unlike it's close neighbor Little Washington, the Belhaven WiFi requires a password only given if you stay in Wayne's Cut and pay. We're anchored just outside, great signal, no password. We plan to go ashore to shop and eat. They could learn a thing or two from Little Washington.

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Reviewed by: Anita Smith on May 5, 2020
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 4

Watch for the big white sign for Wynnes Cut Town Docks. There is a narrow approach channel with 8 ft depth off the Main harbor channel well marked by pilings. Stay in between those and do not try to go outside on the East to the end to the bulkhead where the sign is as there are numerous pilings just under the surface. Normal depth dockside 7.5 feet. Depth with NW wind blowing, 6.5 feet. There is very little turn around room, so easiest just to set for a starboard tie and then once on the dock warp the boat around for a port tie facing out. The cut is wide enough to allow this for a 50 ft boat. Free WiFi, but a bit weak out on the docks. Water and 30A power on the docks. Also a floating dock in the back for dinghies. If the dock looks full check just past the floating dock as there appears to be room for another boat there. The dock is right next to the main st with restaurants and the hardware store. No groceries or fuel nearby.

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Reviewed by: Docford , Last Dance, on Jul 15, 2019
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 3

This could be a great place to visit the tiny, quaint town of Belhaven. The wharf is sturdy and nicely decked. There are 3 pairs of 30A outlets. Town is only a few steps away. When you arrive, call the Harbormaster, Greg, who is also the dockmaster at Belhaven Marina. He will come to the dock to register you and collect the fees.

The Chamber of Commerce has built a nice boaters' lounge, restrooms and showers (we are told). We never got to check them out or use them because we visited on a Monday when the Chamber is closed. The facilities are only open when the Chamber is open and they are closed Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. The city has hired a Harbormaster to collect the fees, but they do not give him the ability to allow paying customers to use the restrooms. Tuesday is not the best day to visit since the outstanding restaurant, Spoon River, is closed that day. So, plan your visit on Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday.

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Reviewed by: Greta on Oct 21, 2018
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 45'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Downtown Beaufort at its finest. Caters to visiting boaters. Plenty of restaurants, bars, shopping and laundry nearby.

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Reviewed by: John Rockwell on Apr 26, 2018
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Ideal location to town amenities. There is a hardware store and about 6 places to eat within walking distance. (Although a hike to the nearest grocery -Food Lion.)

This is a small confined basin that is protected from all weather. But.. if it's blowing hard from the south you want to make sure there is space before you go in there. Plan on tying up starboard side to the first dock (the one with the railing and the pump-out) to check out the basin for available space. If you have a single screw and you get down into the basin with a stiff southerly you might have a problem if there is no place to tie up.

The fixed docks are in great condition, have ladders and cleats on the pilings to make things easy. The pump-out requires a $5 coin available from town hall or the hardware store across the street.

(Note: other boater review refers to adjacent private marina - this one is not attended, there is no service)

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Reviewed by: Dusty Rhoads on Nov 17, 2017
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 48'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

The service and knowledge at this marina are tremendous. Always a great stop

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