Reviews from First Mate (21)

Marina Review for Drummond Island Yacht Haven

Reviewed by: First Mate on Sep 10, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

So many fantastic things to say about this marina!
Staff is beyond helpful.
US Customs on-site.
Wi-fi works wonderfully (using it now to write this review).
$12 all day car rental.
Nice dock shop.
Clean bathrooms.
2-3 miles from several great restaurants.

IDEAL stop for heading back into the USA from the North Channel.

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Marina Review for Wally's Dock Service

Reviewed by: First Mate on Sep 10, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Stopped here for fuel and pump out - right next to the Little Current Town Docks. Nothing noteworthy, but convenient.

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Marina Review for Boyle Marine

Reviewed by: First Mate on Sep 10, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

While stopped overnight in Little Current, we realized we had an issue with our windshield wiper. Called these guys and they came right over and fixed the issue immediately. They also accepted our used diesel fuel from our oil change. They apparently don't take transients, but if you need work done, these folks are great.

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  Boyle Marine does accept transients. They have 10 slips assigned and ask that you call for reservations.

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Marina Review for Port of Little Current Downtown Docks

Reviewed by: First Mate on Sep 10, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Stayed on the wall here over night. The dock hand was really nice and informative and the wi-fi was great. The bathrooms were shockingly clean considering the docks are run by the town. Close walk to EVERYTHING - and the coffee shop and the health food cafe across the street were both great!

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Marina Review for The Sportsman's Inn

Reviewed by: First Mate on Sep 10, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Beautiful marina. We didn't stay here but I walked over to check out the facilities. The bathrooms and laundry rooms were clean and the facility was so pretty....we ended up getting a couples massage at the spa. If we hadn't stayed at the Killarney Mountain Lodge - this would've been the next best thing!

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Marina Review for Killarney Mountain Lodge

Reviewed by: First Mate on Sep 10, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

We LOVED the Killarney Mountain Lodge! Its been completely renovated and its BEAUTIFUL. The docks are new and the dock hands are great! 3 were waiting for us when we arrived to the docks. The on site food was delicious; wi-fi worked; there's a coffee shop right at the docks and even a really great hiking trail to the lighthouse that starts right on the property. The one down fall for our stay was that the bathrooms hadn't been renovated yet - but i'm sure by next season they too will be great!

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Marina Review for South Bay Cove Yacht Haven

Reviewed by: First Mate on Sep 10, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

This was one of my FAVORITE stops in the Georgian Bay! Its a little off the beaten path but so(!) worth it! The dock hands are not only plentiful but knowledgeable and eager to help. The marina is beautiful with a fantastic restaurant on site - the best in Honey Harbor. Bathrooms are clean and individual. Great laundry facilities and FREE ice! Must stop if you're in the area!

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Marina Review for Rawley Resort, Spa and Marina

Reviewed by: First Mate on Sep 10, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

We stopped here after another exhausting day at the locks. The facility grounds are beautiful. That being said, that's about all that this place offers. We couldn't hail anyone on the VHF when we arrived so we had to pick a spot, walk up to the front desk, and then move to our assigned spot...with zero dock hands. They do have ONE bathroom for boaters, which you religiously have to wait for and there are no other extras on site. No ice, no laundry, etc. In hindsight, i wish we had stayed at the marina next door.
--Restaurant food was ok, but the staff was very overwhelmed and understaffed.

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Marina Review for Bridge Port Marina

Reviewed by: First Mate on Sep 10, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

I can't say enough positive things about this marina. The staff is beyond friendly, the restrooms are impeccable and its a convenient stop after Lake Simcoe. We also needed someone to look at our Volvo engines while we were there - and they had someone out to us the next morning at 8am. Great customer service. (and their sister facilities in the area are also great!)

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Marina Review for Hastings Village Marina

Reviewed by: First Mate on Sep 10, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Small marina, very easy approach. Nice stop between locks. Individual bathrooms that were clean - and good wi-fi!

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Marina Review for Sag Harbor Launch & Mooring Rentals

Reviewed by: First Mate on Aug 27, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

We stayed on a mooring ball overnight - approach is easy and the dock master is friendly. Nothing in the area is cheap, but this is a great option if you have a dinghy. FREE pumpout that comes directly out to your boat...no complaints about that!

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Marina Review for Cobourg Marina

Reviewed by: First Mate on Aug 21, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Great stop on our way to Toronto. Marina is nice, docks are great, staff friendly, and GOOD wi-fi. Diesel was also the cheapest we could find in the area. Several good dining options within walking distance - the Mediterranean place was delicious!

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Marina Review for Lakefield Marina

Reviewed by: First Mate on Aug 21, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Nice small marina - friendly and helpful staff. Walking distance to fantastic market - literally just one block up the street and to the right. Also has wifi and pumpout. Nice stop in between the locks.

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Marina Review for Marina 200

Reviewed by: First Mate on Aug 21, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

One night stop over here - easy approach - nice docks. Didn't check out the bathrooms. No grocery store to be found...but no complaints about the actual marina.

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Marina Review for Trent Port Marina

Reviewed by: First Mate on Aug 21, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

This place KNOWS WHATS UP! Let me start by telling you that this facility is BEAUTIFUL. The town has clearly pumped a lot of money and effort into the area and it is not to be missed. They have wi-fi that ACTUALLY works, FREE laundry (including Tide Pods) and even coffee/muffins in the AM. Even after mentioning all of this...the bathrooms are seriously the highlight. They are individual rooms (as a live aboard boater, this is sooo luxurious) and they are not only posh but kept incredibly clean.
There is also a Metro (literally) across the street and plenty of dining options within walking distance. PERFECT spot to provision before heading up the Trent Severn Waterway.

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Marina Review for Marina Quay West

Reviewed by: First Mate on Aug 21, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

This place is 'ok'. We wanted to stay in downtown Toronto with walking access...this provided that, but not much else. The bathrooms/laundry are clean but it was unbelievably HOT and HUMID during our stay and there was no AC, so it was like a sauna. There's no pump out or fuel. Probably better places to stay in the area.

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Marina Review for Yacht Club Montreal

Reviewed by: First Mate on Aug 21, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

WHAT A GEM! This marina is beautiful - along with great accommodations and the PERFECT downtown location. Debbie (manager) runs a tight ship. Docks are beautiful, deck hands are helpful and courteous, bathrooms are CLEAN and there are even fresh towels! Marina is located in old town Montreal - which is THE BEST spot to be in.

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Marina Review for Utsch's Marina

Reviewed by: First Mate on Aug 21, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

This review is somewhat delayed - but now having made it all the way to Canada, this is one of the marinas we still look back fondly upon. The NEW bathrooms are GREAT! A real game changer in the marina world. The location is ideal, staff are friendly and docks adequate. Approach can be a bit tricky, but staff is great over VHF with instruction.

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Marina Review for Farley State Marina at Golden Nugget Casino & Hotel

Reviewed by: First Mate on Aug 21, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

This is a great stop! Wish we could've stayed longer. Dock hands are very helpful, docks are nice, (bathrooms could use some cleaning and updating), but the location is great and you do get access to the hotel, Starbucks, casino, etc.

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Marina Review for Seaborn Marina

Reviewed by: First Mate on Aug 21, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Quaint marina with friendly and knowledgable staff/mechanics. We grounded our boat on the 4th of July weekend and Lou went out of his way to get us back in the water the very next day. Marina is also walking distance from several greats restaurants....AND has clean bathrooms. Also nice pool on site.
**Cheapest diesel in the area.

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Marina Review for Safe Harbor Montauk Yacht Club

Reviewed by: First Mate on Aug 21, 2016
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 49'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

As you probably have realized, nowhere in the Hamptons is cheap! But this place lets you get the most bang for your buck. We stayed on a mooring ball, used our dinghy to get to and from the marina, and soaked in all of the amenities that come with the yacht club for a fraction of the price of a transient slip. Showers are clean, laundry takes credit cards, both pools are well kept and there is FREE ice! Not to mention, the area is fantastic. Several great dining options within walking distance....Swallow East was hands down the best meal we've had in a while. Small plates to share and great cocktails. "The Dock" was also a fun experience and is also within walking distance

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