Marina Review for Moody Gardens Marina

Reviewed by: Bruce Blake , Bright Spot, on Jun 7, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 36'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 4

Easy access to slips. Easy access to hotel lobby and amenities (including ice) via golf cart. Palm Beach access included in slip fee. Great place to take the kids!

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Marina Review for Freeport Marina

Reviewed by: Bruce Blake , Bright Spot, on Jun 25, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 36'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 3

Nice docks with friendly staff. Restrooms are a toilet/shower combination that seem to be an afterthought. Clean but spartan.

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Marina Review for Serendipity Bay Resort

Reviewed by: Bruce Blake , Bright Spot, on Jun 22, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 36'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 4

Bathrooms were large and clean. Pool and hot tub were refreshing. Lots of poolside seating with shade. No shopping close by. Slips have apparently been improved since 2016 post. Friendly people. Entrance channel is marked by red buoys only. Pay attention to your electronic chart if you need to stay in the channel. Several markers are missing.

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Marina Review for Matagorda Harbor

Reviewed by: Bruce Blake , Bright Spot, on Jun 19, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 36'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 5

Very helpful people that found a mechanic for us. Clean restrooms with two shower stalls and lots of room.

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Marina Review for The Rigolets Marina

Reviewed by: Bruce Blake , Bright Spot, on Jun 20, 2017
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 36'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 4

Although amenities are sparse, the staff are friendly and accommodating.

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Bridge comment on Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridge

Comment by: Bruce Blake, Bright Spot, on Jun 20, 2017
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 36'

As stated, this bridge is operated remotely. The VHF broadcast of pending operations ("bridge will close in 5 minutes," etc.) are automated. No one at the bridge will answer your call on the VHF.

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Marina Review for Pascagoula Inner Harbor Marina

Reviewed by: Bruce Blake , Bright Spot, on Jun 17, 2017
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 36'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 4

Called ahead and found that the harbor has been dredged to 7 feet. Great little stop.

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Marina Review for Moody Gardens Marina

Reviewed by: Bruce Blake , Bright Spot, on Dec 7, 2016
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 36'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 3

Slips are very isolated so expect a long hike if you need staff help. Free ice. Access to wave pool was welcomed by the kids.

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Marina Review for Harbor House Hotel & Marina at Pier 21

Reviewed by: Bruce Blake , Bright Spot, on Dec 6, 2016
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 36'
Draft: 5.5'

Rating: 4

Easy walk to the Strand. Breakfast at Harbor House is included in the slip fee. Very few slips available for transients.

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