Reviews from Martin Blanchard (7)

Marina Review for Edgartown Harbor

Reviewed by: Martin Blanchard , S/V No Brainer, on Jul 13, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

It was fully booked on Dockwa. Called in when we arrived and they found us a spot right away…?
This is honestly the best moorings in all of the region. And at 45$, it is also the cheapest I found in New England. Edgartown is just a fantastic little community. Take the time to stroll the streets and look at all these beautiful meticulously maintained mansions. It is simply spectacular. And a dinner at the Atlantic is just so nice. The food is very good!
We loved this place. Will be back for sure for a much longer time!

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Anchorage Review for Cuttyhunk Pond

Reviewed by: Martin Blanchard, S/V No Brainer, on Jul 8, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.0'

This is a lovely small island! We got in with heavy fog so that was stressful but once inside the pond, it's super sheltered and calm. We used our electric scooters to go through all the roads on the island. Lots of fun. The views on top of the hill, where the WWII bunker is, are spectacular.
The raw bar crew comes to your boat every night and offers clam chowder , fresh Cuttyhunk oysters, clams and shrimps. It's a bit pricey but it is definitely worth it. These kids are awesome! Great summer job.
Will definitely come back . This will have to be a yearly thing now ;)

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Anchorage Review for Elliott Key

Reviewed by: Martin Blanchard, S/V No Brainer, on Dec 28, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.0'

This is a great spot if you are coming in from FLL or Miami and want to swim in clear shallow waters. It was our first time here and I was a little nervous because the charts shows 1.5 meters and some spots has no depth info. We draw 1.2 and had no issues.
Yesterday was a beautiful and warm day. This morning we had 30kts winds with gusts of 35 kts. It was coming in from the NW and we were unprotected. We dragged a little but the anchor set again by itself. There is sand everywhere so great holding !
Will come back for sure!

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Marina Review for Hoffman's Marina

Reviewed by: Martin Blanchard , S/V No Brainer, on Nov 3, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

Super expensive for what it is. It's a great spot to stop and rest when you leave NYC. But the Marina itself has not much specially in the fall when all is closed. Jeff the Dockmaster was the best! Helped us attach to a non floating dock. Unfortunately there is a railroad and trains (dozens) were passing by at not even 100' of my bow…?
To be considered for a well deserved rest and that's it…

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Anchorage Review for Cape May Harbor East

Reviewed by: Martin Blanchard, S/V No Brainer, on Nov 3, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.0'

Great little place to drop the hook for the night! Calm and protected. This is a great stop before heading into the Delaware Bay or crossing over to the Delmarva coast.

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Anchorage Review for Great Salt Pond South - Block Island

Reviewed by: Martin Blanchard, S/V No Brainer, on Oct 26, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.0'

Spent the night in late October. It's ghost town… there were only 3 boats moored for the night apart from the ones that are there long term. We used a mooring ball and left at noon the next day. Did not bother to go ashore as everything seemed closed.

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Anchorage Review for North Cove Mooring Field (FREE)

Reviewed by: Martin Blanchard, S/V No Brainer, on Oct 26, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.0'

Arrived late and left early but it was great protection. It's late October and there were many unused mooring balls and we just grabbed one for the night. Great spot for an overnight. Did not go ashore.

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