Reviews from Robert Hedrick (36)

Marina Review for Jekyll Harbor Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Jun 23, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

We love Jekyll Island. Great marina with experienced staff. The island is fun to explore. Rent a golf cart from "Red Bug Motors" for a few days so you can get around to see things. Great shopping and wonderful restaurants. Wee Pub Beach is a really fun place to eat and drink. Best fish an chips ever and the black and tan is mighty tasty.

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Marina Review for Isle of Hope Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Jun 23, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Great stop! Stayed on 5-31-24. Great staff and wonderful marina. Two loaner cars. Friendly and helpful.

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Marina Review for Thunderbolt Marine

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Jun 23, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Stayed here years ago and had a very bad experience but thought we would try it again. Stayed 5-25-24. Could not have been more pleased!! Jeremy, dock hand, was great. Helped us get tied up and out the next morning. He certainly changed our minds about Thunderbolt! Great stop!

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Marina Review for Harbour Town Yacht Basin

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Jun 23, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

What a great marina. Arrived 6-1-24, departed 6-8-24. This is an outstanding marina! Easy in and out, experienced dockhands, wonderful shopping, free trolley service (summertime), great restaurants, free laundry, nice showers. If you have never stayed there, you should!

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Marina Review for Lady's Island Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Jun 23, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

We love Lady's Island marina! Stayed there on 5-24-24 and again on 6-8-24. Easy in and out with experienced dockhands. One of the things we really like is the fact they send you a text the morning of your arrival to let you know the tides, slip, weather, and other items about you visit. They can also make you reservations at the restaurant that doesn't take reservations! GREAT MARINA!

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Marina Review for Isle of Palms Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Jun 18, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 3

Although we really like this marina it never fails to disappoint us. Staff is helpful, friendly and tries, but they are not very well trained. We stayed on May 22, 2024 and again on June 10, 2024. On May visit there was no working power on six of the facedock pedestals. Had to move boat back to find working electric. Then had to walk to the marina office to get the codes for everything. When I went to take a shower the was a big sign on the door that they were under construction. Went back to the office and they checked and told me I could use the shower. SHOWER WAS FILLED WITH DIRT FROM THE CONSTRUCTION!! For the price there should have been some type of arrangement for showers!! The restaurant however is wonderful!!

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Marina Review for Harborwalk Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Jun 18, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

This marina is located right downtown in Georgetown. Easy walking to shopping and restaurants. Harborwalk is a well kept marina with wonderful docks and an experienced staff.

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Marina Review for Osprey Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Jun 18, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Osprey is one of our very favorite marinas. We stayed here June 14, 2024 and were very pleased. Not only does it have a wonderful staff it has the CLEANEST RESTROOMS AND SHOWERS on the ICW. Easy in and out with little or no current.

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Marina Review for Carolina Beach Marina and Mooring Field

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

Rating: 5

Stayed September 27, 2021. A very nice and well kept mooring field. Easy to snag the line and they are well maintained. We stop here often.

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Marina Review for Morehead City Yacht Basin

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

Rating: 5

Stayed September 26, 2021. Excellent marina! Have stay here a number of times over the past 8 years. It is one of our favorite marinas. Very clean showers and laundry. Great staff that know what they are doing. Easy walk to restaurants and Morehead City waterfront. Floyd's 1922 restaurant is excellent.

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Marina Review for River Dunes Marina at Grace Harbor

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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Marina Review for Dowry Creek Marina

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

Rating: 5

Stayed September 21, 22, 23, 2021. Was only going to stay one night but weather kicked up and we were there for three. Excellent dock hands. We came in in high winds and they were first rate at getting us tied in the slip and secure for the wind. They checked every boat in the marina numerous times because of winds and kept a lookout for any problems. Nice ships store, free laundry, towels in the clean and nice shower and a nice boaters lounge. Nice loner car too. Excellent all around.

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Marina Review for Coinjock Marina & Restaurant

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

Rating: 5

Stayed September 19, 2021. Great marina. Dock hands are excellent, secured the lines and even set out fenders. Had some engine issues and they gave me the name of a mechanic. Call him Sunday afternoon and he even answered the phone. Was at out boat Monday morning at 9:30 and had us on our way by 11:30. Had seafood risotto (not prime rib) and it was excellent. Great little ships store with a nice selection on items. Is a must stop going north or south.

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Anchorage Review for Portsmouth - Hospital Point

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

Stayed September 18, 2021. Easy access right off the river with good holding. Would anchor here again.

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Marina Review for Fishing Bay Marina

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

Rating: 4

Stayed here September 17, 2021. Nice stop on our way back to Norfolk. We had a very nice slip on a floating dock. Showers were a longer walk from slip than some marinas but were clean and nice. Pool looked nice but was not open when we were there.

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Marina Review for Maryland Yacht Club

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Oct 1, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Stayed September 9 thru 14, 2021. We were there for the MTOA National Rendezvous. Very nice marina with outstanding views from the club house. Would stay again if in the area.

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Marina Review for Herrington Harbour South Marina Resort

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Oct 1, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

Stayed here September 8, 2021 and again on September 14, 2021. Very nice marina with first rate facilities. Clean and comfortable. Really like the self service ice with honor system. Would be five stars with better docking help. First time dock hand seemed really put out that we were there and second time requested assistance at the fuel dock and no one showed up until after we had docked and tied up ourselves. Still will come back if in the area.

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Marina Review for Spring Cove Marina - Solomons

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Oct 1, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Stayed here September 6 & 7 2021. This is a great marina. Docking help was very good and really set the tone for our visit. First rate facilities. Clean and friendly. Nice pool and pool side bar....GREAT hamburger!! Self service pump out was easy and convenient. We really enjoyed our two nights here and wish we could have stayed longer. Would love to spend a week here sometime.

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Marina Review for Olverson's Lodge Creek Marina Inc.

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Oct 1, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Stayed September 5, 2021. A bit far up the river but a real winner. Older docks but well kept with a nice pool.

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Marina Review for Jackson Creek Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Oct 1, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Stayed September 3 and 4, 2021. Had reservations for one night but changed plans and wanted to stay two. Called Dennis and he worked us in even though it was a holiday weekend. Overall nice facilities. Clean well kept. Nice courtesy car to run to town.

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Marina Review for Tidewater Yacht Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Oct 1, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 3

Stayed September 1 and 2, 2021. Dock hand was excellent in helping us dock in high winds. Had planned to stay three nights but the showers were dirty and unkept. We did have a nice trip across the river to Norfolk.

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Marina Review for Lamb's Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Oct 1, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

Stayed August 31, 2021. Mr. Lamb met us at the dock, got us tied up and fueled, said if we needed anything he just lives up the road and to call him. $35 flat rate. Not fancy but nice. Was told it is in the process on being sold. Good stop for the Dismal Swamp, about 15 miles to South Mill Lock.

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Marina Review for Alligator River Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Sep 30, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

Stayed here on August 30, 2021 and again on September 20, 2021. It's just a roadside gas station with a dock but we like it! Friendly staff, dock hands know what they are doing. The fried chicken is very good. They close the station at 6pm but open early for the local crabbers that use the marina as a base. Breakfast sandwiches are wonderful.

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Marina Review for Belhaven Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick , Morning Starr, on Sep 30, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

We loved this marina. Was not at all what I was expecting. Staff is great. Dock hand made us dinner reservations before we even got off the boat. Don't miss eating at River Spoon. Asked dock hand what time they opened and his response was: "What time do you need me here." Doesn't get anymore customer service than that! Got us out and walked over to the pump out station the next morning to help us get going. Will stay here again for sure.

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Anchorage Review for Adams Creek - Cedar Creek (MM 187)

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick, Morning Starr, on Sep 30, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Anchored here August 27, 2021. Approach seems shallow but stayed around 6 to 7 feet. Good holding and nice views. Were met while having morning coffee by two incoming shrimp boats. Friendly crews on both. Will anchor here again.

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Anchorage Review for Mile Hammock Bay

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick on Sep 30, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Have stayed here a number of times. Last was September 26, 2021. Mud bottom so have to bring up anchor slow and wash off but good holding and nice anchoring. Lots of time you also get a free military air show.

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Marina Review for Seapath Yacht Club & Transient Dock

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick on Sep 30, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Stayed August 25, 2021. Called late in the day for a slip for the night. No problem. Easy docking on long face dock with good dock hands to help. Clean facility with friendly people. Will stay again.

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Marina Review for Dowry Creek Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick on Sep 22, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Docked in high winds. Excellent dock hands were standing by at slip and did an outstanding job of getting us tied up safe and secure. Clean facilities and a well stocked store. Winds will keep us here a few nights and we're fine with that. Will relax by the nice pool and enjoy this marina.

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Marina Review for Isle of Hope Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick on Jun 7, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Love this marina. Have stayed here a number of times. Last was 5-24-21. Current runs pretty strong but dock hands know how to get you in and out with no problems. Two hour loaner car so you and re-provision or go out to eat. Driftaway Cafe up the road is very good. We will be back.

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Marina Review for Morningstar Marinas Golden Isles

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick on Jun 7, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Stayed here 5-21-21 and 5-22-21. First rate marina. Great restaurant on site. Not very covenant to St. Simons island but can Urber to restaurants if you like. Current runs strong but fairways are wide so no problem if you time the tides. Will stay here again.

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Marina Review for Jekyll Harbor Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick on Jun 7, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Really enjoyed our three nights here, 5-15-21, 5-19-21 and 5-20-21. Dock hands are wonderful and very good and getting you in and out. Rented a golf cart for two days and highly recommend renting one if you really want to explore Jekyll. Great Irish Pub (Wee Pub) on main st. Restaurant at the marina is very good. Lots of history and things to see and do. Will return again.

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Marina Review for Thunderbolt Marine

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick on Jun 7, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 1

Not a good experience for us. Stayed here one night 5-16-21. Called on the radio three or four times and got no response. Called on cell phone and got voicemail. Called again on 16 and got a person to answer. Was told to just turn into current and dock at end of face-dock. Asked if a dock hand would meet us and was told I was going into the current and shouldn't need any help. Other boaters helped us tie up. Were told men's showers were tore-up, just use the lady's showers. Only one working toilet while we were there. Never saw any Krispy Kreme donuts!

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Marina Review for Lady's Island Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick on Jun 7, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

We really like this marina. Stayed here 5-15-21 and again on 5-28-21 and 5-29-21. Easy in and out but current can be strong. Loaner truck is good and the marina is close to restaurants and Publix store. Will stay here again and again.

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Anchorage Review for Church Creek - New Cut Landing

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick on Jun 7, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Anchored here on 5-14-21 and again on 5-30-21. Great anchorage. We have stayed here a number of other times too. Took two tries to set on the 14th but held well after that. We always seem to get a wonderful dolphin show when we stop here.

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Anchorage Review for South Santee River–West

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick on Jun 7, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Stayed here on 5-13-21 and again on 5-24-21. Good anchorage. Anchor set first time both days and came up clean. Current is strong but holding is very good. Some wakes from ICW. Not much wind protections. Will anchor here again.

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Marina Review for Osprey Marina

Reviewed by: Robert Hedrick on May 13, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 34'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Love to stop here! Had reservation for one night but weather looked snotty so called and June added a night, no problem. Wife says ladies facilities were extremely clean. Needed a hand getting out of slip, deckhand was first rate. We stop here every time we pass!

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