Reviews from Larry LaBrier (10)

Marina Review for Pebble Isle Marina

Reviewed by: Larry LaBrier , Living The Dream, on Oct 21, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

If you want old fashioned excellent service, this is the place. I nice family owned marina with everything you need. Off season the restaurant is closed, but they make up for it, with a courtesy car and hot cinnamon buns delivered to your boat every morning.
We had a fresh water leak we had to repair on Sunday. They even had all the parts we needed to complete the repair……great people!

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Anchorage Review for Angelo Towhead

Reviewed by: Larry LaBrier, Living The Dream, on Oct 18, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 5.0'

Beautiful spot off the channel. Be sure to come in from downstream. We bumped turning the corner. With the lower water level on the Miss, there are many downed trees visible. We found 9' and the anchor held well. No current. I would not use this spot with any wind over 10 knots no matter the direction.

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Marina Review for Sunset Cove Marina

Reviewed by: Larry LaBrier , Living The Dream, on Aug 10, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

We stopped at 6pm after almost 4 hours getting the the lift lock. The new owner met us on the dock to tie up. Alan Lin and his wife got out of the restaurant business and bought a marina. They are trying very hard and worth a stop. They even brought homemade spring rolls over for our docktail party !

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Marina Review for Navy Point Marine

Reviewed by: Larry LaBrier , Living The Dream, on Jul 25, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Came here for a 2 day stay. Craig and his staff were very helpful diagnosing a complicated bilge pump/high water alarm system problem. They found the parts and worked many more hours than they billed for! (Thank you)
Sackets Harbor is a historic port where the US Navy built wooden ships and a critical battle site of the War of 1812z. They also have several great restaurants……great stop on the loop!

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Marina Review for St. Johnsville Municipal Marina

Reviewed by: Larry LaBrier , Living The Dream, on Jul 19, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Easy stop after a long day of locks. The Harbor Queen Tina is amazing. She is there to assist with tie up, fuel, etc,etc. We had a hose burst from the water pressure. She found the hose in town went and picked it up , all before we could get the boat washed down. Then she came back after dinner with her kids, and drove us to the local ice cream store……what great service!

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Marina Review for Kingston City Marina

Reviewed by: Larry LaBrier , Living The Dream, on Jul 6, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 2

I was hoping the reviews were overstated….they aren't.
We never connected with anyone by radio, after passing the dock and running down a very narrow channel, we got a phone call.
No one to meet us , we were totally on our own to dock. The location is great, but the noise from the bridge work is almost unbearable. Hopefully it ends at 5pm.
Try a different marina!

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Marina Review for Canyon Club Resort Marina

Reviewed by: Larry LaBrier , Living The Dream, on Jun 29, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

First class marina that caters to the offshore fishing fleet. Amazing amount of 'big boy toy' fishing boats. The staff was extremely helpful. The amenities make you feel like you are staying at a private club! We would stay again……(Paul Hoffman, I'm sorry you were my 3rd choice….should have been my first choice)

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Marina Review for Delaware City Marina

Reviewed by: Larry LaBrier , Living The Dream, on Jun 29, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Well trained crew! They talk you all the way into a very narrow channel and the assistance with docking is amazing to watch. The 4pm briefing on weather and the Delaware Bay is not to be missed. Small town with restaurant choice within an easy walk.

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Marina Review for Regatta Point Yachting Center (formerly Dozier's)

Reviewed by: Larry LaBrier , Living The Dream, on May 16, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Very nice facilities with everything your need. Courtesy car is nice because the grocery store is about 3 mi away. Need to arrive by 3, since the car must be back by 4.
BBQ area, bikes, clean bath house. We would definitely stay again .

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Marina Review for Homer Smith Docks and Marina

Reviewed by: Larry LaBrier , Living The Dream, on May 9, 2023
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

All of the comments are spot on. We've been in Beaufort 4 times in the last 10 years and this is by far the best marina. Protected from all winds from most directions.
They recommended a mechanic who showed up within 2 hours diagnosed the problem and returned the next day with parts. Great service at all levels.
So far our best stop in our first 1000 miles of the loop!

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