Reviews from Michael Doherty (8)

Marina Review for The Docks at Downtown Hampton

Reviewed by: Michael Doherty on Dec 9, 2024
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 40'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

We stayed here for 10 days waiting for a weather window. Dan and Alley were great to work with and extremely accommodating and helpful. The floating docks and restrooms are in great shape. Hampton is fixing up their downtown area a few blocks away with some great restaurants. Highly recommended!

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Marina Review for Conch Inn Yacht Club & Marina

Reviewed by: Michael Doherty on Apr 25, 2022
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 40'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

We extended our stay at the Conch Inn to take care of some maintenance issues. Brian and team were fantastic. All of the dock hands were very friendly and went out of their way to help with everything, including helping to re-tie the boat at night when a storm came through. The docks are all new and in great shape. Unfortunately, we left before the new restaurant and hotel were complete. We will definitely be back!

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Marina Review for Town Creek Marina

Reviewed by: Michael Doherty on Jul 16, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 40'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

Wonderful stop going north. The staff and facilities are great. Having a loaner car for provisioning is a real plus. Downtown is easy walking distance. Showers are a bit tight but kept very clean. City Kitchen is a must but you WILL need reservations.

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Marina Review for PORT 32 Jacksonville

Reviewed by: Michael Doherty on Jun 21, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 40'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

This is probably the nicest marina I've ever stayed at. The facilities are fantastic including a comfortable Captain's Lounge, clean gas grills throughout the marina, and clean shower facilities. Groceries are easy walking distance and the staff is extremely helpful.

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Marina Review for Isle of Hope Marina

Reviewed by: Michael Doherty on Jan 7, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 40'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

We planned a short stopover during the New Year's Holiday but extended because of engine problems. The staff was extremely helpful with docking and other boat tasks. The facilities are limited but kept very clean. Having a loaner car for us was a real plus as we had multiple errands we needed to run for parts, food, etc. We will definitely stay here again!

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Marina Review for Windmill Harbour Marina

Reviewed by: Michael Doherty on Jan 7, 2021
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 40'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 5

We planned on stopping here for one night and ended up staying 4. This was hands down the nicest marina we've stayed in on our trip south. The staff is great, very helpful. The grounds and the people in the neighborhood were very friendly as well. Beautiful grounds and shopping close by. And the WiFi worked well!! We will definitely stay here again.

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Marina Review for Alligator River Marina

Reviewed by: Michael Doherty on Dec 8, 2020
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 40'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 2

We were told that we should have no problems with a 5'1" keel getting in and out. We 'bumped in' and could not get out - had to be towed. If you draw more than 4' keep going. Very nice people who keep everything clean and in good working order. Once they get the channel dredged I'll be back.

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Anchorage Review for Wharf Bay - Pasquotank River

Reviewed by: Michael Doherty on Dec 7, 2020
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 40'
Draft: 5.0'

We attempted to anchor here but became fouled on what we believe was a cedar tree. We were unable to break free and lost the anchor and rode. It looked like a good spot with the wind from the NE. We limped back to Eliz City.

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