Reviews from John Benson (3)

Marina Review for Donovan's Shady Harbor Marina

Reviewed by: John Benson on Jul 5, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

The reviews are right on the money. Very Very nice marina. The laundry was a huge bonus. The hospitality was exceptional and would definitely return. Don't miss this marina.

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Marina Review for Cortlandt Yacht Club

Reviewed by: John Benson on Jul 4, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

I called the Fleet Captain and asked if he could accommodate my 42' Trawler with 4' draft because I was concerned with the statement made by the Management at another marina we stayed at the day before. I was advised that marina has more water than what is listed. I gave it a shot. We arrived at mid tide and there was plenty of water, even if it was at low tide. The listing shows 3 and that's wrong. When we arrived I asked if we could have the boat hauled first and they accommodated us. I was able to make the repair myself but was asked if we needed a mechanic and one of them came over and gave me a tip which made the repair easy. Once we arrived at our slip and settled in, we went to the snack bar, great food and beverage selection, and took a swim in the pool. We received 2 passes upon arrival, which made us so happy. The tents and BBQ's at each dock were great and the bathrooms with showers were awesome. We met some really nice people and would come back in a heart beat. Wish we stopped here instead of the other marina the day before.

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Marina Review for Half Moon Bay Marina

Reviewed by: John Benson on Jul 4, 2022
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 42'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 1

I don't like giving bad reviews but I have to write this. My wife and I stayed 1 night and the bulk of the reviews could not be more inaccurate. The water is not what they advertise. I arrived at low tide and my readings were scary. The guy in charge, Steve, is very talkative but what he says is hollow. He hypes up a place that on a good day is mediocre at best. There are no mechanics or repair facilities on site. I needed my boat hauled and they have no lift. The pool is off limits unless you pay and the condo residents are appalling. They don't want you around if you're a boater and make you feel like you're beneath them. Horrible place and there are many other marinas in the area that would better suit your needs.

• WG Editor Comment:
  

  Marina Response:
  Truly sorry you felt this way. We do have great independent mechanics here on site daily. True we do not have a haul out right here- the haulout marinas are hard to come by.
  Low tide shouldn't get under 7 ft at lowest, and the pool is available for seasonal tenants, for a fee. Again, sorry you had a bad experience.
  
  Steve Plotkin

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