Reviews from Debra Manea (1)

Marina Review for Nettles Island Marina

Reviewed by: Debra Manea on Jan 28, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 46'
Draft: 5.0'

Rating: 1

This marina is in very poor condition. It appears that work was started a long while back on the rebuilding of docks; however that work is 100% stand still. We arrived late December 2024. Upon arrival there was no one at the marina to meet us, fortunately there was only one empty slip, so we knew that was ours. We had reserved a slip 50amp power and sadly our slip was 30amp. We had to run an extension cord down the dock two power towers down. One of the power towers lost power and has not been repaired. So, all the other boats moved their cords and worked themselves into power towers that were easily accessible to their vessels.
We were told on multiple occasions that the pump out was fixed. We were there 30 days and no it was not fixed.
The amenities..the ladies room was clean, but there is mold on the ceiling, never used the shower so I can't say. The men's room had a horrible smell, the urinal was out of order but still being used. (yuck).
There are some nice things to say...
The marina has a small grocery store that has a little bit of everything and a decent selection of affordable wine. The grocery store staff are friendly and they make awesome sandwiches.
Sanders Landing is the restaurant on site, it stays busy and food preparation smells great. (Did not eat there)
Lastly, our slip was next to WET FEET Adventures, we thought being next to a boat rental spot was going to loud and turbulent with boats and jet ski in and out all day. I am happy to say that I think we had the best spot in the marina. The staff were helpful and friendly especially Evan. Since the "Gilberts" were never on site, the staff at Wet Feet were a valuable resource.
Nettles Island Marina is located inside the ICW and if you stay there you will need ground transportation. It's about 5 miles to the closest Publix. There are no short Uber rides...everything is 15 to 20 minutes in either direction. The only nice thing is the marina is less an .25 walk to the beach.

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