Reviews from Eddie Deveau (8)

Marina Review for Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina

Reviewed by: Eddie Deveau , Winsor Rose, on Apr 1, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 41'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

Shelter Cove is one of the prettiest marinas we have stayed at thus far. We were there two nights. Great communication upon arrival and had two dockhands to help. Docking went smooth on Dock i. Had great weather during our stay and enjoyed walking through all the shops right at the marina and all the way to TJ Maxx area. We ate at Dawg Tavern twice because they were dog friendly. Our slip came with courtesy bikes and we rode to the beach along tree lined bike paths. Simply beautiful. I wish we had stayed longer. Did not need fuel or pump out so no review on that. Only reason for four stars is that the showers, bathrooms, and laundry were too far to use from our dock. Otherwise, a great stay and would stay here again.

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Marina Review for Thunderbolt Marine

Reviewed by: Eddie Deveau , Winsor Rose, on Apr 1, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 41'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Very happy we chose to stay here four nights instead of Savannah docks downtown. Dockhand Frank met us upon arrival so docking went well. He is experienced, nice and checked us in. Showers were clean and close by. Laundry was good too. The marina is far from downtown but we had friends with a car so that was a bonus. Thunderbolt does have a courtesy car with a two hour limit that we used a few times during our stay. LOVE the option of courtesy car!! Walmart & Publix are in the same plaza and short car drive away. Tubby's Tank House restaurant is a short walk from marina and we ate there a few times. It's dog friendly too. Thunderbolt has two areas (one is screened in) for socializing and we had docktails with fellow Loopers. It was a fun stay but buggy with the no-see-ums this time of year.

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Marina Review for Palm Coast Marina

Reviewed by: Eddie Deveau , Winsor Rose, on Mar 24, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 41'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

This is our second time staying at this marina. Small marina and very peaceful. Had slip on outside dock so very easy in and out. Bathroom/showers are small but clean. Dog friendly and nice walkable areas for exercise. We walked to the European Village which has several restaurants and small stores – very quaint. Ate pizza at La Piazza Cafe – nice seating outside with the dog. Would stay here again.

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Marina Review for Titusville Marina

Reviewed by: Eddie Deveau , Winsor Rose, on Mar 24, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 41'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

Great Marina Stay! Had help at the docks and timed it around current so docking was good. Friendly atmosphere, clean bathrooms and showers, and nice marina store. Each dock has secure gate access. Manatees greeted us upon arrival. Dog friendly marina and having the dog park next door was a bonus! We walked to grocery store – Sav A Lot and ate at Hardware Store Brewing Company and Downtown Diner (both dog friendly). Would stay here again!

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Marina Review for Brunswick Landing Marina, Inc.

Reviewed by: Eddie Deveau , Winsor Rose, on Mar 24, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 41'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

We thoroughly enjoyed our four night stay here. Our slip was on the south dock and was near showers and free laundry. Showers were clean and we saw the cleaners there each night we stayed. This is a very well managed marina and shows pride in ownership. We were told the owner comes by daily and we even met him briefly while walking the dog. The social hour 3x a week helps to get to know your neighbors. We were there on St. Patrick's Day and had fun chatting with other Loopers and boaters in the Yacht Club Community Room with free wine and beer. There is a small exercise room but did not take advantage of it. Large library area for book exchange. We arrived at slack tide so no docking issue fortunately. Dock hand Randy was there to safely bring us in. Very pet friendly for our 20 lb dog who enjoyed the designated dog park on site. Courtesy bikes were available, and we had a nice ride to Yellow Deli (great food). We also ate at Reid's Apothecary – duck nachos were awesome and the best shrimp and grits so far`. Had lunch at Indigo Shanty – also very good and was quite busy for a weekday lunch. No big grocery stores within walking distance but we did walk to Adams Meat Market and found enough groceries to hold us over, but it is a small market and not in the best area. We would definitely stay here again.

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Free Dock Review for Jim King Park at Sisters Creek Marina

Reviewed by: Eddie Deveau, Winsor Rose, on Mar 19, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 41'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 5

We thought this was a great free dock. Would definitely return. We arrived mid afternoon with minimal wind. However the current was strong coming in, but we managed to dock pretty good. Even received help from two other boaters. It's listed as 100 foot dock and there were already four other boats there when we arrived. There is a small gray brick building with bathrooms. The men's was too dirty, but the woman's side was doable, but keep walking to the blue building-(marina?) that has cleaner bathrooms. This free dock is linked to a wooden boardwalk and several locals were there fishing but kept to themselves while we were there. We would definitely go back for one or two nights stay. Great for dogs, but nothing is walkable to go to. The dock did have one water Spicket, which we were parked next to and were able to wash our boat. Floating dock is a bonus!

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Marina Review for Melbourne Harbor Marina

Reviewed by: Eddie Deveau , Winsor Rose, on Mar 6, 2025
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 41'
Draft: 3.5'

Rating: 4

We stayed here only one night and it was awesome. Giving it four stars only because there is not much around if you need to provision. There is a restaurant right there at the marina - Ichabods and it was great!! Wonderful vibe and delicious food.
Ryan helped us dock- it was pretty windy but all went well. Showers were clean as was the marina too. Would definitely stay again. We did not do pump out or refuel as it wasn't needed. Dog friendly -with a little park across the street.

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Anchorage Review for Marine Stadium

Reviewed by: Eddie Deveau, Winsor Rose, on Aug 28, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 41'
Draft: 3.5'

We anchored here on the way down to the Keys and then on the way back. First time was a Sunday night. Lots of boats anchored but still plenty of room. Once anchored we took our dog to shore on dinghy and tied off at dinghy dock. The view of Miami is outstanding, especially at night. Only negative first night was a party boat with extremely loud music until 5:30 am. However, on the way back, we stopped on a Tuesday night and evening was very quiet all night. Was Awesome! Our anchor was set okay with one anchor adjustment. We also set the anchor alarm but was secure all night. Will definitely use this anchorage again.

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