Publix Supermarket and West Marine 1 1/4 mile away accessible by taxi or city bus – walk to Travis Hardware (321-636-1441) for a great selection of marine hardware items
LPG (Propane) Availability:
Available. Take taxi to U Haul (321-639-4366) for LPG tank refill less than 1/2 mile away, or take taxi across bridge for LPG tank refill at Ace Hardware (321-784-1520) or tank exchange at Publix supermarket
Waste pump-out:
Available. $5.00 for pumpout
Wi-Fi Internet Access:
Free WiFi Available
Fuel Availability:
No Fuel Available
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Reviews from Cruisers (17)
Rick Cass- May 16, 2016 - 12:39 pm
Great place, friendly, well designed and maintained. Staff are very helpful, and we found electrical repair services right away. Wi-fi is awesome.
The folks at the marina are easy to deal with, BoatUS discount and the best Thai food you will ever eat. Thai Thai Sushi restaurant has the best Pad Thai and Yellow Chicken Shrimp Curry you will ever eat. Fun town to visit. Don Brown
Stayed at Cocoa on our way south in April 2013 and were most impressed, the club house and facilities are great, and the marina is well kept and well run. The staff were kind and considerate. Access to town is easy, and we had a good dinner there.
Entry is a little strange, but they guide you in well, so listen and make sure you understand. We had no issues and loved out time there.
Cocoa Village Marina is centrally located in a quaint area called Cocoa Village, lots to do and everyone is super. The staff will bend over backwards to make sure your stay is nice and the bathrooms are so clean. I give the Marina 5 stars.
Cocoa Village Marina in Cocoa, FL. – the West Basin has a concrete wall protecting it. If you come here, you want the West Basin. There is no tide, and any urge will be wind driven on the Indian River. Yes there is a nice fetch from the North from the Hwy 528 bridge. The Pilings at Cocoa Village Marina are set deep and in great condition. They have cross brace re-inforcing them. I have double springs and bow and stern lines. The slip is wide enough some 21 ft, and I can center the boat in the slip with our 15.5 beam. We are between the Hwy 528 and 520 bridges that go to Merritt Island MM897 Check out Cocoa Village Marina. Safe Cruising Capt Bob Onboard ALLEZ
We love staying at Cocoa Village. Staff is very friendly and you can walk everywhere. There are plenty of smaller boats in the marina. We are 38ft and never have a problem with the dock height. Remember that there’s very little tide in this area. They have a great facility, very nice restrooms and 50 cent washers and dryers–pretty hard to beat! Harriet Hardy
i did not stay here but did get a look at the docking situation: this place is better suited for boats over 40 feet. the wooden piers are almost 8 feet above waterline and climbing off a small boat can be dangerous and difficult. it is also rather industrial in appearance.
We highly recommend Cocoa Village Marina for a night or two. It is within easy walking distance to downtown. The docks are new and there is pump out service at each slip at no extra charge. They offer discounts to MTOA members. The restrooms, laundry and lounge are clean and first rate. Aubrey and Jan Vaughan
This is a great marina with Cocoa Village across the street. There is no problem renting a slip in either the protected west basin, or the more exposed east basin. We found everything top shelf. The facility is under new management but very little has changed, I even heard of more improvements down the road, like slip side pump out. When that happens, this will be a 4 star marina. Don’t miss this one.
On Board Take Five, 11/30/09. Just dropped by to inquire about rates. There are two areas: one is exposed to northerly winds, the other has a concrete bulkhead. The protected slips have recently been sold at auction. The marina staff will not be able to commit to any renting of slips until Dec 7, when the owners will announce their intentions to rent their slips or keep their own boats in them. Costs for rental of protected slips are based on length of slip, not boat, with 50 foot minimum. Costs of rental at exposed slips based on length of vessel. First impression of this marina is that it is excellent. HB Koerner
On Board Take Five, 11/30/09. Just dropped by to inquire about rates. There are two areas: one is exposed to northerly winds, the other has a concrete bulkhead. The protected slips have recently been sold at auction. The marina staff will not be able to commit to any renting of slips until Dec 7, when the owners will announce their intentions to rent their slips or keep their own boats in them. Costs for rental of protected slips are based on length of slip, not boat, with 50 foot minimum. Costs of rental at exposed slips based on length of vessel. First impression of this marina is that it is excellent.
Very nice marina with the swankiest Captain’s Lounge yet. We hit Cafe Margaux for lunch which was outstanding. It’s a pretty fancy spot and not inexpensive, but you get what you pay for. Guys…suggest you send the first mate to the “cutesy shops” while you spend an hour wandering through Travis Hardware. You gotta see this place. s/v MicMac
Cocoa is good place to stop and spend some money having fun. Ryans Pizza really hit the spot after not getting in further north. For decent protection from the north, the west basin is much better than the east. Good showers, unfortunately the sauna is only for property owners!
We have spent many days at this marina on our annual trips to and from the Keys. This is one of those facilities that you have to look very hard to find something wrong with it. To date, we haven’t . The staff is great and the facilities are clean and modern. The marine is well protected from the elements. Security is good. The location is across the street from downtown Cocoa Village which offers great food and entertainment. Travis Hardware store is worth the trip to Cocoa alone. This is a “time warp” experience with an inventory of every known hardware item ever made!! I would (and do) strongly recommend this marina as a great stop for anyone. Marsh and Bob M/V ‘Threadbare”
I just wanted to let everyone know that we had a very pleasant stay at Cocoa Village Marina. We went to Ryans Pizza just a few blocks away. A sweet girl named Mel was the server. We had a wonderful meal and a very enjoyable evening. I recommend every one to go to Ryans. Next day as we cruised South we saw several pods of dolphins and were happy to be back in Florida. Kat Luchene
This is a great spot for cruisers. The basin is nicely protected and the staff is very nice. Cocoa Village is across the street and should not be missed. Great shops and rest. as well as the best hardware store on the east coast of Florida. I’d give the marina 4 stars. Scott W.
Indian Harbor (321-779-9670), Palm Bay (321-409-9670)
Provisioning Possibilities:
Publix Supermarket within walking distance
LPG (Propane) Availability:
Available. Take taxi to Walmart for LPG tank exchange 2 miles away
Waste pump-out:
Available. only for local customers
Wi-Fi Internet Access:
Not Available
Fuel Availability:
Gas Available
Fuel Notes:
90 octane/ethanol free
Fuel Prices (All Taxes Included)
Reporting Date:
April 27, 2024
Fuel Notes:
90 octane/ethanol free
Gasoline Price:
Call marina for fuel prices
ValvTect Dealer:
Yes
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David Power- May 5, 2011 - 9:39 am
Although not a fancy marina, it is the friendliest and most helpful marina we have used when cruising. We first anchored at Dragon Point because of a leaking raw water pump. The marina answered a phone call after closing and offered to help. It did not have a replacement and spent a morning trying to locate one. It allowed us to use it as a shipping point for delivery of a new one I ordered. The marina also has the most complete ship’s store I have seen. It also gave us a discount on dockage for us to bring the boat in to make repairs. The owners are there 7 days a week.
Eau Gallie Yacht Club? We stayed there last Sunday, because of a line of strong t’storms that blew thru. The dockmaster’s name is John Gourmley. He requires 24 hr advance notice for advance reservations, ESPECIALLY for weekends. The reciprocity docks are generally tee heads, so side ties. It’s little exposed to west winds, but generally not too bad. The reciprocity fee is quite high; $2.00/ft of actual LOA (anchor to swim platform or dinghy) and $12 for 50A (or 2 x 30A) electric. The facility is very nice. There’s a nice pool that guests may use. Showers are excellent! There’s a formal dining room which requires jackets and ties, but also a lounge and bar that is completely casual. It’s a two city avenue walk to Publix (abt 3/4 mile, one way). John is a curmudgeon, but you can “yes, sir” him to death successfully. Peg and Jim Healy aboard Sanctuary Currently at St. Augustine, FL
Available. Take taxi to Oceanview Shell gas station (321) 777-9356 for LPG tank refill 1 1/2 miles away or Walmart for LPG tank exchange 1.6 miles away
Waste pump-out:
Available. $25.00 per pump out
Wi-Fi Internet Access:
Free WiFi Available
Fuel Availability:
Gas & Diesel Available
Fuel Notes:
90 octane/ethanol free
Fuel Prices (All Taxes Included)
Reporting Date:
April 27, 2024
Fuel Notes:
90 octane/ethanol free
Gasoline Price:
Call marina for fuel prices
Diesel Price:
Call marina for fuel prices
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Reviews from Cruisers (8)
Dick Anderson- May 24, 2017 - 12:43 pm
The new folks at the marina are trying their best to right the “old wrongs” that were occurring prior to February 2017. We stayed for 5 days to visit relatives nearby and our boat was very safe. Dock fee was reasonable but it’s too bad they don’t have a weekly rate. We would have stayed longer. Utilities are way out of line but it is what it is. The rate for this marina are now$2.00/ft for catamarans. The bathrooms have new tile and are air conditioned. I nice feature when it’s as hot as it’s been.
I requested the bottom of my boat to be painted. They painted the bottom of my boat along with the barnacles on my running gear. That right!! They painted right on top of the barnacles. Then to top it off after they fixed the problem the owner added another thousand dollars to my bill which has been disputed. When I disputed the bill he pulled my boat out of the water and held it hostage. The police had to be called. Don’t ever do business with this Marina. It has a bad reputation and the owner lived up to it!
Telemar Bay is under New Management effective February 1, 2017. We are making lots of positive changes and ask that you PLEASE give us the opportunity to serve you. Dispite the negative reviews in the past, we are going to do our best to be sure your experience here is a five star rating going forward into the future. Any questions feel free to call the New Dockmaster, James or the new Administrator, Michelle @ 321-773-2468
My husband and I rented a month to month slip for our boat at Telemar Bay Marina for 3 months during the period of November, December 2014 and January 2015. I had communicated with the manager Karen of Telemar Bay Marina many times by email and phone before we arrived indicating to her what we were looking for during our 3 month stay and she explained their rules and we were told that if we did not stay on the boat more than three days at a time we would not be considered live-aboards and would NOT be charged the additional fees. The Marina was very willing to rent us a slip for month to month and required a deposit.
We returned to the boat 3 or 4 times and never stayed over the 3 day limit. We always followed all the rules of the Marina even though the staff changed them verbally each time we came to check on our boat and stay overnight. We were never given written rules. We always checked in at the office each time we arrived to stay overnight. We were told that the owner was watching all activities at the marina by camera and from his condo across the street from the Marina. We were fully aware that we were being watched and had no issue with that as we were following all the rules that we were given.
We checked out with the Marina manager Karen on our departure and was told everything was good and they would mail us our deposit.
After we left in January 2015 we called numerous times inquiring about our deposit. We were told over and over it would be returned soon, or our deposit refund was in the mail.
After more than 3 months and many phone calls, we were told that they were keeping our deposit because we were LIVE-ABOARDS. The reason they determined we were live-aboards was because THEY gave us a bathroom key when we first arrived. This was not the case because when we left after setting up the boat at the marina and then we returned we checked in at the office and they took the bathroom keys back. When I contacted the marina before we arrived I was told we could use the bathroom during business hours. Later that changed and we were told we should use the head on our boat, and that the bathrooms were for live-aboards or transients only. I guess this is why we witnessed several people urinating off the docks. They seem to change the rules to suit their needs, and in this case a reason to keep our deposit. The Marina will no longer answer our phone calls (caller ID).
Since leaving I have read other bad reviews about Telemar Bay, so we are not the only people that the Marina treated this way. We will be headed South again next year and we will avoid Telemar Bay Marina. There are plenty of other marinas in the area. My advice is to avoid this dishonest business.
We did try resolving this issue with the Marina about not returning our $460 deposit in many different ways including the Better Business Bureau and the Marina would not respond. This is one of the reasons they have a D+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. We are also working with Boat US regarding this matter and plan on taking this issue to small claims court. At this point it is on principle and protecting other boaters from being taken advantage of. We plan on continuing our warnings to others and in many different ways and until our deposit is returned.
Suggest y’all stop at Telemar Bay Marina just North of the Eau Galle bridge and Dragon Point. Very friendly! Plenty of room for cats even 42v footers. Russ Davignon
Telemar Marina is an excellent marina for both Space Coast locals and cruising visitors. The harbormaster / staff are very friendly and accomodating. There is a travel lift and small boat yard, though I don’t think they allow DIYs. As Alan mentioned, there really is a lot within walking distance; restaurants, shopping, hardware etc. Captain J
i would recommend this marina to folks looking for a calm and totally protected place to stay just inside dragon point. you can even get in at night .. ask me how i know. publix is near along with a lowes and the beach. the dolphins are very active in this harbor. depths are good up to the marina and around 6′ at the fuel dock.
Subject: Telemar Bay Marina Cruising News: We just stopped in at Telemar Bay Marina, Indian Harbour Beach, FL at MM 914.7. The dockage rate has dropped to $1.25/ft and $1.50 for Catamarans. Diesel fuel is $2.60 plus tax and Gasoline is $2.59 incl tax for 89 Octane and no ethenol. Very friendly staff and a great place to stay in bad weather. Rick Wellman
Stayed here mid Dec 2009 to mid Jan 2010. Very reasonable prices, close to bus stop, and walking distance (long walk) to downtown Eau Gallie. Two heads for transients, not climate controlled. I found water depth to be around 6.5′, but am told that the water depth can change (no tidal current; other factors). The owner/manager is very nice and I felt, easy to deal with. If economics drives your decision, this was a great spot. HB Koerner Take Five
$5.00/per night - 30 amp hookup, $8.00/per night - 50 amp hookup
Dock. Fresh Water Connections:
Available.
Showers:
Available.
Laundromat:
Available.
Restaurant:
Two restaurants on-site, one a marina grill and the other a full service restaurant, plus oyster bar
Restaurant Recommendations:
Ichabod’s (321) 952-9532, The Mansion (321) 345-5800)
Provisioning Possibilities:
Take taxi to Publix supermarket 1 1/2 miles away
LPG (Propane) Availability:
Available. Take taxi to Home Depot for LPG tank refill or exchange 1 1/2 miles away
Waste pump-out:
Available. $10.00 per pumpout
Wi-Fi Internet Access:
Free WiFi Available
Fuel Availability:
Gas & Diesel Available
Fuel Prices (All Taxes Included)
Reporting Date:
April 27, 2024
Gasoline Price:
Call marina for fuel prices
Diesel Price:
Call marina for fuel prices
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Reviews from Cruisers (8)
Mike Hedge- December 25, 2016 - 9:51 pm
We stayed in Melbourne Harbor Marina Christmas 2016 weekend aboard our Hunter 45 Center Cockpit sailboat. Our draft is 6.5 feet. There is very little tide here, apparently because Melbourne is so far from the inlets to the north and south. One person told me the tide was a maximum of only 6 inches. Within 100 feet of the entrance we showed 0 feet below the keel. We might have been touching or even had an inch or two to spare, although it felt like we were pushing through silt. Once past the entrance, the basin is deep, and remained so all the way to the back. Sitting in our well, however, we again showed 0 depth below the keel. The staff (Phil) was very helpful, and waited an extra 45 minutes after closing for us to arrive on Christmas eve afternoon. The restaurant, Ichabod’s, is excellent; try the clam chowder — best we’ve ever had. And the Key lime pie is excellent, too. Two things we found disappointing — the Wi-Fi was a disaster — it was ridiculously difficult to use, and didn’t work most of the time. We texted their tech support and “Keith” was very accommodating (on Christmas day, no less!) and got it to work — but the “fix” only would last a short time. And their password protocol — a different 10 digit number every day — is silly. They got sold a bill of goods on that installation! And, the bathroom/shower rooms need to be cleaned up and brightened up; they’re very long in the tooth and look it.
Updated and detailed depth Melbourne harbor marina As much as we were skeptical we had to get deisel and telemar bays pumps were/are down 12/12/16. We draw 4.7 and the channel is narrow and the deepest water in the channel is very narrow. Maybe 15 ft across. It starts about 15 ft away from the red side of the channel. We never saw less than the 5.5 on the way in rated feet for that marina. The basin is much deeper. On this way out we were riskier we wanted to test it out a bit for this post. The channel has 6ft al the way in and out but I wouldn’t recommend that a 6ft draft go barreling in there. It could be done slowly and carefully. FYI we saw 4-6 inches of barnacles hard growth on channel markers. So use that as a water depth indicator. Staff was nice. Fuel was avg price. Pump out functional but slow. They let us get water at no rush and let us throw quite a bit of garbage in th dumpster around back. I would go here again. Austin Harrell
We tried to get into the harbour last night and hit bottom in the middle of the channel with our 5 ft draft. We had told them we were 5 ft and was told that there was plenty of water. The marina response to our telling them that we were aground was “Call Sea Tow or Boat Tow” it was late afternoon and blowing 18-20. Eventually we got off and were told to keep to the red markers.. We said no thank you and asked for the nearest marina south which was 15 miles so we went four miles back to Telemar which was very welcoming.
The admiral found a quaint British shop in downtown Melbourne on the Internet and made the decision for us to stop in Melbourne, FL. We found the harbor marina to be a great location within walking distance to the downtown area. We found several unique shops including a homemade soap store, but the real highlight was a new restaurant called The Mansion! It has been recently remodeled, is clean, great food (from sandwiches to steaks) and it has a wine market and liquor store within a block of the marina. The best part for me, was the 73 craft beers on tap and available on the shelf to purchase and bring back to the boat. Dean & Beth are the owners, 1218 East New Haven Ave is the address. Hope you like it as much as we did. Bill Borchert
Claiborne,I am traveling northward from Fort Pierce, FL. to Morehead City, NC. aboard the MY Twilight Time, a WC Hyatt 53′. Having stopped at Melbourne Harbor Marina twice within the last three months, I could not help but notice how rundown the men’s shower has become. It really is in a sad state. While true, Ichabod’s, is still around, the new crown jewel in dining is only one block away, The Mansion in Melbourne. Food, atmosphere, spirits, shopping. deli and a beer garden and rooftop terrace dining with a view of the ICW. Check it out at http://www.thebigmansion.com More as we travel northward. Kindest personal regards, Harold Harold “Cap’n H” O’Briant
There is a nice channel into this protected marina but there is boat traffic and road noise in the harbor. The suggested walking route into the historic district took us thru some rather questionable areas. Facilities are very limited and were a long hike from the slip. No dockside internet.
Ducked in to Melbourne Harbor Marina for 2 days to wait out some nasty weather this week. It was extremely well-protected from the N and NE winds. It was a very nice marina. Dockmaster very helpful. Ichabods Dockside Grille was a great dinner spot; dinner was great, but the key lime pie was exceptional!! Made on site. Service was terrific too. (Thanks Kim). Fun to be here for Halloween. Eve-Marie Crew of S/V Flash
$6.00/per night - 30 amp hookup, $10.00/per night - 50 amp hookup
Dock. Fresh Water Connections:
Available.
Restaurant Recommendations:
Coastal Cravings, Marina Cafe
Provisioning Possibilities:
Take taxi to Winn Dixie or Publix supermarket 2 miles away
LPG (Propane) Availability:
Available. walk to BP convenience store for LPG tank exchange 1/2 mile away and/or RV repair shop for LPG tank refill 4 miles away
Waste pump-out:
Available. $5.00 per pumpout
Wi-Fi Internet Access:
Free WiFi Available
Fuel Availability:
Gas Available
Fuel Notes:
ethanol free
Fuel Prices (All Taxes Included)
Reporting Date:
April 22, 2024
Fuel Notes:
ethanol free
Gasoline Price:
$5.69 (All Taxes Included)
Other Discount:
Available. Have a membership with marina-10 cents off per gallon
Any Boat/US Discount:
Available. 10 cents off per gallon
Any SeaTow Discount:
Available. 10 cents off per gallon
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Reviews from Cruisers (3)
Neil Woodside- January 8, 2018 - 10:33 am
I am currently staying in this yard and have done so several times in recent years. There is no pumpout available now or in recent years. Entry channel depths are more like 5.5’+; we draw 5′ and have come and gone without difficulty. However, wind tides here can vary depths by 2′ or more. We have been here three weeks with no wifi/internet but they say problem is temporary. Winn Dixie is 0.9 miles away, Publix is 2.5 miles away.
I heard boatyard and thought bad things immediately. Yes it is a boat yard but Doug (owner) was a friendly host. We have a 21 foot beam CAT which made turning in the basin a challenge but several people came out to help us tie up. Happy Hour just north of there (5 minute walk) and it was a great visit. Rest rooms were clean and MUCH better than the boat yard I usual go to.
The depths at Sebastian River Marina are not posted correctly. They are 6 foot not 3. We draw 4’10” and had no problems. The channel is well marked and the marina is protected and calm. The owner, Doug, was delightful to do business with and very accommodating. He gave us transportation to dinner and made sure we had a ride back. Very informative, funny and a pleasure. I would highly recommend this marina. This website should correct the depths. Captain Jill Balleh
We stayed at the Sebastian Inlet Marina at mile marker 934.3. The channel is very narrow and the marina offers no protection from an easterly wind. The channel in the marina is narrow requiring one to back out to depart. Depths along side the floating docks was about 6 feet. We decided to fill up with fuel before going to our assigned slip. The wind was out of the north which was not a good thing given the location of their fuel dock. It made docking tricky but we got it. We also stayed at the fuel dock for the night so we wouldn’t have to deal with the high winds. Today we will leave at first light again; hopefully dealing with light winds. The baths were excellent.[but] I would NEVER take a 40 foot plus sized boat into this marina ever again. Captains Mike and Mary Dickens
Cruising News: We want to share with the cruising community a great place in Sebastian, Florida to use as a stopover and dinghy shore access point. Capt Hiram’s Resort at AICW MM 938 has a marina that is our favorite place in this area to anchor off of and dinghy into. For some time now they have allowed us to pay for transient dockage for our dinghy at the very fair rate of 25$ a week or 100$ a month. This gives us use of the docks for our dinghy, and use of the showers, the pool and the parking lot. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Within a mile is a Walmart, an Ace Hardware, and a large RV supply store with good prices. We anchor just south of their entrance sign on the west side of the channel in 6′ of water (we draw 4′).with good holding in marl. Capt Hiram’s also has on their entrance sign that they will come out and bring you in to the restaurant with their water taxi if you’ll call on Ch 16 after anchoring. On site also with their excellent restaurant is a sand bar with live music most nights and concerts most weekends. It’s a very fun spot done up like a Bahamian beach bar including a ships lifeboat to add to the seating. Try it, you’ll like it! Here’s their website , http://www.hirams.com/things-to-do-at-the-resort/marina.aspx David Soule
Reviews from Cruisers (17)
Great place, friendly, well designed and maintained. Staff are very helpful, and we found electrical repair services right away. Wi-fi is awesome.
Great place to dock and enjoy the Historic Cocoa Village area, there plenty to do including shopping, dinning and relaxing in the park!
The folks at the marina are easy to deal with, BoatUS discount and the best Thai food you will ever eat. Thai Thai Sushi restaurant has the best Pad Thai and Yellow Chicken Shrimp Curry you will ever eat. Fun town to visit.
Don Brown
Stayed at Cocoa on our way south in April 2013 and were most impressed, the club house and facilities are great, and the marina is well kept and well run. The staff were kind and considerate. Access to town is easy, and we had a good dinner there.
Entry is a little strange, but they guide you in well, so listen and make sure you understand. We had no issues and loved out time there.
Cocoa Village Marina is centrally located in a quaint area called Cocoa Village, lots to do and everyone is super.
The staff will bend over backwards to make sure your stay is nice and the bathrooms are so clean. I give the Marina 5 stars.
Cocoa Village Marina in Cocoa, FL. – the West Basin has a concrete wall protecting it. If you come here, you want the West Basin. There is no tide, and any urge will be wind driven on the Indian River. Yes there is a nice fetch from the North from the Hwy 528 bridge.
The Pilings at Cocoa Village Marina are set deep and in great condition. They have cross brace re-inforcing them. I have double springs and bow and stern lines. The slip is wide enough some 21 ft, and I can center the boat in the slip with our 15.5 beam. We are between the Hwy 528 and 520 bridges that go to Merritt Island MM897
Check out Cocoa Village Marina.
Safe Cruising
Capt Bob
Onboard ALLEZ
We love staying at Cocoa Village. Staff is very friendly and you can walk everywhere. There are plenty of smaller boats in the marina. We are 38ft and never have a problem with the dock height. Remember that there’s very little tide in this area. They have a great facility, very nice restrooms and 50 cent washers and dryers–pretty hard to beat!
Harriet Hardy
i did not stay here but did get a look at the docking situation: this place is better suited for boats over 40 feet. the wooden piers are almost 8 feet above waterline and climbing off a small boat can be dangerous and difficult. it is also rather industrial in appearance.
We highly recommend Cocoa Village Marina for a night or two. It is within easy walking distance to downtown. The docks are new and there is pump out service at each slip at no extra charge. They offer discounts to MTOA members. The restrooms, laundry and lounge are clean and first rate.
Aubrey and Jan Vaughan
This is a great marina with Cocoa Village across the street. There is no problem renting a slip in either the protected west basin, or the more exposed east basin. We found everything top shelf. The facility is under new management but very little has changed, I even heard of more improvements down the road, like slip side pump out. When that happens, this will be a 4 star marina. Don’t miss this one.
On Board Take Five, 11/30/09. Just dropped by to inquire about rates. There are two areas: one is exposed to northerly winds, the other has a concrete bulkhead. The protected slips have recently been sold at auction. The marina staff will not be able to commit to any renting of slips until Dec 7, when the owners will announce their intentions to rent their slips or keep their own boats in them. Costs for rental of protected slips are based on length of slip, not boat, with 50 foot minimum. Costs of rental at exposed slips based on length of vessel. First impression of this marina is that it is excellent.
HB Koerner
On Board Take Five, 11/30/09. Just dropped by to inquire about rates. There are two areas: one is exposed to northerly winds, the other has a concrete bulkhead. The protected slips have recently been sold at auction. The marina staff will not be able to commit to any renting of slips until Dec 7, when the owners will announce their intentions to rent their slips or keep their own boats in them. Costs for rental of protected slips are based on length of slip, not boat, with 50 foot minimum. Costs of rental at exposed slips based on length of vessel. First impression of this marina is that it is excellent.
Very nice marina with the swankiest Captain’s Lounge yet. We hit Cafe Margaux for lunch which was outstanding. It’s a pretty fancy spot and not inexpensive, but you get what you pay for. Guys…suggest you send the first mate to the “cutesy shops” while you spend an hour wandering through Travis Hardware. You gotta see this place.
s/v MicMac
Cocoa is good place to stop and spend some money having fun. Ryans Pizza really hit the spot after not getting in further north. For decent protection from the north, the west basin is much better than the east. Good showers, unfortunately the sauna is only for property owners!
We have spent many days at this marina on our annual trips to and from the Keys. This is one of those facilities that you have to look very hard to find something wrong with it. To date, we haven’t . The staff is great and the facilities are clean and modern. The marine is well protected from the elements. Security is good. The location is across the street from downtown Cocoa Village which offers great food and entertainment. Travis Hardware store is worth the trip to Cocoa alone. This is a “time warp” experience with an inventory of every known hardware item ever made!! I would (and do) strongly recommend this marina as a great stop for anyone.
Marsh and Bob
M/V ‘Threadbare”
I just wanted to let everyone know that we had a very pleasant stay at Cocoa Village Marina. We went to Ryans Pizza just a few blocks away. A sweet girl named Mel was the server. We had a wonderful meal and a very enjoyable evening. I recommend every one to go to Ryans. Next day as we cruised South we saw several pods of dolphins and were happy to be back in Florida.
Kat Luchene
This is a great spot for cruisers. The basin is nicely protected and the staff is very nice. Cocoa Village is across the street and should not be missed. Great shops and rest. as well as the best hardware store on the east coast of Florida. I’d give the marina 4 stars.
Scott W.