Full Service Boatyard and Beautiful Resort Marina in Historic Solomons Island on the Chesapeake Bay
After humble beginnings as a corn field, the Marina emerged in the early 1960s as "Ranch Club Marina #1". Over the course of the next 30 years piers were added, swimming pool built and many other improvements made, resulting in today what many consider to be one of the finest marina facilities on the Chesapeake Bay. On site managers Trevor and Liz Richards are part owners of the facility, having arrived at Spring Cove in 1988 after sailing around the world in search of the perfect marina! Solomons Island is rich in history.
Although the first settlements in the Patuxent Region were the tobacco farms of the 17th and 18th centuries, Solomons itself came into prominence after the civil war. It began as a fishing community famous for its oysters and shipyards. By 1892, Solomons was Calvert County's most important commercial center. The town was firmly planted on the map during World War II when it housed an amphibious training base through which thousands of troops passed on their way to the beaches of Normandy. During the latter part of this century, the Island has become more and more focused on the recreational side of boating with marinas, restaurants, and charter boats flourishing. Today Solomons is one of the most popular boating destinations on the Bay. You will still find the quaint, friendly atmosphere which attracted the first settlers as well as all the conveniences of a full service boating center.
The Calvert Marine Museum, just 100 yards from the marina, has a detailed history of the area and is home to the Drum Point Lighthouse and the "Wm. B. Tennison" , a 100 year old bugeye which is the oldest licensed passenger vessel on the Bay.
With the abundance of the Bay close at hand, it is natural that the area Restaurants feature seafood prominently on their menus. Spring Cove's Naughty Gull Restaurant, situated on a picturesque cove on the north side of the property, has arguably the best crab cakes in town, while your dining choices in Solomons range from fast-food to gourmet.
Spring Cove Marina is a 246 slip facility on close to 10 acres of property with an abundance of trees, lawns, gardens and natural vegetation, making this one of the most attractive marinas on the East coast. It offers the services and amenities you would expect to find in a first class modern marina, but with the friendliness of a family run business. The Location of the Marina could not be more convenient. The Holiday Inn and The Comfort Inn are adjacent north and south, the new Medical Center adjacent to the west, and within a short walk are the Maritime Museum and the Patuxent Plaza. The Plaza contains Woodburns World Class Gourmet Deli, West Marine, Post Office, Liquor Store, Fast Food and more.
Transients Welcome
From your very first contact by phone or VHF radio, you will be impressed with how the staff strive to make your stay a memorable one. You will receive docking instructions, directions and a uniformed dockhand standing by at your assigned slip for docking assistance.
Be sure to stop at the Fuel Dock to take advantage of the great prices on Gas and Diesel. We are an environmentally friendly facility - please take care when fueling. Check-In is easy in the Ship's Store where you will receive local information and help with dinner reservations or a rental car, and then it's kick-back and relax at the pool! The swimming pool, large surrounding deck and Gazebo are beautifully situated overlooking the marina and Back Creek. Enjoy the unique underwater music in the heated 25 yard pool.
The 13 individual, tiled, air-conditioned restrooms offer you the privacy and comforts of home, and the staff takes pride in keeping them spotlessly clean.
Of the 9.6 acres, almost 1.5 acres are manicured lawns under the trees and are devoted to picnic areas with inground grills and picnic tables, and there's a Playground to keep the kids entertained.
The slipholders lounge/exchange library, on the second floor of the main building, is a quiet place to get out of the heat and read a book. Laundry facilities are also available.
The Ship's Store has a wide variety of Gifts, Clothing, Marine items, Souvenirs, Groceries and snacks. Block and cube ice are available and there is a cube ice dispenser for 24 hour convenience.
Central Vacuum Pumpout hydrants are located near all transient slips and use of the system is free. Also free is the High Speed Wifi Internet access, available from most slips.
Spring Cove Yacht Services, A Full Service Boatyard
The Full Service Yard offers complete Mechanical Repair and Maintenance, Haul-out service with a 50 Ton Marine Travel lift, Indoor Facility for boats up to 60' for Quality Spray Painting and Fiberglass work and all the services listed below: Gas and Diesel Engine Maintenance, Repair and Repower
Awlgrip Spray Painting
Fiberglass and Gelcoat Repairs
Bow Thruster Installation
Electrical Troubleshooting,Installation and Repair
Bottom Painting Prep and Paint
Blister Repair
Hull and Topside Washing, Waxing and Detailing
Prop and Shaft Work
Crane Service
Mast and Rigging Work
Dry Storage - Long term, Short term or Winter Package
Full Winterizing Service
Annual Slips Available
Open slips range in size from 26' to 50' and The cost varies from $90 to $100 per foot per year for a standard, open slip. The price is based on the length, width and location of the slip. The contract year begins April 1. There are also 10 covered slips. Of course, being an annual renter entitles you to full use of the all the facilities. The 25 yard heated swimming pool, large surrounding deck and Gazebo are beautifully situated overlooking the marina and Back Creek.
The 13 individual, tiled, air-conditioned restrooms offer you the privacy and comforts of home, and the staff takes pride in keeping them spotlessly clean. From a total of 9.6 acres, almost 1.5 acres of the manicured lawns under the trees are devoted to picnic areas with inground grills and picnic tables. There is also a Playground to keep the kids entertained. Natural vegetation has been left along much of the waterfront, creating shady slips, but more importantly, a buffer to control sediment run-off into the Bay. The grounds are kept spotlessly clean, further reducing pollution to the Bay.
Used Oil and Antifreeze collection containers are provided and recycling is encouraged at the recycling center.
Our Central Vacuum Pumpout system allows slipholders to empty their holding tanks without having to move their boat from the slip. It is available 24 hours a day in season and is free of charge. High speed Wifi Internet access is also free and available from most slips. The BoatYard is set back from the waterfront and the main part of the Marina so as not to encroach on the tranquillity and natural beauty of the facility.
The slipholders lounge/exchange library, on the second floor of the main building, is a quiet place to get out of the heat and read a book. Laundry facilities are also available. Annual slipholders receive a discount on Gifts and Clothing in the Ship's Store which also stocks Marine items, Souvenirs, Groceries and snacks. Block and cube ice are available and there is a cube ice dispenser for 24 hour convenience.
There is ample Parking and the Security Gate at the entrance keeps unauthorized vehicles at bay!
