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We just wanted to add our voices to the very positive reviews for Safe Harbor Old Port Cove. We were coming down the ICW and weather was coming with 25-35 knots of wind. We had a light anchor and were worried that we would drag. I called on the phone (it was answered immediately, unlike many other marinas) because we have had very positive experiences at other Safe Harbors. We explained our issues with the weather and anchor and they squeezed us in despite the busy dates/high season (it was also at the very end of the business day). What a relief!!! We called on the radio and was given explicit instructions for approach and was told that there would definitely be someone at the docks to help us tie up - the wind was now starting to really blow. Entering this marina with the staff waiting truly made us feel like we were entering a "safe harbor"! The docks are unique in that there are adjustable cleats - within minutes they were moved to accommodate our catamaran and, just as fast, our power was on and water was close. When we walked to check in, Suzy was so welcoming and helpful, supplying us with information about the marina and area, and then we were lucky enough to be gifted with a lovely bottle of wine. She went above and beyond to help us out.
The marina is very well maintained with very nice, clean showers and bathrooms, and we were on floating docks. We looked at the facilities and they are exceptional: a gym with a great selection of equipment, a lounge with a pool table and seating/relaxing area, and also a nice restaurant on the premises. The property is in a gated community so security is not an issue. There are several high rise apartment buildings around but we saw that as a bonus - more wind blocking - they did not interfere with the lovely view. It was a short walk (~ 10 minutes) to a Publix and West Marine, as well as restaurants. We were also the same short walk away from an Enterprise car rental facility. We rented a car for 24 hours and did provisioning and many errands in preparation for crossing to the Bahamas. This marina is likely one of the nicest and well-managed we have been at. We want to add a very special thank-you to Suzy who squeezed us in during the heavy weather.