Seriously, I do not remember the last time we paid $1.00/foot per night for a transient slip…read more Twenty years ago maybe? Granted this was the special rate for Boat US members, but the regular price of $1.50 was still incredibly affordable. Electric was an additional 10 spot per night, but if we had anchored and used the generator, the fuel cost alone would have exceeded both the slip rental and the utility. So, bottom line, very good choice price wise. This super dog friendly marina is spread out on about 123 acres, so there is plenty of grass, picnic tables, an in-ground pool, even a grill. It's not fancy, more rustic than resort like, but if you only need the basics and you want to deal with super friendly people, this is the place for you. I would also recommend this place for boats with with a dinghy as this marina is located on Back Creek across from the Solomon's Peninsula. You can easily get to the "Island" by taking your inflatable to numerous other marinas with dinghy docks. The sad part is......there is nothing really worth boating to there. Of the handful of eateries, only one or two do not get DISMAL reviews. Having eaten at one of the "winners", I can only say, i would not come back. I know "Solomon's" is a big destination place for boaters plowing the waters of the Chesapeake Bay, but I don't get the draw at all. Yeah, you can raft off other vessels, drink a lot of beer and play loud music, but I really don't need to use 120 gallons of fuel round-trip to have that kind of party on the water. Besides the super interesting museum, there is nothing much here. We didn't mind as we found some excellent scenic creeks to explore and enjoyed our solitude. I know our live- aboard neighbors, however, did not share the same thought. They were headed to the Great Lakes from Charleston SC, when they realized they needed some serious engine work. Reading all the glowing reviews about Solomon's they were expecting a mini Annapolis. Boy were they sorely disappointed, especially since they were going on two weeks at that marina, waiting for parts so that they could get the work done. Yikes! Another perk at Calvert's, which we found both endearing and incredibly funny, was the courtesy car offered by the marina. Transients were able to use this vehicle, free of charge for an hour. Only other stipulation was you were NOT ALLOWED to cross the bridge over the Patuxent. (Maybe cause it wouldn't make it). Anyway, trying to figure out an ancient diesel run Mercedes was hilarious. Seat belts and power windows not working. No AC. My husband had to bend over otherwise he would have crammed his head on the roof. A little black smoke from the tail pipe, and we were off, sweaty and hot, to Food Lion to pick up some supplies. It was an experience. Oh yes, the marina does have two restaurants. One is a VERY casual cafe with some picnic benches that is dog friendly. It offered some more creative sandwich offerings compared to a basic deli, but we did not try it. The Back Creek Bistro (formerly Vincenzo's) was OK. It's upper scale (price wise), but the menu was pretty boring with no surprises. We both got the queen's cut Prime rib, and it was pretty decent. There was a rehearsal dinner going on so there was a bit of mayhem, but the servers and owner really tried to be accommodating. So the marina, easily gets four stars. Solomons Island? One. Our creeks up here are just as nice, and we don't have to burn a boat load of fuel to get there. If we ever need a stopping point when boating to further destinations, we would not hesitate to stay at Calvert Marina again.

Kept our boat here for over a year and had a blast. Great people! Reasonably priced and good…read morelocation. Has Gas Dock! Really liked the folks on our dock. Very good marina.

This is a beautiful marina. Went fishing there quite lots of fish. The people are very hospitable…read moreand nice little shops in the area. Lotta drinking holes as well

From the owner: Friendly, Courteous Service…read more Gasoline & Diesel Mechanics, Boat Repairs, Travel Lift, Dry Storage Fuel Sales, Port Hole Gift Shop, Machine Shop Boat Slips, Transient Dockage, Wi-Fi Charter Fishing, The Calypso Bay Crab House Boat Yard: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM Saturday by Appointment Closed on Sunday

A sign of a questionable operation is when its management feels it has to go on Yelp and give…read moreitself a 5-star rating. Ashley A. manages this boatyard and did just that. You can read her rating of herself in this review section. I had my 44' sailboat there all last 2025 season. The electric shore power pedestal did not work when we got to the slip in May. We were assured it would be fixed immediately. I kept asking all summer. Always the same answer but no fix. All summer I had to run my own longer cable to various other pedestals which sometimes worked and sometimes did not. All that time my cables were run over by dock traffic. Management response to other issues was similarly bad as well. I won't go into it all. The season's experience was frustrating. Requested services were promised and not performed. Lower-level workers were very helpful. I expect to see these guys write some sort of rebuttal in the form of another self-assigned 5-star rating to offset this one. All I can say is "reader beware".

This place is a hidden gem. Staff is super friendly and helpful, floating docks, great pool with a…read morebar and walking distance to all of the restaurants. Highly recommend and we will be coming here again.

Had our 45' sailing catamaran hauled out, painted, cleaned and had a bunch of Gelcoat and…read morefiberglass work as well as mechanical stuff done. Fabulous work. Boat looks new and work done very well. Highly recommend them. Perry and Rob run a great yard!!

We had a mechanical issue and were towed here on Saturday night. On Sunday morning, I submitted a…read morework order. By 9:30 Monday, their service tech, Steve, was on our boat. Took a little over 2 hours, but he fixed us up good. He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and diligent. Showed me a couple "tricks" and hacks for maintaining our motor. Best diesel mechanic ever! I will say that the marina is a bit on the pricey side at $2.20/ft in mid-November and they don't offer BoatUS or MarinaLife discounts. However, the facilities are top notch and the staff is helpful and friendly.

We just checked in from Brooklyn ! This is a simple and…read morepretty hotel, It's very clean and cute We got so much help from Pastor Frank! Shout out to Pastor Frank who is awesome by the way and will make your weekend amazing. It feels like someone has infused a lot of love into this place. I highly recommend it.

Yuk! Bait and switch. Very dark and dingy. Not what appeared on the website! Floors are sticky…read more Pubes on bathroom floor. Towels with holes in them. A baby roach running across the bathroom counter.Bed dips in the middle. Thin walls, can hear kids yelling. I Where is the restaurant and outdoor bar?? Couldn't wait to leave!

Bill and his team did a great job designing and installing a major electrical upgrade for our boat…read more- new house batteries, solar panels, and inverter.

Would rate "0" stars if offered the option! Bill Brandon? WORST boat yard manager ever encountered…read more Crooked and questionable business practices are an understatement. This man is unreasonable and uncooperative. Stay far away from this place - Solomons has plenty of other wonderful boat yards and marinas!

true service done LA style! The whole gang absolutely so friendly and have so much life and flavor…read more One of the best families you'll meet

Drum Point has some of the best mechanics in the area. Always responsive, they know their…read morebusiness. Thank you Guys. I appreciate your service. Andy at Sail Solomons

Randy Beckwith installed a new 10,000 lbs. capacity Magnum Lift for me in 2002 and it is still…read moregoing strong with no electrical or mechanical issues. The lift motors even survived being submerged in Chesapeake Bay waters during Hurricane Isabel in 2003. Now in 2022 some of the sacrificial galvanizing on the structural steel beams has been depleted causing the underlying steel to begin corroding, mainly under where the keel of my boat rests on the lift. I called the number I had for American Boat Lifting Services from 2002 and to my surprise, the business is still going strong but at a new location. I've made arrangements for an inspection and estimate to refurbish the lift for another 20+ years.

From the owner: American Boat Lifting Systems custom Installs and Repairs all types of MAGNUM boat lifts--from…read morereplacement of cables & motors to a complete overhaul of existing equipment or new construction!American Boat Lifting Systems also offer a complete line of deckaccessories, such as ladders, hoists, pier electrical services, and more! If you need piling, piers, bulkheads, etc., Click on our list of Reliable ContractorsWorking Southern Maryland Waterways for over 35 years, Randy Beckwith & Gorden Spalding are well known for Outstanding Boat Lifting Services in Southern Maryland. With Magnum and American Boat Lifting Systems--Quality and Custom Designs are Priority so rest assured knowing Quality is what you will receive with Randy & Gorden's Custom Fit Designs and their Top Notch contractors!ABLS is the only Full-Time Boat Lift Installers in Southern Maryland. Boat Lift installations is their focus and quality work is their priority and their reputation!

Not a fancy place but well run and reasonable prices. I keep my boat here and they do all the…read morerepairs and maintenance. Very happy with Tim the mechanic and Dustin the manager. Customer satisfaction and quality work are priorities here.

Although not located in the heart of the hustle and bustle of Solomons Island, Boatel is just a…read morestones throw away from all that. The perfect mix of professional staff, quality services, and a relaxed environment makes this the perfect place for someone looking to have a relaxing time while enjoying the local water ways. The facilities are nice, with an on-site, in-ground pool that is quiet and well kept. The lounge has recently been updated and houses two bathrooms with showers along with a TV and a place to relax out of the sun. There is an on-site Scuba Dive Shop as well that is well stocked and has all those little things you might need for a weekend on the boat. The on site mechanics are knowledgable and can take care of anything you need to have done. Lou is a pleasure to do business with and she always has a smile on her face. If your looking to keep your boat somewhere away from the busy Solomons area but yet only be a few minutes from the attractions, this is the place for you!

Excellent service and support on our Yamaha outboard. Timely support with clear explanations. Fair…read morepricing as well.

I called on May 17, 2021 to have my name placed on a list to be called when they had an opening for…read morediagnostics on my 2002 Wave runner. Spoke with Jim Sh@%&y who told me he would call me. Fast forward until August 24, 2021, I called them. If I didn't call them, they would have never called me back. HOW UNPROFESIONAL !!!! Harry asked me for my name, put me on hold, got back on the phone and said, "okay, looks like we can ALLOW you to bring in your wave runner." Allow me!!??? I said no, "after over 90 days of no contact from the marina, you are not ALLOWED to work on my equipment." You have already demonstrated that you don't care about me. You have zero professionalism!!!! This low rent, cheap, want to be marina couldn't even call it's customer and explain that they are backed up still, (which of course they are not) and please be patient. Then, act as if I were the issue because they have a poorly run operation. If business is that good, a real marina would hire more people. The new hires don't all have to be certified on every manufacturer, just mechanically inclined, have one or two certified mechanics supervising the work to get the equipment moving. Please consider every other option out there before even calling this "marine mechanic." BUYER BEWARE!!!!!!!!