River Forest Manor and Marina

Dock
Offered

Mooring
Not Offered

Day Trip
Not Offered

738 East Main St
Belhaven, NC 27810

Check-in after 01:00 PM
Check-out before 11:00 AM

+1 252-945-8995

VHF 16

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211 Reviews

by Debbie P. - Verified user on Sep 21, 2026

Beautiful location. Clean bathhouse, free use of laundry facility, and free use of golf carts! Friendly and helpful staff!

by Joanne W. - Verified user on Sep 13, 2026

The dockmaster, Austin (?) was incredibly helpful and very friendly. We loved the free golf carts they have to get around town in. The facilities were also very nice.

Marina Response:

Thanks for the 5 star review! Come back and see us again! -Dockmaster Austin

by Michael S. on Sep 08, 2026

Nice marina and staff. Dockmaster was very helpful and friendly. Just a short walk to downtown Belhaven.

Marina Response:

Glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back anytime, Captain! -Dockmaster Austin

by Abby H. - Verified user on Aug 29, 2026

We enjoyed our stay at River Forest Marina!! Austin and Joe were SO kind and helpful, and we had everything we needed during our stay! The available golf carts were such a huge win to get around town, and the bathroom facilities are spotless. They have ice and beverages in the marina store to purchase. They do have a pump out station they bring to your boat, it’s a little slow, but works ok otherwise. Laundry is free and the River Manor Bistro is just right there on site for lunch or nice dinner. Would highly recommend!

Marina Response:

Thanks for the review! We hope that you guys come back and see us! Safe travels! -Dockmaster Austin

by Pat S. - Verified user on Aug 20, 2026

Excellent small marina. Quiet, close to town with restaurants, shops and grocery with use of golf cart. Will definitely stay here again.

Marina Response:

We are thrilled that you had a great stay with us! Hope to see you again! Dockmaster Austin

by Jack R. - Verified user on Aug 19, 2026

We had a great stay at River Forest Marina in Belhaven! The docks and facilities are nice, the town is fun and the complimentary golf carts are fantastic. However, the best part about this marina is Austin. He met us with a warm smile and was so helpful getting us in. He is exactly the kind of person you want helping tie-up your boat. He is knowledgeable and humble. He takes cues from the captain and just does a great job. He gave us a tour and gave us all the info we needed and some recommendations for restaurants in town. He has a very warm personality and is a great representative for the marina and the town of Belhaven. Thank you for everything, Austin! We will definitely be back!

Marina Response:

Thanks for the awesome review Captain! Hope to see you guys again soon! Fair winds and following seas! -Austin

by William F. - Verified user on Aug 18, 2026

What a fantastic find, a beautiful little marina. Everything was so clean, the showers were great. Free laundry is a great bonus, and the use of the golf carts was great. Great place for a couple of nights rest.

Marina Response:

We are glad that you had a great stay with us! Hope to see you again soon! -Austin

by David L. on Jul 27, 2026

Excellent stay at River Forest Marina. Austin and Joe were great. Fixed docks, well maintained. Multiple amenities, bathrooms\showers clean and stocked with towels, multiple golf carts\ electric car available for reprovisioning at nearby Food Lion, free laundry. Belhaven an easy walk downtown with many restaurants and shops. Fuel and pump out available at slip. Would definitely recommend for Cruisers on the ICW.

Marina Response:

Thanks for the awesome review! Come back soon! - Austin

by Doug B. - Verified user on Jul 26, 2026

Stayed here much longer than planned due to part coming in and bad weather; they have FREE laundry, dock hands were helpful and they have FREE golf carts to let you get around town and to Food Lion. We ended up here for 10 days and will return!

Marina Response:

Glad you had a great stay with us! Hope to see you again! Safe travels Captain!

by Steve P. on Jul 21, 2026

We've been through Belhaven several times but this was our first stay at River Forest Manor. The marina staff was quick to reply on the radio and assist us with our lines into the slip. The restaurant on the grounds was excellent. We used one of the loaner golf carts to run errands and they even had a little dog park which was awesome. Overall a great stop and one we will repeat on future visits through Belhaven.

Marina Response:

We look forward to having you back Captain! Have a safe trip!

by Jeffrey S. - Verified user on Jul 17, 2026

Lovely stay. The staff was so nice. The loaner golf carts are terrific too. Adorable little town with so much charm and great food.

Marina Response:

Thanks for the great review Captain! We look forward to seeing you again!

by Captain Deborah v. - Verified user on Jul 15, 2026

We just love this marina. Been here a few times and they never disappoint. So quiet and peaceful. Easy to get in and out. Dockhands were super helpful. Very dog friendly! And don't forget to have dinner at the restaurant. I had the pan fried mahi mahi with a curry sauce accompanied by roasted brussel sprouts and basmati rice. Sooo good! See y'all next time!

Marina Response:

Thanks for the awesome review Captain! We hope to see you guys again!

by Paul W. on Jun 29, 2026

Austin our Dockmaster was great. He went out of his way, even staying after hours, to make we were settled in. We needed diesel and a pump out, which was done at our slip. Our crew used the showers and restrooms, all very clean- they even provided towels! After a torrential rainstorm we walked the 50 yards to the Marina restaurant for a delightful upscale meal in a laid back environment. We'd definitely consider River Forest on our southward trip back down the ICW.

Marina Response:

Thanks for the awesome review Captain! It was our pleasure. Hope to see you again!

by James G. - Verified user on Jun 25, 2026

Very friendly. Golf cart to use nice restaurant right there. Showers laundry easy docking.

Marina Response:

Thanks for the 5 stars Capt' hope you come back to see us!

by King D. on Jun 12, 2026

We had a great stay here. The facility is very clean and nice, and the staff was very accommodating. The free laundry and golf carts were appreciated, and you can receive fuel and pump outs right in your slip.

by Chris P. - Verified user on Jun 03, 2026

Great place to spend a couple days. Easy access to town using the golf carts. There is a boat yard a few blocks away as well.

by Cynthia M. - Verified user on May 26, 2026

Marina folks so nice. Marina clean, has towels, soap and shampoo! Also loaned me an electric clown car - so fun. Splendid stop. Loved the restaurant in town- Spoon River Artworks.

by Sylvie B. - Verified user on May 26, 2026

The person was very kindly. We can do our laundry for free. They have golf cart to go to the grocery store.

by Tammy S. - Verified user on May 24, 2026

slip was too tight for our vessel, we should have requested a different slip. Otherwise good marina, cute town with a great grocery store. Complimentary golf carts.

by Edward C. - Verified user on May 22, 2026

Perfect we always stay there

Marina Response:

Thanks we hope to see you again

by Mark J. - Verified user on May 21, 2026

Nice stay - use of golf carts to town, nice shower with towels and shampoos, free laundry. The restaurant was good and friendly server. Only complaint is the dock needs some cleats!

by Scott B. - Verified user on May 21, 2026

A FANTASTIC marina and stay! We were offer a slip or side tie, upon contact with the dock master, and he quickly guided us into the harbor and assisted grabbing lines and tying us off while three other boats were arriving. The grounds are beautiful, the town is lovely, and the atmosphere is relaxed. Amenities are beyond wonderful; free laundry, a free glass of wine at the restaurant and free use of there fleet of golf carts to access town! Amazing stay!!

by Susan J. - Verified user on May 18, 2026

Easy in and out for our 47 Mainship. Mike was great! Lovely town!

Marina Response:

Thanks for staying with us Captain! We hope to see you next time around.

by Belita W. on May 18, 2026

It is a great place to stop, town isn’t far away, free laundry is always a plus, we didn’t use the showers but the bathroom/showers looked nice. Short walk to town with nice places to enjoy.

Marina Response:

Thanks for the 5 star review Capt'. Looking forward to your return!

by Tim R. - Verified user on May 16, 2026

Excellent Marina. Well marked channels all the way to the pier. Fixed docks are updated. Big fare way to maneuver to the slip. Boaters showers fully stocked with towels and soap and clean. Good laundry machines. Town is easy walk or use the golf carts provided to get to hardware store and several good restaurants. Restaurant at the marina is excellent.

Marina Response:

Thanks for the Great review Captain!

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10% Off Transient Slips
10% Off Electricity

About River Forest Manor and Marina

DEEP WATER Approach and at Dock - We have ample 9' depth on approach and at dock

New for Spring 2025 Season - BRAND NEW ROCK JETTY protecting marina basin.

Amenities Galore: -FREE Laundry -FREE Street Legal Golf Carts -Climate Controlled Showers and Restrooms with complementary towels, soap and shampoo -Pickleball Courts -Putting Green -Airport Shuttle -Onsite Restaurant, Craft Cocktail Bar, and Boutique Hotel -BBQ Grill, Picnic and Garden Areas -In slip fueling and pump out -LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Short walk or golf cart ride to everything the town has to offer, including grocery.

Historic River Forest Marina has been a favorite stop of vessels transiting the ICW since 1947. Briefly known as Grand Manor Marina during 2023-2024, the facility is under new ownership and has taken back it's original name of River Forest Marina.

The marina is located at ICW MM 136, and just inside the breakwater upon entering Pantego Creek and the Belhaven Harbor. We have a well marked deep draft channel with ample 9' water depths throughout as well as at the dock. There is no lunar tide and minimal (<1ft) wind driven tide at our location.

There is an onsite restaurant, craft cocktail bar, and boutique hotel. We are located in the residential area of downtown Belhaven, an ideal location for walks and sightseeing or a leisure golf cart ride. We are a short walk or golf cart ride (approximately 0.4mi) from Belhaven's business district, which hosts an array of shops and restaurants.

Airport shuttle available for a fee.