The Black Dog Wharf

Super helpful. They let us stay an hour past checkout so that we could catch the start of the westbound current for our journey home. Good restaurant right at the dock and a major grocery store across the street. The VTA bus terminal is one minute away with free bus access to the rest of the island. We didn't have fenderboards for the adjacent dock pilings, but Black Dog made one of theirs up for us. A small marina, but they do things right!

We had a great visit and look forward to returning next season

Great location, very friendly and professional marina team. Morgan is a class act! Clean shower facilities. Calm at the dock, but the ferry horns are loud and run early in the morning.

Great staff and location

Great stay at the Black Dog Warf! great accommodations, service was terrific, location was perfect - Thank You Black Dog. Secret Formula

Very nice Morgan is great

Always great hospitality and service.

Excellent stay! Extra Cudo’s to the dockhand that helped us on arrival. Not sure I remember but I’m confident you know whoo was on duty. I believe hi name was Rory

Perfect vineyard destination. Great for families and others. BD Wharf is conveniently located near a grocery store, bakery, shopping, and many restaurants. We have been visiting this marina since 2001 and love it. There is a true Vineyard vibe without all of the chaos of Oak Bluffs harbor. Morgan and Brooke do a fantastic job in making sure everyone on the dock is taken care of with safe tie up, stay, and departure. Thank you! Great stay as always.

We stay on their dock each and every year and they always go above and beyond. Thank you Douglas family!

Excellent group of people, run by a family that cares. Facilities all worked perfectly. We really enjoyed our stay.

Good to return again in 2026 , , Morgan, the dock master, Brook , again great work . . Fun place to visit !! . The Gallagher crew , say thank you

Great spot and dockhands. A real throw back. We loved it!

As always, perfect! Terrific marina, and a great stop (1-day or 2-weeks!) for kids and parents! Don Capoccia

The best out there. Great marina great staff great harbor great town.

Great experience and staff!

Great location, very helpful staff. Will be going back for sure!

BDW was a happy accident. After staying in OB for 15+ years on our weekly MV vacation, I was unable to come up with a reservation this year. I chose Black Dog simply based on availability. Best Mistake I have made in years. Not only is the atmosphere much better for families, but the Black Dog Wharf was a fantastic operation. Brooke and his staff are amazing, attentive and understanding. The morning coffee and pastry was an added bonus. Most other reviews mention the clean bathrooms and great showers. I wont beat that dead horse, other to say their showers have better pressure than my home shower! Certainly will be back! ~ Knot Reel Teeth UPDATED 8/24 - The Black Dog continues to impress. The team there is courteous and attentive, always ready to lend a helping hand. Bathrooms are spotless as usual, and the vibe on the dock was relaxed, approachable and neighborly. Certainly will be returning regularly! 08/26 - Another year, another fantastic stay. Morgan, Brook and the team are some of the nicest folks on the island. First class operation, understanding and flexible staff, and a great vibe

douglas family are the best. The greatest marine we stay at all summerit was the best morgan & brooks douglas iare the best dockmasters

Excellent as always!

Absolutely incredible, definitely returning in the future!

This place is magical! Always happy to be here. I have a physical limitations, and they could not have been any nicer and helpful.

Great place to dock. Attentive dock hands to assure a good experience.

Without a doubt the most helpful and professional marina staff we’ve ever met and amazing central location. They set us up with fender boards at the dock. I even watched as a dockhand closed up for the night and heading up the dock stopped, put his stuff down, and readjusted someone’s fender lines. You don’t see that kind of dedication often. Plus the whole Black Dog family is just amazingly good people.

Friendly and helpful staff. Quality amenities near by and no surprises - will be going back for sure.