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The Best of the Cape & Islands

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Want to be at the center of the Cape and Islands' boating scene without having to deal with Cape traffic? Make South Wharf Yacht Yard & Marina your new home port.

One of New England's best kept secrets, South Wharf is a full-service yard and marina in the historic village of Padanaram, South Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Offering deep-water slips up to 150 feet, we're just across Buzzards Bay from Cuttyhunk, in the middle of New England's prime sailing and cruising grounds of Martha's Vineyard, the Elizabeth Islands and Nantucket. On the land side, South Wharf is around an hour from Boston and 30 minutes from Cape Cod, Newport and Providence.

South Wharf boasts the muscle and know-how for hauling and launching just about any kind of yacht you can think of. Our state-of-the-art facilities include a 55-ton travel lift as well as winter storage making us the go-to location for boaters who care about how their boats are treated. South Wharf's factory-trained and certified technicians are experts in the installation and repair of marine electronics, inboard and outboard engines, electrical, heating, plumbing and A/C. We're also the authorized servicing dealer of Yamaha, Volvo, Yanmar, Raymarine, Simrad, Garmin, B&G, Lowrance, Cummins, AB Inflatables and offer complete outfitting/repair and customization of sail and power vessels.

Marina Amenities

• Quaint New England village setting
• 100 seasonal / transient slips berthing up to 130'
• 30/50/100 amp power
• Deep water access
• No overhead obstructions
• 24-hour on-site security
• Upscale residential style shower facilities
• Wireless Internet
• Restaurant on site
• Waterfront bar
• Ice machines
• Picnic area with gas grill
• Nauti Jane's Boat Rentals (power boats, kayak rentals, paddleboard rentals)

​Heated Indoor Boat & RV Storage

Pre-book your indoor heated storage with South Wharf! We’re thrilled to be opening our state-of-the-art, climate controlled facility capable of storing boats 50’ and under. This is one of New England’s largest indoor heated storage facilities, boasting 40,000 sq ft of secured climate-controlled space to keep your vessel protected and in superior condition out of the water. 

Click here to contact our Service team at South Wharf today to learn about Prebooking Storage Rates and service packages. 

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Home port is calling., please complete the form below for more information., client feedback, we love to hear from you, we loved everything about south wharf. the staff were welcoming and helpful. the marina is clean, quiet and in a beautiful location. restrooms are deluxe, with laundry in the building., we arrived with a small issue on our boat, their service department was able to take care of the problem same day. not to mention the amazing dockstaff to top it all off, honestly the nicest bathrooms and showers i have ever seen in a marina, we love staying here. short walk to quaint village with beautiful homes and great places to eat. marina has all of the amenities; nice clean bathrooms, laundry facilities and a full service yard. the dock staff are so friendly and willing to help with any request. this is definitely an annual stop for us, perhaps the best location in new england with easy access to everything from cape cod, the islands and newport. dartmouth is ma’s best kept secret sea town. good people, fast service and beautiful sunsets, we spent 2 nights at a slip which were sublime by all accounts. from the moment we received our welcome introduction which was notably authentic, professional and courteous to the shove off and good wishes jilani, the dockmaster, brings a new level of service and hospitality which we appreciated so much..

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Visit south wharf yacht yard & marina, one of new england's best kept secrets.

South Wharf boasts the muscle and know-how for hauling and launching just about any kind of yacht you can think of. Our state-of-the-art facilities include a 55-ton travel lift as well as winter storage making us the go-to location for boaters who care about how their boats are treated. South Wharf's factory-trained and certified technicians are experts in the installation and repair of marine electronics, inboard and outboard engines, electrical, heating, plumbing and A/C. We're also the authorized service dealer of Yamaha, Mercury, Volvo, Yanmar, Raymarine, Simrad, Garmin, B&G, Cummings, AB Inflatables and more and offer complete outfitting/repair and customization of sail and power vessels.

Contact us today, with any questions about your boating needs. We're here to help.

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Post by Team Dockwa - Published on 06/22/15 14:30 PM

Day trips are made easy because of the centralized location of the marina. There is no excuse for not taking the boat out for its daily adventure with Boston just 1 hour away and the Cape, Newport and Providence 30 minutes away. Not only is South Wharf Yacht Yard a marina, but it is also a certified service center that offers repairs and customization as well as many other services.

After a long day on the unforgiving ocean, a shower can really make the difference in starting to feel human again. Luckily, the South Wharf Yacht Yard offers upscale residential style shower facilities. Afterwards, enjoy yourself at the wonderful on-site restaurant and waterfront bar. The South Wharf Yacht Yard is full-service yard and marina, and is staffed with friendly and helpful professionals who are available to help you at any point along the way.

While you’re in town, consider renting a kayak or bike and exploring the breathtaking Dartmouth coastline. We recommend strolling over the bridge to The Bucket at Gulf Hill for their famous lobster rolls. For those making extended stays, there are many bed and breakfasts and house rentals awaiting your arrival!

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• Single/Double Kayak Rentals

Whether you’re looking to spend an hour, a day or a weekend on the water, you’ve come to the right place. Nauti Jane’s has Paddle Board, Kayak and Powerboats available for rent, as well as Pay-as-You-Go memberships available to Nauti Jane’s Boat Club. 

Nauti Jane’s operates from the docks at South Wharf Yacht Yard & Marina in the historic village of Padanaram, also known as “The Village” to locals in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Previously located and operated on Cape Cod at the Wequassett Resort in Harwich, Nauti Jane’s is now tucked away in Padanaram Harbor located in Buzzards Bay, bringing powerboat, kayak and paddle board rentals to the South Coast.

Our rentals include life jackets, paddles & basic safety instruction. Walk ins are welcome, but we do recommend making reservations to ensure equipment availability. All of our services are available to the general public. 

Come join us on the water with watercraft rentals, charters and more!

Rentals Include:

• Cobia Powerboat Rentals / 26′ x 30′
• Nauti Jane’s Boat Club Memberships
• Kayak Rentals – Single & Double

Weather permitting, we operate 7 days per week from May 22 through Columbus Day.

*We reserve the right to close for any portion of any day if weather conditions pose a safety risk for our customers or boats. Please call us before you stop by if the forecast calls for rain, heavier winds, fog or thunder storms.

*In some situations we may be able to accommodate nonseasonal requests with advance notice.

Monday: 8AM – 8PM

Tuesday: 8AM – 8PM

Wednesday: 8AM – 8PM

Thursday: 8AM – 8PM

Friday: 8AM – 8PM

Saturday: 8AM – 8PM

Sunday: 8AM – 8PM

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Nauti jane’s is one of three sister companies and shares its location with the other two – cape yachts and south wharf yacht yard & marina..

South Wharf Yacht Yard & Marina  offers extensive capabilities in yacht outfitting, re-construction, repair and customization. Capable of addressing most any marine repair or modification, South Wharf is best known for providing prompt, friendly and customer centric services. The state-of-the-art facility’s location is home to Nauti Jane’s. 

Cape Yachts  has been matching the right boat to the right family for over 30 years by providing exceptional new and brokerage inventory along with the advice, service and complete support to earn our clients trust and loyalty. Cape Yachts sells Beneteau sailboats and powerboats, as well as Hatteras, SOLACE, and True North yachts and much more.

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South Wharf offers 100 slips and can handle vessels up to 150 feet. The marina is conveniently located across Buzzards Bay from Cuttyhunk, in the middle of New England’s prime cruising and sailing grounds of Martha’s Vineyard, the Elizabeth Islands, and Nantucket. Rent a slip for the season or stop by for a few nights, there is plenty to do in the picturesque Village of Padanaram.

Transient Dockage Reservation At South Wharf, no one is a stranger to us. It’s why transient boaters have made us their home port away from home for years. For this reason, we encourage you to book early. We also accommodate yacht clubs and cruise groups at discounted rates. If you are a new guest, then please feel free to call us to ask any questions you may have. You’ll find a full range of services at the yard. If at any time we can be of assistance during your stay, please feel free to contact the dock master’s office.

Marina Amenities

• Quaint New England Village setting
• 100 Slips berthing up to 130′
• 30/50/100 amp power
• Deepwater access
• No overhead obstructions
• On-site security
• Upscale residential style shower facilities
• High-Speed WiFi
• Waterfront Bar & Restaurant on property
• Fuel and Pump-out services nearby
• Ice Machines
• Picnic area with gas grills

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