Windward at Amelia Island Marina

Formerly Amelia Island Yacht Basin – Now Windward Marina Group

Full-Service Marina – 130-132 Wet Slips – 50-Ton Travel Lift – Kitchen 251 Restaurant – ICW Mile Marker 720.6

Windward at Amelia Island Marina (formerly Amelia Island Yacht Basin) is North Florida’s premier full-service yacht marina located at 251 Creekside Drive in Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 (N 30° 37.900′ / W 081° 28.700′), positioned approximately 4.5 miles south of St. Mary’s Inlet on the east side of the Intracoastal Waterway at ICW Mile Marker 720.6 (just south of day marker 13 and immediately north of the twin-span A1A fixed bridge), featuring 130-132 total wet slips accommodating vessels up to 100-110 feet LOA with maximum 17-foot beam, 3 dedicated transient slips, floating dock system, 7.0-foot approach and dockside depth with 6.0-foot tide range, 115-foot bulkhead length, protected location off main waterway accessed by channel offering approximate depths of 3 feet (mean low tide) to 11 feet (mean high tide), professional Windward Marina Group management since acquisition, General Manager and Dockmaster Jamie Smith, full-service boatyard with 50-ton travel lift (60-foot max length, 17-foot max beam), Master-certified Yamaha technicians with extensive parts department for all engine and boat service needs, fuel dock with gas and diesel, fully stocked ship’s store, shower and laundry facilities (pay), pumpout station, free WiFi internet, on-site Kitchen 251 restaurant (fresh catch, Southern comfort, dog-friendly dockside dining), courtesy car for exploring Amelia Island, pet-friendly accommodations, VHF monitoring Channel 16 (working Channel 72), office hours 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily, payment via Visa/MasterCard/Discover/Amex/Cash, daily transient rate $2.50-$3.00 per foot, weekly $12.00 per foot, monthly $21.50 per foot, annual $19.50 per foot (2024-2025 rates; subject to change), 30 AMP power $9.50/day or $65/month, 50 AMP power $12/day or $88/month, haulout $15/foot, pressure wash $3/foot, blocking $3/foot, labor rate $97.50/hour, and easy access to 13 miles of pristine Amelia Island beaches, historic downtown Centre Street Fernandina Beach, Fort Clinch State Park, premier golf courses, and Atlantic Ocean adventures.

This premier North Florida facility—managed by the professional Windward Marina Group network—combines comprehensive full-service marina infrastructure with established Amelia Island heritage and first-class resort island setting, making it ideal for boaters seeking protected ICW moorage, professional boatyard services with 50-ton lift, Master-certified Yamaha engine expertise, transient and long-term dockage, on-site waterfront dining at Kitchen 251, and gateway access to Amelia Island’s beaches, historic downtown, and refined East Coast atmosphere. Windward at Amelia Island Marina’s comprehensive operations, 50-ton travel lift, Master Yamaha certification, and Windward Group professional management make it North Florida’s premier full-service yacht basin destination.

Marina Overview & Location

Contact:

Phone: (904) 277-4615
Former Phone: (904) 261-5800 (old Yacht Basin number)
Email: [email protected]
Website: ameliaislandmarina.com
Reservations: Available on Dockwa
VHF: Monitored 16 | Working 72
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily (open 7 days)
General Manager: Jamie Smith
Dockmaster: Jamie Smith

Location:

ICW Mile Marker: 720.6 (statute mile 721)
Body of Water: AIWW, Amelia River
Position: Approximately 5 miles south of St. Mary’s Inlet
Access: East side of ICW, just south of day marker 13, immediately north of twin-span A1A fixed bridge
Protected Location: Off main waterway; accessed by channel with 3 ft (MLW) to 11 ft (MHW) depths
Type: Full-service marina with boatyard
Management: Windward Marina Group (acquired former Amelia Island Yacht Basin)

Windward at Amelia Island Marina – Fernandina Beach

Address

251 Creekside Drive
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, United States

Phone

(904) 277-4615

VHF Radio

911 or Coast Guard Channel 16

130-132 Wet Slips – Up to 110 Feet

Comprehensive Moorage Capacity

Slip Specifications

Total Capacity:

130-132 total wet slips – Substantial capacity for long and short-term stays
Largest vessel: 100-110 feet LOA
Maximum beam: 17 feet
Transient slips: 3 dedicated slips
Dock type: Floating docks
Bulkhead length: 115 feet
Slip sizes: 20-110 feet (various configurations)

Example Dock Layouts:

Dock B: 20-46 foot slips
Dock F: 21-30 foot slips
Multiple docks with various slip sizes

Depth & Navigation

Water Depths:

Approach depth: 7.0 feet
Dockside depth: 7.0 feet
Tide range: 6.0 feet
Channel depths: 3 feet (mean low tide) to 11 feet (mean high tide)
Protected from main waterway – Accessed by channel

Slip Rates & Dockage (2024-2025)

Competitive North Florida Pricing

Transient & Long-Term Rates:

Daily: $2.50-$3.00 per foot
Weekly: $12.00 per foot
Monthly: $21.50 per foot
Annual: $19.50 per foot

Electrical Service:

30 AMP: $9.50 per day or $65.00 per month
50 AMP: $12.00 per day or $88.00 per month
No 15/20/100/200+ AMP available

Payment Methods: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Amex, Cash

Important: Call ahead to confirm current rates as prices are always subject to change. Reserve on Dockwa.

Full-Service Boatyard – 50-Ton Travel Lift

Comprehensive Repair & Maintenance

Haulout Capabilities

50-Ton Travel Lift:

Capacity: 50 tons maximum
Maximum length: 60 feet
Maximum beam: 17 feet
Haulout price: $15.00 per foot
Pressure wash: $3.00 per foot
Blocking: $3.00 per foot
Labor rate: $97.50 per hour

Repair Services

Professional Capabilities:

Hull repair – Professional fiberglass and composite work
Engine service – All makes and models
Master-certified Yamaha technicians – Factory-trained expertise
Extensive parts department – Quick turnaround on repairs
Propeller service – Professional prop work
Mechanical systems – Complete boat maintenance
Electrical systems – Professional diagnostics and repair
Bottom painting – Antifouling services

Fuel Dock

Gas & Diesel Available

Fuel Services:

Gasoline – Premium marine gas
Diesel – Marine diesel fuel
Professional attendants – Expert service
Last fuel update: April 23, 2025
Call for current prices – Subject to change

Amenities & Facilities

Complete Marina Services

On-Site Amenities

Boater Essentials:

Free WiFi – High-speed internet throughout marina
Dockside water – Fresh water at all slips
Pumpout station – Convenient sanitation
Restrooms – Clean facilities
Showers – Hot water showers
Laundry – Pay laundry facilities
Ice – Available for purchase
Ship store – Fully stocked with marine supplies
Snacks – Convenience items available
Pet-friendly – Pets welcome
Security – Professional oversight
Trash disposal – Convenient waste management

Transportation

Guest Transportation:

Courtesy car – Explore Amelia Island
Taxi/Uber/Lyft – Ride services available
Walking distance – To some local amenities

Kitchen 251 Restaurant

On-Site Dockside Dining

Kitchen 251 Features:

Fresh catch – Local seafood specialties
Southern comfort food – Regional favorites
Laid-back deck – Overlooking marina slips
Dog-friendly – Pets welcome on deck
Boater-loved – Popular with marina guests
Good vibes – Relaxed atmosphere
“The kind of place you’ll want to linger”
Dockside dining – Steps from your boat

Windward at Amelia Island Marina

Nearby Attractions & Services

Amelia Island & Fernandina Beach

On-Site & Nearby (0.20-1.00 miles)

Immediate Area:

Kitchen 251 restaurant – On-site
Marine store – On-site ship’s store
ATM/Bank – 0.20 miles
Liquor store – 0.20 miles
Hardware – 0.20 miles
FedEx/UPS – 0.50 miles
Grocery – 0.50 miles (Publix nearby)
Doctor – 0.50 miles
Restaurants – 1.00 mile
Shopping – 1.00 mile
Pharmacy – 1.00 miles
Hotel – 1.00 mile
Dentist – 1.00 mile

Amelia Island Attractions (1.5-5 miles)

Recreation & Culture:

13 miles of pristine beaches – 1.50 miles to beach access
Historic downtown Centre Street Fernandina Beach – Charming shops, galleries, restaurants
Fort Clinch State Park – Historic Civil War-era fort and nature trails
Dry cleaner – 2.00 miles
Fitness center – 2.00 miles
Golf courses – 2.00 miles (premier 18-hole courses)
Tennis – 2.00 miles
Veterinarian – 2.00 miles
Post office – 4.00 miles
Hospital – 5.00 miles

Jacksonville Airport

35 miles – Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Car rental – Available at airport

Amelia Island Boat Club & Boat Sales

On-Site Boat Services

Co-Located Businesses at 251 Creekside Drive:

Amelia Boat Club and Rentals – Local and veteran-owned boat club
Amelia Island Boat Sales – Authorized boat dealership
Yamaha dealership – Factory-authorized sales and service
Boat rentals – Day rentals available
Follow That Dream Sailing – Sailing charters
Pipe Dream Charters – Fishing and sightseeing

Windward Marina Group Network

Professional Management Standards

Part of Windward Marina Group:

14 marinas across Florida network
3,013 total berths system-wide
Family-owned Florida company
Consistent quality standards – Professional management
Streamlined services – Efficient operations
Expert service partners – Quality vendor relationships
Well-maintained facilities – Professional upkeep
“Windward isn’t just a place to dock, it’s a place to belong”

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Common Services Available

Marina operations – Professional coordination
50-ton travel lift – Haulout services up to 60 feet
Master-certified Yamaha service – Factory-trained technicians
Engine specialists – All makes and models beyond Yamaha
Hull repair – Professional fiberglass work
Bottom painting – Antifouling and maintenance
Propeller service – Professional prop work
Detailing – Professional cleaning and polishing
Electronics – Modern navigation and communication
Mechanical systems – All boat systems
Provisioning – Nearby grocery and marine supplies
ICW navigation – Local expertise
Amelia Island guidance – Local knowledge

Marina Specifications

Category	Details
Current Name	Windward at Amelia Island Marina (formerly Amelia Island Yacht Basin)
Slips	130-132 wet slips; Up to 110 ft LOA; Max beam 17 ft; 3 transient slips; Floating docks
Depth	7.0 ft approach/dockside; 6.0 ft tide range; Channel 3 ft (MLW) to 11 ft (MHW)
Rates (2024-2025)	Daily $2.50-$3/ft; Weekly $12/ft; Monthly $21.50/ft; Annual $19.50/ft; 30A $9.50/day; 50A $12/day
Travel Lift	50-ton max; 60 ft max length; 17 ft max beam; Haulout $15/ft; Pressure wash $3/ft; Labor $97.50/hr
Engine Service	Master-certified Yamaha technicians; Extensive parts department; All makes and models
Fuel	Gas and diesel; Professional attendants; Call for current prices
Amenities	Free WiFi; Restrooms/showers; Pay laundry; Pumpout; Ice; Ship store; Pet-friendly; Courtesy car
Restaurant	Kitchen 251 on-site; Fresh catch; Southern comfort; Dog-friendly dockside dining
Location	251 Creekside Dr, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034; ICW MM 720.6; 4.5 mi south St. Mary’s Inlet
Management	Windward Marina Group; GM/Dockmaster Jamie Smith; 904-277-4615; [email protected]
Hours	8 AM-5 PM daily; VHF 16/72; Reserve on Dockwa; Visa/MC/Disc/Amex/Cash
Nearby	13 mi beaches (1.5 mi); Historic downtown Fernandina; Fort Clinch; Golf; 35 mi to JAX airport

Why Choose Windward at Amelia Island Marina?

North Florida’s Premier Full-Service Yacht Basin Since Windward Acquisition

130-132 Wet Slips: Up to 110 ft; 3 transient; Floating docks; 7 ft depth; Protected off main ICW
50-Ton Travel Lift: 60 ft max length; 17 ft max beam; Full boatyard; $15/ft haulout
Master-Certified Yamaha Technicians: Factory-trained; Extensive parts; All engine service needs
Competitive Rates: Daily $2.50-$3/ft; Monthly $21.50/ft; Annual $19.50/ft; 30A $9.50/day; 50A $12/day
Kitchen 251 On-Site: Fresh catch; Southern comfort; Dog-friendly dockside dining; Boater-loved
ICW Mile Marker 720.6: 4.5 mi south St. Mary’s Inlet; Just south day marker 13; North of A1A bridge
Free WiFi Throughout: High-speed internet; Restrooms/showers; Pay laundry; Pumpout; Ship store
Fuel Dock: Gas and diesel; Professional attendants; Convenient refueling
Pet-Friendly: Pets welcome throughout marina and Kitchen 251 restaurant deck
Courtesy Car: Explore 13 miles pristine Amelia Island beaches; Historic downtown Fernandina
Windward Marina Group: Professional network management; 14 marinas; Consistent quality standards
Reserve on Dockwa: Easy online booking; VHF 16/72; Jamie Smith GM/Dockmaster; 904-277-4615
Fort Clinch & Golf: Historic state park nearby; Premier golf courses; Tennis; Fitness
Grocery & Services: 0.50 mi Publix; Marine store on-site; Hardware 0.20 mi; JAX airport 35 mi
Hull/Prop/Mechanical: Professional repair; $97.50/hr labor; Pressure wash $3/ft; Bottom painting
First-Class Resort Island: Refined, relaxing East Coast atmosphere; Gateway to Amelia Island adventures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current name of this marina?

Windward at Amelia Island Marina (formerly Amelia Island Yacht Basin). The facility was acquired by Windward Marina Group and rebranded.

How many slips does the marina have?

130-132 total wet slips accommodating vessels up to 100-110 feet with 3 dedicated transient slips. Floating dock system with various slip sizes from 20-110 feet.

What are the current dockage rates?

Daily $2.50-$3.00/ft, Weekly $12/ft, Monthly $21.50/ft, Annual $19.50/ft. Electrical: 30A $9.50/day or $65/month; 50A $12/day or $88/month. Rates are 2024-2025 and subject to change—call ahead (904) 277-4615.

Is there a travel lift and boatyard?

Yes, full-service boatyard with 50-ton travel lift (60-foot max length, 17-foot max beam). Haulout $15/ft, pressure wash $3/ft, blocking $3/ft, labor $97.50/hr. Hull, engine, and propeller repair available.

Are there Master-certified Yamaha technicians?

Yes, the marina has Master-certified Yamaha technicians with an extensive parts department. They can handle all engine and boat service needs for Yamaha and other brands.

Is there an on-site restaurant?

Yes, Kitchen 251 offers fresh catch, Southern comfort food, and a laid-back dog-friendly deck overlooking the marina slips. Popular with boaters.

What’s the location on the ICW?

ICW Mile Marker 720.6 (statute mile 721), approximately 4.5 miles south of St. Mary’s Inlet on the east side of the ICW, just south of day marker 13 and immediately north of the A1A twin-span fixed bridge.

Is transient dockage available?

Yes, 3 dedicated transient slips with daily rate $2.50-$3.00 per foot. Reserve on Dockwa or call ahead (904) 277-4615.

What’s nearby?

Historic downtown Centre Street Fernandina Beach, 13 miles of pristine beaches (1.5 mi), Fort Clinch State Park, premier golf courses, grocery 0.50 miles, and Jacksonville airport 35 miles. Courtesy car available for exploring.

Contact Information

Windward at Amelia Island Marina
(Formerly Amelia Island Yacht Basin)
251 Creekside Drive
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, United States
Coordinates: N 30° 37.900′ / W 081° 28.700′
Phone: (904) 277-4615
Email: [email protected]
Website: ameliaislandmarina.com
Reservations: Available on Dockwa
VHF: Monitored 16 | Working 72
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
General Manager/Dockmaster: Jamie Smith
Management: Windward Marina Group
Slips: 130-132 wet slips (up to 110 ft)
Transient: 3 slips ($2.50-$3/ft daily)
Travel Lift: 50-ton (60 ft max, 17 ft beam)
Fuel: Gas and diesel
Restaurant: Kitchen 251 on-site
ICW Location: Mile Marker 720.6; 4.5 mi south St. Mary’s Inlet
Payment: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Amex, Cash
Emergency: 911 or Coast Guard Channel 16

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Windward at Amelia Island Marina – North Florida’s Premier Full-Service Yacht Basin – 130 Slips – 50-Ton Travel Lift – Master Yamaha Service – Kitchen 251 Restaurant (Formerly Amelia Island Yacht Basin)