Testimonials
Carsten M. Steenberg
Marlene Plumley
Anne Arundel Dive Services
For over 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of serving Bert Jabin Yacht Yard —and I don’t say this lightly: they are among the most professionally run yards in my entire repertoire.
From the front office staff, to the yard crew, to Rod Jabin himself—BJYY sets the standard for what excellence looks like in this industry. It’s not just what they do… it’s how they do it. Consistency. Precision. Pride in their work. Every. Single. Day.
I’m proud to serve BJYY customers because I know they expect the best—and that aligns perfectly with how I run my own business.
So it came as no surprise (but absolutely well deserved) to see them recently recognized by Dragonfly Trimarans Northeast. When a company with decades of global experience says “no other yard comes close”—that says everything.
Since 1959, BJYY has grown from a simple plot on Back Creek into one of Annapolis’ premier full-service marinas—home to over 200 slips, a top-tier high & dry operation, and more than 25 marine service providers. But what truly sets them apart isn’t size—it’s their unwavering commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and environmental stewardship as a Certified Clean Marina.
They don’t just maintain boats.
They take care of people, teams, and the boating lifestyle we all love.
And I’m proud to be part of that ecosystem.
US Coast Guard Station Annapolis
Just wanted to say thank you for another smooth boat haul out from you and the team there at Bert Jabin. We truly appreciate working with you all.
Richard P.
Got hauled out here the other day, maybe the 30th haul out for me with a big boat and this is the first place that’s inspired me to leave a review. This is the most professionally run Yacht yard I’ve ever seen. The dock crew really knows what they’re doing, the grounds are immaculate, security is great, office staff responsive, owner and son watching everything, what more could you want, definitely going back.
Charles S.
I am new (2025/2026) to the Chesapeake area and have decided to make Jabin Yacht Yard my floating home away from home. The marina is clean, well maintained and staffed by skilled professionals. Rod Jabin is a wonderful ambassador for the yard. DJ (dock manager) and the front office staff made it easy to ‘move in.’
James S.
Professionally maintained. Easy access to the bay. Clean and comfortable. Small store and bathrooms and laundry available.
Bill W.
Most professional yard on the bay.
Paul J.
Very neat, professional and helpful.
Dave S.
I’m an experienced delivery skipper. I see a lot of yards and marinas. I don’t give out five stars lightly. Bert Jabin’s Yacht Yard is definitely deserving.
Rod Jabin, son of founder the late Bert, has been running BJYY for years. The caliber of his staff, skills, and attitudes speak to his leadership. Everyone I have dealt with from dockhands to Rod have been laser focused on customer service.
One interesting thing about Jabin’s is that they have picked their lane and stay in it. There are a lot of on-site service providers. BJYY focuses on slips, haul-out, dry stacks, and associated functions. Pretty much anything else you need is available but the yard itself provides the infrastructure.
It’s fantastic infrastructure.
Reasonable walking distance to groceries, West Marine, Fawcett, and True Value. Nearby Rocco’s Pizza delivers to boats. On-site cafe for breakfast and lunch. UPDATE 7/15/2025
Today the engine on a boat I was delivering overheated. While waiting for SeaTow I called Jabin’s for space to get serviced. They got us a place. Dockmaster DJ and team of dockhands met us in Back Creek and took over from the towboat and moved us with platinum level professionalism into our slip, even arranging the fenders. While this may seem trivial, all the cleat hitches were properly made and solid clove hitches on the fender whips. There aren’t many places where I completely trust the dock crew the way I do at Bert Jabin’s Yacht Yard.
I am a fan.
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