Famous Lake Ontario Marina Totally Refurbished

Crate Marine Sign

 

June 28, 2018

Crate Marine Belleville entrance from Dundas Street in Belleville.

Fourth generation marina operator Ryan Crate has almost totally refurbished Crate Marine Belleville over the past five years and the facility is now in full operation with three top service technicians including both Mercury and Volvo specialists, an on-site canvas shop, over 200 slips and more planned in the coming year.

Crate Marine Belleville is in an ideal sheltered area that is within easy walking distance of downtown Belleville, the Farmer’s Market, dining and shopping.

The property was formerly Morch Marine in Belleville. The old buildings were taken down and the clean and attractive new facilities were built. There is also a partnership with the adjacent Travel Lodge Hotel. Marina customers can take the walking path over to use the pool, tennis courts and guest rooms at a special rate.

Ryan Crates Owner Ryan Crate in the chandlery at Crate Marine Belleville.

Look for a detailed Marina review in an upcoming issue of Canadian Yachting magazine.

-AA

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