The showers are not air conditioned - but they are clean and in good repair so are certainly worth using. The Riteway on shore is small compared to the main stores in town, but is perfectly functional for most essentials. We have self provisioned only using that store before but choices are limited... it depends what your meal plan will be as to how useful you will find it. The base staff are INCREDIBLY helpful, I cant say enough good things about them - they will help you get off at the charter start in good time and their responsiveness when things go wrong is very good. Finally the BVIYC just across the street from the marina is the home of Sharkys Cantina which is excellent (and when we were there needed a reservation to secure the table you want). No club membership of the Yacht club necessary and great views over the SFD channel with good food and cocktails. Have fun!