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What you'll pay
Charter pricing is famously opaque. Here's everything the operator will charge — mandatory items paid at the base, plus optional add-ons you can opt into.
Paid at the base (mandatory)
Bed linen
Included
mandatory
Navigation instruction
Included
mandatory
Refundable security deposit
Held at check-in (card pre-auth or bank transfer), refunded after charter if the yacht is returned without damage. Deposit-waiver insurance is one of the optional extras below — reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.
€2,500
refundable
mandatory
Services & extras (optional)
Serenity package - 2 - 10 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€1,040
per rental
optional
Wifi Unlimited
€55
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 2 - mini week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€550
per rental
optional
Converter 12/220V
€15
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 2 - weekend (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€690
per rental
optional
Swimming Pool Port Lauragais - week and longer
A valid inland boating licence is nécessary if the boat is 13m or longer.
€45
per day
optional
Barbecue - Week or more
€7
per night
optional
Wifi Unlimited short stay
€40
per rental
optional
Parking - Le Somail - Unguarded - Week or more
Ungarded
€6
per night
optional
Parking - Le Somail - Unguarded - Short stay
€24
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 2 - one week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€770
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - two weeks
€70
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 2 - three weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€2,440
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - Short stay
€25
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - 11 days
€70
per rental
optional
Barbecue - short stay
€35
per rental
optional
Deck Matress
€15
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 2 - weekend (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€470
per rental
optional
Wifi Unlimited long duration
€85
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 2 - 11 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€1,470
per rental
optional
Damage waiver Gold option - 240
€240
per rental
optional
Wifi Unlimited long stay
€70
per rental
optional
Cleaning fee - 130
€130
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 2 - one week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€1,070
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 2 - mini week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€780
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 2 - two weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€1,400
per rental
optional
Cancellation insurance
Up to 7 days after reservation confirmation
Free
optional
Serenity package - 2 - 11 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€1,130
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 2 - 10 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€1,370
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - one week
€50
per week
optional
Pet fee (per pet)
€50
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 2 - two weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€1,740
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 2 - three weeks (services included : Cleaning, diesel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€2,030
per rental
optional
Damage waiver Silver option - 140
€140
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - 10 days
€65
per rental
optional
1
Cabin
4
Berths
1
Toilet
8m
Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length8.85m
Beam3.4m
Cabins1
Berths4
WC1
Year2016
TypeMotor boat
Deposit€2,500
Equipment (5 aboard · 47 not)
- Heating
- Refrigerator
- Radio-CD player
- Electric toilet
- Swimming pool
- Air condition
- Coffee maker
- Ice maker
- Dishwasher
- Washer/Dryer
- TV
- DVD player
- Cockpit speakers
- Game console
- Wi-Fi & Internet
- Convertible table
- Cockpit cushions
- Generator
- Solar Panels
- Inverter
- Water maker
- Holding tank
- Autopilot
- Outside Steering Position
- Chart plotter
- Chart plotter in cockpit
- Radar
- Spinnaker
- Gennaker
- Racing sails
- Lazy jack
- Lazy bag
- Electric winches
- Bimini
- Sprayhood
- Bow thruster
- Outboard engine
- Rudder blades
- Flybridge
- Hydraulic gangway
- Tender garage
- Tenderlift platform
- Swimming platform
- Underwater lights
- Teak Cockpit
- Teak deck
- Railing net
- Barbecue grill in cockpit
- Dinghy
- Diving equipment
- Snorkeling equipment
- Stand up paddle
SailChecker Expert View
Perfect for couples who want a motorboat experience without the complexity of sailing. The 1-cabin, 4-berth layout works best as a floating cottage for two people, though it can squeeze in friends or family for shorter trips.
Comfort-focused features make this boat stand out for inland cruising. Heating and a proper refrigerator are genuinely useful on European river systems, and the electric toilet removes one major hassle of small-boat life that puts many people off.
Solid value proposition for a 2016 Nicols with these amenities and the €2,500 deposit is reasonable. Motor boats on European waterways tend to be well-maintained and straightforward to operate, so running costs stay predictable compared to sailing yachts.
One honest note: The 8.8m length means tight quarters if all four berths fill up, this is genuinely a 2-person boat with guest capacity, not a comfortable 4-person vessel. Also, we'd need to know the charter base location to advise on your airport transfer time, which matters for international travellers flying in.
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The marina & destination
Based at Port Lauragais, in Avignonet-Lauragais, France. Cruiser Comfort XL 2/4 Pers. is operated by Riverly.
Frequently asked questions
Can Cruiser Comfort XL 2/4 Pers. be rented with or without a skipper?
You can charter Cruiser Comfort XL 2/4 Pers. bareboat (you skipper) if you hold the relevant sailing licence, or hire a professional skipper alongside the yacht. The choice is yours when you request the quote.
What sailing licence do I need to charter Cruiser Comfort XL 2/4 Pers.?
Bareboat charter typically requires a recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus a VHF radio licence. The exact requirements depend on the country of charter — we confirm with the operator when you enquire.
What's included in the charter price?
The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance for the dates booked. Tourist tax, transit log (final cleaning + bed linen), fuel, food, marina fees during the trip, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are normally extra and paid at the base.
What additional costs should I expect at the base?
Typical mandatory extras are the transit log (often €200–€350), tourist tax (a small per-person-per-day fee), and a refundable security deposit (often €1,500–€5,000 depending on the yacht). Optional extras like a skipper, hostess, paddle board, or early check-in are listed on the quote.
How does the security deposit work?
The deposit is held by the operator at check-in (usually card pre-authorisation) and refunded after check-out if the yacht is returned without damage. Many operators offer a deposit-waiver insurance product that reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.
Can I cancel my charter booking?
Cancellation terms vary by operator. Most allow cancellation with a full refund if requested more than 60–90 days before the start date, with progressive penalties closer to departure. Some operators offer a flexible-cancellation insurance product when you book.
Is the yacht insured?
Yes — every yacht is insured by the operator against damage and third-party liability. The insurance covers the yacht itself; personal effects and trip cancellation are not covered and are worth insuring separately.
What documents do I need to bring?
You'll need your passport, sailing licence (if chartering bareboat), VHF radio licence, and proof of payment. The operator will send a check-in form ahead of time covering crew details and any special requests.
What payment methods are accepted?
Charter fees are normally paid by bank transfer in advance (often a 50% deposit at booking, balance 30 days before charter). On-base extras are usually paid by card or in cash.