Pénichette 1020 | Pénichette Premium 4/5 Pers.

Houseboat · Dompierre-sur-Besbre · Riverly

2 cab 5 berths 10.2m 2001
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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.
€3,500 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

Serenity package - 3 - 10 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€1,180 per rental optional
Wifi Unlimited
€55 per rental optional
Serenity+ package - 3 - one week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€1,150 per rental optional
Serenity+ package - 3 - weekend (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€720 per rental optional
Converter 12/220V
€15 per rental optional
Serenity package - 3 - weekend (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€500 per rental optional
Serenity package - 3 - two weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€1,620 per rental optional
Cleaning fee - 140
€140 per rental optional
Serenity package - 3 - one week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€850 per rental optional
Serenity package - 3 - 11 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€1,290 per rental optional
Parking (covered) - Dompierre - Unguarded - Weekly or more
€8 per day optional
Serenity+ package - 3 - three weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€2,690 per rental optional
Barbecue - Week or more
€7 per night optional
Wifi Unlimited short stay
€40 per rental optional
Bicycle (adult) - two weeks
€70 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
Parking (covered) - Dompierre - Unguarded - Short stay
€32 per rental optional
Wifi Unlimited long duration
€85 per rental optional
Damage waiver Gold option - 240
€240 per rental optional
Wifi Unlimited long stay
€70 per rental optional
Serenity+ package - 3 - mini week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€830 per rental optional
Serenity+ package - 3 - two weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€1,920 per rental optional
Cancellation insurance
Up to 7 days after reservation confirmation
Free optional
Bicycle (adult) - one week
€50 per week optional
Pet fee (per pet)
€50 per rental optional
Serenity+ package - 3 - 10 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€1,480 per rental optional
Serenity package - 3 - mini week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€600 per rental optional
Damage waiver Silver option - 140
€140 per rental optional
Serenity package - 3 - three weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€2,390 per rental optional
Serenity+ package - 3 - 11 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€1,590 per rental optional
Bicycle (adult) - 10 days
€65 per rental optional
2 Cabins
5 Berths
2 Toilets
10m Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length10.2m
Beam3.55m
Cabins2
Berths5
WC2
Year2001
TypeHouseboat
Deposit€3,500

Equipment (5 aboard · 47 not)

  • Heating
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric toilet
  • Bimini
  • Bow thruster
  • Air condition
  • Coffee maker
  • Ice maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer/Dryer
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Radio-CD 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
  • Sprayhood
  • Outboard engine
  • Rudder blades
  • Flybridge
  • Hydraulic gangway
  • Tender garage
  • Tenderlift platform
  • Swimming platform
  • Swimming pool
  • 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 families This Pénichette 1020 is an ideal choice for families or small groups wanting a relaxed inland waterway experience rather than coastal sailing. The 2-cabin layout sleeps up to five comfortably, making it excellent value for a week exploring rivers or canals in France or similar European networks.

Practical comfort features You get solid essentials here, heating and a fridge for longer cruises, plus a bow thruster that makes tight locks and moorings genuinely easier on a 10m houseboat. The bimini provides shade on sunny days, which matters when you're cruising at 6 knots without much breeze to keep you cool.

Good-value proposition At this price point with a €3,500 deposit, you're looking at a budget-friendly week on the water for a group; the running costs on these vessels are typically lower than traditional sailboats because fuel consumption is modest. For families flying in from the US or UK, inland waterway holidays eliminate navigation stress and offer safe, scenic cruising.

One honest note: The 2001 build age means systems will need occasional TLC, nothing alarming, but budget for the possibility of minor repairs during your charter rather than expecting pristine 2020s-spec condition. Always confirm the exact base location with Riverly, as charter logistics from your arrival airport will depend entirely on whether you're looking at the Loire, Burgundy, or another region.

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The marina & destination

Based at Dompierre-sur-Besbre, in Dompierre-sur-Besbre, France. Pénichette Premium 4/5 Pers. is operated by Riverly.

Frequently asked questions
Can Pénichette Premium 4/5 Pers. be rented with or without a skipper?
You can charter Pénichette Premium 4/5 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 Pénichette Premium 4/5 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.
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