The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance. Cleaning, tourist tax, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are billed at the base — we confirm the full breakdown when you request a quote.
Available Weeks
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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)
Services & extras (optional)
Specifications & Equipment
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 couples who want a relaxed, inland waterway adventure without the sea. This 10-meter Pénichette houseboat suits pairs or small families wanting to explore French rivers and canals at a leisurely pace, think gentle cruising rather than sailing.
Standout comfort features include heating (essential for shoulder seasons), a bow thruster for easy maneuvering in tight locks, and a bimini for sun protection on those slower days. The electric toilet and refrigerator are practical touches for extended waterway stays where you're moored each night.
Solid value proposition at around €2,474 weekly, genuinely affordable for what you get, especially if you're splitting costs between two couples. The low €3,500 deposit is refreshingly accessible compared to larger sailing yachts.
One honest note: at 20+ years old, this boat will feel dated inside, and you're entirely dependent on inland waterway infrastructure (locks, moorings, facilities) rather than having open-water freedom. If you're flying long-haul expecting a "yacht experience," temper expectations, this is peaceful river cruising, full stop.
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The marina & destination
Based at Saint-Leger-sur-Dheune, in Saint-Leger-sur-Dheune, France. Pénichette Premium 4/5 Pers. is operated by Riverly.
12 Rue du Port
I don't have reliable information about a marina at Saint-Leger-sur-Dheune to write accurate copy for SailChecker clients. Saint-Leger-sur-Dheune is a small inland town on the Dheune river in Burgundy, France, and I cannot verify details about its marina facilities, water depth, charter availability, or typical week-1 cruising grounds without risking inaccuracy. For a destination summary, I would need to confirm: whether a functional charter marina exists there, what the Dheune river's navigability is like, and what realistic cruising grounds are reachable from that location in a week. Could you provide source information, or would you prefer I write for a different, well-established marina instead?
Frequently asked questions
Can Pénichette Premium 4/5 Pers. be rented with or without a skipper?
What sailing licence do I need to charter Pénichette Premium 4/5 Pers.?
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What additional costs should I expect at the base?
How does the security deposit work?
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