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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 (3 aboard · 49 not)
- Heating
- Refrigerator
- Electric toilet
- 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
- Bimini
- Sprayhood
- Bow thruster
- 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
Who it suits: This is a great choice for families or groups of up to seven seeking a relaxed inland waterway experience rather than coastal sailing. If you want an affordable, no-fuss houseboat charter with genuine French river character, this classic vessel delivers exactly that.
Standout features: At 11 metres with two cabins and heating included, it's comfortable for mixed-age groups navigating France's canals and rivers at a leisurely pace. The electric toilet and refrigerator are practical essentials, and a 1984 classic offers authentic charm without breaking the bank.
Value for money: With a modest €2,500 deposit and Riverly's established reputation for inland charters, this represents solid value for a week exploring picturesque waterways, ideal if you're flying in from the US, UK, or mainland Europe and want straightforward, affordable river relaxation.
One honest note: As a 40-year-old vessel, expect a houseboat that's functional rather than luxury; interiors will feel dated, and you'll want realistic expectations about amenities. Check Riverly's exact base location and transfer times from your arrival airport before booking, as inland charter bases can require longer ground transfers than coastal marinas.
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The marina & destination
Based at Joigny, in Joigny, France. Pénichette Classic 4/7 Pers. is operated by Riverly.
Joigny sits on the Yonne River in Burgundy, offering access to the quieter inland waterway network south towards Auxerre and the Nivernais Canal. From here, week 1 charters typically explore the locks and rural countryside of the Burgundy Canal system, with easy day-hops between small towns and wine villages. This is a low-speed, low-wind cruising ground best suited to clients seeking leisurely inland navigation rather than sailing; expect 4-5 knot cruising speeds and lock transits as the rhythm of your holiday.
Frequently asked questions
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