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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.
€3,000
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
Bicycle (adult) - Short stay
€25
per rental
optional
Barbecue - Week or more
€7
per night
optional
Damage waiver Gold option - 240
€240
per rental
optional
Parking (covered) - Argens - Unguarded - Short stay
€32
per rental
optional
Converter 12/220V
€15
per rental
optional
Barbecue - short stay
€35
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 - 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 - two weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€1,620
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 3 - weekend (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€500
per rental
optional
Cleaning fee - 140
€140
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - 10 days
€65
per rental
optional
Wifi Unlimited short stay
€40
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
Wifi Unlimited long stay
€70
per rental
optional
Wifi Unlimited long duration
€85
per rental
optional
Damage waiver Silver option - 140
€140
per rental
optional
Parking - Argens - Unguarded - Short stay
€24
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
Parking (covered) - Argens - Unguarded - Weekly or more
€8
per day
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
Parking - Argens - Unguarded - Week or more
Ungarded
€6
per night
optional
Serenity package - 3 - 11 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€1,290
per rental
optional
Paddle Board Lattes
€120
per rental
optional
Deck Matress
€15
per rental
optional
Parking - Lattes - Unguarded - Short stay
€24
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
Cancellation insurance
Up to 7 days after reservation confirmation
Free
optional
Parking - Négra - Unguarded - Week or more
Ungarded
€6
per night
optional
Parking - Négra - Unguarded - Short stay
€24
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
Serenity package - 3 - mini week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€600
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - one week
€50
per week
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
Parking - Lattes - Unguarded - Week or more
Ungarded
€6
per night
optional
Pet fee (per pet)
€50
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - two weeks
€70
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - 11 days
€70
per rental
optional
Wifi Unlimited
€55
per rental
optional
2
Cabins
6
Berths
2
Toilets
11m
Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length11.2m
Beam3.85m
Cabins2
Berths6
WC2
Year1992
TypeHouseboat
Deposit€3,000
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
A budget-friendly barge This 1992 Pénichette is a practical choice for groups of four to six wanting an affordable European waterway holiday without the sailing commitment. It's a traditional Dutch-style houseboat designed for inland canal systems, not coastal cruising.
What works well The two-cabin layout sleeps up to six, making it decent value for a larger family or friends sharing costs. Essential comfort gear like heating, a fridge, and electric toilet are all included—practical touches for canal cruising where you'll spend time moored or moving slowly between locks.
Real value consideration At this price point with a modest €3,000 deposit, you're getting honest, no-frills accommodation on the water. Compare this against hotel rates for six people across multiple nights in a European destination, and the math works—especially if you're chartering a week or longer.
Age caveat worth noting She's over 30 years old, which is typical for this charter fleet, but older vessels can mean more frequent maintenance hiccups and less predictable comfort. Before booking, confirm current condition reports and ask Riverly about recent refits—a 1992 barge in good shape is fine; a neglected one becomes a hassle on your holiday.
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The SailChecker View
The marina & destination
Based at Argens-Minervois, in Argens-Minervois, France. Pénichette Comfort 4/6 Pers. is operated by Riverly.
Frequently asked questions
Can Pénichette Comfort 4/6 Pers. be rented with or without a skipper?
You can charter Pénichette Comfort 4/6 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 Comfort 4/6 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.