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 (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
Perfect for families This 1992 Pénichette houseboat is ideal for families or small groups wanting a relaxed inland waterway experience without the learning curve of sailing. At 11.2 metres with two cabins and sleeping for six, it's comfortable for two couples or a family with children.
Practical river living You get essentials like heating (useful for shoulder seasons), a proper refrigerator, and an electric toilet, no composting or pump-out hassles. The Pénichette brand is well-established on European inland waterways, so handling the boat is straightforward and the vessel is reliable for canal cruising.
Excellent value proposition At €1,715 per week with only a €3,000 deposit, this offers genuine affordability for a week-long waterway adventure, especially compared to sea-going yacht charters. You're paying for simplicity and access to Europe's canal network rather than luxury.
One honest note: She's 32 years old, so while functional, don't expect modern finishes or cutting-edge comfort, think sturdy and practical rather than contemporary. If your base location involves a long transfer from a major international airport (which many inland waterway bases do), factor in that ground logistics time when booking your connecting flight.
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The marina & destination
Based at Scey-sur-Saone, in Scey-sur-Saone-et-Saint-Albin, France. Pénichette Comfort 4/6 Pers. is operated by Riverly.
Scey-sur-Saône is an inland marina on the Saône River in eastern France, offering access to a network of connected waterways rather than coastal cruising. Week 1 typically involves cruising the Saône south toward Lyon, passing through a series of locks and exploring the Burgundy canal system; this suits sailors seeking a leisurely pace and French riverine villages rather than open-water sailing. The location works best for clients comfortable with river navigation and lock procedures, as the Saône connects to the Rhône and Doubs rivers for varied week-one itineraries.
Frequently asked questions
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