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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 - 4 - one week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€1,260
per rental
optional
Parking - Buzet - Unguarded - Week or more
Ungarded
€6
per night
optional
Wifi Unlimited
€55
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 4 - three weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€2,470
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 4 - 11 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver; 1 bike)
€1,370
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 4 - weekend (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€550
per rental
optional
Converter 12/220V
€15
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 4 - two weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€1,700
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 4 - three weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€2,940
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
Cleaning fee - 150
€150
per rental
optional
Barbecue - short stay
€35
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 4 - weekend (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€790
per rental
optional
Deck Matress
€15
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 4 - 11 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€1,740
per rental
optional
Wifi Unlimited long duration
€85
per rental
optional
Wifi Unlimited long stay
€70
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 4 - one week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€930
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 4 - mini week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€900
per rental
optional
Cancellation insurance
Up to 7 days after reservation confirmation
Free
optional
Serenity+ package - 4 - two weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€2,100
per rental
optional
Serenity+ package - 4 - 10 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)
€1,620
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - one week
€50
per week
optional
Damage waiver Gold option - 280
€280
per rental
optional
Pet fee (per pet)
€50
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 4 - mini week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€660
per rental
optional
Parking - Buzet - Unguarded - Short stay
€24
per rental
optional
Serenity package - 4 - 10 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)
€1,260
per rental
optional
Damage waiver Silver option - 180
€180
per rental
optional
Bicycle (adult) - 10 days
€65
per rental
optional
3
Cabins
7
Berths
3
Toilets
11m
Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length11.8m
Beam3.85m
Cabins3
Berths7
WC3
Year2005
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 11.8m houseboat is ideal for groups or families wanting a relaxed inland waterway holiday rather than open-water sailing. With three cabins sleeping up to seven, it's spacious enough for multigenerational trips without feeling cramped.
Standout comfort features The heating and electric toilet are genuine conveniences on European river cruises, and the bow thruster makes handling in tight locks and marinas genuinely easier for less experienced skippers. A bimini top keeps the sun off during long summer days on the water.
Solid value proposition At €3,500 deposit for a 2005 boat, this sits in the honest mid-range for continental houseboat charters—you're paying for practicality and space rather than luxury. This works well if your priority is comfortable living quarters and exploring waterways at a gentle pace.
One realistic note Being a 2005 houseboat, expect charming rather than pristine interiors, and river cruising requires patience with lock systems and shallow-water navigation. If you're hoping for Mediterranean-style yacht glamour, this is the opposite—but if you want to meander French canals or Dutch rivers with friends, it delivers exactly that.
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The marina & destination
Based at Buzet-sur-Baïse, in Buzet-sur-Baïse, France. Pénichette Premium 6/7 Pers. is operated by Riverly.
Frequently asked questions
Can Pénichette Premium 6/7 Pers. be rented with or without a skipper?
You can charter Pénichette Premium 6/7 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 6/7 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.