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
Who it suits This is a great choice for families or small groups wanting a relaxed, inland waterway experience rather than traditional sailing. If you're looking for a floating cottage to explore French rivers and canals at a leisurely pace, this ticks all the boxes.
Standout features The bow thruster is genuinely useful in tight locks and narrow stretches, while heating means you're not limited to summer months. Seven berths across three cabins gives decent flexibility, and the Bimini provides shade during long days on the water, essential for European summer cruising.
Value proposition At €2,556 per week with a modest €3,500 deposit, this represents solid value for a furnished, equipped houseboat that sleeps your whole party. You're paying for comfort and convenience rather than sailing performance, which is exactly what this vessel offers.
One honest note This is a 2007 build, so she's over 15 years old, nothing alarming for a houseboat, but expect occasional quirks with systems rather than pristine modern kit. Riverly's operator reputation matters here; confirm their maintenance standards and what's included in your rental before committing.
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The marina & destination
Based at Scey-sur-Saone, in Scey-sur-Saone-et-Saint-Albin, France. Pénichette Premium 6/7 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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