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.
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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
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Perfect for groups This 14-metre houseboat sleeps up to 9 people across 4 cabins, making it ideal for multi-family holidays or friends wanting to share costs on inland waterways. The all-inclusive price at €3,087 per week is genuinely competitive for a vessel this size.
Practical comfort features You get essentials like heating (useful for shoulder seasons), a bow thruster for easier maneuvering in tight spots, and a bimini for sun protection. The electric toilet and refrigerator are standard, though don't expect luxury, this is functional space, not a floating resort.
Good value proposition At under €350 per person per week for a 9-berth hire, the economics work well for larger groups. The modest €3,000 deposit is refreshingly reasonable compared to many charter operators.
Age is the honest caveat At 22 years old, this vessel is well-maintained but older, you may notice wear on soft furnishings and some systems. If you're sensitive to that, budget a bit mentally for a boat that's loved but not brand-new, though the core mechanics should be reliable for inland cruising.
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The marina & destination
Based at Corbigny, in Corbigny, France. Pénichette Comfort 8/9 Pers. is operated by Riverly.
Corbigny is a working town marina on the Yonne River in Burgundy, offering direct access to the Nivernais Canal and interconnected waterway network; week one typically involves cruising south toward Auxerre or north toward the Seine, with gentle lock-to-lock progression through vineyard landscapes. The canal system here suits operators comfortable with multiple daily locks and lower speeds (4 knots typical), making it ideal for those prioritizing landscape and wine-region stops over coastal sailing. Most week-one routes cover 40-60 km, allowing time to explore Auxerre, Chablis wine villages, or venture toward the Burgundy Canal network without rushing.
Frequently asked questions
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