Pénichette 1500R | Pénichette Comfort 8/12 Pers.

Houseboat · Loosdrecht · Riverly

4 cab 12 berths 14.5m 1993

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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 - 5 - 10 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)

€1,340 per rental optional

Wifi Unlimited

€55 per rental optional

Paddle Board Loosdrecht

€120 per rental optional

Converter 12/220V

€15 per rental optional

Parking - Loosdrecht - Unguarded - Short stay

€24 per rental optional

Serenity+ package - 5 - three weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)

€3,130 per rental optional

Serenity package - 5 - weekend (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)

€580 per rental optional

Serenity+ package - 5 - weekend (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)

€820 per rental optional

Cleaning fee - 160

€160 per rental optional

Barbecue - Week or more

€7 per night optional

Wifi Unlimited short stay

€40 per rental optional

Serenity+ package - 5 - one week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)

€1,310 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

Barbecue - short stay

€35 per rental optional

Serenity+ package - 5 - 11 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)

€1,830 per rental optional

Deck Matress

€15 per rental optional

Serenity package - 5 - one week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)

€980 per rental optional

Wifi Unlimited long duration

€85 per rental optional

Wifi Unlimited long stay

€70 per rental optional

Parking - Loosdrecht - Unguarded - Week or more

Ungarded

€6 per night optional

Serenity+ package - 5 - mini week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)

€930 per rental optional

Serenity+ package - 5 - two weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)

€2,220 per rental optional

Cancellation insurance

Up to 7 days after reservation confirmation

Free optional

Serenity package - 5 - 11 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)

€1,460 per rental optional

Bicycle (adult) - one week

€50 per week optional

Serenity+ package - 5 - 10 nights (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver Option Gold, 2 bikes, 1 parking, 1 BBQ, 1 12V converter)

€1,700 per rental optional

Serenity package - 5 - two weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)

€1,820 per rental optional

Damage waiver Gold option - 280

€280 per rental optional

Pet fee (per pet)

€50 per rental optional

Serenity package - 5 - mini week (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver, 1 bike)

€700 per rental optional

Serenity package - 5 - three weeks (services included : Cleaning, fuel, damage waiver option Silver, 1 bike)

€2,660 per rental optional

Damage waiver Silver option - 180

€180 per rental optional

Bicycle (adult) - 10 days

€65 per rental optional

4 Cabins

12 Berths

2 Toilets

14m Length

Length14.5m

Beam3.85m

Cabins4

Berths12

WC2

Year1993

TypeHouseboat

Deposit€3,000

Equipment (4 aboard · 48 not)

Heating
Refrigerator
Electric toilet
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
Bimini
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

Quirky inland escape This 1993 Pénichette is a traditional French houseboat—think narrow canals and leisurely river cruising rather than open-water sailing. It suits groups and families after a relaxed, land-based adventure on European waterways, not typical yacht charters. The shallow draft and bow thruster make it manageable for first-time boaters navigating narrow locks and tight mooring spots.

Practical comfort features You get heating (useful for shoulder seasons), decent sleeping for 12 across four cabins, and the essentials like refrigeration and electric toilet. These are solid livability basics for a week pottering along French rivers—no frills, but functional for what it is. The modest €3,000 deposit suggests straightforward, budget-conscious operation.

Value trade-off Pricing isn't listed here, but older houseboat charters typically undercut luxury yacht rates significantly—good news for larger groups on modest budgets. You're paying for novelty and space rather than performance or prestige. That said, a 30-year-old vessel means mechanical surprises are always possible.

Reality check on novelty If you're flying long-haul from the US or beyond expecting a Mediterranean sailing experience, this won't deliver it—houseboat tourism is niche and very French. It's brilliant fun for the right trip, but confirm the base location and whether Riverly offers international support before booking.

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The marina & destination

Based at Loosdrecht, in Loosdrecht, Netherlands. Pénichette Comfort 8/12 Pers. is operated by Riverly.

Can Pénichette Comfort 8/12 Pers. be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter Pénichette Comfort 8/12 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 8/12 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.

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