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 (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
Ideal for budget-conscious explorers This 1990 Pénichette houseboat suits groups or families looking for an affordable inland waterways experience rather than traditional yacht sailing. At under €920/week, it's genuinely budget-friendly for five people exploring French rivers and canals.
Compact but liveable The 9.3-metre layout packs a surprising amount of functionality with heating and a proper toilet, making it comfortable for cooler seasons or longer stays. Don't expect luxury—this is no-frills, practical boating focused on the waterways experience itself.
Solid value proposition The low weekly rate and modest €2,500 deposit make this accessible for families testing inland boating without significant financial commitment. You're essentially paying for basic shelter and mobility on beautiful European waterways rather than paying for premium fittings.
One realistic caveat: A single cabin for up to five people means tight sleeping arrangements—this works best for families with young children or groups comfortable with close quarters. If private cabin space matters to your group, budget for a larger or newer Pénichette model instead.
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The marina & destination
Based at Dompierre-sur-Besbre, in Dompierre-sur-Besbre, France. Pénichette Classic 2/5 Pers. is operated by Riverly.