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Spend The Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht In Historic Charleston

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Property grounds
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire house boat

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Water viewWater viewWater view

Explore the area

Map
Charleston, SC
  • Popular LocationCollege of Charleston19 min walk
  • Popular LocationMedical University of South Carolina2 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Charleston Cruise Terminal4 min drive
  • AirportCharleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)20 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spend The Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht In Historic Charleston

Under new ownership as of May 2017. Located in the Heart of Charleston's Historic District, Southern Comfort is docked at the Charleston City Marina and less than 50 feet from our gated parking lot.

We are 3 blocks from the Historic Battery just past the Coast Guard Station, and six "city blocks" from Meeting Street and the Market Area.

From the magnificent architectural homes of the Battery, and the finest restaurants in the south, to the art and antique shops, Charleston is a place unlike any other.

PLEASE NOTE IT IS EXTREMELY EXPENSE TO MAINTAIN A BOAT SUCH AS THIS. Therefore the boat books for TWO people. There is an additional guest charge per person up to eight people after the first two. This makes the boat approachable for a couple as well as very economical for larger groups to enjoy the boat. Remember what your parents taught you.. if it’s to good to be true. It probably is. By booking the boat in this way it makes it reasonable for all parties involved. We love sharing out boating experience with people and try very hard to upkeep it. It’s a fantastic way to spend time in Charleston and a very unique experience that most people will not find anywhere else.
Capt. Dave.

Property manager

Capt. Dave Gugliotti

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car available
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking results in immediate termination of Rental

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: Per exception of owner

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Spend Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht Historic Houseboat
Spend Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht Historic Charleston
Spend Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht Historic
Spend Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht Historic Houseboat
Spend Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht Historic Charleston
Spend Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht Historic Houseboat
Spend Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht Historic Charleston
Spend Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht Historic

About the neighborhood

Charleston

Located by the ocean, this houseboat is in Downtown Charleston, a neighborhood in Charleston. Charleston City Market and Charleston Tanger Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point. Check out an event or a game at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, and consider making time for USS Yorktown, a top attraction not to be missed. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 19 min walk
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 2 min drive
  • Charleston City Market - 4 min drive
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive
  • Waterfront Park - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 16 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪California Dreaming - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪MUSC Cafeteria - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spend The Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht In Historic Charleston pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spend The Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht In Historic Charleston?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spend The Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht In Historic Charleston?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Spend The Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht In Historic Charleston located?

Located in Downtown Charleston, this houseboat is within 1 mi (2 km) of Historic Rice Mill, College of Charleston, and Medical University of South Carolina. Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and Charleston City Market are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 105 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

RJ O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cooper River Bridge Run Yacht stay.
Very nice overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Connie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ask for what you need
We are not sorry we had this experience on a lively yacht, but we would most likely not rebook. Booked for 6 adults - only had towels for 4. Only 2 coffee mugs available. Overall, the Southern Comfort provided us with a memorable experience we enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela G., Richmond, Va

Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely a different experience
We stayed here for a wedding with a family of 4 (2 teens) and my parents. The boat is beautiful and what an experience to stay on a yacht!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had fun
We had fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great unique property!
Was great, had plenty of room and a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girlfriend trip
We loved out stay on the Southern Comfort. Great location close to downtown. Very good restaurant in the marina with a fun dive bar attached. The boat was very nice and spacious. Captain Dave was very responsive to all of my questions. Overall wonderful experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne C., Florence, South Carolina USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Small family wedding
Our daughter has a really small wedding - seven people total!!! Renting this yacht was perfect for our needs. Easy in and to go places we needed to go. The wedding actually took place on the top deck right before sunset and was lovely. The furniture in the lounge area was very comfortable and there was room for all of us. If you rent this boat remember it is an older boat. The owner is working to repair that are worn or have been abused by other renters but they posed no problems. We loved staying on such a classic boat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyson G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend!
Unique experience in a beautiful setting!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl's weekend
Wonderful time aboard the Southern Comfort — thanks, Dave!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

terry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks for the stay!
Very nice to do something different!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay! Great Host!
We did a girls getaway on Dave’s yacht. Our stay was absolutely perfect. Dave is a great host and was very attentive to all our needs. The yacht was clean and well-stocked. We all can’t thank you enough for going above and beyond to help make our trip unforgettable! Thank you so much, Linda, Karen, Scotta, Diane, Barb, and Joyce
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

William W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to spend quality time with a new love!
Easy to rent, perfect location and a great property manager!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine H., Virginia Beach, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay
Unique experience adding to the overall charm of Charleston. Boat is really spacious and well appointed. Dave was a fantastic host - very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Book Club Experience
We spent two nights on the yacht at the end of our Savannah/Charleston trip. We enjoyed the unique experience of staying on a yacht and found the Southern Comfort to be a clean, well-organized VRBO. We did not cook much, but the kitchen was larger and better appointed than we had anticipated. Instructions from Matthew were clear and helped us settle in to our brief experience of living on a boat. Our only difficulties were bunks too short for adult men and air conditioning that was difficult to keep at a comfortable temperature. We also found the cost of vehicle parking at the marina to be somewhat high. All in all, a fun end to our trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derick T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice visit
Stayed here for a long weekend and the Cooper River Bridge Run. A unique and fun alternative to the usual rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trent R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic experience!
Our time here was wonderful and relaxing. Communication with Dave and his shipmate Matt at the marina was perfect. Do yourself a favor and try a unique experience like this!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience!
We had a great time aboard the Southern Comfort. Spacious and very clean - a must for us! We look forward to staying again in the future. Thank you, Captain Dave!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Southern comfort joy!
We wanted a unique vacation getaway and we got it! Staying on the Southern Comfort was amazing. We loved the boat! The boat was very roomy and spacious. Captain Dave was great and very helpful. Loved the city of Charleston and will definitely be back to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ralph C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charleston Yacht Experience
All went well, accommodations were as advertised and enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

Liked: Cleanliness
A new way to experience Charleston
We loved Southern Comfort - the skybridge is a great place to relax, with beautiful views of City Marina. Easy walk to King/Meeting Street bars & restaurants. Very comfortable and safe. We enjoyed it very much. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will be back!
Our party of 4 really enjoyed our stay on this boat!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cornelius M.

Liked: Cleanliness
water getaway
great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Merrilee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Absolutely love this older Hatteras, classic and beautiful! Captain Dave was awesome and very accommodating. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
For the most part the accommodations were satisfactory. It’s a nice boat with plenty of room. Be prepared though as the property manager/captain is often nearby, which is good or bad depending on your preference. There are lots of rules and the rule book Does have a sarcastic tone. They should probably revise this. It’s quite unprofessional. We also had an issue with the electricity and A/C going out on the bottom half of the boat. We did use the hair dryer so perhaps that was why. The manager/captain responded quickly though to fix the problem. Overall would recommend, but be very sure to read all the details before booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harold S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 75 birthday
My wife and I greatly enjoyed our stay on the classic Hatteras yacht Southern Comfort.. It was part of my 75th birthday present and was totally enjoyable. Captain Dave was very helpful with acclimating us to the yacht. We will be staying on Southern Comfort again next year as we make our journey from Florida to Cape Cod. Harold
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022