11 Boats You Absolutely Need to Rent From Airbnb
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We all have dreams of giving it all up to live on a boat. Now that dream can become a reality, at least for a night or two?
Did you know you can use Airbnb to find a sailboat in Italy to stay in for the weekend? Or a cozy houseboat on Lake Michigan? The website features a fairly large selection of boats for rent. And while most are docked in a marina, some will allow you to hire a licensed skipper to take you out on the the high seas. So next time you’re booking a stay with Airbnb, don’t be a landlubber, stay on the water and experience your next vacation spot from a new, aquatic perspective.
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Here are 11 boats you can rent on Airbnb right now.
Palermo, Italy
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For just $82 a night, you can rent this sailboat moored in the port of Cala in Palermo, Italy. The boat comfortably sleeps two but there’s room for four. Each guest is an extra $12 a night and there is a cleaning fee when you leave the boat. If weather conditions allow, you can hire a skipper to take you out to sail around the city.
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St. Thomas, USVI
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For $100 a night, this 38-foot sailboat is docked in a marina on the East End of St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Located in the bustling neighborhood of Red Hook, there are bars and restaurants all within walking distance. The boat accommodates up to five people. The owners provide TV, Wi-Fi, a refrigerator and microwave, and even snorkeling gear.
Canary Islands, Spain
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Odysseus I is a wooden sailboat built in 1975 that accommodates two people, so if you’re looking for a romantic getaway this could be the perfect rental. It’s $58 a night, plus $12 a night for the second guest. There’s a king-size bed in the bow area and you have access to the facilities in the marina, located in the quaint town of Mogan. All the shops and nightlife are within walking distance. And the owner will even take you out for a sail, weather permitting.
London, England
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This boat is located on a canal in an area known as Little Venice. At $221 a night, the 57-foot boat sleeps up to four people. There’s free Wi-Fi and lots of waterfront cafes and pubs nearby. It’s a whole new way to experience the bustle and hustle of London.
Austin, Texas
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This three-level, 55-foot houseboat is located on Lake Travis in Austin. For $150 a night, plus a small fee for extra guests, it can sleep up to six people. Children and pets are welcome. The boat is docked at Paradise Cove Marina and includes access to a laundromat.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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This 1929 houseboat is located on the Amstel River, just 15 minutes from the city center by bike or public transport. It has central heating, hot water, solar energy, WiFi and an outside deck with a hammock. It holds two people and will be shared with the owner, who says he will help guests with their stay or he will be “just a fly on the wall.” It’s $109 a night, with a two-night minimum stay.
Queens, New York
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This boat offers a truly a unique way to enjoy New York City and its outer boroughs. Located on the water in the Rockaways, this houseboat sleeps two people, for just $125 a night. You’ll have to do the dishes with a hose on the dock by the boat, and the bathrooms and hot showers are on land near the marina office. But the subway is a two-minute walk if you want to head into the city to catch a Broadway show or see the sights.
San Francisco, California
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This 30-foot sailboat is docked right next to AT&T Park and has spectacular views of the Bay Bridge. It sleeps two and costs just $150 a night. The boat has electricity, a refrigerator, and a working heater, and guests can also access the yacht club’s private bathrooms and showers. There’s no parking, but you can rent bicycles nearby and go explore San Francisco on two wheels.
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St. Augustine, Florida
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The owners describe this boat as “a little bit like a camper, but floating on the water.” It’s a bit smaller than some of the other boats listed on Airbnb, coming in at 32 feet long and able to sleep just two. But the boat is docked at the Camachee Island Marina, on the west side of the Vilano Beach Causeway in historic St. Augustine, so you couldn’t ask for a better location. It’s $109 a night, pets are not permitted and there is a two-night minimum stay.
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Located in Sagatuck on the east side of Lake Michigan, this 30-foot wooden houseboat sits on the Kalamazoo River. At $200 a night, it accommodates two people and is located near the end of the dock, so there’s plenty of peace and privacy for a romantic getaway. The town is a just a short walk from the dock. There’s Wi-Fi on board, free parking and even a washer and dryer.
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Bimini is a chain of islands in the westernmost part of the Bahamas. This private yacht comes with all the essentials and sleeps up to six people. Located at Bimini Bay Marina, the boat is $200 a night and guests are extra. The owner lives on board and will take you out cruising on the water for a minimal fee. The boat is also suitable for small events.
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