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Join us on a 50' catamaran. Your "best vacation EVER" sailing the Virgin Islands

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Overview of Join us on a 50' catamaran. Your "best vacation EVER" sailing the Virgin Islands

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Ocean viewOcean viewOcean view

Check out the area

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St Thomas, USVI
  • Popular LocationYacht Haven Grande Marina7 min walk
  • Popular LocationHavensight Mall14 min walk
  • AirportSt. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)13 min drive
  • Popular LocationMagens Bay Beach13 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Join us on a 50' catamaran. Your "best vacation EVER" sailing the Virgin Islands

Join the adventure and have the time of your life when you charter your next vacation aboard the sailing vessel Soggy Doggy in the Virgin Islands.

There are three different pricing options for your amazing charter on Soggy Doggy.

First, you can chose the captain plus option in which an 8 days/7 nights charter is the cost plus expenses. Expenses for the week usually run $125-250 per person for food, $100-200 total for moorings, $500-1200 total in govt fees (only if going to BVI), and $100-200 total for fuel/water. With this great price you get our services of provisioning the boat ahead of time saving you 3-4 hours, fresh fruit bowls each morning, baking my famous homemade bread for lunch sandwiches, and cooking 3 of the dinners.

Second, you can chose a half board option. This costs between $21,700 and $23,100 depending on the number of guests. With this option you get an all inclusive charter including 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners. This gives you an option to try out some of the local restaurants for 3 lunches and 4 dinners.

Third, you can chose the totally all inclusive option for $22,000 to $24,000 depending on the number of guests. With this option everything is included in the price and all meals are taken on the vessel.

Regardless of which option you chose you will also get to join us for a nightly captain’s drink of the day, personal tours of historic sites, amazing snorkel trips, great hikes, and so much more that will make you say at the end of your charter “This was the best vacation EVER!!!”

During your charter you can do anything you want from absolutely nothing but lie in the sun, to playing in the water and snorkel the reefs as if you were in an aquarium. If you are feeling a little more adventurous you can help sail the boat. Your charter gives you access to all the equipment aboard the vessel including snorkel gear for diving on the reefs, beach gear for lying around in the sand, paddleboards for your paddling desires, fishing gear to appease your hunter/gather side, and other toys socked away for you to discover.

If you would like to learn how to sail, we can make this a learning vacation. You will be helping in ALL aspects of running the boat as we explore the Virgin Islands including route planning, navigation, sail handling, and much more. Like I said, a great way to learn about sailing and cruising and is my form of a sailing school.

After reading all of this I know you are interested in a vacation with us aboard Soggy Doggy, so check out the calendar to see our availability and contact us with any questions. We look forward to having you as a guest aboard Soggy Doggy.

Property manager

Shane McClellan

Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Breakfast available
Ocean view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed on the back of the boat only.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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

About the neighborhood

Charlotte Amalie

Located in St. Thomas, this houseboat is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bolongo Bay and Magens Bay Beach. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St Thomas, USVI

What's nearby

  • Yacht Haven Grande Marina - 7 min walk
  • Havensight Mall - 14 min walk
  • Blackbeard's Castle - 19 min walk
  • Bolongo Bay - 7 min drive
  • Magens Bay Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Tap & Still - 2 min drive
  • Virgin's Haven - 3 min drive
  • Dockside Bar - 3 min drive
  • The Smoking Rooster - 2 min drive
  • Wendy’s - 1 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Join us on a 50' catamaran. Your "best vacation EVER" sailing the Virgin Islands pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Join us on a 50' catamaran. Your "best vacation EVER" sailing the Virgin Islands?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Join us on a 50' catamaran. Your "best vacation EVER" sailing the Virgin Islands?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Join us on a 50' catamaran. Your "best vacation EVER" sailing the Virgin Islands located?

Nestled on the beach, this St. Thomas houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of Yacht Haven Grande Marina, Frenchman's Bay, and Hassel Island. Emancipation Garden and Virgin Islands Legislature Building are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Phenomenal Time!!!
Our group included my wife and two daughters (18+) and a fiance, five in total. We had a great time with Captain Shane and Lily on the Guiding Light. Explored some amazing, one of a kind places to snorkel but also had dinners in really unique settings (thatched roof dining on a mangrove isle that has survived 5 hurricanes with an incredibly interesting husband, wife and daughter team that built this from scratch). Amazing snorkeling, dining, living on board, and overall fun for a week. We'd totally do it again. Highly recommended. Keynote *** Captain Shane and Lily are adventurers. They know the 'road less travelled'. If you want a non-touristy and memorable experience, they are the guides to show you that. I'm a big fan of the overall experience and their approach. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great time was had by all
A very comfortable and fun filled family vacation sailing in the islands. Captain Shane always kept us safe while having a great time. No need for air conditioning, as the breeze whips in through the hatches. His homemade bread was excellent, as were his drinks of the day. We had plenty of good food, beverages, and games. Beds were comfortable. He was able to guide us to some fantastic snorkel spots and beaches. If you end up on St Croix, don’t miss Savant in Christiansted for an elegant dinner and Rhythm in Fredricksted for fish tacos beachside.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

DIANE J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My new favorite way to visit St. John!
Sleeping and living on the boat rather than on land was amazing! Shane took us to the most beautiful and quiet beaches and coves. He knew great snorkeling spots all around St. John. He was very flexible with our daily activities and allowed us to vacation at our own pace which was very relaxing. Believe the captain when he says you don’t need to bring much (3 swimsuits and a cover up are just fine but don’t forget sunblock, a hat and sun shirts!) There is not much water for showering, but you really don’t need it.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

Awesome time!
Our family had a wonderful time aboard the Guiding Light! Captain Shane is an awesome guide and made us feel at home. He made sure we had wonderful options for each day of our week-long tour of BVI. We enjoyed a great balance between fun festivities ashore, gorgeous snorkeling, and quiet nights moored in remote, peaceful settings. Our clean and cozy quarters were comfortable at night, with plenty of ocean breeze. From coffee in the morning to the 5:30 pm drink of the day (not to be missed), Shane was a great host...and a seriously legit cook! He did a wonderful job of provisioning to suit our preferences, and the meals he prepared were delicious. We had a great time and hope to sail with Shane again, in another part of the world.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy W., Texas

Wonderful week of sun and fun!
Chartering a catamaran is an awesome experience. It’s even better when the captain welcomes you into his ‘home’ and takes care of every detail. Shane’s experience of living and exploring these islands makes it easy when trying to decide what to see and do, or not do and just relax in the sun. The possibilities are endless. Our group is very easy going, and open to suggestions which helps when weather and post hurricane conditions dictate plans. Shane’s cooking and drink of the day (should be plural- “drinks” he knows my suggestions!) are great. He even surprised me by baking a birthday cake (tears of joy)! All the little things that make it personal and memorable. We loved spending time with him and Melek, snorkeling and playing games. He’s more than just the captain. He really makes his guests feel like they’re at home. I hope you’ll try a charter with him sometime. Complete relaxation as soon as we stepped onto the boat. Sigh. We can’t wait to explore the Spanish VI’s and islands south of the BVI’s in the future. We’ll see you again soon! Brace yourselves! Happy Sails!

About the host

Hosted by Shane McClellan

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We are Captain Shane and chef Lily and have been running charters for the last 13 years. We have sailed the Gulf and East coasts of the US, through the Bahamas, and all over the Caribbean including Central America.

We love having guests aboard and showing them the joys of being on a boat and the wonders the Caribbean has to offer above and below the water line.

Cooking for guests has become so enjoyable Captain Shane wrote a cookbook called "Cooking on the Guiding Light" a few years ago and it is available on Amazon.

Before Captain Shane bought his boat he was a recovery auditor and a firefighter for 10 years in Colorado. Lily was a university professor for business and marketing.

Why they chose this property

We are now sailing a 2019 50 foot Leopard catamaran, which offers so much luxury it is crazy. You will love the spacious cabins and the Virgin Islands are a great place to charter. Beaches, bars, hiking, and snorkeling. It has it all.

What makes this property unique

When you charter with us you get our services as a captain and chef, PLUS as a tour guide, snorkel guide, and history guide. Captain Shane is famous for his homemade bread and the captain's "drink of the day".
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