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Classy, Century-Old San Francisco Bay Yacht

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A wooden deck with a round table and a cushioned bench, two glasses of red wine, and a remote control on the bench.
A marina with boats docked, wooden deck chairs, and a clear view of the sun setting over the water.
A cozy cabin interior with a blue sofa, wooden shelves, a small table, and a potted plant.
A wooden interior with a table set for breakfast, including pastries and a vase of flowers.
A cozy cabin with a wooden interior, a bed with white bedding and a teal pillow, a small table with a lamp, and a potted plant.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
With space for 4 guests, this houseboat features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It offers a patio for outdoor relaxation. Explore the Sausalito Visitors Kiosk and Horseshoe Cove, both easily accessible from your stay.

Highlights

  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Sausalito, CA
  • Place, Sausalito Visitors Kiosk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Horseshoe Cove
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, San Francisco Bay Model Visitor Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bunk area

2 Single Beds

Main Sleeping area

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Powder room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette

About this property

Classy, Century-Old San Francisco Bay Yacht

This 3-cabin yacht exudes timeless elegance. With abundant natural light, postcard views, and the subtle swaying of bay waters, it is a retreat space that calms the senses and soothes the soul. Cozy, yet comfortable, the yacht is surprisingly spacious and fully equipped for wining, dining, dozing and connecting with loved ones -- perfect for a romantic escape or as a base to explore the Bay Area with your family.

The teak interior includes a quaint kitchenette, dining/work area, queen size bed (please note that you will convert a seating area into this bed each night), two single bunks/daybeds, and two bathrooms. At the rear of the boat is a cozy open-air space with a cocktail table. Ample deck space up top for lounging.

With sufficient advance notice Union Island charters is happy to arrange a cruise with a licensed captain during your stay. The following cruise prices are in addition to the cost of the overnight stay that is quoted in the listing. The cruise prices do not incur any additional taxes or fees. Please send us a message noting how many hours you would like and we will add the cost to your reservation prior to booking.

2 HRS - $800
3 HRS - $1000
4 HRS - $1200

*prices may be higher on holidays

ROUTES:

2-hour cruises make a loop past the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island and Sausalito

3-hour cruises make a loop past the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, Alcatraz and Sausalito

4-hour cruises make a loop past the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, Alcatraz, downtown San Francisco, Paradise Cay and Sausalito

Overnight guests must sign a bareboat charter agreement in advance of their stay, which is necessary for regulatory compliance. This is essentially the boat version of a car rental agreement.

Please note that staying on a boat is a very different experience than staying in a house or apartment. The bathroom is tiny, for instance, similar to what you'd find in an RV, and the toilets are not the standard variety. Think of it like glamping on the water. Feel free to reach out with questions if you have any doubts as to whether this is the right stay for you.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
No need to lock the boat, take out the trash or do anything with used linens. BUT PLEASE DO LEAVE THE GATE CARD ON THE HOOK NEXT TO THE DOOR WHERE YOU FOUND IT
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3686851vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Sausalito

Sausalito is home to this houseboat. Pier 39 and Ghirardelli Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Francisco Bay and Presidio of San Francisco. Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and San Francisco Zoo are not to be missed.
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Sausalito, CA

What's nearby

  • Sausalito Visitors Kiosk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Viña del Mar Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ice House Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Horseshoe Cove - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • San Francisco Bay Model Visitor Center - 7 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Hyde St & Lombard St Stop - 14 min drive
  • Bayshore Station - 24 min drive
  • Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cavallo Point - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fish - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Franko & Co Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lappert's Ice Cream - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Classy, Century-Old San Francisco Bay Yacht pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classy, Century-Old San Francisco Bay Yacht?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classy, Century-Old San Francisco Bay Yacht?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Classy, Century-Old San Francisco Bay Yacht located?

Situated in Sausalito, this houseboat is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from San Francisco Bay and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Golden Gate Bridge. Bay Area Discovery Museum is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Brian Barth

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I write for publications such as the New Yorker and National Geographic and am currently making a film and writing a book about homelessness in the Bay Area. I bought this boat with my wife, a doctor, genetic engineer and filmmaker, as a place to bring people together from the various parts of our lives. We're inviting tech CEOs aboard alongside homeless residents we've befriended. We're using the boat in a new film and hosting dinner parties with artists, activists and freethinkers. And: we're inviting you aboard.

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