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Spend The Weekend Aboard Your Own Private Yacht In Historic Charleston

Houseboat with a water park, near Port of Charleston

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Motor Yacht Southern Comfort at the Dock
Sunset over Southern Comfort
Pilot House, staircase leads to flybridge area
Southern Comforts Galley Comes equipped with all major appliances
Bedroom 3 VIP

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Charleston, SC
  • Place, Medical University of South Carolina
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Charleston
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Adults only
Per exception of owner
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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
Smoking results in immediate termination of Rental
No Shoes aboard the boat. This is a Yacht custom and keeps the boat clean.
The boat is booked with 2 guests. Their is a charge for each additional guest. This makes it fair for small as well as large group to book the boat.

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

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

About the area

Charleston

Located by the ocean, this houseboat is in Downtown Charleston, a neighbourhood in Charleston. Charleston City Market and USS Yorktown are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterfront Park and Riverfront Park. Check out an event or a game at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, and consider making time for South Carolina Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • Medical University of South Carolina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • College of Charleston - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Charleston City Market - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Waterfront Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Port of Charleston - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪California Dreaming - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪da Toscana Porchetta Shop - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪MUSC ART Cafeteria - ‬11 min walk

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?

Checkout 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 mile (2 km) of Historic Rice Mill, College of Charleston and Medical University of South Carolina. Port of Charleston is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 127 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What at treat to stay on this yacht. To bad you couldn’t gotten Dave to take it out
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a unique experience. Glad we got to do this. We had a mother daughter trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

cliff k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spoleto

2 nights. All went well. Quiet. Boat comfortable and well outfitted.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

We were looking to try something other than a hotel room and the Southern Comfort was a perfect choice. Captain Dave was really easy to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun time

We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend Getaway

Perfect place for our girls weekend. Location is great as well. We each had our own room and bathroom which was a plus. It was so nice to sit in the living room each morning while having our coffee telling stories about the night before. Salty Dogs is a great hole in the wall to start your nightly adventures. Be sure to bring towels and paper products as toilet paper and paper towels were limited. Enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Katrina T.

Should have been better.

We were a party of 4 women over 50 in Charleston for the Wine and Food Festival. Parking turned out to be $17 per day, no free in and out, though there is an hourly shuttle into town between 8 am and 5 pm. We loved the common areas for socializing and would not have had that in a hotel. We think this property has so much potential. But... Pictures don’t tell all. It’s a nice boat and is nicely decorated and stocked, but definitely could use some attention. There are a lot of places for food and bugs to hide; the food did, but the bugs didn’t. The photos had us excited about using the deck, which was nice after you climbed the literal ladder and if you ignored the stagnant water in the dinghy. We were surprised by WiFi password and gate codes that hadn’t been updated and the alarm that went off when two people flushed at the same time. Sorry for the call, but we couldn’t fix it without help. If you might be concerned about security, be advised the boat cannot be locked in your absence. While overall the marina feels secure, a cruise ship came in while we were there, off-loading a lot of passengers. The full kitchen is great. Would have liked a working ice maker. Also would have appreciated a consistent temperature; it felt like a sauna in the sleeping quarters at night. Be aware of the rules - shoes off; don’t get makeup on the towels or risk a $30 charge; visiting friends are discouraged. Overall, much as we liked the “adventure” of staying on the yacht for the festival, we could have stayed at a nice hotel for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Will C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location on the water in the city marina. The boat was a little dated but cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Room was clean location was great . We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique Property!

Our friends had a great time. The rooms are small other than the master, and be prepared to handle the quirks of being on a boat, but this is definitely a stay you won’t forget!
View from the top.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique fun place to stay at the Marina. Host was detailed in the working of the Yacht, and very courteous on arrival times. Great place to sit on an afternoon and enjoy the Charleston weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yacht review

We were welcomed by Captain Dave on the dock at the marina and he walked us to the Southern Comfort. He gave us a hurried introduction to the idiosyncrasies of a floating B&B and quickly left to attend to another charter. We would have benefited from more details about how to get our luggage on board, how to contact the dock office, and checkout procedures. He never told us there is no way to lock the yacht on departure.The beds were made and ready for guests. Kids will enjoy sleeping in the bunk beds. The cabin with twin beds has no window covering, so we used pillows to block the glare. One of the toilets was blocked. There were three others in working order. There were plenty of nice body towels.The yacht is 0.25 mile from the parking lot. There are luggage carts or the dock office will arrange people to take your luggage in a golf cart. Please tip them. The stairs into the yacht are narrow and difficult for anything other than small bags. Be sure to pick up drinking water before boarding.The kitchen is well stocked with dishes and glassware. There were no dish towels. The only paper products were toilet paper and paper towels. Only one sink had hand soap. There is a coffee maker.You can walk to King Street in about 35 minutes.We enjoyed the living space and especially having coffee on the top deck in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

cathy s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

ND Birthday

Great time - beautiful harbor, lots to do-Charleston-will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunsets on the water!

What a unique way to enjoy Charleston and take in great views. The boat was spacious, clean and comfortable. Captain Dave is super responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peppar H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Below Deck

Such a cool experience to stay on a yacht! Captain Dave was very responsive. The coffee pot was unusable so he promptly went out and bought a brand new which was most appreciated. I was surprised that you couldn't feel the movement (rocking) of the yacht at all. I would highly recommend staying on Southern Comfort!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

JILL G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Weekday fishing trip

Owner came on the property without warning while we were away. Totally against VRBO . Air conditioning went out and owner completely lost his composure . We left a day early.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Something Different

It's a great way to experience something different. It's a boat understand what your booking. Master suite was excellent, galley has plenty of space, and solon is well appointed. Flybridge gives you a nice outdoor space to hang out.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unforgettable Experience

We had a wonderful weekend on the Southern Comfort. Sitting on the fly bridge was so perfect that we did not to want to leave to go to downtown Charleston. Sleeping accommodations other than in the main bedroom are very cramped for people taller than 5’8”.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Vacation kick-off

Overall good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Captain Dave! Thank you!

It’s a great experience! We enjoyed it thoroughly!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

RJ O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cooper River Bridge Run Yacht stay.

Very nice overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Connie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had fun

We had fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great unique property!

Was great, had plenty of room and a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Capt. Dave Gugliotti

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Captain Dave and his First Mate Danielle would like to welcome you aboard “Southern Comfort”.

About the owners:
Capt. Dave has been boating for over 25 years, holds a USCG 200 ton Masters license and also owns the Charter boat “Hatterass” directly in front of “Southern Comfort” as well as " Ship of Fools" just around the corner. We encourage you to book a charter with us and experience Charleston in a way that few visitors get the opportunity to.

We Married in May of 2000 and left Connecticut in 2013, moving to Charleston. We wanted to pursue our love of boating and be on the water all year round.

We started Carolina Marine Group in 2013 providing harbor tours. We have been building the business and the brand ever since. Our mission is to provide the best on the water experience in the greatest city in the US. We took ownership of “Southern Comfort” in 2017 to expand our operation and to provide our water loving guests a unique way of spending their time in Charleston.

We hope your stay with us is a memorable one and you fall in love with this great city as much as we have. Enjoy your stay and if there is anything we can do to make it more enjoyable don’t hesitate to ask.

Why they chose this property

Where else can you stay aboard a 61 foot Yacht and live the boating life for the weekend. Charleston Is the place to try something different. Huge boat with great views and we offer Harbor tours as well.

What makes this property unique

Private chef and harbor tours are available.

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English

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