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Dockside Retreat Aboard Savannah Rae

Dockside Retreat Aboard Savannah Rae

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Enjoy your obstacle free view of the still active, 1912 Southern Railway Bridge.
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Overview of Dockside Retreat Aboard Savannah Rae

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Enjoy the area

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Augusta, GA
  • Popular LocationAugusta Riverwalk1 min walk
  • Popular LocationAugusta Convention Center11 min walk
  • Popular LocationAugusta University Medical Center5 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Living Room

1 Single Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Dockside Retreat Aboard Savannah Rae

The spacious Savannah Rea is docked first at the 5th Street Marina, just steps away from Downtown Augusta! Sitting directly on the Savannah River, the houseboat provides gorgeous views from inside your corridors or from one of three outdoor spaces including the 800 sq.ft rooftop deck. Bow and stern patios have seating for four and provide exceptional views of the Savannah River from sunrise to sunset. There is a charcoal grill on the back patio.

Rooftop deck has a 360’ view which includes views of Downtown Augusta, The Augusta Riverwalk, the iconic 1912 Southern Railroad Bridge and lastly, Augusta’s newest attraction, the Freedom Bridge.

Inside, the wet bar ties the living room, kitchen and dining area all together in one open space. The couch in the living room folds out to a full sized bed, high top table sits four, kitchen has microwave and refrigerator/freezer (THE STOVE/OVEN, DISHWASHER AND TRASH COMPACTOR ARE OUT OF USE) and wet bar has built-in ice-maker and countertop k-cup coffee maker. Behind the closet doors in the kitchen you’ll find a full use stacked washer/dryer with detergent and whitening pods.

Large bathroom has full sized walk in shower, high end marine toilet, three shelf vanity.

Queen sized bedroom has fantastic large windows and back sliding glass door with back patio access. Multi-functional built in desk has plugs for computer charging. Left hand closet has robes, grilling accessories and vacuum.

The houseboat is cooled by a mini-split A/C system which includes two separate wall units, one in the living room and another in the bedroom.

The marina has a public Wi-Fi network which can be connected to throughout the houseboat. The entire inside and outside of the houseboat are open for use.

We offer early check-in (12 NOON) and late check-out (1PM) for $50/occurrence. Availability is based on a first pay/first service basis and may not be available in all cases. We recommend that you request either or both when sending your initial introduction message upon booking.

We don’t want any surprises when you arrive so these are the things to expect.

GLAMPING - The only difference between the houseboat and a camper is the ground beneath, or lack there of. We throw the “Glam” in because this is glamping at its finest.

SAVANNAH RIVER - We see many different species of wildlife both in and out of the water. Insects, reptiles, birds and fish will all make a presence here on the river. We spray the outside of the boat to minimize insects from intruding your space. Keeping the windows closed and closing the doors behind you, especially in the summer months will also help tremendously.

FISHING - We do not supply any fishing gear but Walmart (less than 10 minutes away) has a full fishing department. Fishing is ONLY allowed off the boat itself, not the dock. Visit Georgia’s Department of Natural Resources website to purchase a fishing license and to read all rules and regulations before casting your line.

MARINE TOILET - We have a zero tolerance policy for any kind of waste to enter the river. The toilet used on the boat is very high end and is nearly identical to the one used at your home. We supply the bathroom with marine grade toilet paper which is the only thing besides waste that should be flushed. A $400 charge applies to any waste system failure that is caused by any prohibited object or thing you flush.

SECURITY CAMERAS - We have a Ring security system installed throughout the dock space to monitor my kayaking business, specifically the kayaks themselves, our storage spaces, the gas pump and the associated dock space. It records 120 seconds of both video and audio when it detects any motion. THIS MEANS THAT EACH TIME YOU, ADDITIONAL GUESTS OR VISITORS PASS THROUGH, YOU/THEY WILL BE RECORDED.

PETS & ADDITIONAL GUESTS - I love fur babies! I have one of my own and he tags along everywhere I go. As long as they are accounted for on the reservation, I would love for your pup(s) to stay aboard. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE ENTIRE PERIMETER OF THE HOUSEBOAT HAS OPEN RAILINGS AND FIVE ENTRY/EXIT POINTS THAT ONLY HAVE A ROPE ACROSS THEM. DO NOT LEAVE THEM UNATTENDED WHILE OUTSIDE. I TOTALLY GET that accidents happen when dogs are in spaces that they are not used to. I'll say this again, I TOTALLY GET IT. Please send me a message via VRBO Inbox if there are any bathroom accidents and/or stomach accidents that occur so we can make sure they are attended to right away. Like many others, I do not enjoy foul smells and/or stains on carpets or linens so we would like to ask you for a few minutes while you are on-board for us to shampoo rugs and/or change any linens out if they are spoiled in anyway. NO OTHER TYPE OF PET IS ALLOWED ONBOARD. I encourage you to invite any friends or family aboard during your stay but ask you to send me a message via VRBO Inbox to give me a heads up if there will be a total of 5 or more people (max 10) on the boat at any given time. Only the amount of guests that are associated with your reservation are allowed to spend the night.

Property manager

Greg

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

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

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No guests and/or visitors under12 yrs are permitted on the houseboat. No jumping off the boat into the river.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Augusta

This houseboat is located in Downtown Augusta, a neighbourhood in Augusta. St. Paul's Episcopal Church and Augusta Imperial Theatre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Augusta Riverwalk and Magnolia Cemetery. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at James Brown Arena or Christenberry Fieldhouse.
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Augusta, GA

What's nearby

  • Augusta Riverwalk - 1 min walk
  • Augusta Convention Center - 11 min walk
  • Bell Auditorium - 15 min walk
  • James Brown Arena - 18 min walk
  • Augusta University Medical Center - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Augusta, GA (AGS-Augusta Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fox's Lair - 2 min drive
  • Tacocat - 16 min walk
  • Tipsey McStumbles - 10 min walk
  • Sole Augusta - 16 min walk
  • Beamie's At The River - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dockside Retreat Aboard Savannah Rae pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Dockside Retreat Aboard Savannah Rae?

As of 2 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dockside Retreat Aboard Savannah Rae on 7 May 2024 start from NZ$313.30, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Dockside Retreat Aboard Savannah Rae?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dockside Retreat Aboard Savannah Rae?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dockside Retreat Aboard Savannah Rae located?

Located in Downtown Augusta, this houseboat is steps away from Augusta Riverwalk and St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Jessye Norman Amphitheater and Augusta Imperial Theatre are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Houseboat for The Masters
What a fun way to relax after some awesome golf at The Masters! It is nothing fancy but very comfortable for us. Greg quickly solved a problem of depleted coffee and tea supplies and was a gracious host. Super friendly. It was quiet on the water, and we all slept well. The Riverwalk was really pretty, and we were right around the corner from iconic Luigi’s on Broad Street.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Great back deck on the boat with a calm view of the river. Nice place to have a drink after a day of golf and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

marlou m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
On business … would come back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing on the Water
This was a great place to stay and enjoy the river from morning coffee to evening cookout. Also did alot of walking on the riverwalk. Plan to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the place!!
Looking for a quiet getaway? This is the place. My husband and I were looking for quiet and relaxation. We found it. The house boat is very spacious and comfortable. The bed is so comfortable; we slept like babies! Two heating/AC units keep the boat at a perfect temperature. My husband spent the majority of his time fishing and bird watching from the back deck. We are already looking to book our next visit to the Savannah Rae!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

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