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Luxury yacht in downtown Charleston, SC

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Marina
Beautiful sunsets and an unobstructed view
Room
Room
Forward Bedroom with a flatscreen and hatch to let in the fresh sea air!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 651.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Aft Cabin

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

Forward Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Luxury yacht in downtown Charleston, SC

Enjoy the beautiful sunset and watch Charleston's resident pod of dolphins as you stay on our 2 Bedroom/2 bathroom 40' yacht! Park for free at our fantastic location on the Ashley River and the peninsula of beautiful downtown Charleston, SC. Walk to a Riverdog's baseball game (single-A affiliated with the Yankees), or simply watch the stadium's fireworks from the comfort of the yacht's deck while sipping a cocktail. Cross the street to Publix to grab any groceries you need for your stay. We are right around the corner from the Citadel (go Bulldogs!), and minutes away from the shopping and nightlife of King Street. Charleston's southern charm, historic mansions, and world-renowned restaurants will be at your fingertips!

The yacht has a fully equipped kitchen (stovetop, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffee maker). We supply kitchen necessities and a fully stocked spice rack for those who like to cook. There are 2 flat screen TVS with two blu-ray players, and plenty of board games. No fear with children as there is a first class playground in the park adjacent to the boat 200 yards away. Both bedrooms have custom-made memory foam mattresses that feel like supportive clouds. Take advantage of the boat's central heat and air, or open all the hatches and windows to let the sea breeze flow through. Fresh linens and towels provided. Wifi and a huge selection of movies included.

We love our yachts and strive to create a wonderful vacation experience for our renters. This yacht is part of the Redfin Charters’ Fleet. RedFin Charters has been seen on Discovery Channel, Bravo and ABC. We were also voted best fishing Charter in Charleston the last six consecutive years. Please ask about fishing and sight-seeing charter options including dolphin, shark's teeth digs, eco tours, and sunset cruises on one of our many boats. We are happy to create custom charters to meet your needs. We will gladly offer you a discount if booked at the time of making your reservation. This is a dockside charter and not a short-term rental. By booking you are chartering the boat to remain at the dock during your stay.

We would love to share our favorite place in Charleston with you!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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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

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

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

About the area

Charleston

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Downtown Charleston, a neighbourhood in Charleston. Patriots Point and USS Yorktown are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Charleston City Market and Fort Sumter. Travelling with kids? Make time for South Carolina Aquarium, or head to an event or a match at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • The Citadel - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • College of Charleston - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Port of Charleston - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Charleston City Market - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 14 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪da Toscana Porchetta Shop - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪California Dreaming - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Saveurs Du Monde Café - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury yacht in downtown Charleston, SC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury yacht in downtown Charleston, SC?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury yacht in downtown Charleston, SC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury yacht in downtown Charleston, SC located?

This family-friendly Charleston houseboat is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Harborage at Ashley Marina and Medical University of South Carolina. Port of Charleston and College of Charleston are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 209 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Krista L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time and it was a great stay. It did smell a little moldy but think that might have been from the rain. We will definitely stay again!
Sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert and Ladeana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Dolce Vita exceeded our expectations. The location was amazing. Everything we needed, we had. We were comfortable, 6 adult women for a Bachelorette trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jodi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay and would return. The view is superb! The fridge/freezer take over a day to get to the correct temperature. Everything was clean except for the vent returns. The door to the cabin was difficult to close and open and did not lock.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fun way to spend our time in Charleston! Yacht is docked permanently in a gated marina with easy but safe access. Unobstructed views of the Ashley River drinking coffee in the mornings and watching dolphins play at sunset while rocking in huge rocking chairs on the main deck. Inside was spacious, plenty of extra linens, single cup Kuerig, fridge and freezer, pull out sofa, and convertible kitchen booth/bed. Bathrooms were great, large master with full size tub/shower. Water never went cold. Hardly felt boat rock. Super fun time and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary & Cheryll M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay on the Yacht. Jeff was extremely kind and explained everything to us. We had no problems at all. The only thing I wish we had known in advance was how far we had to walk from the parking to the yacht. My husband was recovering from knee surgery and it was a long walk for him.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful experience! Loved hanging on deck. A little dated and only 1 shower. But i would rent it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcy R.

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

Great place!

Loved staying on this boat! Great location, friendly host. Made us feel welcome and we really enjoyed our stay! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

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

Yacht & Marina

Great stay on the yacht and the marina. Great Location with easy access to historic Charleston. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dru H.

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

Very Nice Boat

Very Nice weekend and very comfortable Boat with great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jim h.

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

Great change from a hotel

I would highly recommend staying on a yacht, great change from a hotel, great view, great location ,
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

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

The people who fect getaway!

We had such a great weekend on the water and really enjoyed having the accesbility to downtown Charleston but also valued being somewhat tucked away from everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

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

Looking for something different

Perfect for a small family looking for a unique stay. Beautiful sunsets!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

jay m.

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

A new experience.. VRBO on a yacht!

They were very willing to work with us throughout our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

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

Great time

highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Unique experience for our 2 night stay in Charleston. close to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

kKim M.

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

Nice stay

Enjoyed the stay but long walk to boat. Logan was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison F.

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

Fun stay!

Teenagers on a boat are way more fun than teenagers in a hotel room. We all had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

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

Great time, would do it again

You can't beat the price for accommodations in Charleston. You won't find a nicer "balcony" view than the one we had here. We would definitely do it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Hilary N.

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

Quiet and

The boats checked all the boxes we were looking for. Wanted to be on the water, quiet, and away from town a bit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

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

Beautiful Sunsets

Loved the sunset views. Staff to get us onto the Yacht was very accommodating. New and enjoyable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donell A.

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

Great time

Had a great time at the marina. Boat was very nice and roomy. Great neighbors at the dock. All accommodations provided. Nice greeter provided ice and champagne
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

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

Nice change of pace...

We had a great stay on the Dolce Vita. Would definitely choose this over a hotel for any future visits. Plenty of room for a family of 4. Beautiful views/sunsets and a good location. Watched a pod of dolphins swimming around the yachts which was a bonus to the stay. And Tanner, with Red Fin Charters, was a great host. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent D.

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

Beautiful and convenient

We had a wonderful time! We saw dolphins everyday. The sunsets were beautiful. The boat was very close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheri P.

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

Great hotel alternative

Stayed for four nights with my son on our first trip to Charleston, looking at a potential college. It was great to have two bedrooms and bathrooms, plus common space. The staff was very responsive, flexible, and helpful. I spent one afternoon on the back deck, sipping iced coffee and watching the dolphin pod on the other side of the dock. We also went out with Redfin for a fishing charter, which was excellent, Highly recommend. Would add Gogibop to the list of easily walkable restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

debra p., cary

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

Nice stay

Overall nice stay a few issues staff responded quickly. Woukd like to see cabin door lock , super comfortable beds. Well equipped , saw a few dolphins from back deck thank you logan and Andre we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

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