Vintage Classic Baby Girl (CAN BE DRIVEN BY YOU OR A CAPTAIN))
19 ft
Boat length
Up to 6
Passengers
Captain optional
This boat is rented with or without a captain
91%
Owner’s response rate
The boat
Relax and Enjoy the Sun on an Immaculate Classic Four Winns 205 SunDowner
Take a leisurely cruise along beautiful Lake Michigan onboard our beautiful SunDowner. This vessel along with all the others in our fleet are professionally cleaned after each rental returns from dropping anchor at the Navy Pier's Northside "Playpen" (the hub of activity on the lakefront) where renters go to enjoy the Chicago skyline to celebrate life's special event(s), and/or simply to treat themselves to a day out on the water "just because" you deserve it.
"Baby Girl," as this classic beauty is affectionately named, is equipped with a very clean, white glove, flushable, commode, a small cooler, updated fire extinguishers, first-aid kit and other safety equipment, as well has USCG Type-1 life vests for all passengers. She has a great JL Audio Sound System you can plug into either via Bluetooth, AUX or USB. This boat is perfect for an intimate group setting of up to 6 guests (with no more than 6 by Coast Guard regulations). For groups larger than 6 passengers, we suggest consider renting a matching size boat, or power boat in our fleet of four boats to fit your desired guest capacity beyond 6 for simultaneous bookings, where you can ride out to your seaside destination in tandem, side by side, boat by boat for Fun Fun Fun!
EXCURSION VERSIONS:
Other than dropping anchor at Navy Pier Northside Harbor (aka "The Playpen"), or Monroe's Buckingham Fountain, keep in mind the Chicago River offers interesting architecture and historical sites great for sightseeing as well. You name the event, we will name the cruiser from our fleet to accommodate your needs.
FIREWORKS:
During summer season (Wed/Sat) nights the City of Chicago presents a fantastic fireworks display at the heart of Navy Pier which is a sight to behold from the Lake. We offer our vessels for Firework Party Cruise rentals throughout the summer as well at a minimum of 3hrs in duration.
CRUISING START TIMES:
Daytime (10am);
Afternoon (3pm); and
Evening (8pm) (for fireworks display)
(Give or take 1 hour outside the times listed here)
SPECIAL WATER EVENT DAYS & HOLIDAYS:
Memorial Day (MAY)
Juneteenth (JUNE)
July 4th Weekend (JULY)
The Chicago Scene Party (Two "Scene" events) (JULY)
Venetian Night (AUGUST)
The Air & Water Show Weekend (AUGUST)
Labor Day Weekend (SEPTEMBER)
These are major show-stopping weekends with spectacular sites and lots of activity out on the water, thereby noting a 15% increased rental rate on these high demand, high activity dates.
CAPTAIN STRUCTURE:
Ours is a BARE BOAT RENTAL COMPANY ONLY, called "Chez Renee Voyage" where Captains are not included in our company's quoted prices listed herein. The Captains' fees are a separate transaction between renter and captain (this is a US Coast Guard Law), where you will hire the captain and pay them directly. You are welcome to hire your own licensed captain (with owner approval), or you may hire a captain from a list we shall provide you upon reservation completion whose familiar with our boats. Captains typically charge anywhere from $85-$100 per hour, with customary gratuity, so budget for that cost separately from the boat rental fee.
FUEL/CLEANING SURCHARGE:
There is an additional fuel and cleaning surcharge you will be expected to pay directly to us the day before departure. Fuel reimbursement will be $100 for our most popular itinerary to the playpen anchorage and back. Cleaning fee is $50 flat rate for any of the chartered slots, for a combined total of $150. Lastly, if a river cruise you choose, $250 additional for the reasons of extra fuel usage.
MARINA LOCATION/PARKING:
We are docked at 31st Street Marina Harbor which is about a 5-10 min taxi from downtown. There is paid parking available onsite, as well nearby, or hop a ride-share as a group. Drag a wagon to tote your belongings with ease.
If you have any questions, we can answer them through the Boatsetter messaging platform before paying. Simply press inquiry or book and we can take it from there.
Take a leisurely cruise along beautiful Lake Michigan onboard our beautiful SunDowner. This vessel along with all the others in our fleet are professionally cleaned after each rental returns from dropping anchor at the Navy Pier's Northside "Playpen" (the hub of activity on the lakefront) where renters go to enjoy the Chicago skyline to celebrate life's special event(s), and/or simply to treat themselves to a day out on the water "just because" you deserve it.
"Baby Girl," as this classic beauty is affectionately named, is equipped with a very clean, white glove, flushable, commode, a small cooler, updated fire extinguishers, first-aid kit and other safety equipment, as well has USCG Type-1 life vests for all passengers. She has a great JL Audio Sound System you can plug into either via Bluetooth, AUX or USB. This boat is perfect for an intimate group setting of up to 6 guests (with no more than 6 by Coast Guard regulations). For groups larger than 6 passengers, we suggest consider renting a matching size boat, or power boat in our fleet of four boats to fit your desired guest capacity beyond 6 for simultaneous bookings, where you can ride out to your seaside destination in tandem, side by side, boat by boat for Fun Fun Fun!
EXCURSION VERSIONS:
Other than dropping anchor at Navy Pier Northside Harbor (aka "The Playpen"), or Monroe's Buckingham Fountain, keep in mind the Chicago River offers interesting architecture and historical sites great for sightseeing as well. You name the event, we will name the cruiser from our fleet to accommodate your needs.
FIREWORKS:
During summer season (Wed/Sat) nights the City of Chicago presents a fantastic fireworks display at the heart of Navy Pier which is a sight to behold from the Lake. We offer our vessels for Firework Party Cruise rentals throughout the summer as well at a minimum of 3hrs in duration.
CRUISING START TIMES:
Daytime (10am);
Afternoon (3pm); and
Evening (8pm) (for fireworks display)
(Give or take 1 hour outside the times listed here)
SPECIAL WATER EVENT DAYS & HOLIDAYS:
Memorial Day (MAY)
Juneteenth (JUNE)
July 4th Weekend (JULY)
The Chicago Scene Party (Two "Scene" events) (JULY)
Venetian Night (AUGUST)
The Air & Water Show Weekend (AUGUST)
Labor Day Weekend (SEPTEMBER)
These are major show-stopping weekends with spectacular sites and lots of activity out on the water, thereby noting a 15% increased rental rate on these high demand, high activity dates.
CAPTAIN STRUCTURE:
Ours is a BARE BOAT RENTAL COMPANY ONLY, called "Chez Renee Voyage" where Captains are not included in our company's quoted prices listed herein. The Captains' fees are a separate transaction between renter and captain (this is a US Coast Guard Law), where you will hire the captain and pay them directly. You are welcome to hire your own licensed captain (with owner approval), or you may hire a captain from a list we shall provide you upon reservation completion whose familiar with our boats. Captains typically charge anywhere from $85-$100 per hour, with customary gratuity, so budget for that cost separately from the boat rental fee.
FUEL/CLEANING SURCHARGE:
There is an additional fuel and cleaning surcharge you will be expected to pay directly to us the day before departure. Fuel reimbursement will be $100 for our most popular itinerary to the playpen anchorage and back. Cleaning fee is $50 flat rate for any of the chartered slots, for a combined total of $150. Lastly, if a river cruise you choose, $250 additional for the reasons of extra fuel usage.
MARINA LOCATION/PARKING:
We are docked at 31st Street Marina Harbor which is about a 5-10 min taxi from downtown. There is paid parking available onsite, as well nearby, or hop a ride-share as a group. Drag a wagon to tote your belongings with ease.
If you have any questions, we can answer them through the Boatsetter messaging platform before paying. Simply press inquiry or book and we can take it from there.
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Owned by
Cheryl
5.0
(9 ratings)
Amenities
Bathroom
Stereo
Stereo Aux Input
Bluetooth audio
Cooler / Ice chest
Air conditioning
Swim ladder
Wifi
Anchor
Specifications
Year
1988
Length
19 ft.
Make
Four Winns Boats
Model
205 Sundowner
Capacity
6
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Boat owner
Cheryl
5.0
(9 bookings)
I have a passion for boat life, as has been demonstrated by the 18 years of being out on Lake Michigan waters, summer after summer. I am a people person that's pretty ambitious, resourceful, goal-oriented, adventurous, fair and fun loving. I seem to take on careers that make people happy because making people happy makes me happy. In so doing, I take on these monumental tasks sometimes bigger than myself, and yet somehow seem to always meet these challenges head-on with strength & tenacity, serendipitously; making things look easier than they actually are; i.e. 3 foot spas for 10 years, called "My Happy Feet" (which was the first of my kind, American and Black-owned); to now renting a fleet of boats, (another first), being the first female to head up, own, and rent a fleet of boats on Lake Michigan. Who knew? Anyway, I would love it if you would come boat with me at the Chez Renee Voyage enclave someday.
See profile- Response rate: 91%
- Avg. response time: < 24 hours
Things to know
Allowed on boat
pets
swimming
alcohol
kids under 12
glass bottles
shoes
liveaboard
red wine
Cancellation policy strict
- Free cancellations until 30 days before the booking start time.
- 50% refund for cancellations between 15-30 days before the booking start time.
- Cancellations within 14 days of the booking start time are non-refundable.
Commercial owner
This boat belongs to a Commercial Owner, an independent boat rental company. A Commercial Owner is an independent, Boatsetter-approved boat rental company who provides their own insurance to their guests.
Security deposit
A security deposit hold (not a charge) will be placed on your credit card 48 hours before your booking starts to cover any incidental damage that may occur during your rental. This hold is released 48 hours after the booking is complete, if no claims are made. The security deposit amount for the boat you are booking will be outlined during the check-out process.
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If requested, the owner can provide a list of available captains for bareboat charter or the renter can use their own qualified captain. If the boat is being time chartered, the owner will provide the Captain.