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SEA RAY BOATS SUNDANCER 520 in Chicago, IL
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The Charter Everyone Thinks They Booked — Until They See This One

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55 ft
Boat length
Up to 12
Passengers
No captain
The renter can operate the boat
100%
Owner’s response rate

The boat

55 feet of floating penthouse — where the sound hits, the space flows, and your entire crew levels up the second you step onboard.

This 55’ Sea Ray 520 Flybridge isn’t here to compete with other boats in Chicago.
It’s here to make them irrelevant.

Built for flow, not friction — this yacht gives your group something most charters don’t: space that actually works.

Flybridge up top for the views.
Cockpit for the conversation.
Bow for the sun.
Salon when you want to reset.

No bottlenecks. No awkward crowding. Just a layout that lets the day breathe.

The sound system?
Crisp. Balanced. Everywhere.
Not loud for the sake of loud — tuned for the kind of energy your group wants to keep all day.

Sliding glass doors open the entire main level so inside and outside become one continuous space — which is exactly how a boat like this should feel.

And then there’s everything else we’ve already handled before you even step onboard:

✔️ Multiple decks with real, usable seating
✔️ Premium audio throughout the entire yacht
✔️ Seamless indoor/outdoor layout
✔️ Water toys + float gear included
✔️ Navy Pier departure — zero hassle, zero hike
✔️ Experienced crew that runs the day right

This isn’t a rental.
It’s a properly run day on a properly built yacht.

Departs from Navy Pier Marina, Chicago
You bring the vibe. We’ll meet you there.
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Douglas
Owned by
Douglas

Amenities

Bathroom
Stereo
Stereo Aux Input
Bluetooth audio
Floating mat
Inflatable toys
Floating island
Cooler / Ice chest
Air conditioning
Swim ladder
Children's life jackets
Wifi
Deck shower
Refrigerator
Anchor
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Specifications

Year
2019
Length
55 ft.
Make
SEA RAY BOATS
Model
SUNDANCER 520
Capacity
12
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Date
Duration
Start time
Terms
  • Fuel is included.
  • Security deposit: $0.
  • Cancellation policy:
  • Charter type: Bareboat

Ratings & reviews

Boat location

Exact location information is provided after a booking is confirmed.

Your crew

Boat owner
Douglas
Douglas
Lake Affect Charters delivers elevated yacht experiences from Chicago’s most iconic location — Navy Pier Marina. We include more complimentary amenities than any other charter company in Chicago (and it’s not even close). From floating islands to keepsake photos and onboard comforts, everything is designed to upgrade your day. Impeccably maintained yachts, professional crews, and skyline views make every charter unforgettable
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  • Response rate: 100%
  • Avg. response time: < 2 hours

Things to know

Allowed on boat

pets
swimming
smoking
alcohol
kids under 12
shoes
  • Free cancellations until 24 hours before the booking start time.
  • Cancellations within 24 hours of the booking start time are non-refundable.
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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.

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.