Georg

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About Georg

“I'm a long-time San Francisco resident, and the owner of the Catalina 36 listed here. You'll communicate with either myself or one of my designated captains. I have been sailing on the San Francisco Bay for ten+ years. I love being on the water, and also below the surface as a certified scuba instructor. My captains share a love for the water, and have extensive experience in blue water sailing, globe circumnavigation, or sailing instructions.”


Aboard since 2014

From San Francisco, CA

Reviews of Georg (87)

  • Magnus
    Magnus
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 21st

    We had a great sailing day on Georg's Catalina 36. The boat is in good shape and everything was in good working order and neat and clean. Georg's descriptions and instructions were fantastic and made everything easy. He also provided a lot of great ideas for our sailing itinerary. I'd love to sail on his boat again in the future and would highly recommend him and his boat.

  • Arnar
    Arnar
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Nov. 02nd

    Georg was great, even though he was abroad he fixed everything remotely, and made sure we could get to the boat. The boat is great for cruising on the bay or an overnight, roomy, very clean and fast and stable.

  • Kate
    Kate
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 10th

    Greg organized an excellent trip for us. Despite part of our team being an hour late, he didn't complain. We agreed to sail for 2 hours instead of 3, but in the end, he extended the sailing to 3 hours complimentary. He shared the history of San Francisco and treated us to awe-inspiring sunsets and a magnificent night view of the city from the water.

  • Felix
    Felix
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 10th

    Had a great trip sailing the bay. S.V. Seahorse is in splendid condition, is very turn-key and it sails just perfectly! We even had whales come by to check out our crew! Georg was wonderful, very accomodating and very helpful with explaining the boat to us. Highly recommendable and will do it again next time I'm in SF!

  • Tracy
    Tracy
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 01st

    The boat was lovely.

  • Bill
    Bill
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 25th

    I simple could not say enough to express what a great time we had, and how wonderful both the the host and the boat were. Boat is in great shape and immaculately clean. I have recommended this boat to everyone I meet that is headed to San Fran. Good Sailing

  • Courtney
    Courtney
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Feb. 17th

    This was such a magical experience -- sunset sail in the Bay! Georg was super fast in responding to my questions and was able to accommodate a last-minute request. Marc (Captain) was absolutely amazing -- great stories.

    Highly highly recommend.

  • Daniel
    Daniel
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Nov. 28th

    Georg was very easy to rent from and keeps his boat in great shape. We had an excellent day on the bay and can't wait to sail again. Thank you for sharing your wonderful boat with us.

  • Peter
    Peter
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 11th

    Georg is great to work with and his Catalina 36 is docked in a great location and wonderful for a day sail on the bay!

  • David
    David
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 09th

    Great day.
    Booked a Mother's Day sail for our family of four.
    Georg was super friendly, easy to deal with, competent/safe, gave us a nice cruise, boat was nice, everything was A+.
    No complaints and would definitely do it again.
    Was a great day out.

  • Gloria
    Gloria
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Nov. 07th

    Georg was great with communication. His boat was also great! Fits 7 people quite cozy.

  • Joe
    Joe
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jan. 24th

    Boat was in great condition, everything worked perfectly. Georg is also very accommodating and a good owner to work with.

  • Joe
    Joe
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 23rd

    Once again, great boat, great owner. Will rent again.

  • Patrick
    Patrick
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 21st

    The boat was in beautiful condition and was the perfect size for the four of us to explore the bay. The cabin is surprisingly large and spacious -- lots of room to store food/drink and a comfortable bathroom. The deck has plenty of room to sit and we really enjoyed moving forward to sit close to the bow, dangling our feet over the edges. All in all, I would absolutely rent this craft again.

  • Tracy
    Tracy
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 01st

    Captain Georg was awesome. He was friendly and personable. He was also very knowledgeable not only about sailing but about the history of the Bay and the City.

  • Elena
    Elena
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 22nd

    I love the boat and the experience. Georg is a great person and he even explain us interesting history about San Francisco buildings. It was super nice to spend time in the boat and have a nice picnic there. Totally recommended.

  • samuel
    samuel
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 08th

    Very organized renter; great boat which handled very well a choppy swell on the Bay, both days in a row! On top of that rather reasonably priced. Highly recommend!

  • Andrea
    Andrea
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Feb. 15th

    Great boat in great conditions! Georg was very responsive and helpful through the process.

  • Kate
    Kate
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 10th

  • Thomas
    Thomas
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jan. 15th

  • Peter
    Peter
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 03rd

    Seahorse was great and working with Georg was a pleasure look forward to renting with him again soon!

  • Tara
    Tara
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 07th

    We had such a great time on Georg's boat.
    The day on the water was absolutely beautiful , and the company of Georg's sailing instructor/ Captain (Marc) was fantastic.
    I can't recommend Georg and Seahorse highly enough.
    His boat is beautifully maintained, and Georg was a pleasure to work with.

    Thanks again for an amazing day on The Bay!

  • Stu
    Stu
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Nov. 01st

    Renting the Catalina 36 from George was great. The entire experience was easy quick and fairly priced. I am still amazed this whole thing is even possible and true. By far the highlight of my trip to SF. The boat is in a prefect starting location to explore the bay. The Catalina 36 is rigged for easy sailing and accommodated 7 people very comfortably.

  • Gonzalo
    Gonzalo
    4/5 stars (4/5)
    Apr. 24th

    It was a successful experience I planed my party in a boat two days before and every things was perfect.
    Georg call me early in the morning and we met at time in the Pear 40
    When I finished always was perfect without problems
    I recommended

  • Mike
    Mike
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Mar. 29th

    George's boat is a pleasure to sail and a perfect way to enjoy the bay on a warm weekend. I will definitely be renting from him again.

  • Charles
    Charles
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 09th

    This was our second time on the Seahorse, and it was wonderful. Georg and Shaunte were incredibly accommodating, especially considering some challenges with my group's timing. The boat was in great shape and sails very easily. Winds were pretty strong, probably upwards of 25 knots through the slot, so we sailed with a reefed main and about 2/3 of the jib most of the day, and she held up great and didn't scare the first-timers on board with us. We made it up to the Richmond San Rafael bridge and back for a great half day on the bay.

  • Peter
    Peter
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 13th

    Cant wait to get back on this boat, great working with George and seahorse is in great condition for a day on the bay.

  • Bill
    Bill
    4/5 stars (4/5)
    Jun. 28th

    I took relatives from the east coast out for a day on the bay, They had a great time. Seahorse provided a comfortable sail right out of South Beach. The Catalina handled extremely well in 20 knot breezes under the Gate to showing off going wing and wing through Racoon Straights. It is an older boat, but well maintained and easy to handle. Georg was great to work with, excellent communication. I felt like I had sailed the boat a dozen times before I ever got there. Definitely recommend taking Seahorse for a ride.

  • Andrea
    Andrea
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Mar. 22nd

    Seahorse is a very nice and comfortable boat. Georg was always available and responsive. I had a great experience!

  • Vineet
    Vineet
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Feb. 16th

    My friends and family had a fantastic time in the bay with Georg's boat. It had everything we needed with clear instructions, from start to finish. The marina is conveniently located near the ball park and parking is a breeze in their lot. Really looking forward to my next trip out!

  • Joe
    Joe
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 15th

    As usual, great boat, great owner. This is the third time I've taken this boat out, and boat gets nicer every time. Georg has put a lot of time and energy into keeping this boat in great working order!

    In addition, he's an incredibly accommodating owner that responds immediately to inquiries.

  • Sparsh
    Sparsh
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Mar. 10th

    A very beautiful sailboat! Rocks gently on the waves.

  • Lisa
    Lisa
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Apr. 13th

    Beautiful boat that was wonderful to be sailing on!! So clean, had everything we needed, very spacious

  • Schuyler
    Schuyler
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 01st

    Marc was fantastic! He made our day feel extremely special. He's a talented captain and a very friendly person. Our day was filled with a mix of relaxation and great sailing. I couldn't have asked for more and I'm looking forward to sailing with Marc again!

  • Matt
    Matt
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 21st

    Another great day on Seahorse! Great working with Connor and Georg -- can't wait for the next weekend adventure.

  • Ryan
    Ryan
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 12th

    Boat was perfect size for our group of four and in great shape.

  • Carl
    Carl
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 12th

    We thoroughly enjoyed our day on Seahorse. We arrived to find the boat is in very good shape, with a number of nice upgrades and a well maintained boat. The sails were rigged to raise and lower easily and the engine started easily and ran smoothly. The electric head was a first for us and a definite plus. The owner George was terrific – touching base with us several times before our sail and asking how it went at the end of the day. We highly recommend Seahorse and Georg and look forward to sailing Seahorse again. This was our first time with Boatbound, which also exceeded our expectations – reminding us in advance of our sail, emailing insurance policies and, in case we needed it, contact numbers for towing services or claims. We did not need these items, but they were good to have with us in case we did.

    We enjoyed a sail from South Beach Harbor past Alcatraz to the Golden Gate Bridge, returning past the Sausalito harbor front. Seahorse handled the conditions beautifully. It was quite fun to arrive at the Marina just before a Giants evening game – a few people in our party walked over to the game.

  • Shasta
    Shasta
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jan. 19th

    We loved Georg's boat-- it was clean and well-appointed, kept in great shape. He was easy to work with and the Bay was gorgeous! We'll look forward to renting another time!

  • Rob
    Rob
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jan. 03rd

    Our rental experience with Georg was extremely positive and hassle-free. Georg was very responsive to our questions and provided a straight-forward rental experience. The Catalina was in great shape and located in a convenient location near downtown. We had an excellent day-sail and look forward to renting from Georg again. Thanks!!

  • Jeff
    Jeff
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 02nd

    Had a great time with 3 friends aboard Seahorse cruising the bay. Georg was a pleasure to engage with. Very responsive, check in/check out was a breeze. Boat was exactly as advertised. Like the other reviewers, I hope to take her out again soon!

  • Martin
    Martin
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Mar. 21st

    Seahorse is a great boat! We sailed her in all sorts of weather conditions. Started the day with 8 knots and lots of sun, finished the day with fog, 20 knots and gusts at 25. Main was easy to reef, roller furling jib was much appreciated too :)

    The galley is very well maintained, there is plenty of space for 6 people inside.

    Georg was awesome, he takes great care of his boat, is very responsive and made the check-in/check-out process a breeze.

    Can't wait to go back!

  • Cameron
    Cameron
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 29th

    An excellent bareboat rental for the bay. It sailed well in winds of 5kt (all sails) up to 26kt (reefed main, no or partial jib). The mainsail stackpack, a good reef point, and roller furling jib made it easy to adapt to changing winds. Weather helm is well controlled and stability was very good with only minor spray. It is kept in great condition. The manager and owner were clear, professional and did exactly what they said they would. Nice harbor too. We're definitely planning to come back.

  • Marin
    Marin
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 08th

    Great, classic 36' Catalina that's rigged perfectly for an amazing sailing experience in the Bay! Georg is very friendly and has GREAT instructions to get you going fast and safely. I've chartered this boat twice now and will continue to come back. Thanks Georg!!!

  • William
    William
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Feb. 08th

  • John
    John
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 19th

    I had an excellent time on the seahorse. The boat is easy to manage and very well kept. We were pretty comfortable with 10 people for the day but I wouldn't take anymore.

  • Christopher
    Christopher
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 19th

    Georg was very responsive and made the logistics easy. Very convenient location, with parking passes. The boat was exactly what I expected from talking/emailing with Georg. It was very comfortable for our 7 person crew. I will rent again with Georg.

  • Elena
    Elena
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 22nd

    Georg is a great person. He is the perfect fit for guide people and make it interesting. He was super nice and helpful, he explained us interesting history about San Francisco buildings. He understood perfectly the type of experience we were looking for. Highly recommended.

  • Olivia
    Olivia
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Mar. 31st

    The most fun and easy/seamless experience ever. Georg could not have been more responsive or supportive as we tried to set things up and was true to his word at every step. And the boat was amazing! Highly recommend

  • Michael
    Michael
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 24th

    Georg is a wonderful host and captain. His vessel is

    He explained everything throughly, without rushing through anything. We had one person that has an aversion to open water. By the end of the trip, this person was at ease and was asking Georg for a business card (to go again).

    He is a fantastic storyteller, sharing his knowledge of the San Francisco waterfront and the city at large.

    I highly recommend Georg. He’s the best!

  • Michael
    Michael
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Apr. 24th

    Wonderful boat, well maintained, made for a great time. Flexible in changing reservation time due to weather conditions as well!

  • Matthew
    Matthew
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 07th

    Great space! Good size for 6 people. Owner very responsive with questions ahead of time

  • Andrew
    Andrew
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 24th

    Everyone on board had an AWESOME time! Georg was extremely helpful and even helped us figure out a great route to take to see all the major sites the Bay has to offer. The boat sailed wonderfully and was fully taken care of.

  • Peter
    Peter
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Nov. 01st

    The boat was great, and you definitely can't beat the location. Thanks Georg!

  • Michael
    Michael
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 24th

    Georg is a wonderful host and captain. His vessel is

    He explained everything throughly, without rushing through anything. We had one person that has an aversion to open water. By the end of the trip, this person was at ease and was asking Georg for a business card (to go again).

    He is a fantastic storyteller, sharing his knowledge of the San Francisco waterfront and the city at large.

    I highly recommend Georg. He’s the best!

  • Judson
    Judson
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Mar. 27th

    Georg was super friendly and helpful. The experience was hassle-free and the boat was well-cared for, clean, and ready to sail. She's a great boat at a great cost. I will surely rent this boat again!

  • Muhammed
    Muhammed
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 07th

  • Matthew
    Matthew
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 10th

    Georg and the Seahorse were amazing!! I took his boat out with a couple of colleagues and had an incredible day on the Bay! Georg was incredibly responsive, helpful and quick to answer any of the questions I had. I highly recommend booking this boat if you're looking to have a great day out on the Bay.

  • Joe
    Joe
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Nov. 08th

    Everything as advertised, very flexible with rental. Thanks!

  • Vlad
    Vlad
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Dec. 25th

    Georg's Catalina was great! It's in a great location in the city with easy access to the Bay. We had a great day sailing in 10-15 knots of wind and only used the motor for a short while to come in and out of the slip. Georg was also very responsive over the phone and provided all of the information about the boat that I needed. My guests and I had a wonderful time and I would love to charter this boat again!

  • Peter
    Peter
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 24th

    Seahorse is a great boat and perfect for a day out on the bay, she is a great location and Georg is a pleasure to work with. I will be back for a 4th charter soon!

  • Minu
    Minu
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 26th

  • Andrew
    Andrew
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 22nd

    Great experience. Boat is in great condition. Perfect location. Everyone was very helpful

  • Matt
    Matt
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Feb. 20th

    Georg was very accommodating and provided great recommendations for a day sail. Seahorse has obviously been kept in immaculate condition and is very well-appointed. I would definitely recommend working with him and am looking forward to another rental!

  • Rob
    Rob
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Nov. 23rd

    Had a great sail on the Seahorse. Georg made everything very easy. The boat is in good shape for her age, and Georg was upfront about her condition so there were no surprises. Overall it was a good value and I will take her out again.

  • Mark
    Mark
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Dec. 03rd

    Our company had planned a half day outing after morning rain, and things couldn't have gone more smoothly. The Cat 36 is a classic, spacious cruiser beautifully maintained by Georg and with a fresh breeze under the Golden Gate, we smoothly exceeded 8 kts. I would also highly recommend this craft for either a family overnight behind Angel's Island or weekend outing, as well. She is a beauty, Georg.

  • Mark
    Mark
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 16th

    Georg was absolutely wonderful and my group of 6 people had a wonderful time sailing on the bay. The whole trip was absolutely flawless. Thank you!

  • Peter
    Peter
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 30th

    Georg gets easier to work with every time and keeps improving Seahorse, cant wait to get back on her again. Easily handled the summer "breeze" in the afternoon! I will be back soon.

  • Muhammed
    Muhammed
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 07th

    What a treat! Dress warm and enjoy the ride. Georg was a great captain and owner. Very knowledgeable and accommodating. Perfect for our family of 4.

  • Charles
    Charles
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 18th

    We had a great day on the bay with the Seahorse. She was very easy to sail and Connor and Georg were incredibly attentive and helpful before and on the day of the sail.

  • Damien
    Damien
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 17th

    Coming from France to visit San Francisco, we rent the Catalina 36, and it was awesome!
    The boat was very clean and full ready for sail, we also appreciated the comfort.
    Georg has been very helpful regarding all ours needs.
    Thanks again for this wonderful week end!
    We really enjoy "Seahorse"

  • Duke
    Duke
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Dec. 06th

    I chartered Seahorse for two consecutive days, and Georg was incredibly helpful! Not only that, but the Catalina 36 was clean and in great working order. The only problem is that 2 days was not enough. Therefore, I will definitely be chartering Seahorse again!

  • Katie
    Katie
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 10th

    Amazing experience! The owner and captain were super accommodating and available last minute!

  • Howard
    Howard
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 07th

    This Catalina 36 is the perfect size for a small sailing party and for cruising on the San Francisco Bay. It is well equipped, and while big enough to navigate the sometimes lively bay waters, is compact enough to provide a thrilling sailing experience.

  • Steve
    Steve
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 27th

    Georg's boat was great for a day on the bay with half a dozen friends. The boat is clean, everything worked great, and Georg made it easy to get on the water. Definitely plan to rent again!

  • Matt
    Matt
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 11th

    I have rented Seahorse twice now, and have had stellar experiences both times. Georg is responsive and very helpful. Seahorse is in great condition, and perfect for cruising around the Bay. I will definitely rent her again soon.

  • Gary
    Gary
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 25th

    Georg was super friendly, informative, and responsive. His boat was clean, comfortable, safe, well maintained, and in a great location. Definitely recommended!

  • Leo
    Leo
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 11th

    Renting Catalina was a pleasure. She is very easy to handle and we had such a great day around the bay. Georg was extremely nice and helpful. He provided ton of great documentation and tips to make our day as wonderful as possible.

    I would definitively rent Catalina again !

  • Andrea
    Andrea
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Feb. 28th

    This was my second time taking Seahorse out and had an amazing time! Georg responded promptly to my request and was extremely available.

  • Matthew
    Matthew
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Mar. 28th

    Great day on San Francisco bay! Seahorse held together beautifully - making a healthy 8 knots underway in steady breeze!

  • Noah
    Noah
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 20th

    Wonderful boat for a day sail on the bay.

  • Alex
    Alex
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Apr. 18th

    Had a great day out on Seahorse! The boat is immaculate and sails well, the cabin is very spacious and well-kept, there's even an electric head (no pump).

    Georg was a pleasure to speak with, very knowledgable, professional and friendly. I definitely plan on taking the Seahorse out again and can't recommend it highly enough!

  • Daniel
    Daniel
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Apr. 04th

    Great boat and easy to sail. Georg was very easy to work with. We had an awesome time.

  • Nick
    Nick
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 04th

    We had an excellent time on our cruise with Seahorse. The checkout process was very informative and the boat was perfect for our party of 7. We would absolutely rent again. Great opportunity to have a well keep boat so close in the city. Thank you!

  • Morgan
    Morgan
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 09th

  • Afshin
    Afshin
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jan. 25th

    The boat was the perfect size for our crew! We were able to sit 6 people comfortably on the top deck and if anyone needed more space there was the downstairs area too.

  • Judson
    Judson
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Apr. 30th

    Super easy and very enjoyable experience, again!

  • John
    John
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Feb. 08th

    A classic Catalina. The Sea Horse is a well kept 36 and a treat to be aboard. Thank you Georg! As a fellow Catalina owner it was just the boat we wanted for a sail in the bay. Perfect weather too.