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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 235 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Kitchen

Dryer

Outdoor space

Ocean view

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SF, CA

Pier 391 min walk
Aquarium of the Bay3 min walk
Lombard Street2 min drive
San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)33 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Aft Cabin

2 Single Beds

Forward Cabin

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Aft Bathroom

Toilet

Forward Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Dining Area

About this property

"Lucky Star" is a 1984 38ft yacht with a lot of charm and all the amenities for a unique San Francisco experience. She's clean, well-maintained and has a private suite, two bathrooms, galley kitchen, WiFi and a full shower.

Walk to fine dining, nightlife, Fishermans Wharf, North Beach, and many other San Francisco attractions and landmarks. Or, enjoy a glass of wine on the back deck and rock yourself to sleep in your private cabin. Experience the sights and sounds of Pier 39 and the San Francisco Bay.

Overnight parking is available at the Pier 39 parking garage. For the safety of our guests.... no smoking, candles or pets, and the vessel will remain in its berth. Boarding the boat requires some physical agility. Guests prone to sea-sickness should take precautions.

Property manager

Jeff

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Ocean view

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Breakfast available

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Minimum age to rent: 26

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Adults only

For safety we do allow toddlers or children.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

For safety, no candles, incense or open flames.

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 and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number STR-4598321

We should mention

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

About the area

San Francisco

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Fisherman's Wharf, a neighbourhood in San Francisco. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include California Academy of Sciences and San Francisco Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching, wildlife walks and power boating.

SF, CA

What's nearby

Pier 39 - 1 min walk
Aquarium of the Bay - 3 min walk
Ghirardelli Square - 15 min walk
Alcatraz Island - 2 min drive
Lombard Street - 2 min drive

Getting around

The Embarcadero & Stockton St Stop - 2 min walk
San Francisco Station - 6 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pier 39 - ‬1 min walk
‪Boudin Bakery Café Baker's Hall - ‬7 min walk
‪Fog Harbor Fish House - ‬1 min walk
‪Hard Rock Cafe - ‬2 min walk
‪Pier Market Seafood Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Yacht in San Francisco pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Private Yacht in San Francisco located?

Located in Fisherman's Wharf, this houseboat is within 1 mile (2 km) of Aquarium of the Bay, Pier 39 and Ghirardelli Square. Moscone Convention Center and Alcatraz Island are also within 3 miles (5 km). The Embarcadero & Stockton St Stop and Beach St & Stockton St Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

27 Sept 2022

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

3 nights aboard a boat - awesome fun

Jeff greeted us onboard to show as the ropes. Location was perfect for us and what we had planned. We slept well with the slow rocking of the boat and even had seals for neighbors. Fantastic experience highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

15 Oct 2023

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

Awesome Stay!

We had a fabulous time staying on the boat! Such a unique experience, right at Pier 39. Jeff did a great job communicating and helping making our stay easy and memorable. He also gave us several excellent dinner and breakfast recommendations.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Carl B.

16 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Pier 39 Yacht stay

I was surprised when I received the 'instructions' the day before we arrived. It said the owner preferred us to not use the head. If we did use it we needed to turn on the electrical sewage pump prior to flushing and off after. The electrical panel is in the wheelhouse not the heads (2). They did include instructions and a FOB to allow us access to the Marina's restrooms. It was only a mere 100 meters away. Not the best thing for an urgent need. Other than the 'head' issue it is a great location, a little cramped in the sleeping quarters. Very private and quiet considering the activity at the Pier- massive amounts of people all day.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri T.

9 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful

Our stay was a great getaway!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

17 July 2023

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

Amazing stay!

What a fun place to stay! Jeff was so amazing and very nice! I would 110% stay on here again!! Great location too!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua N.

27 Apr 2023

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

Great experience

I didn’t sleep much due to the sounds of the ocean. Bring ear plugs! Great host and boat! Stocked frig with beer! 👍m

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

abbie k.

6 Oct 2022

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

Amazing spot

Everything was amazing and Jeff was so accommodating and helpful on every part of the trip. I would absolutely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

6 Oct 2022

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

Great Accommodations

We spent three nights and had a wonderful time. What a great location…footsteps away from Pier 39. Our vacation plans were a combination of activities but with plans to relax from our busy day to day schedules. These accommodations were perfect for this. We met some great people on the dock and Jeff could not have been more accommodating! Thank you for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corie C.

29 Aug 2022

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

Unique Experience

First off, Jeff is very friendly and accommodating. Communication was great when I had questions etc. He met us at the boat when we arrived and thoroughly went through how everything worked and explained the Marina amenities. The boat was great. There were three of us staying and we had adequate space. It is located very conveniently on Pier 39. Lots of restaurants and things to do. There is a CVS and a Safeway nearby if you need anything. The sea lions are on the other side of the pier. We loved going over each morning to watch their antics but we couldn't hear them from the boat which was nice. There's something special about ending the day with a glass of wine on the deck listening to the sounds of the ocean. We loved our stay on the Lucky Star! I definitely recommend it if you want something out of the ordinary and memorable!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

16 July 2022

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

Great experience

Jeff was a great host and good communicator . He regularly checked everything was ok. The food and drink basket was very thoughtful. Great experience on the boat and location was excellent .

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

26 Mar 2020

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

Great place to stay in S.F.

Jeff was great! Location, location, location, the yacht is right on Pier 39. Thank you for the great place to stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

John F.

26 Nov 2019

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

Unique and Memorable Experience

Had a very comfortable and memorable stay. It was our first time visiting San Francisco and couldn't think of a better place to stay. The dock is very secure and there wasn't a single time we didn't feel safe. Had great communication with Jeff the entire time. Jeff was very accommodating and we would not hesitate to stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debra J., USA

12 Sept 2019

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

Two Girls and a Yacht

Our first adventure on a berthed yacht was AMAZING! We slept like babies! Location was beyond perfect!! Jeff was a 10 Star host and was there for us every step of the way and even “checked” on us to make sure all was ok. Word of caution: ALWAYS remember to turn the Head pump on before flushing! Haha! Highly recommended and hope to visit again! Thanks Jeff!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

3 Aug 2019

Great stay Close to many great areas

Great

Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

13 July 2019

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

Fun time

Great location and fun on boat!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

16 May 2019

Perfect position,host & accommodation, needs nothing else.

Our host Jeff was helpful, kind and friendly. He welcomed us to SF and they was a welcome basket on the yacht.The yacht was in a perfect position close to all the attractions in the city but quiet and private. The yacht was clean and well equipped with good quality bedding. If we had any questions Jeff was always quick to help us. I would highly recommend this to my friends.

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

4 May 2018

Lucky Star was a Lucky find

We had a great time aboard the Lucky Star. Great accommodations, great location, and great owner who took care of us. Thank you Jeff

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nikki T., Leduc, Alberta, Canada

4 May 2018

Best time on Pier 39

Our stay was everything we hoped for. Lots of room for 4 adults. Near everything on Fisherman's Wharf. We slept like babies every night. It was quiet at night. We loved the deck to sit on in the morning with our coffee and at night with a glass of wine. Jeff was amazing meeting us at the dock and calling to make sure everything was going great with our stay. If you are looking for a unique stay this rental has it all. Thank you Jeff.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

r l.

7 Feb 2018

Interesting option vs a hotel room.

Lucky Star became a unique part of my SF experience, not just a place to sleep. Location at Pier 39 was perfect for my 5 nights. Sea lions not an issue. Ideal for one person tho’ sleeps 4. Each night I looked forward to the forward cabin’s warm comforter and the boat’s motion and sounds. Enjoyed an afternoon nap on the sun-warmed bridge bench. Toss a few CD’s in your suitcase; nice player there. Very limited TV. Reconsider if you expect fancy, have lots or big luggage, are tall or claustrophobic or have bad knees or balance issues. Late January days were in 50’s; nights in mid-40’s; used heater from sunset to bedtime. Good size fridge; has electric burners; toaster; kettle. Tiny sink and little prep space. Trader Joe’s a few blocks away. Bring or buy bottled water. Jeff was a pleasure to deal with and always responded quickly to my emails.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M., Boulder

31 Jan 2018

Glamping in San Fran!

What a refreshing and unique way to vacation in San Francisco. The boat was just what we were looking for and it was nice falling asleep to the rocking of the boat. There is so much to see and do within walking distance and our teen girls (for once) really enjoyed their vacation. Jeff was very helpful and responsive. I can't wait to come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jordan O.

20 Nov 2017

Awesome Experience

We visited San Francisco for a conference, and were thrilled when we stumbled upon Jeff's boat as an option. Jeff was an exceptional host - giving us a personalized tour and ensured we were comfortable in all respects - extra bedding, additional showers as required, heater if needed, and how to turn on the party lights if we wanted to enjoy an evening above deck! We truly enjoyed the entire experience and felt that we were welcomed guests. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Jeff to anyone else, and am confident you'll enjoy both the location as well as the experience sleeping on the boat! It was fantastic! Thanks Jeff!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

5 Oct 2017

In the center of activity

We had a great time, Jeff is a great host and made sure we had everything we needed. I recommend this experience, the location is nicely located in the center of many activities we enjoyed. Tom and Julie

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shane E.

29 Sept 2017

Unique home-base in San Fran!

This was a great experience staying on a boat in the heart of it all in San Fran!! Right next to the action (pier 39), and perfectly equipped for an extra long weekend (coffee pot, fridge, etc). The boat itself is very comfortable, and it was a plus that each couple had their own bathroom on the boat. The seas rocked us back and forth and we slept like babies. The owner Jeff was wonderful from the start, and answered any questions we had. We will remember the glasses of wine on the deck in the evening and the friendly seal we met one morning in the Pier. Would definitely recommend and stay again! Cheers,

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

29 Sept 2017

Beyond Perfect!

First of all, Jeff is one of the nicest people I've ever met. The entire yacht experience was incredible!! It was the biggest boat on the dock and so safe, so fun, so clean. 24-7 security, not noisy at all even though it was conveniently located right on Pier 39. One of us has motion sickness yet we both loved being gently rocked to sleep and didn't even open the Dramamine or Bonine we brought. It was so soothing and peaceful, we already miss it. Jeff was incredibly accommodating and even greeted us the night we arrived to show us around onboard. We simply couldn't ask for anything better. THANK YOU SO MUCH, Jeff! We so appreciate you opening your yacht up for the public to enjoy :-)

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dan J., Nashville

27 July 2017

Super experience!

So happy I chose this particular rental. Owner was great to deal with...always accommodating. This was our very first time we stayed on a yacht. First night we were nervous because of the mild rocking back and forth but thereafter we all slept wonderfully. If you desire to be where the action is, yet also be to yourselves then this place meets both. Can't rave enough about our stay. Very memorable experience. Family wants to come back again. Thanks Jeff

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

About the host

Hosted by Jeff

I am the 3rd owner of Lucky Star and take pride in maintaining her and providing you with a comfortable and safe stay. I've owned her for 10 years and often stay on her with family and friends.

Why they chose this property

For less than the cost of a hotel, you can have a one of a kind San Francisco Bay vacation on the water. Everything you need is walking distance. Wake up in the morning with a cup of coffee on the back deck, go explore San Francisco, and end your day with a drink on the flybridge.

The Pier 39 Marina has tidal surges and swells that cause the boat to rock. Please consider this if you are prone to seasickness.