72 foot Luxury Custom Houseboat "Big Dog" | Boat Rental in Bethel Island

Q: How much does it cost per night to stay in Bethel Island boat rental?

Best-rates for the Bethel Island boat rental starts from $409 per night with includes TV, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Air Conditioner, Fireplace/Heating, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Parking with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

9.8 (95 Reviews) | 4 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom 8 Guests

Bethel Island Boat Rental | 72 foot Luxury Custom Houseboat "Big Dog"

4 Bedroom Boat Rental in Bethel Island

Big Dog pricing is based on an 8-adult stay. Additional guests are possible at an additional cost (under approval).
Stay requirements:
May - Sep 3 Day minimum stay
Oct - Apr 2 Day Minimum stay
Pricing:
Apr - Sep $350 per day at the dock
$800 per day on anchor (holidays may be more)
Summer time weekends are reserved for on anchor guests due to popularity.
Oct 15 - Mar $350 per day at the dock
$650 per day on anchor (Weather permitting)
On anchor includes your captain to your anchorage, setup and retrieval. Renters can NOT navigate Big Dog. This allows you to enjoy a vacation on Big Dog without the responsibly of navigating and anchoring.
All fuel usage is the responsibility of the renter, this includes Houseboat and generator.
There is a two-person kayak, 2 stand-up paddleboards, and a 3 person inflatable tow-able included with each rental.
Big Dog is a NO smoking zone strictly enforced. Smoking will result in a $250 additional cleaning fee.
If Big Dog is left dirty with dirty dishes and accumulated trash your cleaning fee will be increased to pay for the additional cleaning. The cleaning fee charged includes leaving the boat as you entered the boat. Clean!
The luxurious Big Dog was designed for entertaining, features a gourmet Kitchen which provides a comfortable area for dining and enjoying the entertainment system with sound around and TV, couch, dining table, and just about every amenity you could desire. There are 4 separate staterooms for your privacy and comfort each with queen bed. There are one and a half baths and a laundry closet with a washer and dryer. The upper deck incorporates a mini-fridge and a Wet bar, BBQ, Bose speakers, Big screen TV and much more.
On-board Electronics:
• Stereo Receiver
• CD/DVD carousel
• Blue Ray Player
• 42" Main TV, and Flat screen.
• Small TV in main stateroom
• Dolby 5.1 Surround sound
• VHF Marine Band
• GPS and chart plotter
• Full-time AC power
• Generator and invertor
• Ceiling Fans (2 ea)
• BOSE outdoor speaker system
Galley:
• Microwave
• Corian Countertops
• Trash compactor
• Digital oven, and cooktop
• 20 cubic foot refrigerator with ice maker
• Coffee maker
Living Area
• Downstairs bar
• Built-in Entertainment center
• Kitchen Bar
• Dining room table
• Couch (also a hide a bed)
• Smoked glass full-length windows
• Custom drapes and blinds throughout
• Onboard Washer and Drier
• Cruise-Air ultra quite Central AC/Heat
• Ceiling fan
Top Deck
• The "wooden Parrot" upstairs wet bar
• 55" HD Internet TV
• Flybridge with wrap seating and bimini
• Stainless steel built-in BBQ
• Party top 800 sq. feet.
• Hammocks
• Sun lounges
• Extended deck measures 16 ft x 50 ft
• Crane/davit capable of lifting 1200 lbs.
Front Deck:
• Wrap around padded seating in a private area off the master stateroom
• Carpeted deck with storage underneath bow
• Rope lighting and beach lights
• Separate stair access to top deck
Rear Deck
• 2 paddle boards
• Kayak
• Diving board
• 2 Locking full-height ski lockers Fully carpeted covered deck measures 16' x 16'
• Huge carpeted swim platform sits just 3" above the waterline.
• Rope lighting and beach lights
• Spiral stairs to top deck
Bathrooms:
• 2 bathrooms plus downstairs vanity
• Bathroom shower, and deck shower
• Fully flushing Atlantes heads

72 foot Luxury Custom Houseboat "Big Dog" is located in Bethel Island. 72 foot Luxury Custom Houseboat "Big Dog" provides accommodation, featuring Fireplace/Heating, Internet, Kitchen, among other amenities. This Boat Rental features Fireplace/Heating, Internet, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.

72 foot Luxury Custom Houseboat "Big Dog" has 4 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Boat Rental because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Boat Rental, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Boat Rental has a friendly neighborhood, and the Bethel Island has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Boat Rental in Bethel Island, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 pm minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out Check-out before 12:00 pm

Child Policy Children are welcome. note from host: make sure your childern are water safe

Pet Policy Pets not allowed

Other Policy 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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: additional fee upon request parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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Reviews

Lalita C. Jun 7, 2025 03:47:14 AM

Summary: We had a fantastic time staying at the Big Dog. Would definitely come back again.

Laurel B. May 21, 2025 03:21:37 AM

Summary: Vince was an amazing host! Met us onsite and walked us through the houseboat. Had a problem with the WIFi and he came out and fixed it for us. Then made himself available to help us with getting to know the Delta. Had an absolutely amazing time and would rent from him again! It was just my husband and I, but you could easily sleep 6 people

Kristian H. Sep 30, 2024 08:29:31 PM

Summary: We had a great experience renting with Vince and having him deliver the boat to a specific island in the Delta for a weekend stay.

Kim M. Sep 2, 2024 01:48:44 PM

Summary: Spending time on the Big Dog is quite the experience. It's quite, the weather was so comfortable. The Big Dog features in the kitchen are first rate. The air conditioning was just right! Only one concern: it's time to turn the mattresses. You can feel which side gets more wear but other than this, I truly enjoy this location and the accommodations. This is the type of "get away" that is truly unique for water lovers and fisherpersons.

Jennifer B. Aug 28, 2024 03:38:12 AM

Summary: Our family of four plus a few friends stayed on the Big Dog for my daughter's Sweet 16, and had a fabulous time. The boat is pretty much exactly like the photos. I think "luxury" is overstating it - it is a houseboat, not the Ritz. But it is very nice. It's clean, comfortable and modernized. The roof top deck is everything. We stayed at the dock, which made it essentially like an extremely-water-front rental property. We used the tiny adorable diving board to jump in the water, paddled kayaks and SUPs and swam. I was worried that boat traffic from the marina would be an issue, but on a Saturday in August we saw maybe 6 boats go by during the day, and all of them were extremely slow, no wake, very safe. The tide does come in and out and you can feel it for sure, so I recommend swimming there for confident swimmers, not little kids. We saw tons of egrets and herons, and two seals right off the boat - pretty cool! Wi-Fi was spotty, which was fine by us, but just something to be aware of. The kitchen is well equipped and the oven was spotless- I may have been the first person to ever use it. At night the kids lounged on the roof and watched shooting stars while we adults enjoyed a glass of wine on the lower deck. The rooftop fridge could use a deep clean, but that was the only thing we felt was a little grungy, and honestly the only semi-negative I can think of. BYO shower products, fyi. Friendly, helpful host. Overall, great stay!

steven m. Aug 27, 2024 08:45:54 AM

Summary: Had a great time on big dog! The boat was awesome. Host was very accommodating.

Jacob W. Aug 22, 2024 09:33:06 AM

Summary: Big Dog is the perfect vacation spot. Great location, big, clean, well stocked! Couldn't ask for more. Vince is a great host. We will be coming back Best Alohas from Maui

Christine P. Aug 1, 2024 03:22:17 AM

Summary: This was our third time on Big Dog and we love it so much! Eight friends get together annually to celebrate summer and enjoy friends on nearby boats. Our boat was by far the most comfortable and luxurious! As mentioned earlier, this boat is cleaner than my house, ha ha. Also, the full kitchen is such a joy. Having a big fridge with freezer and even an ice maker is such a joy. For a rental it has a ton of extra kitchen tools (like a whisk!) and even quite a few misc. staples (we forgot our sugar, but there it was on the boat already!). It's best to bring these things yourself but we are always surprised how many of them are already on board. Comfortable beds, sofa bed, kayaks, a paddle board, an amazing social space on the roof with a big grill, bar, and even karaoke. Big Dog is clearly a labor love for its owner Vince. Highly recommended for families and friend groups. We will be reserving for next year as soon as the dates are available!

Loree H. Jul 25, 2024 01:04:09 AM

Summary: This is our 4th year on the Big Dog. We always have so much fun. Vince is a great host! Easy to contact and quick to respond. Always clean and ready for use! Love that Vince has paddle boards and kayaks available every year. Cant wait til next year!!

Bea A. Jul 16, 2024 05:54:28 AM

Summary: Pros: boat was spacious and accommodated all our guests. Good AC, good sound system. Weather was nice. Cons: upon arrival, the host was present. We understand for this rental, there’s a lot of information we needed to know about the boat. And the host was supposed to take us out to the water and anchor us there. But never in all my years of renting vacation homes have we ever had to spend the first 5 or so hours of our trip with the host in the house with us. He was very nice but it’s difficult for our guests to relax with the host hovering around. Not to mention when it was time for us to be anchored at the beach, the boat stopped working in the middle of the water and we crashed on to the dock, we had to wait to be towed back. We couldn’t enjoy the water because who wants to swim at a dirty dock with boats driving by every 5 minutes? Also, the property details shows a jacuzzi and there was none. We were told it was broken so it probably should be removed from the listing details. It would have made a world of difference having a jacuzzi considering all the things that happened. We know the host couldn’t predict the boat breaking down, but nothing was done or offered to compensate for the fact that our trip was cut short by many hours and we couldn’t spend the weekend out in the lake as planned. I had to ask for a late check out. We made the most of it but it wasn’t at all like we hoped. Disappointing over all.

FAQ's

Is this Bethel Island boat rental pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Bethel Island boat rental have a swimming pool?

No, this Bethel Island boat rental does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Bethel Island boat rental?

Best-rates for the Bethel Island boat rental starts from $409 per night with includes TV, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Air Conditioner, Fireplace/Heating, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Parking with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

Is Bethel Island boat rental a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this boat rental Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the boat rental has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Bethel Island boat rental wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Bethel Island boat rental has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Bethel Island boat rental?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Bethel Island boat rental indicates 1 day stay policy at this boat rental. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Bethel Island boat rental?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Bethel Island boat rental are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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US $409