What an amazing stay! We can’t say enough good things about Pekona or Chris. We had a wonderful time and some amazing memories that we will treasure forever. Captain Chris is an incredible host and really went above and beyond to make this a fantastic trip (including a grocery trip in Pekona as he needed to fill up with fuel and a ride to the ferry in his Lotus)!!
We did the additional charter and we are so glad that we did. It’s beautiful being moored at the harbour, but when you go sailing it takes everything to a whole new level. Chris is so experienced and knowledgeable, not only of sailing but also the local area, history and wildlife. We learned a lot from him. He even let us have a go at raising the sails.
When Pekona was under sail was when things became truly magical. All you could hear were the gentle lapping waves and one of the most peaceful and relaxing experiences we’ve ever had. The scenery of course is stunning - everywhere you look nature is showing off. If you are tired of the hustle and bustle of life this is a great way to reset.
If you are concerned about the motion of the boat, then let me say you do get used to it quickly. There are a few ferries that come in (good for people watching) which give off a bit of a wake but it’s fine. My wife is prone to motion sickness (even in a car) but was okay. She did have some ginger gravol, green apples and strong mints as a preventative. Spending time on deck also prevented this. The pilot house is a great space and we spent a lot of time in there - especially to watch sunsets. It’s a happy medium when it’s a bit cold on deck but you still want to watch the happenings on the bay.
The primary bed is very comfortable and positioned under the pilot house - you don’t feel much rocking at all when you’re lying down. The kitchen is well-equipped with a propane stovetop and fridge. We cooked all of our meals on the boat the entire weekend. You do have to row to the boat, but it’s a very short distance and Chris will take your luggage on his boat, and show you the proper technique for tying up and getting in and out. It was one of the best AirBnBs - certainly the most unique - we’ve stayed in so far. If it’s available to book, don’t hesitate! You won’t regret it.