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Ysbrand

IJlst4.715 reviews

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  • 1bedroom
  • 4guests
  • 1pet

About Ysbrand

Discover Friesland in style with Ysbrand, a fully renovated Doerak 850 OK!

Meet Ysbrand, a distinctive 1966 Doerak 850 OK that was completely renovated in 2020. With a new engine, bow thruster, shower and modern conveniences, this boat is the perfect choice for a relaxing boating holiday. Whether you are experienced or taking to the water for the first time, Ysbrand offers everything you need to explore Friesland in a unique way.

Why Ysbrand is your ideal travel companion

  • Easy Boating: Thanks to its excellent cruising characteristics and bow thruster, Ysbrand is easy to steer, even for beginners. Mooring and sailing away becomes a piece of cake.
  • Access to hidden gems: With a shallow draught and low clearance height, you can reach places in Friesland that are inaccessible with other boats. Ideal for adventurous trips through narrow waterways and across quiet lakes.
  • Flexible boating options: Have little experience? Book an instruction and learn the intricacies of boating in a few hours. That way, you will take to the water with confidence.

Comfort for the whole family

Ysbrand offers everything you need for a relaxing holiday, with room for 4 people. The spacious interior features:

  • And new mattress and blackout curtains for a good night's sleep.
  • Plenty of storage space, so you can keep your belongings tidy.
  • Hot water, a shower and a 2-burner gas cooker, so you can cook comfortably and enjoy a refreshing shower.
  • USB and usb-c sockets to keep all your devices charged. In ports, 230 volts are available via shore power.
  • A swimming platform at the back of the ship where you can enjoy the sunset with your feet in the water.
  • A retractable swimming ladder for a refreshing dip in the water, after which you can effortlessly climb back on board.
  • For coffee lovers, there is a Nespresso machine on board and a traditional percolator for delicious fresh coffee while underway.

Extras - Everything you need to feel at home

  • We provide duvets, firm towels and kitchen linen, so you don't have to worry about anything.
  • On arrival, everything is ready for you: a filled fridge with cold drinks, snacks and breakfast, including fresh eggs.

Discover Friesland in all its beauty

With Ysbrand, you can explore Friesland's most beautiful places: charming villages, lively towns and peaceful natural areas. Whether you choose to cruise through the Alde Feanen, visit the Frisian lakes, or simply enjoy the tranquillity of the water, Ysbrand makes it possible.

Let Friesland surprise you with its unique charm, and let Ysbrand be your guide on this unforgettable journey.


Get on board and experience a boating holiday full of relaxation, adventure and comfort.


Features

People
4 guests
Beds
4
Pets
Welcome (max. 1)
Mooring
IJlst

Amenities & specifications

Over deze boot

Professional rental company
Yes
Boats for 4 people
Yes
Some boating experience desired
Yes
Owner
Wietske en Taco
Brand
Doerak

Sleeper cab

Single bed
2
Number of bedrooms
1
Double bed
2

Afmetingen

Width
3,10 m
Vertical clearance
2,40
Draught
0,90
Length
8,50 m

Vaargebied

Suitable for Eleven Cities Route
Yes

Location

Sneek (surroundings)
Yes
IJlst
Yes

Sanitary facilities

Number of showers
1
Number of toilets
1

Type

Doerak
Yes

Can be booked separately

Boating instruction
Yes
Towels and bed linen
Yes
Welcome package
Yes
SUP board
Yes

Verwarming / verkoeling

Electric heating on shore power
Yes

Safety

Fire blanket
Yes
Life jackets
Yes
Mosquito screens
Yes
Smoke detector
Yes
First aid kit
Yes
Fire extinguisher
Yes

Technique

230 volt connection: shore power
Yes
Drinking water tank (liters)
100
Holding tank (liters)
100
Bow thruster
Yes
Hot water boiler
Yes

Outside

Lounge sofa
Yes
Table
Yes
Outside deck
Tent kan volledig open
Anchor
Yes
Lines
Yes
Fenders
Yes
Swimming platform
Yes
Swimming ladder
Yes

Comfort

USB charging point
Yes
Board games
Yes
Radio with bluetooth
Yes

Kitchen

Dining table
Yes
Drinking glasses
Yes
Kitchenware
Yes
Plates
Yes
Cookware
Yes
Cutlery
Yes
Nespresso coffee machine
Yes
Percolator
Yes
Kettle
Yes
Sandwich maker
Yes
Gas stove
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Freezer compartment
Yes
Dining table
Yes
Hot water
Yes

Pet

Pet welcome
Yes

On arrival

Carpark
Yes

Unique features

Shower & toilet
Yes
Bow thruster
Yes
Grocery package
Yes

Good to know

  • Check-in and check-out

    Check-in from 15:00, check-out until 11:00. The owner welcomes you personally at the mooring.

  • 100% insured

    Every booking is fully insured. So you can set sail with peace of mind, whatever happens along the way.

  • Deposit

    A deposit is reserved and fully refunded once the boat is returned in good order. You will see the exact amount at checkout.

Reviews

4.7

15 reviews · Ysbrand

  • G van der Lee10/1/2026

    5.0

    Het varen door het weidse Friesland met een motorboot is een leuke ervaring. Mooie aanleg plekken en rustig buiten de schoolvakanties. De boot deed an de verwachtingen en was in goede staat.

  • Jan Schouws9/2/2026

    5.0

    De inrichting is compleet en met 2 volwassen en een ‘flinke’ hond ruimt genoeg. De boot was schoon en in perfecte conditie. Voor de vaarinstructie vooraf nam Taco ruim de tijd. Ook in woeliger water op het Tjeukermeer was de boor makkelijk te sturen. Wij hebben een heerlijke tijd gehad!

  • Hartmut8/8/2026

    4.9

    Natur pur..Wasser, Schilf, Seerosen, Fische, Kühe und allerlei Getier ( leider auch Stechmücken).kurz Erholung pur!!! Danke an die Eigner des Bootes und den unkomplizierten, persönlichen Service.

Location

  • No booking fees
  • Free cancellation up to 14 days in advance
  • Personal handover by the owner

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