Accommodations and What to Bring

On board, we have 4 single cabins, 2 bunkbed cabins, and 7 double bed cabins. When the French was converted from a cargo vessel to a passenger vessel, they took the main hold and turned it into guest cabins. The cabins are cozy and comfortable. There is standing headroom, nooks and hooks to stow all your gear, and a comfortable bed in every one. Each cabin has running fresh water, an opening window, electric reading lights, and comes equipped with linens, blankets, and towels. All the cabins are about the same size, each is unique in its own way.

Two heads (bathrooms) are located on deck, one with a hot fresh water shower. The deck is 65 feet long, so there is plenty of room to stretch out. We have cushions, benches, and folding chairs for relaxation. We also have an awning to provide cover from hot sun or wet weather while we are at anchor.

Our galley is located up forward where our crew cooks up all the meals on a wood cookstove. We can serve everyone at once in the galley, though we often serve buffet style on deck. The galley is also a great place for games or reading or just enjoying the warmth our woodstove.

Click to enlarge the cabin layout

What You Should Bring: We are very relaxed and informal on board, so bring comfortable outdoor clothes. The weather may be cool or warm, so include slacks, shorts, long and short sleeve shirts, a sweater or sweatshirt and a jacket. When the wind picks up, things cool off, so think layers when you pack. Don't forget your bathing suit, either for sunbathing or a quick plunge in the ocean. Soft soled shoes are best, and an extra pair may come in handy. Sandels also work well on board or on the beaches we visit. If you have a slicker, bring it along just in case. We provide towels, linens, blankets, pillows, and all the food. It is BYOB, and we have a large icebox on deck to keep things cold. Shameless Plug Alert: We sell Lewis R. French t-shirts, sweatshirts, and hats on board.

Other things you might like to bring are a camera with extra batteries, sunglasses, lots of sunscreen, a good book, binoculars, a journal, and your musical talents/instruments (if they are transportable!). If you want to sleep on deck under the stars, bring along a sleeping bag. If you have any questions about other things you might need, please call us or email. We do have limited 110 V AC power that can be used for medical machines and for occasional charging of batteries.