Bavaria 44 Vision | Meer Elis

Sail boat · Hjellestad Marina · Sebleke Sailing

3 cab 8 berths 12.55m 2008
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€3,927 from / week
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Refundable security deposit €2,000 held at check-in, returned after charter

The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance. Cleaning, tourist tax, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are billed at the base — we confirm the full breakdown when you request a quote.

Available Weeks

Typical weather at Hjellestad (3-year mean, Open-Meteo)
Jan
2h 20
Feb
4h 21
Mar
6h 18
Apr
11°
9h 17
May
16°
11h 17
Jun
17°
12h 18
Jul
19°
11h 14
Aug
17°
8h 19
Sep
16°
7h 18
Oct
11°
4h 19
Nov
3h 17
Dec
2h 21
Prime Shoulder Off-season
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What you'll pay

Charter pricing is famously opaque. Here's everything the operator will charge — mandatory items paid at the base, plus optional add-ons you can opt into.

Paid at the base (mandatory)

Final cleaning (to be paid by credit card at check-in)
Standard end-of-charter cleaning + bed linen, charged across the industry.
€290 per rental mandatory
Bed linen and towels
€35 per booking person mandatory
Refundable security deposit
Held at check-in (card pre-auth or bank transfer), refunded after charter if the yacht is returned without damage. Deposit-waiver insurance is one of the optional extras below — reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.
€2,000 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

Skipper
€2,000 per week optional
Sailing clothes
€20 per rental optional
Dinghy
€100 per week optional
Outboard
€100 per week optional
3 Cabins
8 Berths
2 Toilets
12m Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length12.55m
Beam3.8m
Cabins3
Berths8
WC2
Year2008
TypeSail boat
Deposit€2,000

Equipment (8 aboard · 44 not)

  • Heating
  • Refrigerator
  • Inverter
  • Autopilot
  • Chart plotter
  • Spinnaker
  • Bow thruster
  • Air condition
  • Coffee maker
  • Ice maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer/Dryer
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Radio-CD player
  • Cockpit speakers
  • Game console
  • Wi-Fi & Internet
  • Convertible table
  • Cockpit cushions
  • Electric toilet
  • Generator
  • Solar Panels
  • Water maker
  • Holding tank
  • Outside Steering Position
  • Chart plotter in cockpit
  • Radar
  • Gennaker
  • Racing sails
  • Lazy jack
  • Lazy bag
  • Electric winches
  • Bimini
  • Sprayhood
  • Outboard engine
  • Rudder blades
  • Flybridge
  • Hydraulic gangway
  • Tender garage
  • Tenderlift platform
  • Swimming platform
  • Swimming pool
  • Underwater lights
  • Teak Cockpit
  • Teak deck
  • Railing net
  • Barbecue grill in cockpit
  • Dinghy
  • Diving equipment
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Stand up paddle
SailChecker Expert View

Solid mid-range option The Bavaria 44 Vision is a well-established cruiser that suits mixed-ability groups of 4, 8 people wanting a comfortable week without breaking the bank. At €3,927/week, she's fairly priced for a 13.4m boat with three cabins and modern conveniences like bow thruster, autopilot, and spinnaker, those features genuinely ease sailing and reduce fatigue on longer passages.

Practical touches aboard Heating and a refrigerator are genuinely useful for European waters and keeping provisions fresh, while the chart plotter and autopilot handle navigation and helming on straightforward cruises. The inverter is handy for charging phones and laptops without running the engine constantly.

One honest note The operator rating is based on just a single review, so you won't have much crew feedback to go on yet. It's worth reaching out to Sebleke Sailing directly to ask about recent client experiences and any quirks specific to this vessel.

Good value proposition For international guests flying in, this is a no-fuss boat that delivers comfort and capability without premium pricing, ideal if you want to explore confidently without yacht-handling stress.

AI-assisted insight based on yacht specifications. Our charter experts can provide personalised advice.

The marina & destination

Based at Hjellestad Marina, in Hjellestad, Norway. Meer Elis is operated by Sebleke Sailing.

Sondre Hjellestad 317

Why this is a great starting point

I don't have reliable specific information about Hjellestad Marina's facilities, location within Norway, or the nearby cruising grounds that would be typical for week 1 charters from this base. Rather than provide inaccurate details about water conditions, nearby islands, or sailing characteristics, I'd recommend verifying the marina's current offerings and local cruising options directly with your charter broker or the marina operator, as Norwegian marinas vary significantly in their suitability for bareboat vs. skippered charters.

Frequently asked questions
Can Meer Elis be rented with or without a skipper?
You can charter Meer Elis bareboat (you skipper) if you hold the relevant sailing licence, or hire a professional skipper alongside the yacht. The choice is yours when you request the quote.
What sailing licence do I need to charter Meer Elis?
Bareboat charter typically requires a recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus a VHF radio licence. The exact requirements depend on the country of charter — we confirm with the operator when you enquire.
What's included in the charter price?
The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance for the dates booked. Tourist tax, transit log (final cleaning + bed linen), fuel, food, marina fees during the trip, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are normally extra and paid at the base.
What additional costs should I expect at the base?
Typical mandatory extras are the transit log (often €200–€350), tourist tax (a small per-person-per-day fee), and a refundable security deposit (often €1,500–€5,000 depending on the yacht). Optional extras like a skipper, hostess, paddle board, or early check-in are listed on the quote.
How does the security deposit work?
The deposit is held by the operator at check-in (usually card pre-authorisation) and refunded after check-out if the yacht is returned without damage. Many operators offer a deposit-waiver insurance product that reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.
Can I cancel my charter booking?
Cancellation terms vary by operator. Most allow cancellation with a full refund if requested more than 60–90 days before the start date, with progressive penalties closer to departure. Some operators offer a flexible-cancellation insurance product when you book.
Is the yacht insured?
Yes — every yacht is insured by the operator against damage and third-party liability. The insurance covers the yacht itself; personal effects and trip cancellation are not covered and are worth insuring separately.
What documents do I need to bring?
You'll need your passport, sailing licence (if chartering bareboat), VHF radio licence, and proof of payment. The operator will send a check-in form ahead of time covering crew details and any special requests.
What payment methods are accepted?
Charter fees are normally paid by bank transfer in advance (often a 50% deposit at booking, balance 30 days before charter). On-base extras are usually paid by card or in cash.
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