Meer Elis (Bavaria 44 Vision)

Hjellestad Marina

Meer Elis
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Weekly prices€3,927 · 29 Aug – 31 DecAvailability on application · €3,927 – €4,610 range
Price across the season€3,927 — €4,610
AUG 26DEC 26MAY 27SEP 27SailChecker· THE ART OF CHARTER29 Aug – 31 Dec 2026 · €3,927 / week31 Dec 2026 – 29 May 2027 · €4,120 / week29 May – 4 Sep 2027 · €4,610 / week4 Sep – 31 Dec 2027 · €4,120 / week
Weeks near your datesscroll for more
29 Aug€3,927
31 Dec€4,120
29 May€4,610
4 Sep€4,120
SailCheckerThe Art of Charter
Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc12.6m · 2008 · Sail boat
Length12.6m
Beam3.8m
Cabins3
Berths8
WC2
Year2008
TypeSail boat
Deposit€2,200
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words
SailChecker note

18 years old. Yachts of this age statistically need more in-charter maintenance attention, ask the operator for the recent service log when you enquire, and budget a small contingency for niggles (a stuck winch, a tired bilge pump). On a well-cared-for boat this is usually just part of the rhythm of charter, on a neglected one, it can spoil a week.

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.

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The marina & destination Hjellestad Marina · NorwayHjellestad Marina

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

Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
Hjellestad Marina · Norway
Licences
A recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus VHF licence is typical for bareboat charter. We confirm the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
Security deposit
€2,200
Cancellation
Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).

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