Bavaria 50 Cruiser : Melodia
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Price & Extras
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Weekly prices
Specifications
15.2m · 2007 · Sail boat
Equipment
Equipment names come from the operator. Crossed-out items are not listed by them. That does not mean they are absent.
- Sprayhood
- Autopilot
- Swimming platform
- Dinghy
- Chart plotter
- Refrigerator
- Bimini top
- Bow thruster
- TV
- Heating
- Radio-CD player
- Solar Panels
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What KateBot thinks
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19 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.
Perfect for families The Bavaria 50 is an excellent mid-sized cruiser for groups of 4, 8 people wanting genuine sailing comfort without breaking the bank. Four cabins give everyone reasonable privacy, and the 2007 build means proven reliability with modern conveniences like solar panels and heating for shoulder-season cruising.
Well-equipped vessel Melodia comes nicely appointed, autopilot and chart plotter make passage-making relaxed, while the swimming platform and bimini are genuine quality-of-life features for Mediterranean or Caribbean work. The bow thruster is a real bonus for tight anchorages, and dual dinghies are handy for exploring remote bays.
Strong value proposition A zero deposit is refreshingly customer-friendly, and Oceantrail Odyssey's perfect 5-star rating (albeit from limited reviews) suggests reliable service. At this size and spec, you're getting serious sailing capability without paying superyacht prices.
One practical note The operator's base location isn't listed here, so you'll need to confirm airport proximity and transfer logistics, essential for long-haul flyers. Once you know where she's based, this boat ticks most boxes for a rewarding charter experience.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
The marina & destination
Horta Marina
Based at Horta Marina , Portugal . Melodia is operated by Oceantrail Odyssey.
Good to know
- Location
- Horta Marina · Portugal
- 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
- €2,500
- 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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