Irene (Bavaria Cruiser 46(3bs))

Skiathos

Irene
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Weekly prices€3,395 · 10 Oct – 31 DecAvailability on application · €2,232 – €6,308 range
Price across the season€2,232 — €6,308
OCT 26APR 27JUN 27AUG 27SailChecker· THE ART OF CHARTER10 Oct – 31 Dec 2026 · €3,395 / week1 Jan – 24 Apr 2027 · €2,232 / week24 Apr – 22 May 2027 · €3,893 / week22 May – 12 Jun 2027 · €5,040 / week12 Jun – 24 Jul 2027 · €5,582 / week24 Jul – 14 Aug 2027 · €6,308 / week14 Aug – 21 Aug 2027 · €5,582 / week21 Aug – 2 Oct 2027 · €5,040 / week2 Oct – 31 Dec 2027 · €3,622 / week
Weeks near your datesscroll for more
10 Oct€3,395
1 Jan€2,232
24 Apr€3,893
22 May€5,040
12 Jun€5,582
24 Jul€6,308
14 Aug€5,582
21 Aug€5,040
2 Oct€3,622
SailCheckerThe Art of Charter
Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 3 wc14.3m · 2020 · Sail boat · Owner's version
Length14.3m
Beam4.3m
Cabins3
LayoutOwner's version
Berths8
WC3
Year2020
TypeSail boat
Deposit€3,000
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words

Perfect for families The Bavaria Cruiser 46 is an excellent choice if you're chartering with kids or a larger group, four cabins sleep nine comfortably, and the boat feels spacious without being overwhelming. The 2020 build means everything is modern and reliable, which matters when you're flying long-haul to get here.

Smart practical touches You get genuinely useful gear: a bow thruster makes tight anchorages stress-free, solar panels keep batteries topped up on quieter days, and the sprayhood protects the cockpit during those inevitable squalls. The chart plotter in the cockpit is exactly where you want it, and electric toilets beat manual pumps every time.

Solid value proposition At €3,744 per week with a modest €3,000 deposit, this boat punches above its weight, 14.3 metres of modern cruiser at a fair price point. JF Yachts' 4.8-star rating across nine reviews suggests consistent, professional service, which is reassuring when you're arranging a charter from abroad.

Check your base location The operator information doesn't specify which Mediterranean (or other) base this boat operates from, that detail matters for flight connections and weather windows. I'd confirm the exact location and peak season availability before committing, since popular bases fill quickly during school holidays.

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 Skiathos · GreeceSkiathos

Based at Skiathos, Greece . Irene is operated by JF Yachts.

Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
Skiathos · Greece
Licences
Bareboat skipper licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, or equivalent) and VHF licence are required, plus a co-skipper or second crew member with a sailing CV. Greek authorities check both at the marina.
Security deposit
€3,000
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).
Getting there4 airports nearbyFlights to Greece

The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.

AthensATH~30 km · 25 min

Saronic Gulf bases (Alimos, Kalamaki): Athens Eleftherios Venizelos is 25 minutes from the marinas.

PrevezaPVK~25 km · 35 min

Ionian bases: Lefkas, Meganisi. Limited direct flights; many people connect via Athens or Corfu.

KosKGS~25 km · 30 min

Dodecanese: Kos, Symi, Leros bases. Daily summer charters from northern Europe.

MykonosJMK~5 km · 15 min

Cyclades: Mykonos and Paros bases. Pricey in peak season.

Possible routes3 hand-picked itinerariesGreece · three classic charter areas

A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.

Saronic Gulf7 days · ~120 nm · 5 stops

Short legs, reliable wind, history at every stop. Best first-charter route in Greece.

1Athens (Alimos)
The main Saronic charter base; 25 minutes from the airport.
2Aegina
Easy first-day sail; try the pistachios. Anchor at Perdika.
3Poros
Narrow channel between island and mainland; charming town quay.
4Hydra
No cars on the island. Tie alongside the working harbour for the evening.
5Spetses
Old shipbuilding island, elegant. Old harbour is the spot.
Cyclades7-10 days · ~180 nm · 5 stops

Meltemi wind July-August. Plan for one weather day, and book the marina in advance for the islands you do not want to miss.

1Athens
Departure. Check the wind forecast and consider clockwise vs counter-clockwise.
2Kea
Sheltered bays on the south side; first-night-out easy.
3Paros
Naoussa for the small-village vibe; Parikia if you need provisions.
4Naxos
The biggest island in the Cyclades. Mountain villages worth a hire-car day.
5Mykonos
Tie alongside in the new marina; the old town quays are for tourist boats.
Ionian7 days · ~120 nm · 4 stops

Light, predictable winds. Easiest sailing in Greece, most-loved by families and first-timers stepping up.

1Lefkas
Charter base. Provision in the town; the bridge opens on the hour.
2Meganisi
Vathy or Spartochori; both have quayside tavernas with welcome moorings.
3Ithaca
Vathi harbour for the night, then to Frikes for the quiet morning.
4Kefalonia
Fiskardo is the postcard town. Book the quay.

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Volos and the Sporades

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  2. Skiathos58%
  3. Alonissos46%

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