Valentina (Beneteau 473)
Talamone Port
Weekly prices€3,500 · 2 Sep – 4 Nov
Weeks near your dates
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
24 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 Oceanis 473 is a proven cruiser that suits multi-generational groups or two couples wanting space without complexity. Four cabins sleep eight comfortably, and the layout is forgiving for mixed sailing experience levels.
Well-equipped essentials She carries the right kit for confident cruising: autopilot, chart plotter, bow thruster, and a bimini keep things manageable and comfortable. The fridge is a genuine bonus for week-long charters where provisioning matters.
Fair value proposition At 22 years old, Valentina is honest about her age but still offers solid capability at what should be a reasonable price point. You're paying for a reliable platform, not cutting-edge gloss, which suits practical sailors.
Age is the trade-off A 2002 boat requires realistic expectations around cosmetics and occasional systems quirks; confirm the survey report and sea trial feedback before committing. That said, Beneteau built these to last, and simple systems age better than complex ones.
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The marina & destination Talamone Port · Italy
Based at Talamone Port, Italy . Valentina is operated by VTC Charter.
Good to know
- Location
- Talamone Port · Italy
- Licences
- ICC or RYA Day Skipper licence and VHF certificate are required. Italian operators ask for a sailing CV; conditions are stricter in the Aeolian Islands than on the mainland.
- 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 there3 airports nearby
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Amalfi Coast: Salerno, Capri, Procida bases. Naples is the main hub; train link to the marinas.
Sardinia north coast: Cala dei Sardi, Cannigione, Porto Cervo bases.
Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Daily flights from London and Rome.
Possible routes2 hand-picked itineraries
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Amalfi Coast
Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.
1Salerno
2Amalfi
3Positano
4Capri
5Procida
Sardinia & La Maddalena
Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.
1Olbia
2Maddalena
3Caprera
4Bonifacio
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