PIPPI (new engine 2024.) (Dufour 335 Grand Large)
2014 · 10.3 m · 2 cabins · 6 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
10.3m · 2014 · Sail boat
About the Dufour 335
- Launched
- 2011
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
12 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 couples The Dufour 335 is a proven cruiser that suits two people beautifully, though it can sleep up to six if you're willing to get cosy with friends or family. At 10.3 metres, she's manageable single-handed or with a relaxed crew, so this is ideal if you're looking for something you can actually sail without stress.
Practical, well-equipped vessel The 2024 engine refresh is a genuine plus, you're getting reliable power for tight anchorages and marina manoeuvres. The teak cockpit, bimini, and sprayhood make cruising genuinely comfortable, and radar plus autopilot mean you can handle longer passages without exhaustion. This is a boat that doesn't ask you to compromise on the essentials.
Solid value proposition With only a €1,000 deposit and a five-star rating from Chilla Sailing, this represents honest, no-fuss pricing. The outfit clearly maintains their fleet properly, a new engine in 2024 tells you they're not cutting corners. You're paying for a functional, well-cared-for boat rather than a showpiece.
One practical note The listing doesn't specify the base location, which matters for your flight logistics from the US, UK, or Europe. Before booking, confirm where she's moored so you can factor in airport transfers and whether there's English-speaking support on the ground.
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.
Where Charters Went
Yacht charter overnight stops in Rogoznica and Primošten
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Rogoznica and Primošten during the 2026 season so far. The heat map brings those recorded overnight stops together so you can compare past activity with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Where charter yachts spent their nights
Maslinica appeared on 26% of trips, Uvala Stonca on 25% and ACI Palmižana on 22%. Maslinica also led first nights at 12% and last nights at 8%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 51% of trips.
Planning your charter route
Have a look at the full map and compare the overnight stops before choosing a route. If you're considering this type of boat for a yacht charter from Rogoznica and Primošten, we're happy to talk through your plans.
- Maslinica26%
- Uvala Stonca25%
- ACI Palmižana22%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Marina Kremik
Based at Marina Kremik, Croatia . PIPPI (new engine 2024.) is operated by Chilla Sailing.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Kremik · Croatia
- Licences
- A recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) and VHF radio licence are required for bareboat charter. Sailing CV listing your previous yachts and miles is checked on arrival.
- Security deposit
- €1,000
- 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 there
Flights to Croatia
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Closest for Sukošan, Biograd, and Northern Dalmatia. Direct seasonal flights from London, Manchester, and most German cities.
Central Dalmatia hub: Split, Trogir, Hvar bases. Busiest summer route; expect crowds in July-August.
Southern Dalmatia: Dubrovnik, the Pelješac peninsula, the Elaphiti islands.
Istria: Pula, Rovinj, Poreč. Smaller airport; convenient for Italian and Austrian arrivals.
Possible routes
Croatia · the Adriatic
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Northern Dalmatia & the Kornati Loop
Kornati National Park is empty coves, no shore power, true wilderness sailing. The route most people quietly call their best charter ever.
1Sukošan / Zadar
2Žut
3Telašćica
4Sali (Dugi Otok)
5Sukošan return
Central Dalmatia · the Hvar Circuit
Mixes the lively (Hvar town, Bol beach) with the still untouched (Vis, away from the cruise routes).
1Split
2Brač
3Hvar
4Vis
5Šolta
Istria & Kvarner
Italian-influenced architecture, the warmest water in Croatia by mid-July, fewer charter boats than further south.
1Pula
2Rovinj
3Cres
4Krk
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