Despoina (Dufour 460)

Alimos Marina

Despoina
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Weekly prices€4,010 · 12 Sep – 3 OctAvailability on application · €2,960 – €4,010 range
Price across the season€2,960 — €4,010
SEP 26OCT 26SailChecker· THE ART OF CHARTER12 Sep – 3 Oct 2026 · €4,010 / week3 Oct – 31 Dec 2026 · €2,960 / week
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12 Sep€4,010
3 Oct€2,960
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 10 berths (8+2) · 4 wc14m · 2020 · Sail boat
Length14m
Beam4m
Cabins4
Berths10
WC4
Year2020
TypeSail boat
Deposit€2,500
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words

Perfect for groups Despoina is an excellent choice for larger parties or multi-family getaways, with four cabins and sleeping for up to 10 people spread across a manageable 14-metre hull. You're getting genuine space without the complexity of a much larger vessel, ideal if you want to split costs among friends or family.

Well-equipped modern boat This 2020 Dufour 460 has the essentials covered: bow thruster for tight anchorages, autopilot for longer passages, a proper sprayhood and bimini for comfort, plus a holding tank and inverter that make extended cruising realistic. The dinghy and cockpit speakers add practical value to your charter experience.

Keen pricing for the spec At €3,609 weekly, you're getting a relatively new four-cabin sailing boat at a competitive rate, roughly half what comparable vessels cost in many Mediterranean bases. The €2,500 deposit is standard and reasonable for this class.

Watch the operator rating Aegean Blue Sailing's 3.3/5 rating on just three reviews is worth noting; while not a dealbreaker, it suggests you should read those reviews carefully and confirm their English-language support before booking, especially if you're flying from the UK or US and need clear pre-arrival communication.

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 Alimos Marina · GreeceAlimos Marina

Based at Alimos Marina, Greece . Despoina is operated by Aegean Blue Sailing.

Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
Alimos Marina · 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
€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).
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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