Dufour 460 Grand Large | Despina

Sail boat · Alimos Marina · Sightsea Yachting

4 cab 10 berths 14.0208m 2020

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Available Weeks

Typical weather at Athens (3-year mean, Open-Meteo)

Jan

15°

8h 19

Feb

14°

8h 19

Mar

18°

10h 19

Apr

21°

11h 19

May

24°

12h 18

Jun

32°

14h 18

Jul

35°

14h 20

Aug

34°

13h 19

Sep

30°

11h 17

Oct

25°

10h 16

Nov

21°

9h 20

Dec

16°

8h 17

Prime Shoulder Off-season

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What you'll pay

Charter pricing is famously opaque. Here's everything the operator will charge — mandatory items paid at the base, plus optional add-ons you can opt into.

Paid at the base (mandatory)

Service Pack By Cash At Base

€320 per rental mandatory

FREE Bed linen, towels, blankets, one set per person

Included mandatory

Refundable security deposit

Held at check-in (card pre-auth or bank transfer), refunded after charter if the yacht is returned without damage. Deposit-waiver insurance is one of the optional extras below — reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.

€3,000 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

SUP By Cash At Base

€120 per week optional

BBQ Set : €100 by cash at base

€100 per rental optional

Beach Towels €10 per person by cash at base

€10 per rental optional

Snorkeling set per person ( Upon Availability)

€50 per rental optional

Sunday Check In 10:00 150.00 € per booking by cash at base

€150 per rental optional

Early Check in 14:00 (: Access to the yacht and start of Check in procedures by 14h00) 150.00 € per booking by cash at base

€150 per rental optional

Safety Net (supplied and installed) 200.00 € per booking by cash at base

€200 per rental optional

Optional insurance of security deposit 70 € per day (non refundable) by cash at base with security deposit limited to 1000 € (refundable) by Visa Or Mastercard

€70 per night optional

WIFI Unlimited GB Up to 6 users By Cash At Base

€80 per week optional

Crew Change (In case of mandatory formalities (contract termination) due to crew change, available only in our charter bases,includes paperwork & formalities, 1 day berthing fee, water tank top-up.Yacht cleaning & laundry not included)

€200 per rental optional

Hostess (+ food) By Cash At Base

€220 per night optional

Pet on board (up to 7kg, per charter ) 150.00 € per booking by cash at base

€100 per rental optional

Skipper (+30€ per day for Food) By Cash At Base

€250 per night optional

4 Cabins

10 Berths

4 Toilets

14m Length

Length14.0208m

Beam4.572m

Cabins4

Berths10

WC4

Year2020

TypeSail boat

Deposit€3,000

Equipment (6 aboard · 46 not)

Radio-CD player
Solar Panels
Autopilot
Chart plotter
Bimini
Sprayhood
Air condition
Heating
Refrigerator
Coffee maker
Ice maker
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer
TV
DVD player
Cockpit speakers
Game console
Wi-Fi & Internet
Convertible table
Cockpit cushions
Electric toilet
Generator
Inverter
Water maker
Holding tank
Outside Steering Position
Chart plotter in cockpit
Radar
Spinnaker
Gennaker
Racing sails
Lazy jack
Lazy bag
Electric winches
Bow thruster
Outboard engine
Rudder blades
Flybridge
Hydraulic gangway
Tender garage
Tenderlift platform
Swimming platform
Swimming pool
Underwater lights
Teak Cockpit
Teak deck
Railing net
Barbecue grill in cockpit
Dinghy
Diving equipment
Snorkeling equipment
Stand up paddle

incl. outboard engine, bed linen & towels

Perfect for families This 2020 Dufour is an excellent choice if you're chartering with children or a larger group of friends, four cabins sleep up to 10, and the Bimini plus sprayhood mean everyone stays comfortable in variable weather. The shallow draft typical of this design makes it forgiving in coastal sailing.

Smart modern touches Solar panels and autopilot are genuine quality-of-life features on a week-long charter, especially useful if you're anchoring rather than motoring constantly. The chart plotter and radio keep you well-equipped for confident, independent sailing across Mediterranean or Atlantic waters.

Reasonable entry point At €3,000 deposit with a five-star operator, this represents solid value for a relatively new, well-equipped boat in its size class. Sightsea Yachting's perfect rating (albeit from a small sample) suggests good maintenance and backup support.

One practical note You'll want to confirm the base location and your nearest international airport, a four-cabin boat this size typically operates from established hubs, but factor in ground transfers if you're flying from elsewhere in Europe or the US. The specs don't reveal whether you get a skipper or can bareboat charter, so clarify that when booking.

AI-assisted insight based on yacht specifications. Our charter experts can provide personalised advice.

The marina & destination

Based at Alimos Marina, in Athens, Greece. Despina is operated by Sightsea Yachting.

Poseidonos Avenue

Why this is a great starting point

Alimos Marina sits just south of Athens, offering straightforward access to the Saronic Gulf's island-hopping routes; week one typically involves sailing to nearby Aegina, Poros, and Hydra, with predictable northerly winds in summer making these 15-30 nautical mile passages reliable for mixed-ability crews. The protected anchorages and short hops suit charter clients recovering from long-haul flights, while the marina's proximity to Athens airport (30 minutes by car) minimizes transfer time. Alimos itself has full facilities and is a logical base for exploring the sheltered Saronic islands before pushing further south toward the Peloponnese if conditions allow.

Can Despina be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter Despina bareboat (you skipper) if you hold the relevant sailing licence, or hire a professional skipper alongside the yacht. The choice is yours when you request the quote.

What sailing licence do I need to charter Despina?

Bareboat charter typically requires a recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus a VHF radio licence. The exact requirements depend on the country of charter — we confirm with the operator when you enquire.

What's included in the charter price?

The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance for the dates booked. Tourist tax, transit log (final cleaning + bed linen), fuel, food, marina fees during the trip, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are normally extra and paid at the base.

What additional costs should I expect at the base?

Typical mandatory extras are the transit log (often €200–€350), tourist tax (a small per-person-per-day fee), and a refundable security deposit (often €1,500–€5,000 depending on the yacht). Optional extras like a skipper, hostess, paddle board, or early check-in are listed on the quote.

How does the security deposit work?

The deposit is held by the operator at check-in (usually card pre-authorisation) and refunded after check-out if the yacht is returned without damage. Many operators offer a deposit-waiver insurance product that reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.

Can I cancel my charter booking?

Cancellation terms vary by operator. Most allow cancellation with a full refund if requested more than 60–90 days before the start date, with progressive penalties closer to departure. Some operators offer a flexible-cancellation insurance product when you book.

Is the yacht insured?

Yes — every yacht is insured by the operator against damage and third-party liability. The insurance covers the yacht itself; personal effects and trip cancellation are not covered and are worth insuring separately.

What documents do I need to bring?

You'll need your passport, sailing licence (if chartering bareboat), VHF radio licence, and proof of payment. The operator will send a check-in form ahead of time covering crew details and any special requests.

What payment methods are accepted?

Charter fees are normally paid by bank transfer in advance (often a 50% deposit at booking, balance 30 days before charter). On-base extras are usually paid by card or in cash.