Dufour 460 Grand Large | Pinacolada

Sail boat · Poseidon Marina · Jonio Yachting

4 cab 10 berths 14.15m 2017
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Available Weeks

Typical weather at Milazzo (3-year mean, Open-Meteo)
Jan
15°
8h 21
Feb
15°
9h 19
Mar
17°
10h 25
Apr
18°
11h 22
May
21°
11h 20
Jun
26°
13h 14
Jul
29°
14h 17
Aug
28°
13h 16
Sep
26°
11h 18
Oct
24°
10h 20
Nov
20°
8h 24
Dec
17°
7h 22
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)

Comfort Package
Include: Final Cleaning, Cooking gas, Outboard engine and Bedding and towels
€600 per rental 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)

Beach Towels
€10 per rental optional
Outboard sailboat
€120 per week optional
Sunday Check-in
€150 per rental optional
Safety Net
€200 per rental optional
Priority check-in (2 PM)
€150 per rental optional
SUP
€150 per week optional
Pets on board
€100 per rental optional
Linen & towel
€20 per rental optional
Wi Fi 7 GB
€50 per rental optional
Blister/Gennaker (deposit 400€)
€155 per week optional
4 Cabins
10 Berths
4 Toilets
14m Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length14.15m
Beam4.5m
Cabins4
Berths10
WC4
Year2017
TypeSail boat
Deposit€3,000

Equipment (11 aboard · 41 not)

  • Refrigerator
  • Radio-CD player
  • Cockpit cushions
  • Autopilot
  • Chart plotter
  • Bimini
  • Sprayhood
  • Bow thruster
  • Dinghy
  • Air condition
  • Heating
  • Coffee maker
  • Ice maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer/Dryer
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Cockpit speakers
  • Game console
  • Wi-Fi & Internet
  • Convertible table
  • Electric toilet
  • Generator
  • Solar Panels
  • Inverter
  • Water maker
  • Holding tank
  • Outside Steering Position
  • Chart plotter in cockpit
  • Radar
  • Spinnaker
  • Gennaker
  • Racing sails
  • Lazy jack
  • Lazy bag
  • Electric winches
  • 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
  • Diving equipment
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Stand up paddle
SailChecker Expert View

Perfect for families This Dufour 460 is an excellent choice if you're chartering with kids or need comfortable cruising for four couples. The 10-berth capacity and four cabins give everyone their own space, while the boat's reputation for stability and ease of handling makes it forgiving for mixed-experience crews.

Well-equipped cruiser You get the essentials covered, autopilot, bow thruster, chart plotter, and a sprayhood mean less exhausting sailing and more relaxation. The bimini and cockpit cushions are genuinely useful for Mediterranean sun protection, and the dinghy inclusion saves you money on water-taxi costs around the islands.

Fair value proposition At 14 metres, this is a mid-range charter boat, so pricing should be competitive for the med-cruising market. The €3,000 deposit is reasonable, though I'd want to see the weekly rate to judge the full picture, the operator's 4/5 rating on just one review suggests either newer listing or limited feedback.

One heads-up The operator information is incomplete (no base location shown on your data), so before booking, confirm exactly where you'll pick up and whether the charter base has English-speaking staff and convenient airport transfers. With long-haul travel, that logistics piece matters as much as the boat itself.

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

The marina & destination

Based at Poseidon Marina, in Milazzo, Italy. Pinacolada is operated by Jonio Yachting.

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Why this is a great starting point

Poseidon Marina in Milazzo sits on Sicily's northeast coast, offering immediate access to the Aeolian Islands; week one typically sees you exploring Lipari, Vulcano, and Salina with steady northwesterly winds favoring easy beam reaches. The marina's position also allows quick passages to the Tyrrhenian coast and provides shelter in the lee of Sicily when conditions turn, making it a reliable base for either island-hopping or longer coastal cruises. Clear water, volcanic anchorages, and established provisioning make this an efficient launchpad for first-time visitors to southern Italy.

Frequently asked questions
Can Pinacolada be rented with or without a skipper?
You can charter Pinacolada 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 Pinacolada?
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.
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