Dufour 460 Grand Large | Rita

Sail boat · La Lonja Marina Charter · MCA Charter

4 cab 10 berths 14.15m 2018
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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)

Final cleaning
Standard end-of-charter cleaning + bed linen, charged across the industry.
€180 per rental mandatory
Set of sheets
€17 per week person 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.
€2,900 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

Medium towel
€7 per week optional
Charge of kitchen gas bottle (per bottle)
€15 per week optional
Paddel SUP
€95 per week optional
Outboard engine
€115 per week optional
4 Cabins
10 Berths
4 Toilets
14m Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length14.15m
Beam4.5m
Cabins4
Berths10
WC4
Year2018
TypeSail boat
Deposit€2,900

Equipment (11 aboard · 41 not)

  • Refrigerator
  • Radio-CD player
  • Autopilot
  • Chart plotter
  • Radar
  • Electric winches
  • 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
  • Cockpit cushions
  • Electric toilet
  • Generator
  • Solar Panels
  • Inverter
  • Water maker
  • Holding tank
  • Outside Steering Position
  • Chart plotter in cockpit
  • Spinnaker
  • Gennaker
  • Racing sails
  • Lazy jack
  • Lazy bag
  • 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

Ideal for families The Dufour 460 is a solid mid-sized cruiser that suits groups of 4–6 people looking for comfort without complexity. With four cabins and 10 berths, it's roomy enough for families or friends, and the 2018 build means systems are modern but proven.

Well-equipped vessel Rita comes with the essentials for confident sailing: autopilot, chart plotter, radar, bow thruster, and electric winches take the hard graft out of handling. The bimini and sprayhood are genuine comfort additions for Mediterranean or Atlantic cruising, and having a dinghy onboard is handy for exploring anchorages.

Fair value package The €2,900 deposit is reasonable for this class and age. As a Dufour, you're getting a respected production cruiser with decent resale support and widespread familiarity among mechanics across European bases—helpful peace of mind when you're flying in from abroad.

Note the base location The operator MCA Charter is reputable, but the base location isn't specified here, so factor in travel time from your nearest airport before booking. That detail will significantly affect your total journey time from the US or UK.

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The marina & destination

Based at La Lonja Marina Charter, in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Rita is operated by MCA Charter.

Muelle de la lonja

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