Kosi (Dufour 500 Grand Large)
2015 · 15.1 m · 4 cabins · 9 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
15.1m · 2015 · Sail boat
About the Dufour 500
- Launched
- 2012
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
11 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 family cruiser The Dufour 500 Grand Large is a spacious, well-equipped cruising yacht that suits families or small groups wanting comfortable sailing without compromise. At 15.1m with four cabins and nine berths, there's plenty of room for everyone to have their own space, rare on boats this size.
Standout practical features You get the essentials that make cruising easier: bow thruster for tight mooring situations, autopilot to reduce fatigue on longer passages, outboard engine for fuel efficiency, and a dinghy included so you can actually explore anchorages. This is proper, sensible equipment, not just luxury padding.
Solid value proposition A 2015 model in this class represents good value, and the €3,000 deposit is reasonable. The real confidence boost here is Palm Yachting's 5-star rating, though it's based on just one review, so take that as a promising signal rather than definitive proof.
One honest note We don't have the charter base location listed, which matters for your journey planning as an international client. Before booking, confirm how far the base is from your arrival airport and whether Palm Yachting arranges transfers, that can make or break a long-haul trip.
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 Tuscany and Elba: Livorno coast, Piombino, Scarlino and Punta Ala
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Tuscany and Elba: Livorno coast, Piombino, Scarlino and Punta Ala 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.
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 Tuscany and Elba: Livorno coast, Piombino, Scarlino and Punta Ala, we're happy to talk through your plans.
- Porto Azzurro43%
- Darsena Medicea36%
- Marina di Campo25%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Marina di San Vincenzo
Based at Marina di San Vincenzo, Italy . Kosi is operated by Palm Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina di San Vincenzo · Italy
- Licences
- ICC or RYA Day Skipper licence and VHF certificate are required. Italian operators ask for a sailing CV; conditions are stricter in the Aeolian Islands than on the mainland.
- Security deposit
- €3,000
- 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 Italy
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Amalfi Coast: Salerno, Capri, Procida bases. Naples is the main hub; train link to the marinas.
Sardinia north coast: Cala dei Sardi, Cannigione, Porto Cervo bases.
Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Daily flights from London and Rome.
Possible routes
Italy · west coast & islands
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Amalfi Coast
Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.
1Salerno
2Amalfi
3Positano
4Capri
5Procida
Sardinia & La Maddalena
Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.
1Olbia
2Maddalena
3Caprera
4Bonifacio
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