Dufour 512 Grand Large | Sofia

Sail boat · Marina di Portisco · Boomerang

4 cab 8 berths 15.1m 2016

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Available Weeks

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

Jan

15°

7h 24

Feb

15°

8h 19

Mar

17°

10h 24

Apr

19°

11h 23

May

23°

12h 21

Jun

29°

14h 21

Jul

33°

14h 23

Aug

32°

13h 21

Sep

27°

11h 22

Oct

24°

9h 21

Nov

19°

8h 23

Dec

16°

7h 21

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)

LA MADDALENA PARK over 50'

€90 per week mandatory

Gas Bottle

€35 per rental mandatory

CLEANING OVER 50

€280 per rental mandatory

LINEN per person

€15 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.

€5,000 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

SAFETY NET over 50'

€200 per rental optional

SUP (stand up paddle)

€180 per week optional

ICE MAKER

€80 per rental optional

SEABOB

€300 per week optional

Towel set

€15 per rental optional

Damage waiver from 51ft & Cats + Refundable deposit of EUR 1500

€800 per rental optional

Gennaker over 44'

€500 per week optional

Outboard engine

€140 per week optional

4 Cabins

8 Berths

3 Toilets

15m Length

Length15.1m

Beam4.8m

Cabins4

Berths8

WC3

Year2016

TypeSail boat

Deposit€5,000

Equipment (3 aboard · 49 not)

Radio-CD player
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
Solar Panels
Inverter
Water maker
Holding tank
Autopilot
Outside Steering Position
Chart plotter
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

Rebuilt 2025

Perfect for families The Dufour 512 is a proven cruiser that suits groups wanting comfortable, straightforward sailing without too much fuss. Four cabins sleeping eight make it ideal for a couple of families or a larger group of friends, and the 2016 build means you're getting a well-maintained vessel with modern systems.

Well-equipped basics Sofia comes with sensible essentials like a bimini and sprayhood for sun and weather protection, plus a radio and CD player for entertainment. It's not a luxury yacht, but you're getting the kit you actually need for a week of relaxed cruising rather than unnecessary frills.

Solid value proposition With a five-star operator rating (admittedly from just three reviews) and a reasonable deposit of €5000, this looks like honest charter pricing. The Dufour brand is reliable and popular across Mediterranean and Atlantic bases, so maintenance standards are typically good.

One practical note The listing doesn't specify the charter base location, which matters enormously for your journey, some bases are two hours from a major airport, others require a connection or longer transfer. Before booking, confirm where Sofia is based so you can factor in travel time from your nearest international hub.

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

The marina & destination

Based at Marina di Portisco, in Portisco, Italy. Sofia is operated by Boomerang.

Str. Panoramica Costa Smeralda Km0,100

Why this is a great starting point

Marina di Portisco sits on Sardinia's northeast coast and provides excellent access to the Maddalena archipelago, reachable in 15-20 nautical miles on a typical northwesterly breeze. Week 1 charters work well as sheltered day hops between granite-studded islands with good holding in sandy bays, or longer passages south to the Costa Smeralda if conditions favour. The marina itself offers full facilities and lies close enough to Porto Cervo for provisioning, making it a practical base for both relaxed cruising and more ambitious sailing.

Can Sofia be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter Sofia 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 Sofia?

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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