Rhamnus (Dufour 530 Owner's version)
Marina di Portisco
Weekly prices€6,390 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 9 berths · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Ideal for families The Dufour 530 is a spacious, modern cruiser that suits multi-generational groups or two couples seeking comfort over performance. With 5 cabins and 9 berths in a 2023 build, there's genuine living space, rare in sailing yachts this size.
Well-equipped vessel Solar panels, electric winches, hydraulic gangway, and a proper swimming platform show thoughtful spec choices for bareboat chartering. The teak cockpit and built-in barbecue make socializing easy, while the chart plotter and inverter handle navigation and power needs smoothly.
Fair value proposition At this age and size, the €4,500 deposit is reasonable, and you're getting reliable Dufour construction with modern comforts, though we'd expect daily rates to reflect the newness and cabin count fairly.
Operator concern flagged The 3.3/5 rating from 19 reviews warrants caution; dig into recent feedback on checkout procedures, support responsiveness, and any hidden charges before committing. Given you're flying long-haul to Sardinia, reliable operator support matters significantly if issues arise mid-charter.
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The marina & destination Marina di Portisco · Italy
Based at Marina di Portisco, Italy . Rhamnus is operated by Yachting in Sardinia.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina di Portisco · 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
- €4,500
- 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 there3 airports nearby
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 routes2 hand-picked itineraries
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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