Grand Patience (Maxus 28)
2013 · 8.5 m · 2 cabins · 6 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
8.5m · 2013 · Sail boat
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
13 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 for couples The Grand Patience is an ideal choice for two people who want simplicity and value on the water. At 8.5 metres with just 2 cabins, this 2013 Maxus 28 keeps things intimate and easy to manage.
Smart practical features Solar panels and a fridge mean you can cruise comfortably without constant engine running, and the lazy bag makes sail handling genuinely relaxed. You get a dinghy and outboard included, which opens up anchorages and remote beaches that larger charter fleets can't access.
Excellent value proposition At €1,526 per week with only a €3,000 deposit, this is genuinely competitive pricing for a equipped cruising sailboat in Europe. You're paying for a boat that works, not a glossy showpiece.
Crew space reality check Fair warning: if you're thinking of bringing four friends, the two-cabin layout will feel tight quickly, those 6 berths assume flexible sleeping arrangements. Loc Voile Armor operates from France (exact base location wasn't specified), so confirm airport transfers and English-language support before booking, especially if you're arriving from the US or UK and need seamless logistics.
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Where Charters Went
If you're planning a yacht charter from North Brittany: Port d'Armor, Dahouët and the Channel Islands, have a look at the overnight stops on this heat map. They come from charter yachts tracked by AIS on round trips during the 2026 season so far, giving you past activity to compare with your own plans. The map is not for navigation.
We can help you work through a charter route from North Brittany: Port d'Armor, Dahouët and the Channel Islands for the kind of boat you're considering. Open the full map, pick out the stops that interest you and talk to us about how they might fit together.
- Armor29%
- Saint-Père25%
- Lézardrieux25%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Port d'Armor
Based at Port d'Armor, France . Grand Patience is operated by Loc Voile Armor.
Good to know
- Location
- Port d'Armor · France
- Licences
- ICC or RYA Day Skipper licence accepted plus VHF. Corsican operators check thoroughly; Côte d'Azur operators usually rely on a sailing CV plus a brief on-water check.
- 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 France
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Côte d'Azur: Antibes, Cannes, Saint-Tropez bases. Many low-cost European connections.
Corsica west: Ajaccio, Propriano. Smaller airport; connect via Paris or Marseille.
Corsica east. Closer if you're starting from Saint-Florent or Bastia bases.
Possible routes
France · French Riviera and Corsica
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Côte d'Azur
Glamorous but moorings are pricey in summer; alternate marina nights with anchor nights.
1Antibes
2Cannes
3St Tropez
4Porquerolles
Corsica · north and west
Wild, mountainous, and far less crowded than the mainland, Corsica is a different charter than people expect.
1Ajaccio
2Sanguinaires
3Girolata
4Calvi
5Saint-Florent
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