Nicols Sedan 1000 | Sonate

Motor boat · Grez-Neuville · Anjou Navigation

3 cab 8 berths 10m 1994
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Available Weeks

Typical weather at Grez-Neuville (3-year mean, Open-Meteo)
Jan
9°
4h 23
Feb
10°
5h 20
Mar
13°
8h 21
Apr
16°
9h 20
May
19°
11h 19
Jun
24°
13h 18
Jul
25°
12h 20
Aug
25°
11h 18
Sep
22°
9h 19
Oct
18°
7h 20
Nov
13°
5h 22
Dec
10°
4h 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)

One Way
The logistic to come back to your car stays at your charge. We advise either to book a taxi or to leave one car in both marina before the cruise if you are able to.
€200 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.
€3,000 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

Bicycle
€25 per rental optional
BBQ
Gas barbecue rented with its gas bottle.
€25 per rental optional
Parking
Parking spot on a private property for your vehicle. Otherwise, you will find free public parking spots near the marina, no reservation needed.
€45 per week optional
Bycicle
€6 per night optional
Serenity + package
Including : fuel, cleaning, fully comprehensive insurance, adjournment guarantee, two of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€570 per rental optional
Serenity + package
Including : fuel, cleaning, fully comprehensive insurance, adjournment guarantee, two of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€750 per week optional
Cancellation policy
General terms at https://www.anjou-navigation.fr/en/cancellation-policy-anjou-navigation/ Please do write us an email as soon as you subscribe, to give us the first and last name of each crew member so that they can be covered by the insurance : contact@anjou-navigation.fr
Free optional
Serenity package
Including fuel, cleaning, damage waiver, one of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€77 per day optional
Prepaid fuel
Prepay your fuel and gas consumption (calculated on a basis of 5 hours of navigation per day, at current fuel price). If not suscribed, the payment of these consumptions will be done upon return of the boat, calculated on the number of engine hours used, at that time's listed price.
€60 per night optional
(Recommended) Postponement guarantee
Conditions on https://www.anjou-navigation.fr/en/postponement-guarantee/
Free optional
Fully comprehensive insurance (deductible reduced to 0€)
Reducing your deductible in case of accident (3000€) to 0€. Not covering any exclusion clause (equipment, voluntary degradation, failure to respect security instructions, etc ...). See general conditions of hire.
€260 per rental optional
Serenity + package
Including : fuel, cleaning, fully comprehensive insurance, adjournment guarantee, two of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€480 per rental optional
Serenity package
Including fuel, cleaning, damage waiver, one of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€550 per week optional
End cleaning
We take care of the final cleaning of the boat.
€150 per rental optional
Serenity package
Including fuel, cleaning, damage waiver, one of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€340 per rental optional
Serenity + package
Including : fuel, cleaning, fully comprehensive insurance, adjournment guarantee, two of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€104 per day optional
Wifi 4G box
€60 per rental optional
Parking
Parking spot on a private property for your vehicle. Otherwise, you will find free public parking spots near the marina, no reservation needed.
€6 per night optional
Pet on board
€50 per rental optional
Parking
Parking spot on a private property for your vehicle. Otherwise, you will find free public parking spots near the marina, no reservation needed.
€25 per rental optional
Serenity package
Including fuel, cleaning, damage waiver, one of the folllowing extra : barbecue / parking / bicycle.
€420 per rental optional
Deck matress
€12 per rental optional
Damage waiver (deductible reduced to 600€)
Reducing your damage waiver in case of accident (3000€) to a reduced amount : 600€. Not covering any exclusion clause (equipment, voluntary degradation, failure to respect security instructions, etc ...). See general conditions of hire.
€160 per rental optional
BBQ
Gas barbecue rented with its gas bottle.
€6 per night optional
BBQ
Gas barbecue rented with its gas bottle.
€45 per week optional
Bycicle
€45 per week optional
3 Cabins
8 Berths
2 Toilets
10m Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length10m
Beam3.8m
Cabins3
Berths8
WC2
Year1994
TypeMotor boat
Deposit€3,000

Equipment (4 aboard · 48 not)

  • Heating
  • Coffee maker
  • Ice maker
  • Flybridge
  • Air condition
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer/Dryer
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Radio-CD 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
  • Bimini
  • Sprayhood
  • Bow thruster
  • Outboard engine
  • Rudder blades
  • 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
About this yacht
A boat focused on outside space ! Best suited for a family or potentially a couple, the Comfort Family Boat 4 to 8 people is appreciated for its terrace and the optimization of its space, alongside its captain cabin !
SailChecker Expert View

Relaxed river cruising The Nicols Sedan 1000 suits couples and small families wanting a slow-paced inland waterway experience rather than open-water sailing. This is a proper river cruiser, think French canals and gentle waterways, not a blue-water yacht.

Practical comfort features Heating and a flybridge make sense for European river cruising in shoulder seasons, while the coffee maker and ice maker are nice touches for extended charters. Three cabins sleeping eight work well for two families sharing costs, though berths will be snug for taller guests.

Good-value charter base The €3,000 deposit is reasonable and suggests affordable daily rates typical of river-boat charters. Anjou Navigation operates from the Loire/Anjou region, excellent for first-time boat operators and those who want zero-stress holidays rather than sailing challenges.

Age consideration At 30 years old, this boat is honest about its vintage; confirm with the operator what major systems (engine, plumbing, electrics) have been recently serviced, as older river cruisers can sometimes surprise you with unexpected maintenance needs mid-charter.

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

The marina & destination

Based at Grez-Neuville, in Grez-Neuville, France. Sonate is operated by Anjou Navigation.

Why this is a great starting point

Grez-Neuville sits on the Maine river in the Loire Valley, offering access to a network of inland waterways rather than coastal cruising; week one typically involves navigating locks upstream toward Angers or downstream toward the Oudon confluence, with gentle river scenery and small villages as destinations. This base suits charterers seeking a slower pace of cruising with manageable daily distances, french inland cuisine, and the chance to explore châteaux-lined valleys rather than open water. Note that this is river cruising requiring lock experience or willingness to learn; it's not suitable for those expecting Aegean-style sailing.

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