FLOU (Oceanis 48)

Solid all-rounder The Oceanis 48 "FLOU" is a well-equipped, modern cruising yacht that suits mixed groups, families, friends, or corporate outings, who want comfort without fuss. With four cabins sleeping up to 10, you've got flexibility for groups of 6, 8 without feeling cramped, and the 2018 build means systems are current and reliable.

Standout kit What catches the eye here is the thoughtful extras: bow thruster (huge for confined anchorages and picking up moorings single-handed), autopilot and chart plotter for easier passage-making, plus the social touches like cockpit speakers and teak decking that make downtime pleasant. The sprayhood and bimini mean you're not cooking in the sun or getting hammered by spray, real quality-of-life features.

Value assessment At €1,600 deposit, this feels fairly priced for a late-model Oceanis with this spec. Ultra Sailing's 5-star rating across reviews is a strong signal, though the sample is small, worth asking them directly about recent client feedback and what's included in your charter rate.

One practical note The base location isn't listed in your data, so you'll want to confirm where FLOU is moored and how long the airport transfer takes from your arrival city, if you're flying intercontinental, even a 2-hour drive feels different than a 30-minute one after a long ha

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