Melina (Oceanis 48)
Rhodes New Marina
Weekly prices€4,200 · 3 Oct – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 12 berths (10+2) · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
12 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 Groups This Oceanis 48 is built for larger parties, five cabins and 12 berths mean you can bring family or friends without cramping. At €5,000/week, you're looking at excellent value per person if you're splitting costs across a decent-sized crew.
Well-Equipped Cruiser Solar panels, bow thruster, autopilot, and a full sprayhood tick all the boxes for comfortable, modern sailing. The snorkeling kit and dinghy with outboard are genuine bonuses for exploring beyond your mooring, and the cockpit speakers add a nice touch for those sunset moments.
Strong Operator Choice ARCHON Yachting's perfect 5/5 rating across their reviews is genuinely impressive, it suggests reliable support and well-maintained vessels, which matters when you're flying long-haul to the base. The low €500 deposit is refreshingly reasonable too.
One Reality Check A 2014 Oceanis 48 with 12 berths will feel snug when full; cabins on this model aren't generous, so manage expectations if your group values privacy. Beyond that, this is a solid, honest choice for a sociable charter at fair pricing.
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The marina & destination Rhodes New Marina · Greece
Based at Rhodes New Marina, Greece . Melina is operated by ARCHON Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Rhodes New Marina · Greece
- Licences
- Bareboat skipper licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, or equivalent) and VHF licence are required, plus a co-skipper or second crew member with a sailing CV. Greek authorities check both at the marina.
- Security deposit
- €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 there4 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.
Saronic Gulf bases (Alimos, Kalamaki): Athens Eleftherios Venizelos is 25 minutes from the marinas.
Ionian bases: Lefkas, Meganisi. Limited direct flights; many people connect via Athens or Corfu.
Dodecanese: Kos, Symi, Leros bases. Daily summer charters from northern Europe.
Cyclades: Mykonos and Paros bases. Pricey in peak season.
Possible routes3 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.
Saronic Gulf
Short legs, reliable wind, history at every stop. Best first-charter route in Greece.
1Athens (Alimos)
2Aegina
3Poros
4Hydra
5Spetses
Cyclades
Meltemi wind July-August. Plan for one weather day, and book the marina in advance for the islands you do not want to miss.
1Athens
2Kea
3Paros
4Naxos
5Mykonos
Ionian
Light, predictable winds. Easiest sailing in Greece, most-loved by families and first-timers stepping up.
1Lefkas
2Meganisi
3Ithaca
4Kefalonia
Where charters went
Rhodes
- Symi93%
- Chalki48%
- Tilos40%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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