Premium Family 4-6 p. : Arpège
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Weekly prices
Specifications
10.8m · 2007 · Motor yacht
Equipment
Equipment names come from the operator. Crossed-out items are not listed by them. That does not mean they are absent.
- Ice maker
- Flybridge
- Coffee maker
- Bow thruster
- TV
- Heating
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What KateBot thinks
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19 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 This 2007 Nicols Estivale is ideal for two couples or a small family seeking a relaxed inland waterway experience rather than coastal sailing. The 10.8-metre length keeps things manageable and intimate.
Practical comfort features You're getting solid conveniences here, heating for shoulder seasons, a flybridge for sightseeing, bow thruster for tight moorings, and everyday luxuries like coffee and ice makers. These thoughtful touches matter on a week-long river cruise where you'll spend time genuinely living aboard.
Sensible value proposition At this price point with a modest €3,500 deposit, you're paying fairly for a well-equipped inland boat that won't demand premium charter fees. Motor boats on French waterways offer excellent bang-for-buck if you prioritise comfort over sailing adventure.
One honest note A 2007 build means this vessel is aging, factor in that mechanical systems and upholstery may show their years, and ask Anjou Navigation directly about recent refits before booking. Given the long haul from the US or UK to the Loire Valley or Burgundy region, you'll want confidence the boat will perform reliably.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
The marina & destination
Sablé-sur-Sarthe
Based at Sablé-sur-Sarthe , France . Arpège is operated by Anjou Navigation.
Good to know
- Location
- Sablé-sur-Sarthe · 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
- €3,500
- 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 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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