Salona 38 : Cherry
- Length
- 11.5 m
- Toilets
- 1
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Price & Extras
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Weekly prices
Specifications
11.5m · 2012 · Sail boat
Equipment
Equipment names come from the operator. Crossed-out items are not listed by them. That does not mean they are absent.
- Sprayhood
- Inverter
- Autopilot
- Lazy bag
- Chart plotter
- Refrigerator
- Bimini top
- Heating
- Teak Cockpit
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What KateBot thinks
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14 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.
Who it suits This Salona 38 works well for small groups or families after a relaxed coastal cruise without breaking the bank, eight berths mean you can split costs comfortably, and at €1,600/week, it's genuinely affordable for a three-cabin sailboat. The 2012 build and modest £1,000 deposit suggest a straightforward, no-frills charter experience rather than a luxury affair.
Standout features The teak cockpit and sprayhood are nice touches for comfort, and the kit covers essentials: autopilot, chart plotter, heating, and a lazy bag for hassle-free sail handling. An inverter and fridge mean you can keep food fresh and charge devices without relying solely on engine power, practical for an extended cruise.
Value for money At this price point, you're getting decent value, especially if you're self-catering and comfortable with a compact three-cabin layout. The 11.5-metre length keeps it easy to handle, which translates to lower running costs, fuel, mooring, skipper fees, compared to larger vessels.
One honest caveat The operator's 3.3/5 rating across just three reviews is a red flag worth investigating before booking. Reach out directly to ask about those reviews and speak with previous charterers; a small sample size can hide inconsistencies in maintenance or customer service that might matter to you.
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.
Where Charters Went
Yacht charter overnight stops in Pula and Istria
The heat map shows recorded overnight stops from round trips made by charter yachts tracked by AIS from Pula and Istria during the 2026 season so far. You can use it to see where those yachts spent their nights and compare that with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Where charter yachts spent their nights
Mali Lošinj appeared on 30% of trips, Unije on 28% and Susak on 17%. Unije was the most common first night at 13%, while Mali Lošinj led last nights at 10%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 57% of trips.
Planning your charter route
Use the recorded stops as a starting point for your charter plans. The full map gives you more to compare, and you can ask us about a route from Pula and Istria for this type of boat.
- Mali Lošinj30%
- Unije28%
- Susak17%
Based on sailing yachts and catamarans from the nearest charter area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Marina Izola
Based at Marina Izola , Slovenia . Cherry is operated by Batana Navtik.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Izola · Slovenia
- Licences
- A recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus VHF licence is typical for bareboat charter. We confirm the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
- Security deposit
- €1,000
- 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).
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