Telchinis (Sun Odyssey 409)
Rhodes New Marina
Weekly prices€3,000 · 22 Aug – 10 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
15 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.
Ideal for smaller groups This 2011 Sun Odyssey 409 works perfectly for families or friend groups of 4, 6 people wanting a comfortable, manageable sail without feeling cramped. The three-cabin layout is practical, and 8 berths gives you flexibility if you're bringing teenagers or mixing singles and couples.
Well-equipped essentials The bow thruster and chart plotter in the cockpit are genuinely useful features that make handling easier in tight anchorages, especially valuable if you're not expert sailors. The sprayhood keeps you dry during morning coffee, and the electric toilet saves the manual pump aggravation. This boat feels thought-through for actual cruising comfort.
Strong value proposition At €2,700/week from a highly-rated operator (4.8/5 across 9 reviews), you're getting a solid mid-range price for a proven, popular design in good condition. The €2,000 deposit is reasonable and suggests transparent dealing. For transatlantic flyers, confirm your charter base location, transfer times from airport matter when you're jet-lagged and ready to cast off.
One practical note: A 2011 boat is approaching 13 years old, so ask about recent rebedding of through-hulls and whether the sprayhood fabric has been replaced. Nothing alarming, but worth verifying maintenance records given how much saltwater exposure affects these components over time.
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The marina & destination Rhodes New Marina · Greece
Based at Rhodes New Marina, Greece . Telchinis is operated by JF Yachts.
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
- €2,000
- 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).
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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