Benoit (Sun Odyssey 42 i)
Marina di San Vincenzo
Weekly prices€2,550 · 12 Sep – 24 Oct
Price across the season
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
17 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 mixed groups. The Sun Odyssey 42 i offers three cabins sleeping up to eight, making it ideal for families or friends wanting to share costs on a week's sailing, especially if you're flying long-haul from the US or Europe to reach the charter base.
Solid, proven design. This 2009 Jeanneau is a workhorse with a teak deck, autopilot for easier cruising, and a heating system (handy for shoulder-season charters in cooler Mediterranean or Atlantic waters). The included dinghy expands your anchorage options considerably.
Strong value proposition. A €2,500 deposit is very reasonable, and at this size and age, daily rates should be competitive without feeling like you're compromising on comfort or safety, a nice sweet spot for bareboat chartering.
One thing to note: The operator has only one review on file, so while the 5/5 rating is encouraging, you won't have a broad track record to lean on; a quick call to Palm Yachting about their maintenance schedule and guest feedback will give you more confidence before booking.
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The marina & destination Marina di San Vincenzo · Italy
Based at Marina di San Vincenzo, Italy . Benoit is operated by Palm Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina di San Vincenzo · Italy
- Licences
- ICC or RYA Day Skipper licence and VHF certificate are required. Italian operators ask for a sailing CV; conditions are stricter in the Aeolian Islands than on the mainland.
- Security deposit
- €2,500
- 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 there3 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.
Amalfi Coast: Salerno, Capri, Procida bases. Naples is the main hub; train link to the marinas.
Sardinia north coast: Cala dei Sardi, Cannigione, Porto Cervo bases.
Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Daily flights from London and Rome.
Possible routes2 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.
Amalfi Coast
Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.
1Salerno
2Amalfi
3Positano
4Capri
5Procida
Sardinia & La Maddalena
Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.
1Olbia
2Maddalena
3Caprera
4Bonifacio
Where charters went
Tuscany and Elba: Livorno coast, Piombino, Scarlino and Punta Ala
- Porto Azzurro43%
- Darsena Medicea36%
- Marina di Campo25%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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