Sun Odyssey 42 | Margot

Sail boat · Marina di Portisco · Europe Sail and Charter

3 cab 8 berths 12.8m 2010
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What you'll pay

Charter pricing is famously opaque. Here's everything the operator will charge — mandatory items paid at the base, plus optional add-ons you can opt into.

Paid at the base (mandatory)

End cleaning (from 40 to 46 ft)
€210 per rental mandatory
Bed kit
2 sets of linen 1 pillow case 1 big towel 1 medium towel 1 small towel 1 mattress cover
€30 per booking person mandatory
Refundable security deposit
Held at check-in (card pre-auth or bank transfer), refunded after charter if the yacht is returned without damage. Deposit-waiver insurance is one of the optional extras below — reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.
€3,000 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

Hostess + provisions
€150 per day optional
Outboard for Dinghy
€130 per week optional
Transfer from/to Olbia Airport - Marina di Portisco (up to 12 pax)
€120 per rental optional
Transfer from/to Olbia Airport - Marina di Portisco (from 8 pax)
€100 per rental optional
Skipper + provisions
€200 per day optional
Transfer from/to Olbia Airport - Marina di Portisco (from 5 to 7 pax)
€80 per rental optional
SUP (upon availability)
€150 per week optional
Transfer from/to Olbia Airport - Marina di Portisco (from 1 to 4 pax)
€60 per rental optional
3 Cabins
8 Berths
2 Toilets
12m Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length12.8m
Beam4.1m
Cabins3
Berths8
WC2
Year2010
TypeSail boat
Deposit€3,000

Equipment (7 aboard · 45 not)

  • Refrigerator
  • Radio-CD player
  • Autopilot
  • Chart plotter in cockpit
  • Electric winches
  • Bimini
  • Dinghy
  • Air condition
  • Heating
  • Coffee maker
  • Ice maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer/Dryer
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Cockpit speakers
  • Game console
  • Wi-Fi & Internet
  • Convertible table
  • Cockpit cushions
  • Electric toilet
  • Generator
  • Solar Panels
  • Inverter
  • Water maker
  • Holding tank
  • Outside Steering Position
  • Chart plotter
  • Radar
  • Spinnaker
  • Gennaker
  • Racing sails
  • Lazy jack
  • Lazy bag
  • Sprayhood
  • Bow thruster
  • Outboard engine
  • Rudder blades
  • Flybridge
  • Hydraulic gangway
  • Tender garage
  • Tenderlift platform
  • Swimming platform
  • Swimming pool
  • Underwater lights
  • Teak Cockpit
  • Teak deck
  • Railing net
  • Barbecue grill in cockpit
  • Diving equipment
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Stand up paddle
SailChecker Expert View

Perfect for families This 42-footer is an excellent choice if you're bringing kids or a mixed group of non-sailors—the three cabins sleep eight comfortably, and the electric winches make handling straightforward for less experienced crew.

Well-equipped cruiser You get practical essentials like autopilot, a proper chart plotter in the cockpit, and a bimini for sun protection, plus a dinghy included. That's honest kit for actual cruising rather than racing flat-out.

Solid value proposition At a 2010 build, "Margot" is established but not elderly, and the €3,000 deposit sits at a reasonable entry point for a three-cabin bareboat in European waters. You're getting genuine cruising comfort without overpaying for newness.

One practical note The base location isn't specified in your details, so I'd recommend checking directly with Europe Sail and Charter where this yacht is actually stationed—that'll affect your flight logistics and whether you can easily coordinate airport transfers before your charter starts.

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The marina & destination

Based at Marina di Portisco, in Portisco, Italy. Margot is operated by Europe Sail and Charter.

Str. Panoramica Costa Smeralda Km0,100

Frequently asked questions
Can Margot be rented with or without a skipper?
You can charter Margot bareboat (you skipper) if you hold the relevant sailing licence, or hire a professional skipper alongside the yacht. The choice is yours when you request the quote.
What sailing licence do I need to charter Margot?
Bareboat charter typically requires a recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus a VHF radio licence. The exact requirements depend on the country of charter — we confirm with the operator when you enquire.
What's included in the charter price?
The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance for the dates booked. Tourist tax, transit log (final cleaning + bed linen), fuel, food, marina fees during the trip, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are normally extra and paid at the base.
What additional costs should I expect at the base?
Typical mandatory extras are the transit log (often €200–€350), tourist tax (a small per-person-per-day fee), and a refundable security deposit (often €1,500–€5,000 depending on the yacht). Optional extras like a skipper, hostess, paddle board, or early check-in are listed on the quote.
How does the security deposit work?
The deposit is held by the operator at check-in (usually card pre-authorisation) and refunded after check-out if the yacht is returned without damage. Many operators offer a deposit-waiver insurance product that reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.
Can I cancel my charter booking?
Cancellation terms vary by operator. Most allow cancellation with a full refund if requested more than 60–90 days before the start date, with progressive penalties closer to departure. Some operators offer a flexible-cancellation insurance product when you book.
Is the yacht insured?
Yes — every yacht is insured by the operator against damage and third-party liability. The insurance covers the yacht itself; personal effects and trip cancellation are not covered and are worth insuring separately.
What documents do I need to bring?
You'll need your passport, sailing licence (if chartering bareboat), VHF radio licence, and proof of payment. The operator will send a check-in form ahead of time covering crew details and any special requests.
What payment methods are accepted?
Charter fees are normally paid by bank transfer in advance (often a 50% deposit at booking, balance 30 days before charter). On-base extras are usually paid by card or in cash.