Menelaos (Sun Odyssey 490)
2024 · 14.2 m · 4 cabins · 8 berths
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Weekly prices€4,820 · 3 Oct – 24 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for families This 2024 Sun Odyssey 490 is ideal for groups of 4, 8 wanting a modern, comfortable sailing experience without sacrificing ease of handling. The four cabins and solid onboard amenities make it well-suited to family charters or two couples looking for space and privacy.
Well-equipped modern yacht You're getting genuinely useful features here: solar panels and an inverter keep power reliable, the bow thruster makes tight anchorages manageable, and the swimming platform with bimini adds real comfort in warm waters. The electric toilet, chart plotter, and autopilot round out a hassle-free setup that'll appeal to sailors who want modern convenience rather than a spartan experience.
Solid value proposition At 14.2 metres with four cabins, this represents fair pricing for a brand-new Jeanneau in 2024, especially if Olympic Yachting's rates are competitive for the Mediterranean or wherever the base is located. The €3,000 deposit is reassuring and suggests transparent, reasonable terms.
Limited track record caveat With only one five-star review on record, Menelaos doesn't yet have a proven rental history to lean on, though that's partly because she's brand new. If you're risk-averse, you might want to request recent client feedback directly from Olympic Yachting or check their broader reputation before committing.
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Where Charters WentLavrion
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Lavrion, 2025.
These figures are for the area, not this boat's own record.
Observed hourly positions · one observed fix per boat-hour; missing hours omitted; colour is relative within this view.
Top Overnight Stops
- Kythnos52%
- Kea36%
- Poros36%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
Kythnos was the most common first night out, at 26% of trips with a recorded first night.
On 45% of trips, the furthest point from base was within over 60 nm, measured in a straight line.
The marina & destination Lavrion Main Port · Greece
Based at Lavrion Main Port, Greece . Menelaos is operated by Olympic Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Lavrion Main Port · 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
- €3,000
- 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
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