Pileas (Sun Odyssey 490)
D-Marin Marina Gouvia
Weekly prices€4,800 · 10 Oct – 17 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment6 cab · 12 berths · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Brilliant family choice. The Sun Odyssey 490 Pileas is genuinely excellent for groups and families who want serious comfort without sacrificing sailing performance. Six cabins sleeping 12 makes this ideal for multi-family getaways or larger friend groups, and the 2020 build year means everything is reliable and modern.
Smart kit included. You're getting proper cruising essentials here, bow thruster, autopilot, solar panels, and a chart plotter take the stress out of navigation and maneuvering. The snorkeling gear, bimini, and sprayhood show Istion Yachting has thought about user comfort, not just ticking boxes.
Genuine value proposition. At €4,160 per week with zero deposit required and a flawless 5/5 operator rating, this delivers excellent bang for money, especially split among a larger party. You're hiring from a genuinely respected Greek operator, which carries weight for reliability and service standards.
One realistic note. With 12 potential berths, you'll want to confirm cabin layouts and head/shower ratios before committing; a 14.2m yacht stretched across six cabins means some will be snug, and bathroom facilities might feel stretched during peak occupancy.
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The marina & destination D-Marin Marina Gouvia · Greece
Based at D-Marin Marina Gouvia, Greece . Pileas is operated by Istion Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- D-Marin Marina Gouvia · 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.
- 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
Corfu
- Paxos89%
- Agios Nikolaos60%
- Antipaxos37%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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