Mata (Sun Odyssey 54DS)

Porto Degli Argonauti

Mata
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Weekly prices€3,000 · 15 Sep – 31 DecAvailability on application
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15 Sep€3,000
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 12 berths (10+2) · 4 wc16.4m · 2006 · Sail boat
Length16.4m
Beam4.9m
Cabins5
Berths12
WC4
Year2006
TypeSail boat
Deposit€3,000
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words
SailChecker note

20 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.

Best for families The Mata is a solid choice if you're bringing a multigenerational crew or friends, five cabins sleeping 12 makes it genuinely accommodating without feeling cramped. The 2006 Sun Odyssey 54DS is a proven, well-designed platform that's comfortable for week-long sailing holidays.

Standout practical features You get the essentials that make life easier: bow thruster for tight anchorages, autopilot for longer passages, a working fridge, and even cockpit speakers to set the mood. The lazy bag keeps sail handling manageable, which matters when you've got a larger group aboard.

Honest value assessment At €3,000 per week, this is mid-range pricing for a 54-footer in the Mediterranean (assuming that's where OceanMed operates). You're paying fairly for the space and sleeping capacity, though the 2006 build means some systems may feel dated compared to newer boats.

One real consideration With 12 berths, comfort depends entirely on how many people actually join you, sailing a big boat with just four of you will feel wasteful and harder to manage. Make sure your crew size justifies the size, or you might find yourself paying premium rates for unused cabins.

KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.

The marina & destination Porto Degli Argonauti · ItalyPorto Degli Argonauti

Based at Porto Degli Argonauti, Italy . Mata is operated by OceanMed Sailing.

Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
Porto Degli Argonauti · 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
€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 there3 airports nearbyFlights to Italy

The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.

NaplesNAP~60 km · 1.5 h

Amalfi Coast: Salerno, Capri, Procida bases. Naples is the main hub; train link to the marinas.

OlbiaOLB~10 km · 20 min

Sardinia north coast: Cala dei Sardi, Cannigione, Porto Cervo bases.

PalermoPMO~30 km · 40 min

Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Daily flights from London and Rome.

Possible routes2 hand-picked itinerariesItaly · west coast & islands

A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.

Amalfi Coast7 days · ~120 nm · 5 stops

Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.

1Salerno
Charter base. Spend the first night here before the coast.
2Amalfi
Tie alongside or pick up a mooring outside the breakwater.
3Positano
No marina, moor offshore and tender in. The dramatic photo stop.
4Capri
Marina Grande books months ahead; many boats anchor in Marina Piccola instead.
5Procida
Quieter than Capri, equally pretty. Marina di Corricella has the colourful houses.
Sardinia & La Maddalena7 days · ~140 nm · 4 stops

Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.

1Olbia
Charter base.
2Maddalena
Permits required, the park office handles them; budget €20-30 per night.
3Caprera
Garibaldi's island; clear anchorages on the east side.
4Bonifacio
French Corsica: cliff-faced fjord harbour. Stamp the passport. Worth the day.

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