TS 42 | CASTOR

Catamaran · Port Dahouët · Open Sail

3 cab 8 berths 13m 2016

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€4,750 from / week

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Refundable security deposit €9,000 held at check-in, returned after charter

The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance. Cleaning, tourist tax, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are billed at the base — we confirm the full breakdown when you request a quote.

Available Weeks

Typical weather at Plèneuf-Val-Andrè (3-year mean, Open-Meteo)

Jan

9°

4h 25

Feb

11°

5h 22

Mar

13°

7h 25

Apr

15°

10h 23

May

17°

12h 21

Jun

21°

12h 19

Jul

22°

11h 22

Aug

23°

11h 20

Sep

20°

9h 21

Oct

18°

7h 22

Nov

13°

5h 25

Dec

11°

4h 26

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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

€220 per rental mandatory

Charter pack(briefing and consumables : gas bottles, batteries, water, gazoline for tender)

€90 per rental mandatory

Gennaker on furler

Included 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.

€9,000 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

Asymmetric spinnaker

€480 per week optional

Bed linen 'sheets, pillowcases, and dish towels'

€20 per rental optional

Skipper

€320 per night optional

3 Cabins

8 Berths (6+2)

2 Toilets

13m Length

Length13m

Beam7.39m

Cabins3

Berths8

WC2

Year2016

TypeCatamaran

Deposit€9,000

Equipment (10 aboard · 42 not)

Radio-CD player
Solar Panels
Inverter
Water maker
Autopilot
Chart plotter
Spinnaker
Gennaker
Outboard engine
Stand up paddle
Air condition
Heating
Refrigerator
Coffee maker
Ice maker
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer
TV
DVD player
Cockpit speakers
Game console
Wi-Fi & Internet
Convertible table
Cockpit cushions
Electric toilet
Generator
Holding tank
Outside Steering Position
Chart plotter in cockpit
Radar
Racing sails
Lazy jack
Lazy bag
Electric winches
Bimini
Sprayhood
Bow thruster
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
Dinghy
Diving equipment
Snorkeling equipment

Perfect for groups This 13m catamaran sleeps up to 8 across three cabins, making it ideal for families or friends chartering together, especially if you're flying in from the US or Europe and want to maximize value across a shared group cost. The beam and layout of a cat at this size deliver genuine comfort for a week-long adventure.

Smart, modern setup The 2016 build includes genuinely useful kit: water maker (crucial for extended cruising), solar panels plus inverter (reduces fuel costs and engine noise), autopilot, and dual sails for varied conditions. SUP boards are a nice bonus for anchorage days. This isn't a stripped-down bareboat, it's thoughtfully equipped.

Reasonable value equation At this size and age, the €9,000 deposit is standard. Weekly rates will depend on season, but a three-cabin cat this modern typically represents fair pricing for groups splitting costs. You're not paying for brand-new, but you're getting a capable, well-maintained vessel.

One practical note The base location isn't listed in your details, so clarify with Open Sail where you'll depart from, airport transfer time and whether they offer English-speaking briefing will matter if you're sailing internationally. Request confirmation of fuel policy and whether the outboard is the primary engine (catamarans can be engine-dependent in light winds).

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The marina & destination

Based at Port Dahouët, in Plèneuf-Val-Andrè, France. CASTOR is operated by Open Sail.

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Why this is a great starting point

Port Dahouët sits on the Côte d'Émeraude in northern Brittany, offering quick access to the Bay of Saint-Brieuc and the dramatic tidal channels of the Rance estuary. Week 1 charters typically explore the sheltered Breton coast southward toward Saint-Cast-le-Guildo or north toward Cap Fréhel, with reliable westerly winds and numerous anchorages in small granite coves. The marina itself is well-protected and the shallow-draft advantage suits exploration of the intricate coastline and the medieval port town of Dinan, reachable via the tidal Rance River at the right tidal window.

Can CASTOR be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter CASTOR 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 CASTOR?

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.

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