Bareboat Sailing Yacht Dufour 460 Grand Large
French-built Dufour 460 for confident sailors in the Solent
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About Bareboat Sailing Yacht Dufour 460 Grand Large
This five-cabin Dufour 460 Grand Large is a purpose-built cruising yacht that rewards experienced skippers with responsive handling and genuine comfort. Italian design refined through French craftsmanship, she offers the performance expected of a modern Dufour without sacrificing the liveable spaces families and couples value on extended charters.
The saloon provides ample room for entertaining, with a well-equipped galley that encourages proper cooking rather than compromise. Three heads serve the five cabins, whilst the cockpit ice box and swim platform speak to thoughtful deck design. Lazy jacks and a bow thruster ease the practical demands of bareboat sailing.
Highlights
- •Five cabins with four doubles and one bunk cabin, sleeping up to ten guests comfortably
- •Bow thruster, lazy jacks, and swim platform reduce fatigue and enhance safety
- •Three heads, freezer, and full galley support independent provisioning and extended cruising
- •Kayaks, paddle boards, and fishing equipment available to hire for explorations beyond the yacht
The Charter Experience
Base yourself in Southampton and explore the Solent, one of Northern Europe's most active and rewarding sailing grounds. The Isle of Wight lies within easy reach, offering sheltered anchorages and the appeal of England's south coast maritime heritage. The Solent demands respect and prior charter experience; its busy shipping lanes and tidal character suit skippers who have sailed before. Finish your day at traditional harbourside pubs in villages like Hamble, where fresh seafood and proper British hospitality remain unhurried traditions.
Suggested Itinerary
Sail from Southampton up the Solent to Cowes, home to Royal Yacht Squadron traditions, then anchor off the Isle of Wight's northern coast. Explore Yarmouth or Fishbourne for supplies, and return east along protected waters to quieter creeks near Hamble and Port Solent, where shallow-draft anchorages reward careful navigation.
Specifications
12
5
10
Monohull