Bareboat Sailing Yacht Sun Odyssey 440
Jeanneau performance meets Ionian comfort for eight sailors
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About Bareboat Sailing Yacht Sun Odyssey 440
The Sun Odyssey 440 is a modern sailing cruiser built in 2020 and designed by Philippe Briand around two core principles: responsive performance and genuine comfort. Four double cabins accommodate groups of friends or families seeking to explore Greece under sail, whilst her straightforward rigging makes her accessible to both novice sailors and experienced skippers keen to harness the Ionian's reliable afternoon winds.
Interior styling balances elegance with practicality. Clean lines and bright finishes create an airy saloon; cabin fans, electric windlass, and a full galley speak to comfort after long days on deck. Solar panels and substantial battery capacity support extended cruising without compromising onboard power. A cockpit table and bimini shade transform the outdoor living space into a sheltered social hub, ideal for evening aperitifs or morning espresso before casting off.
Highlights
- •Four double cabins sleep eight with en-suite heads and cabin fans
- •Philippe Briand interior design with bright, stylish appointments
- •Electric windlass and lazy jack reduce physical sail handling
- •Kayaks, paddle boards and fishing gear available for hire
The Charter Experience
The Ionian Islands reward unhurried sailing. Morning anchorages in Fiskardo and Kalamos are starting points for gentle hops between sheltered coves, each with its own taverna serving local catches and house wine. Consistent afternoon thermals fill your sails by midday; mornings remain calm, perfect for swimming in crystalline water or paddling a kayak into sea caves. The southern Ionian's geography creates natural wind corridors and protected harbours, making it ideal for both building confidence and chasing better conditions. Bare-boat charter here means autonomy: you set the pace, choose your anchorage, and discover why generations of sailors return to these waters.
Suggested Itinerary
A typical week from Lefkas might carry you south towards Meganisi and Scorpios, then east to the Echinades for quiet anchorages and taverna lunches, returning via Sivota's sheltered bay. Alternatively, explore northwards into deeper Ionian cruising grounds where fewer boats venture. The Sun Odyssey 440's responsive helm and spacious cockpit make each passage rewarding, not arduous.
Specifications
44.0 m
12
4
8
Monohull
2020
5 kn
