Bareboat Sailing Yacht Sun Odyssey 509
Jeanneau sailing for groups exploring Sardinia's Tyrrhenian waters
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About Bareboat Sailing Yacht Sun Odyssey 509
This Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 509 offers self-drive sailing for up to 12 guests across five cabins, purpose-built for those who want the helm in their own hands. Designed by Philippe Briand, the yacht combines responsive handling with generous deck space, making it equally suited to experienced skippers and those seeking hands-on instruction in Sardinian waters. The high-aspect ratio sail plan provides flexibility across varying conditions, from light Mediterranean zephyrs to stronger northerly flows.
Below decks, accommodation spreads across five cabins with practical amenities including a gas cooker with oven, refrigeration, and hot water. Navigation systems comprise GPS plotter, autopilot, and full paper charts for Sardinia and Corsica, supplemented by VHF and depth sounder. On-deck essentials include electric windlass, bowthruster for tight anchorages, and a comprehensive safety suite with liferaft, harnesses, and flares.
Highlights
- •Five-cabin layout sleeping 12, ideal for families or sailing clubs chartering together
- •Philippe Briand design with high-aspect ratio rigging adapted for Mediterranean sailing styles
- •Electronic instruments including GPS plotter, autopilot, and comprehensive navigation package
- •Full bareboat package with electric windlass, bowthruster, liferaft, and complete safety equipment
The Charter Experience
Bareboat sailing in Sardinia rewards those seeking autonomy and intimate discovery. From your base in Portisco, north-eastern Sardinia opens easily to hand. Navigate past dramatic granite outcrops towards the Maddalena Islands, drop anchor in crystalline bays, and explore villages perched above turquoise coves. The region's consistent thermals and protected coastline suit both confident sailors and those keen to develop their skills at sea. Weekend Saturday check-ins allow Monday morning departure, giving you the full working week to escape.
Suggested Itinerary
A week's cruise might begin with shakedown sailing around Portisco's sheltered approaches before pushing north to the Maddalena archipelago, where white-sand anchorages reward early arrivals. Eastward, the Corsican coast offers dramatic granite anchorages near Scandola; westward, Asinara Island provides remote wildness. Return passages reward an easy beam reach, with plenty of opportunity for swimming stops and provisioning ashore in characterful fishing villages.
Specifications
15.4 m
12
5
12
Monohull
2012