Sailing Yacht, Oceanis 523 Malena

This Beneteau 523, Malena, is a fast cruiser, offering all the amenities for a comfortable sailing trip around the Greek islands. A modern hull, efficient rig and cavernous accommodation make her a class A yacht. Malena can accommodate eight guests in four cabins. All cabins have a double bed, private bathrooms and en suite facilities. The spacious salon has a sofa for four and a U-shaped sofa with a dining table, ideal for six people. The amount of natural light streaming through the thirty four portholes and hatches is astonishing. The galley has a gas stove oven and a microwave oven, a washing machine, twin electric fridges with a front opening, full cutlery and efficient storage spaces. The chart table is aft with plenty of space for the captain’s gear. A large platform allows bathing and going up and down to the dinghy easily. The roof has two levels with panoramic portholes. The cockpit is well separated, with the Genoa manoeuvres at hand. The main cockpit is wide with a folding table around where you can easily sit down to take a meal. It is protected by a sprayhood and a bimini top for the sun." The standard bow thruster makes manoeuvrability in the tightest quarters easy. Malena has her own skipper and hostess included in the price. Peter, the captain, holds a degree in Chemistry, but his true love in life is the sea. He offers his guests the best of the Ionian Sea, where the yacht is based. Peter speaks fluent English. There is no security deposit but 1500 € is the advanced payment.