Talitha, A sailboat available for hire without a skipper from Antibes, on the French Riviera

Through Voile et Patrimoine, you can charter the sailboat Talitha without a skipper or crew. You’ll need to find your own skipper. The home port of this luxury sailing yacht is Antibes in the South of France. You’ll be able to sail along the Côte d’Azur coastline or go island hopping for an unforgettable sailing holiday.

Talitha is an Xc 50 luxury sailing yacht, built by the X-YACHTS shipyard in Denmark. It boasts a hull length of 15 metres with a 4.6 m beam. It has a draught of 2.5 metres. This sailboat is available for hire without a skipper or crew from the port of Antibes.

A 15-metre sailboat, ideal for a cruising holiday

The sailing yacht Talitha has a fixed keel. In terms of its sails, the boat features a North mainsail, a North roller furling genoa, a North staysail on furler with self-tacking jib and a code-0. Sail manoeuvres are a breeze (there are 6 electric winches), as are port manoeuvres for your skipper, since Talitha is equipped with a diesel engine (Yanmar 110 HP) and retractable bow thruster.

A sailboat equipped with an engine for port manoeuvres

This boat is equipped with a Raymarine autopilot system and Raymarine chartplotter. There is a 12-inch display screen at helm and another 12-inch display screen installed near the chart table. The yacht features two independent steering positions, each with a compass.

Thanks to the Navtex weather receiver and VHF, your skipper will be able to navigate while keeping an eye on the weather forecasts for your planned destinations. Season-depending, the weather can be quite changeable. With the KVH satellite antenna installed on the boat, which you can use as an option, you’ll be able to stay connected to the Internet during your trip and check the forecast out at sea.

As regards electrics, the cruising yacht Talitha has a sufficient battery system to ensure on-board service and power for the electric winches, windlass and autopilot. USB and 220V sockets. Constant power supply provided by an alternator connected to the engine and the generator unit if required. The comprehensive range of instruments will help you to navigate with ease: barograph, sextant, electronic chartplotter, 12-inch display screens, speedometer, sounder, autopilot, anemometer, weathervane, log, VHF and a satellite antenna as an option.

Navigate aboard effortlessly thanks to the autopilot system

The luxury yacht Talitha, which can be chartered from the owner without a skipper, is beautifully appointed for sailing enthusiasts. Aboard this Xc 50 sailboat, you’ll be able to cruise from Antibes to Saint-Tropez, from the Lérins Islands to Porquerolles, in superior comfort and optimum safety.

Cabins, amenities: the comfort of a luxury cruiser

The cruising yacht Talitha has three double cabins, one at the front and two at the rear. Each cabin has an en-suite shower and toilet. This 3-cabin arrangement means that the sailboat can sleep up to 6 guests. A larger crew will be able to use the sail cabin since its table can be converted into berths. The cabins are equipped with all necessary conveniences, including air-conditioning. The wood used for the decking and catwalks is teak, a naturally water-resistant species known for its anti-slip properties. It is therefore ideal for walking around the boat’s deck.

Your hire boat is graced with three cabins

The yacht Talitha is equipped with everything you need for a footloose, carefree sailing holiday in France or further afield. The sailboat has an oven and a gas hob so you can rustle up delicious meals during your trip. There is also a microwave (220V) available along with two fridges.

Fridge, microwave: a fully equipped on-board galley for a hassle-free sailing trip

Even when chartering a sailboat without a skipper, safety is paramount. It is a vital consideration during any recreational boating trips, especially if you’re planning a high-seas cruise. The yacht Talitha is equipped with two 6-seater life rafts. The yacht owner ensures that each one is serviced regularly and meets the most recent regulations. Each life raft has its own emergency beacon.

A Yamaha tender with a Honda engine is available if required. The boat is equipped with 12 life jackets and harnesses. Two emergency beacons and a box of distress flares round off the safety equipment supplied on the cruiser Talitha.

By chartering a sailboat without a skipper, like Talitha, you’ll be able to enjoy recreational boating in complete comfort and safety. The perfect choice for exploring the beautiful coastline of the Côte d’Azur, from the island of Saint-Honorat to the port of Saint-Tropez. Sail along the shores of the Mediterranean and experience the wide array of events happening throughout the year.