Bavaria 46 Vision - 2016
Sailboat Name: Sweet Chariot | Air Conditioned
Farr Yacht Design and Design Unlimited have collaborated to produce the Bavaria Vision 46. On the surface, she appears to be just another lovely sailboat with a distinctly European elegance. Some snooping is required to discover all her clever innovations.
As with almost all modern boats, she boasts a large, drop down swim platform. But unlike many others available for charter, she has a traditional single backstay. Access to the cockpit is on the starboard side of the stay. When you lift up the seat spanning the entrance to the cockpit, you'll find a handy little gizmo to which you attach your fresh water shower head to take a lovely, hands free shower!
Twin helms grace her very spacious cockpit. The main and genoa sheets lead to dual electric winches situated directly beside each wheel. The cockpit coaming and winch mounts have been thoughtfully crafted so that the winches are very easy to reach, making short or single handed sailing a relatively simple process.

The cockpit is simply wonderful! The star of the show here is the offset companionway, allowing for the extra spacious seating area to port and an electrically operated hi-lo dining table. When in the low position, the table folds in two to become a smaller coffee table. Unfold it, reposition the cushion backs ... and you have a full sized lounge. Stretch out, read a book, enjoy the Caribbean breeze, take a nap ... do whatever your heart desires.
Her side decks are nice and wide and free of any tow numbing hardware. All hatches are recessed and the very large foredeck makes a wonderful spot for tanning.
Below decks, this yacht is equally comfortable and impressively finished. At the base of the companionway and to port, is the well equipped galley with double stainless steel sink, microwave, 3 burner stove with oven below, electric coffeemaker, toaster, blender, front and top opening fridge, top opening freezer and reasonable storage space.
The main saloon offers loads of additional storage space to stash all your goodies, including a wine bottle and wine glass storage cabinet. There's an L-shaped settee to starboard with a folding, electrically operated, hi-lo dining/ cocktail table that also converts to a double berth if required.
On the port side is yet another, three seater, in-line settee that morphs into a navigation station or a two person dining table. The whole saloon is drenched in loads of natural light and provides plenty of ventilation options should you choose to turn off the air conditioner.
Her forward cabin offers up a queen sized island berth with book shelf behind, a good sized hanging locker, storage space and an en-suite head with shower. The aft cabin is located behind the galley and can be configured with two single berths or a large king sized berth. The choice is yours.
At the base of the companionway to starboard, is another head with separate shower. The aft quarter berth is accessed through the head. A surprising little bonus to this cabin is that the starboard lazarette isn't really a lazarette! Pop open the lid and it leads directly into the quarter berth. If you wish to hire a captain, he can use the lazarette entrance without disturbing anyone below decks.
This sailboat is for the discerning traveler who enjoys all the modern conveniences. Just push a few buttons and go sailing. It doesn't get much better than this!
Note: ASA Sailing lessons (levels 101, 103 and 104) are available aboard this yacht. Candidates must be at least 12 years of age or over to acquire bareboat certification.
Specifications
- Model: 46 Vision
- Year: 2016
- Name: Sweet Chariot
- Overall length: 46' 0"
- Beam: 13' 9"
- Draft: 5' 7"
- Rig: Sloop
- Keel: Fin keel with bulb
- Hull: Monohull
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- Main sail: In mast furling
- Headsail: Roller furling
- Sail area: 1,076 sq. ft.
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- Engines: 1
- Engine make: Volvo Penta
- Engine size: 55 Hp
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- Fuel capacity: 55 Gallons
- Water capacity: 153 Gallons
- Electric heads: 2
- Showers: 3
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- 12' RIB Dinghy with 15 Hp
Electric | Electronics
- Inverter/charger: 1800w
- Generator: 6kw
- Air conditioning
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- Electric windlass
- Electric winches: 3
- Chartplotter (GPSmap 821)
- Autopilot (Garmin GHC20)
- GPS
- Speed/depth/wind
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- Wi-Fi available for rent
- VHF radio
- AM/FM stereo
- MP3 input
- Cockpit speakers
- Saloon speakers
- Cellphone
- Cabin fans
Helm | Cockpit
- Helm: Dual
- Cockpit bimini: Canvas
- Dodger
- Charcoal BBQ
- Cockpit light
- Cockpit table
- Transom: Drop down
Galley
- Oven and 3 burner stove
- Microwave
- Top opening fridge
- Top opening freezer
- Electric toaster
- Blender
- Electric coffee maker
- Hot & cold water
Note: The equipment list is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. The charter company reserves the right to substitute the dinghy, outboard or any other equipment listed which, from time to time, may need repair or replacement.
Cabins and berths - Maximum 6 to 8 persons
This yacht offers:
2 Queen cabins -
1 Quarter berth - Saloon table conversion - in the following configuration:
- 1 Port Forward queen cabin - Sleeps 2
Berth Size: 7'0" x 5'0"
- 1 Port Aft queen cabin - Sleeps 2
Berth Size: 6'6" x 6'6"
- Quarter berth cabin - Sleeps 2 small adults
Berth Size: 6'6" x 4'6"
- Saloon table converts - Suitable for 1 or 2 persons
Adults or children
Note: If you require a captain or ASA instructor they will each require a cabin. See Crew notes below for further details.
Charter Rates - Bavaria 46 Vision
CALENDAR VIEW
SEASONAL VIEW
Deduct $500.00 from seasonal prices if chartering this yacht without air conditioning.
December 18 to January 5 -
$6,795 (USD)
January 5 to January 31 -
$5,895 (USD)
January 31 to April 22 -
$6,795 (USD)
April 22 to July 10 -
$5,095 (USD)
July 10 to November 1 -
$4,695 (USD)
November 1 to December 18 -
$5,895 (USD)
Deduct $500.00 from seasonal prices if chartering this yacht without air conditioning.
SEASON A - $6,795 (USD)
December 18 to January 5
January 31 to April 22
SEASON B - $5,895 (USD)
January 5 to January 31
November 1 to December 18
SEASON C - $5,095 (USD)
April 22 to July 10
SEASON D - $4,695 (USD)
July 10 to November 1
Note: Prices and seasonal dates are subject to change without notice.
Pricing and booking information
If considering booking your BVI sailing vacation and would like the price for Sweet Chariot, enter your preferred charter dates at the top of this page and return to the charter rate section to see your net charter fee, including any applicable discounts. Note: The minimum charter period over Christmas or New Years is 7 nights. A sleep aboard is not considered a charter day.
Bareboat charter rates displayed do not include:
BVI Cruising Tax, NPT daytime mooring fees, yacht insurance, captain or ASA Instructor, cell phone rental, security deposit, V.I.S.A.R. donation, prior night sleep aboard fees or fuel and water charges.
Prices indicated are for 7 nights aboard. All charters begin and end at 12:00 noon. Please note that Sweet Chariot is not available during hurricane season from: August 20 to September 30.
Until you request a "hold" be placed on the yacht (and we confirm), availability cannot be guaranteed. A deposit in the amount of 50% of the net charter fee is required within 5 days of placing your hold.
Interested in booking the Bavaria 46 Vision, Sweet Chariot?
Discounts
- Free Nights - Monohull Yachts Only: Sail 10 nights and get 3 nights free from July 10 to October 31. If sailing for 8 or 9 nights, you will get 1 or 2 nights free and pay for 7. This offer is not applicable to HYC catamarans.
- HYC Repeat Guests: Will receive 10% off BVI sailing vacations lasting 5 nights or longer, regardless of season. Please note that this discount does not apply to a prior night sleep aboard.
- Multiple Yachts: Hire two or more sailboats for the same dates booked at the same time and save 10% on both yachts.
- Important Note: From time to time, special offers may be available that are not noted above but will be reflected in your full quote, if requested. No two discounts may be combined.
- Our Guarantee: You will always receive the best offer available, first time ... every time. Count on it!
Standard bareboat equipment
- Pots & pans, dinnerware, glassware and cutlery are provided in quantities matching the sleeping capacity of this yacht.
- Towels and bed linens are supplied for all aboard. Beach towels are also supplied.
- Small first aid kit, binoculars, navigational tools, charts and a cruising guide to the Virgin Islands.
- Life jackets are supplied for all aboard. However, if you will have a toddler or very small child aboard, it would be wise to bring a zip up life jacket to Tortola as small life jackets are in very limited supply and fit is not guaranteed.
- A starter kit including 1 toilet roll per head, small hand soaps, 1 roll of paper towels, dish liquid, Handi Wipes, 2 trash bags, matches, antibacterial spray, Off insect repellent, 1 bottle of rum, 2 cans of Coke, 1 bottle of spring water, salt & pepper and one bag of ice is provided. Once the starter kit has been used, you are responsible for all consumable items.
- Please note: Snorkel gear is not included but may be rented or purchased next door at Blue Water Divers.
Notes about hired crew
- Accommodations suitable for your captain: Midships bunk cabin | quarter berth cabin | double or queen cabin.
- You may also assign an adult forepeak berth provided the captain has clear access to a head (bathroom) that does not require entering a private cabin occupied by members of your party.
- If your group is of a size that requires the use of open berths such as an open midships berth or saloon table conversion, please designate members of your party to fill those spaces.
- Please note that crew are hired at your request and are non-cancellable less than 7 nights prior to the start of your charter. Should you wish to cancel the captain hired on your behalf less than 7 nights in advance, 50% of their fee will become due and payable.
- Current (per day) Crew Fees are:
Captain & Check Out Skipper @ 185.00 or ASA Sailing Instructor @ 210.00, plus meals and gratuity. Gratuities average 10 to 20% of the crew member's total fee, subject to level of service received.
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