DARLIN

Nautor Swan115m8 guests4 cabins

A DARLIN charter is strongest when the yacht choice is tied to the route. For larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting, the useful question is how a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status fits cliffside timing, tender access, and the choice between Capri, Positano, and Nerano and whether boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.

Charter rate
€105,000 p/week + expenses Approx $123,500
Guests
8 guests
Cabins
4 cabins
Route
Amalfi Coast · Amalfi · Capri · Positano · Sorrento

Nautor Swan · Amalfi Coast · Amalfi · Capri · Positano · Sorrento

Overview

DARLIN yacht charter in Mediterranean

A DARLIN charter is strongest when the yacht choice is tied to the route. For larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting, the useful question is how a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status fits cliffside timing, tender access, and the choice between Capri, Positano, and Nerano and whether boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.

Nautor Swan115m8 guests4 cabins

Charter fit

How to use DARLIN

DARLIN is best considered for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting, with a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. The useful planning angle is a larger group day where deck flow matters, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.

Shortlist logic

Why this yacht belongs in the conversation

DARLIN should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Capri. The decision should weigh 115'6 / 35.2m, 8 guests, 4 cabins, 2016 against route timing and guest flow.

Best use
a larger group day where deck flow matters
Guest profile
8 guests; larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting
Route style
Positano, Amalfi, and a late swim stop; strongest when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts
Port logic
treat Capri as a timing decision, not just a destination name
Compare by
check whether the yacht is being shortlisted for its real fit or only for its headline specs
Watch-out
availability, cruising area, and APA assumptions should be checked before presenting DARLIN as confirmed

When this yacht makes sense

DARLIN suits larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting when the brief is a larger group day where deck flow matters. The 8 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 4 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.

Where to use it

Mediterranean can work well for DARLIN, but the route needs discipline. The best plan keeps the day focused instead of trying to collect too many stops, especially when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.

Season and booking notes

Season matters because berth pressure, weather windows, and guest expectations change the charter. May to September, when Capri timing, tender access, and lunch reservations need clean planning. A useful shortlist should also explain why check whether the yacht is being shortlisted for its real fit or only for its headline specs.

Life on board

a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. For active guests, the onboard recreation list is worth checking before the final route is set. This is where a broker note is more useful than a raw specification list.

Compare before booking

Do not compare DARLIN on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Positano, Amalfi, and a late swim stop easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.

What to verify

A good recommendation for DARLIN should include one reason to choose it and one condition to verify. That keeps the page useful for real charter planning instead of becoming another listing entry.

Technical profile

Specifications

Builder
Nautor Swan
Length
115'6 / 35.2m
Built
2016
Guests
8
Cabins
4
Crew
6
Price context
€105,000 p/week + expenses Approx $123,500
Cruising speed
10 Knots
Model
Swan 115 FD
Beam
26'8 / 8.12m
Draft
18'10 / 5.75m

Charter price

What the charter price is really buying

DARLIN is positioned around €105,000 p/week + expenses Approx $123,500, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.

Build and scale

Nautor Swan build, 115m class

Guest experience

The value is in the way the yacht supports guests: cabins, deck space, crew flow, toys, tenders, service rhythm and the ability to make the route feel effortless.

Operating reality

Fuel, provisioning, berths, delivery, local taxes and crew gratuity should be clarified before treating any weekly or day rate as the full charter budget.

Guest fit

Who DARLIN suits

Strong

Families and private groups

DARLIN gives the group a cabin-led base for multi-day planning, with space to balance privacy, meals and time on deck.

Strong

Active charter guests

The yacht data includes toys or tenders, so the charter can be planned around swimming, water time and an active anchorage rhythm.

Selective

Event or hosting briefs

For event-style use, confirm legal guest capacity, deck flow and whether the yacht is intended for cruising or static hosting.

Inspect style

Design-sensitive clients

Interior mood, deck style and service tone should match the client. The right yacht is not only the largest available yacht, it is the yacht guests want to live in.

Charter fit scorecard

DARLIN by charter criteria

Space and comfort

5/5

The 115m class gives the yacht its baseline for deck space, cabins and guest flow.

Toys and activity

4.5/5

The available toy and tender data supports a more active charter plan.

Wellness and amenities

4.5/5

Amenities and features give the yacht stronger onboard value beyond transport.

Price clarity

Visible

Rate context is available, but APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery still need confirmation.

Comparison

DARLIN vs newer 80m+ yachts

Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. DARLIN should be compared on guest fit, refit status, deck flow, crew programme, toys, range, availability and the route you actually want to run.

The strongest shortlist is not the newest yacht by default. It is the yacht whose layout, service style and operating assumptions match the client, the port and the itinerary.

Profile

About DARLIN

Toys

Equipped with a selection of water-toys Darlin lets you and your guests turn the Mediterranean into your own private playground. Principle among these are towable toys offering fun and adventure. In addition there are wakeboards so guests can show off at speed. Also there are two Inflatable kayaks - a tranquil and relaxing way to pass the time. If that isn't enough Darlin also features fishing equipment, scuba diving equipment, inflatable water toys, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Darlin features two tenders, but leading the pack is a 11.58m/38' Wajer Chase Tender to transport you in style. Darlin and her crew are available for charter this summer for cruising within the Mediterranean. She is also accepting bookings this winter on request. Sail yacht Darlin has an array of charter-focused amenities to ensure a memorable experience onboard whatever the destination.

Overview

The 35.2m/115'6" 'Darlin' sail yacht built by the Finnish shipyard Nautor Swan is available for charter for up to 8 guests in 4 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by Finnish designer Nautor Swan. For serious sailors looking to add some luxury to their vacation, sailing yacht Darlin has plenty of appeal. With luxurious living spaces, both inside and out, as well as the opportunity for some fabulous sailing whilst on charter, she's sure to please even the most discerning seafarer.

Performance Range

Darlin is built with a carbon fibre hull and carbon fibre superstructure. Powered by 1 x Scania engines, she comfortably cruises at 10 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 12 knots. Darlin features at-anchor stabilizers providing exceptional comfort levels.

Guest Accommodation

Families will particularly love Darlin thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 2016, She offers guest accommodation for up to 8 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, one VIP cabin and two twin cabins. There are 8 beds in total, including 1 king, 1 double, 4 singles and 2 pullmans. She is also capable of carrying up to 6 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort Entertainment

Darlin benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter including Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. You can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.

Onboard

Experience

Special features

  • Innovative new hull shape with plumb bow
  • Optimal performance and fast speeds
  • Scandinavian-style interior
  • Skylights in open-plan main salon
  • Twin rudders for enhanced receptiveness

Amenities

  • Bow Thruster
  • Stern Thruster
  • Bathing Platform
  • Wi-Fi
  • At-Anchor Stabilizers
  • Air Conditioning

Water toys

  • 2 x Jetsurfs
  • 2 x Inflatable Kayaks
  • Wake Boards
  • 2 x Stand Up Paddleboards
  • Towable Toys
  • Inflatable water toys
  • 2 x Scuba Diving Equipment
  • Snorkelling Equipment
  • Fishing Equipment

Tenders

  • 1 x 38' / 11.58m Wajer Chase Tender
  • 1 x 13'1 / 4m Williams Jet Tenders Sportjet 400

Commercial

Rates and seasons

Summer Season

€112,000 p/week + expenses Approx $131,500

Mediterranean · Croatia · Greece · Montenegro · Ibiza · Mykonos · The Balearics

Winter Season

€112,000 p/week + expenses Approx $131,500

Cruising

Regions

Amalfi Coast · Amalfi · Capri · Positano · Sorrento

Planning notes

Before you request dates

  • Confirm whether DARLIN's 8 guests profile fits the full party.
  • Check whether DARLIN's 4 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
  • Match the first route draft to Positano, Amalfi, and a late swim stop.
  • Ask why DARLIN beats the nearest alternative for a larger group day where deck flow matters.
  • Confirm the port plan: treat Capri as a timing decision, not just a destination name.
  • Ask for DARLIN with dates, Mediterranean as the first cruising area, and the preferred pace of the day.

Availability

Request DARLIN charter availability

Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether DARLIN fits the route.

FAQ

DARLIN charter questions

Is DARLIN a good fit for Mediterranean?

Yes, if the route is planned around cliffside timing, tender access, and the choice between Capri, Positano, and Nerano. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.

Who should consider DARLIN?

DARLIN is strongest for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The final recommendation depends on how the cabins, crew setup, and Mediterranean and Capri timing fit the brief.

What should I send before requesting DARLIN?

For DARLIN, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.

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  • Families ask for clear safety, shade, cabins and weather backup before they book.
  • Corporate groups want written timing, access and service expectations before deposit.

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