A 38–40ft sailing yacht comfortably sleeps 6 guests in 3 cabins. For 8 guests, look at 44–46ft yachts with 4 cabins. Most boats have 1–2 toilets and a shower. As a rule of thumb: choose a yacht with at least 1 cabin per couple.

A bareboat charter means you rent the yacht without a crew — you are the skipper. You need a valid sailing certificate (such as an ICC or RYA Day Skipper) and usually a VHF radio license. The charter price covers the boat itself; you pay separately for fuel, marina fees, provisioning, and any optional extras.

Most charter yachts accommodate 4–12 guests depending on the vessel type. A typical 40-foot sailing yacht sleeps 6–8 in 3–4 cabins. Catamarans sleep 8–12 in 4–6 cabins and offer more deck space — popular for larger groups and families.