Dufour 470

Dufour 470 - Bareboat Monohulls

The Dufour 470 is a beautifully designed boat with comfortable yet practical living spaces. This 47-foot sailing yacht is a brilliant choice if looking for a modern monohull to charter on your sailing holiday. Examples of the Dufour 470 in charter can sleep up to 8 people comfortably in a choice of configurations.

The Dufour 470 is one of the standout modern monohulls now available for yacht charter, blending contemporary styling, impressive sailing performance and highly practical onboard living spaces.

Designed for sailors who still enjoy the feel and responsiveness of a true sailing yacht and who want the comfort expected from a modern charter boat. The Dufour 470 strikes an excellent balance between performance and relaxation.

At 47 feet, this yacht offers generous accommodation, smart deck design and a light-filled interior that works beautifully for couples, families or groups of friends exploring destinations such as the Mediterranean, Caribbean or South Pacific.

A Modern Monohull with Real Sailing Appeal

The Dufour 470 carries the sleek lines and wide stern profile now seen on the latest generation of performance cruising yachts. Under sail it feels stable, responsive and rewarding to helm, while still forgiving and comfortable for charter cruising.

Compared with many larger cruising monohulls, the Dufour 470 manages to retain a genuine sailing feel — something experienced sailors really appreciate when conditions allow for enjoyable passages under sail rather than constant motoring.

At the same time, modern hull design and twin rudders provide excellent stability and control, especially when sailing off the wind.

Spacious Outdoor Living

A strong features of the Dufour 470 is the cockpit layout.

The twin helm configuration creates easy movement around the boat while opening up a large social cockpit area for dining, relaxing and entertaining underway or at anchor. Wide fold-down swim platforms provide easy water access and effectively extend the living space when anchored in warm-weather destinations.

Depending on the version and charter operator, many Dufour 470s also feature the popular outdoor galley arrangement with integrated BBQ and sink at the stern. That  feature has become especially popular for Mediterranean and Caribbean chartering.

Bright and Comfortable Interior

Below decks, the Dufour 470 feels modern, airy and thoughtfully designed.

Large hull windows and overhead skylights bring plenty of natural light into the saloon, while the layout makes excellent use of available space without feeling crowded. The galley is practical for longer charters, with good refrigeration, storage and preparation areas.

Cabin configurations vary depending on the operator and destination, with most charter versions comfortably accommodating up to 8 guests. Layouts are designed to maximise privacy and comfort, making the boat equally suitable for couples sharing or family groups.

The interior finish is contemporary and understated, giving the yacht a refined feel without losing the practical durability needed for charter use.

Easy to Handle, Enjoyable to Sail

The Dufour 470 has proven popular both with experienced sailors and charterers moving up from smaller yachts.

Modern sail handling systems, electric winch options and well-positioned helm controls make the yacht relatively easy to manage, whether sailing as a couple or with a larger crew aboard.

Its combination of sailing ability and onboard comfort makes it particularly appealing for itineraries that involve longer passages between islands or coastal destinations.

Our View

The Dufour 470 represents the latest generation of cruising monohulls exceptionally well. Stylish without being excessive, comfortable without losing sailing character, and practical for real-world chartering, it delivers a very complete package.

For clients wanting a modern charter yacht that sails beautifully and remains highly comfortable for extended time aboard, the Dufour 470 is one of the most appealing monohull charter options currently available.

 For charterers who still love the experience of sailing a monohull while enjoying modern comfort levels, the Dufour 470 is an excellent choice.

Date Added: Nov 20th, 2024   Last Updated: Jun 3rd, 2026