Comfort

Carlota I is a 2023 Aventura 45 catamaran based in Port Grimaud, your gateway to the crystalline waters and hidden anchorages of the French Riviera. With three cabins sleeping up to eight guests and three heads, this modern catamaran offers the perfect balance of space and intimacy for families, groups of friends, or couples seeking a week of Mediterranean sailing. The dual 75 hp engines and bow thruster make navigation effortless, whether you're exploring the Îles d'Hyères or threading through the narrow channels toward Saint-Tropez. Living aboard Carlota I combines comfort with practical cruising freedom. Air conditioning and a full galley—complete with dishwasher and refrigeration—mean you can prepare meals without the constraints of a shoreside kitchen. The onboard watermaker and generator provide genuine autonomy; anchor in a secluded bay and enjoy fresh water, cold drinks, and modern conveniences without compromise. A tender and outboard motor open up shallow anchorages and beach exploration that larger yachts cannot reach, while solar panels and efficient systems keep your carbon footprint light. The catamaran's wide beam and stable platform make deck life social and relaxed. Autopilot and GPS chart plotter handle the navigation, freeing you to focus on the rhythm of the coast—morning swims in turquoise shallows, lunch at a family-run waterfront bistro in Sainte-Maxime, afternoon explorations of the Massif des Maures backdrop. Electric winches and radar add a layer of safety and ease, particularly valuable when the mistral picks up or visibility closes in. A week aboard Carlota I unfolds as a series of unhurried moments: dawn departures to lesser-known anchorages, the clink of glasses at sunset while the Esterel mountains turn gold, and the simple pleasure of falling asleep to gentle water lapping against the hulls.