Marlea II is a 2022 Elba 45 catamaran based in Cogolin, a charming port town on the French Riviera where the Maures meet the Mediterranean. This modern three-cabin catamaran offers the perfect balance of comfort and performance for families and small groups seeking a week of unhurried exploration along the Côte d'Azur. With six berths across thoughtfully appointed cabins and three full heads, there's ample space for everyone to enjoy their own sanctuary after days spent on deck. The yacht's generous beam and dual-hull design create a naturally stable platform—ideal whether you're anchoring in crystalline coves or cruising between the Îles d'Hyères and the Esterel coastline.

Life aboard Marlea II centres on outdoor living. The bimini top shelters the cockpit from the Provençal sun, while the lazy bag system keeps sail handling effortless even in stronger winds. Electric winches make sail trimming intuitive for all skill levels, and the included dinghy opens access to hidden beaches and remote anchorages unreachable by larger vessels. Below deck, modern conveniences ensure genuine comfort: a well-equipped galley with refrigeration, hot water heated by solar panels, and a desalination system that transforms seawater into fresh water. The Volvo engines deliver reliable, efficient propulsion when the wind falls light.

A typical week unfolds with unhurried rhythm. Mornings might begin with coffee in Cogolin before motoring toward the Îles d'Hyères—Porquerolles, Port-Cros, and Levant—where protected anchorages and transparent water invite swimming and snorkelling. Afternoons are spent ghosting between headlands, perhaps stopping at a quiet bay for lunch. Evenings naturally gather the group on deck as the sun descends toward the Esterel's red cliffs, with local Provençal wines and the gentle clink of halyards marking time. Whether your crew is seasoned sailors or first-time charterers, Marlea II delivers a week of authentic Mediterranean sailing—one where each day feels both purposeful and timeless.