Overview
ASOLARE yacht charter in Mediterranean
ASOLARE is worth shortlisting for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The planning focus should be balancing destination, season, guest count, and onboard style before dates are confirmed, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
Hodgdon Yachts154m6 guests3 cabins
Charter fit
How to use ASOLARE
ASOLARE 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 high-service event charter, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
Why this yacht belongs in the conversation
ASOLARE should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Caribbean. The decision should weigh 154'10 / 47.19m, 6 guests, 3 cabins, 2003 | 2016 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a high-service event charter
- Guest profile
- 6 guests; larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting
- Route style
- Mediterranean summer routes; strongest when the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop
- Port logic
- confirm cruising region before comparing yachts because availability changes by season
- Compare by
- compare by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone
- Watch-out
- the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed
Best charter fit
Use ASOLARE when the brief calls for a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. At 154'10 / 47.19m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.
Route planning
For Luxury Yacht Charter, the route should start with Mediterranean summer routes. That keeps the charter practical around balancing destination, season, guest count, and onboard style before dates are confirmed, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should confirm cruising region before comparing yachts because availability changes by season.
Before confirming dates
The earlier the request is shaped, the cleaner the shortlist becomes. peak season dates, when cruising area, berth access, and crew availability should be checked early. The broker note should be honest about limits: the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed.
On-board atmosphere
The onboard experience is defined by how guests use the space. The toy and tender setup gives the broker more room to shape swim stops and guest flow. For this yacht, the occasion is usually stronger when it is treated as a high-service event charter.
How to compare it
A fair shortlist should explain why ASOLARE is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether compare by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone, then compare rates and availability.
Decision check
The main caveat is simple: the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Hodgdon Yachts
- Length
- 154'10 / 47.19m
- Built
- 2003 | 2016 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 6
- Cabins
- 3
- Crew
- 6
- Price context
- POA
- Cruising speed
- 11 Knots
- Model
- Custom
- Beam
- 28'7 / 8.72m
- Draft
- 15'3 / 4.66m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
ASOLARE is positioned around POA, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Hodgdon Yachts build, 154m 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 ASOLARE suits
Check layout
Families and private groups
ASOLARE can work for private groups when the day plan and guest count fit the onboard layout.
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
ASOLARE by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 154m 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
ASOLARE vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. ASOLARE 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 ASOLARE
Toys
Equipped with a selection of water-toys Asolare lets you and your guests turn the Mediterranean into your own private playground. Principle among these are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. Extreme sports fans will appreciate the included Kite Surfers. If that isn't enough Asolare also features fishing equipment, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. When it comes to Tenders, Asolare has you covered - with two tenders, including a 4.8m/15'9" Zodiac Tender. Showcasing meticulous craftsmanship coupled with high-end luxurious finishes, sail yacht Asolare certainly has the "wow" factor, along with state-of-the-art amenities and array of water toys, promising truly unforgettable yacht charters for even the most discerning guests.
Overview
The 47.15m/154'8" sail yacht 'Asolare' (ex. Scheherazade) by shipyard Hodgdon Yachts offers flexible accommodation for up to 6 guests in 3 cabins and features interior styling by British designer Winch Design. Offering an enticing combination of luxury and adventure, Asolare has all the bells and whistles and a wealth of convivial social spaces for the ultimate sun-kissed yacht charter getaway.
Performance Range
Asolare is built with a wood / epoxy hull and wood / epoxy superstructure. Asolare comfortably cruises at 11 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 14 knots with a range of up to 3,000 nautical miles from her 18,800 litre fuel tanks at cruising speed.
Guest Accommodation
Asolare is great for families thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 2003, She offers guest accommodation for up to 6 guests with a layout comprising a master suite and two twin cabins. The bed configuration includes 1 king, 4 singles and 1 pullman. She is also capable of carrying up to 6 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
Asolare benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter, notably satellite communications, keeping you connected on any voyage. With Wi-Fi connectivity you don't have to lose contact with the outside world, unless you want to or you can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.
Onboard
Experience
Special features
- Built from Douglas Fir Trees
- Interior Features Sycamore and Walnut Woods
- Over 500 Sea-themed Wooden Carvings Throughout
- Main Salon has Atrium-like Atmosphere
- Owner's Private Aft Cockpit Seating
- Guest Cabins have His-and-Her Offices
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- ipod Docking
- Satcom
- Air Conditioning
- Satellite TV
Water toys
- Fishing Equipment
- Snorkelling Equipment
- Water-Skis
- Paddleboard
- Kite Surfer
- Inflatable trampoline
Tenders
- 15'9 / 4.8m Zodiac Tender 50 HP engine
- 13'9 / 4.2m Zodiac Tender 20 HP engine
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
POA
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Sardinia
Winter Season
POA
Cruising
Regions
Monaco · French Riviera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether ASOLARE's 6 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether ASOLARE's 3 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Mediterranean summer routes.
- Ask why ASOLARE beats the nearest alternative for a high-service event charter.
- Confirm the port plan: confirm cruising region before comparing yachts because availability changes by season.
- Send the first-choice port, backup dates, and whether ASOLARE is for a day, a week, or a specific occasion.
Availability
Request ASOLARE charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether ASOLARE fits the route.
FAQ
ASOLARE charter questions
Is ASOLARE a good fit for Mediterranean?
Yes, if the route is planned around balancing destination, season, guest count, and onboard style before dates are confirmed. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
Who should consider ASOLARE?
ASOLARE is strongest for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The right answer depends on guest mix, service expectations, and whether the route stays close to Mediterranean.
What should I send before requesting ASOLARE?
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Caribbean, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether ASOLARE fits the plan.