ELLEN

Perini Navi launched this 40-meter sailing yacht in 2001 with the Mediterranean's legendary wind patterns and protected anchorages specifically in mind. ELLEN thrives in destinations where sail-powered exploration takes precedence over rapid transit—think Corsica's granite coastlines, the Spanish Balearics' crystalline bays, or Croatia's island-studded Adriatic waters. Her moderate draft and nimble handling make her equally suited to threading between Greek archipelagos or riding the consistent trades of the Caribbean's Windward Islands. The yacht's proportions reflect Perini Navi's complete design oversight, from naval architecture through interior appointments. At 8 meters of beam, ELLEN offers stability under canvas while maintaining the authentic sailing character that differentiates her from motor-assisted hybrids. Her 210-ton displacement provides the ballast needed for confident ocean passages, yet she remains responsive enough for tactical coastal navigation. Six professional crew manage both sailing operations and guest services for up to eight charterers, ensuring hands-on engagement with the yacht's sailing systems for those who desire it, while maintaining full-service luxury for guests preferring to observe. ELLEN represents the authentic sailing yacht charter experience—where daily distances are measured by wind conditions rather than fuel capacity, and where anchorage selection depends on weather patterns, tidal windows, and the natural rhythm that separates true sailing from motoring with masts up.