Including brokers, specs, live links — and what I look for when surveying each yacht

If you’re searching for a yacht in Greece, there’s no better place than the Ionian. Preveza, Lefkada and Nidri form one of Europe’s most active second-hand yacht hubs, with hundreds of cruising yachts, performance monohulls and catamarans coming onto the market each season.

Below is a curated list of 10 interesting yachts currently for sale, complete with brokers, specifications, direct links, and — importantly — what I look for during a professional marine survey on each model.

1. Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42 Maestro – 2023

Broker: NG Yachting / Network Yacht Brokers Lefkas Link: https://www.ngyachting.com/sailingyacht-sales/2023-fountaine-pajot-astrea-42-maestro-owners-version-preveza-for-sale/178747Highlights: Owner’s version, lithium 14.3kWh, 800W solar, generator, watermaker, never chartered.

Survey focus:• Bulkhead tabbing and saloon bonding• Early gelcoat cracks at high-load areas• Lithium system commissioning and safety• Saildrive seal age• Watermaker installation quality

2. Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42 – 2019

Broker: Network Yacht Brokers Lefkas

Link: https://www.boats.com/sailing-boats/2023-fountaine-pajot-astrea-42-maestro-9964921/Highlights: Four-cabin layout, Med-ready, VAT not paid.

Survey focus:• Chainplate support structure• Hatch seal degradation• Rigging age and maintenance history• Rudder bearing wear• Evidence of previous charter repairs

3. Lagoon 42 – 2017 “Eadan Doire”, Cleopatra Marina

Broker: Denison Yachting Link: https://www.yachtsite.com/yachts-for-sale/lagoon-42-49/Highlights: Well-maintained, dry stored at Cleopatra, four-cabin version.

Survey focus:• Mast support beam compression• Steering cable and idler pulleys• Aft cockpit door frame movement• Mast step corrosion• Bridgedeck laminate moisture

4. Beneteau Sense 50 – 2012

Broker: The Ionians Group Link: https://www.boats.com/sailing-boats/2012-beneteau-sense-50-9979805/Highlights: VAT paid, new lithium, new watermaker, new cushions, upgraded entry system.

Survey focus:• Sliding cockpit door alignment and motor• Chainplate access and moisture• Hull-to-keel joint movement• Rudder moisture• Electrical bonding & DIY modifications

5. Hanse 575 – 2013

Broker: The Ionians Group Link: https://www.boats.com/sailing-boats/2013-hanse-575-9930319/Highlights: Private use only, generator, air-con, watermaker, hydraulic platform.

Survey focus:• Jefa steering bearings• Chainplates embedded in hull structure• Keel matrix signs of grounding• Powered winches under load• Hydraulic swim platform rams & hoses

6. Bavaria 42 Cruiser – 2005/2006

Broker: Network Yacht Brokers Lefkas Link: https://www.boats.com/sailing-boats/2005-bavaria-42-cruiser-9971012/Highlights: Reliable Ionian cruiser, good layout, strong value in this market.

Survey focus:• Keel bolts and keel stub• Window & portlight leaks• Steering cables and quadrant• Osmosis/moisture in hull• Rigging age

7. Dufour 460 – 2021

Broker: More Sailing Link: https://www.yachtsnet.co.uk/boats-for-sale/dufour/yachts?utm_source=chatgpt(Representative link — multiple active listings under More Sailing.)

Highlights: Stylish, performance-cruiser hull, modern deck layout, charter-equipped.

Survey focus:• Interior joinery movement (charter fatigue)• Swim platform hinge wear• Rigging service history• Saildrive seal & engine mounts• Water ingress in aft cabin areas

8. Dufour 530 – 2022–2024

Brokers: More Sailing / Synergy Yacht Sales & Consulting Link: https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/2022-dufour-530-8943230/Highlights: Large, fast cruiser, big cockpit, lithium & solar upgrades common.

Survey focus:• Mast compression post• Forestay fitting integrity• Chainplate cracking• Keel flange joint• Electrical upgrades (lithium/solar)• Bimini/arch mounting leaks

9. Lagoon 52 Flybridge – 2017

Brokers: Ancasta / Nicolle Associates Link: https://ancasta.com/boats-for-sale/used/sail/lagoon/52-flybridge/31330/Highlights: Big flybridge catamaran with crewed-charter potential.

Survey focus:• Flybridge deck core moisture• Steering linkage and play• Generator/AC cycling• Hull-to-bridgedeck joints• Rig loading around flybridge helm

10. Leopard 48 – 2017

Brokers: Leopard Brokerage / Poseidon Yacht Brokers Link: https://www.boats.com/sailing-boats/2017-leopard-48-10006108/Highlights: Award-winning blue-water catamaran, often heavily upgraded.

Survey focus:• Forward beam bonding & bulkheads• Rudder tube integrity• Solar & battery install quality• Portlight/window UV failure• Davit welds and reinforcement.

Final Thoughts

The Ionian remains one of the most dynamic yacht markets in Europe. Whether you're looking for an owner-maintained blue-water cruiser, a well-equipped catamaran, or a value-friendly mid-size yacht, Preveza, Lefkada and Nidri offer exceptional variety.

Each model has its own build characteristics and known survey points — and identifying them early can save buyers thousands in repairs later. I inspect yachts across the entire region and provide full IIMS-standard pre-purchase surveys, condition reports, valuations and sea-trial inspections.

If you’ve seen a yacht online and want a professional opinion — just send me the link.