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Sarasota Bay, Florida. The Gulf of Mexico within an hour's sail
from either Longboat or New Pass inlets. The ideal bareboat
charter with a Catalina 30 and
a perfect location combine to create a memorable sailing experience
with Latitude Sailing Charters. A variety of destinations present
themselves, from the Tampa Bay area just north, to the excellent
cruising grounds to the south: Venice, Boca Grande/Charlotte Harbor, Cayo Costa, Pine Island Sound, Ft. Myers, Naples and Marco Island.
Anchorages abound and marinas are within easy reach. With Latitude's
wing keel and 3'10" draft, many hidden areas become accessible
with a bareboat charter.
The charter boat is located at the Sarasota Hotel
and Marina, which has much to offer. In a well-protected cove off
Sarasota Bay, the marina has a floating dock with cable tv, an outdoor
tiki bar, restaurant, and swimming pool, as well as clean restrooms
with showers. There's even a washer and dryer. Downtown Sarasota
and its beautiful bayfront are just five miles down the road.
Call or email us today for a bareboat sailing
experience that will keep you smiling!!
The
boat is in premier condition with a list of all new equipment that
would be difficult to surpass:
- New 25hp Universal diesel.
- New sails with Harken roller furling.
- Garmin color chartplotter/gps/bottomsounder.
- Autopilot.
- Marine head and shower. Hot water.
- Sleeps six in v-berth, quarterberth, and
salon.
- Battery charger. 1000w inverter.
- Dockside A/C.
- Bimini.
- Propane stove. A/C-D/C
refrigerator.
- Fully equipped galley. Linens also provided.
- Charts, all safety equipment, binoculars.
- C/D stereo, 15" LCD TV, DVD.
- 8' Walker Bay dinghy ($10/day)
All sailboat equipment, including rigging is in new condition.
"....we
would also like to thank you for a wonderful week of March
sailing and the sharing of local sailing knowledge for the
Sarasota area, which was extremely valuable. The whole bareboat
experience on "Latitude" was excellent and as your website
mentions she is in "bristol" condition. I forgot to mention to
you that twice we sailed with dolphins off the bow of the boat.
One I was able to catch on video jumping out of the water of the
Gulf, just in front of the boat, which was a thrill! I was
happy that there were a number of quiet areas to anchor
overnight and also see some of the beautiful homes along the
protected waters of the intracoastal waterway. The comfortable
and stable handling nature of the Catalina 30 makes her quick
and easy to get used to. Also you helped warm up 4 cold
Canadians, who were weary of the winter back home, with a warm
good-natured manner. Feel free to use this e-mail, which I
submit unsolicited, in your ads if you like.
Best wishes Ken Merrifield
Ontario
"Beautiful boat! Meticulously maintained! Extensive
systems! Great location and cruising grounds!"
Gerry + Naomi Claggett
New Hampshire
Stan,
Thanks again for a great week. We keep going over the wonderful time
we had. Can't believe the week
went so fast. We really appreciate the friendly, personal service
you gave us. We have chartered with bigger charter companies
in the past and nobody has made us feel as welcome or at home as you
did. As longtime sailors and owners of sailboats we were very
impressed with how well maintained Latitude was. The Garmin
chartplotter and your knowledge of the area made navigating
unfamiliar waters effortless. The boat was very comfortable and
provided us with everything we needed. We look forward to
chartering with you again soon.
Sincerely,
Steve and Monique Hester
7 % Manatee County tax not included.
Enjoy a 1/2 day (4-Hr) sail with easy access to Sarasota Bay or extend
your day to include island views from the Gulf of Mexico through Longboat Pass or Big
Pass. An overnight stay can be arranged for early departures;
only $55. Multiple day charters are priced at $250/275 per day (summer/winter) up to 4
days, fifth day is free and each additional day is
$200/$225.
Extensive
sailing experience in a similar or larger vessel is required to
bareboat charter "Latitude".
Please send a resume of past and recent experience
with reservation request. Minimum age 25. If insufficient skills are shown
during a check-out sail, a captain, at the charterer's expense, will
need to be onboard during the sail; however, the charterers are
welcome to 'run' the boat. Sailing instruction is available locally and throughout the country for
those who would like to gain sufficient experience to bareboat.
30% deposit required at time of reservation. Remainder is due one
week prior to start of charter. $1,000 damage deposit is required and may be made using a credit card. Copy of contract may be emailed
on request.
Deposits for charters may be made in form of check
if received greater than two weeks prior, otherwise, either credit card
or cash is accepted.
Please call
(941) 315-0565
or e-mail us at
info@latsail.com
for further information.

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