Designed by Sparkman and Stephens this distinguished ketch was built by Nautor Swan in 1981. She was rebuilt and extended from 76 feet to 80 feet in 1995 with an extensive refit in 2003.
Melinka offers lively sailing and serene on-board comforts for six guests.
The three guest cabins located aft of the saloon have generous twin berths plus ensuite heads with separate showers.
A comfortable dining and sitting area amidships ensures the enjoyment of savoury exotic meals and relaxing moments after a day of swimming and exploring the beautiful destinations Melinka sails to. Casual outside dining for four.
SPECIFICATIONS
| LENGTH | 80ft (24.4m) | BEAM | 19ft (5.8m) | ENGINES | Mercedes Benz 200 HP | FLAG | United Kingdom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DRAFT | 9ft 0in (2.7m) | TYPE | Sail yacht | ||||
| YEAR BUILT | 1981 | REFIT | 2003 | SPEED CRUISE/MAX |
8kts / 10kts | ||
| DESIGNER | S & S | BUILDER | Swan | ||||
| CREW | Captain Forrest Shropshire & Chef Maria Teresa Beddoe + 1 | ||||||
ACCOMMODATIONS
Sleeps 6 In 3 Cabins
MELINKA can accommodate 6 guests in 3 cabins.
Three en suite cabins The master cabin has 2 single beds -- one port, one starboard, plus en suite shower and head. Port and starboard midship guest cabins have upper / lower single beds and ensuite heads and showers.
MELINKA is fully air conditioned through out.
Crew quarters are forward with separate companionway. Crew have own head and shower.
