A sound system
At anchor and even while sailing, we appreciate being able to listen to music. Opt for a sound pack integrated directly into your boat or, failing that, take your Bluetooth speaker on board, there are even waterproof ones.
From the cold
If some people like to cook at sea, not all boats are equipped with a kitchen. But that doesn't stop you from enjoying a meal or an aperitif at sea. Either you can opt for a built-in refrigerator (often optional on smaller models) or a freezer that will allow you to keep your drinks cold and some perishable food. Otherwise, the good old cooler will do the trick, as long as you can store it without it interfering with navigation or movement on board.
A table
While a snack in the cockpit is not unpleasant, a table will be particularly appreciated for a real meal or even a picnic. Either you already have a table on board, which you can fix either in the forward or aft cockpit, or choose a folding table, which is easy to unfold and store, but which you can only use when anchored.
A stove
Some people like to cook on board their boat and entertain their friends, but not everyone has the necessary equipment to cook good food. Nowadays, there are several equipments to cook on board like barbecues or portable planchas. Of course, the latter are not always light and require a little time for installation (connection to the gas bottle for example) and a little space to store them, but here again, there are increasingly practical models. And, failing that, the good old stove will always do the trick to eat hot.
A bathing platform
Clearly, it is a real comfort element since to access the water, we will be satisfied with a dive from the cockpit. But we must admit that it is rather pleasant to be able to sit at the back of the boat, with your feet in the water. And for children, this proximity with the sea can be reassuring.
Sunbathing
Yes, you can lie down on the benches to bask in the sun or enjoy a nap in the shade, but why not push comfort to the maximum by taking advantage of a nice relaxing surface. On some models, you just have to transform the square by lowering the table and adding a cushion, on others, you can enjoy a sunbathing post.
A deck shower
After a good swim in the sea, you will appreciate being able to rinse yourself with clear water to eliminate the salt that can pull on the skin. Most of the boats are equipped with one.
W.c.
I don't think there's any need for more details. There's nothing nicer than being able to go relieve yourself without having to dive into the big tub! A bucket can also do the trick, as long as you have some privacy.
A small cabin
The small cabin allows you to store your belongings in a dry place, but above all to change clothes in complete privacy and why not consider a nap on board (practical for children) and why not push it to one night. There is no need for a large, bright cabin with plenty of headroom as long as a mattress allows you to rest.
