Eda-frandsen Reviews

Sailing Back in Time

Now that we have had ample time to process our wonderful sailing experience aboard Eda Frandsen it is time to share our thoughts by putting them down in writing Looking to relive our early sailing years and also tour a few Scottish distilleries our google search directed us to Eda s website After seeing her pictures we immediately fell in love with this beautiful ship She brought to our minds fond memories of our own gaff-rigged cutter that we lived and cruised aboard almost half a century ago And so it began another adventure on the sea but for 9 days instead of 6 years Our passage trip from Oban to Falmouth exceeded all of our expectations Eda Frandsen s beginnings as a reliable seagoing vessel add to her character and infuse confidence she has a big personality she is beautiful salty and sturdy seeing Eda in person for the first time we had full faith in her seaworthiness Once on board Mungo and Stella along with crew member Mo welcomed us and the other six guests with open arms As our merry band of adventurers began our 9 day voyage across the Irish Sea we were thrilled to be in most excellent company We truly enjoyed our overnight stays in secluded Scottish anchorages our Jura distillery tour standing watches on overnight passages hoisting sails thanks to Mo for teaching us the ropes an Irish stopover in Dun Laoghaire and the beauty of Cornwall s coast Mungo and Stella are both well-seasoned sailors with intimate knowledge of Eda and her abilities on the water Their expert local knowledge and historic tidbits were an added bonus for all of us It was always instructive to listen as Mungo explained the currents and tides and quirks of sailing the Irish Sea Mungo is an experienced captain that instilled confidence in us with every decision he made Stella truly outdid herself in the galley satisfying everyone even those with dietary preferences In calm or rough seas it was 5 star gourmet all the way prepared with love care and deliciousness And Stella s sailing and navigation skills are not hidden behind her cooking abilities A million thanks for a fantastic voyage and for reminding us what it s like to be young again Looking forward to our next Eda adventure let s have a reunion Fire in the Hole Christof Laurie

Sail in the Hebrides feed your soul

I have just returned from a nine night voyage with Mungo Stella and their deckhand Mo sailing in the Hebrides We enjoyed mixed weather It was rather cool for the time of year but we saw lots of blue skies which always helps to lift the spirits The weather did NOT play the game and proved sufficiently challenging at times to cause changes of plan which then meant we visited places we might not otherwise have done so there were new adventures to be had Mungo and his crew were keen to take into account the guests wishes as far as was practicable given the constraints the weather imposed I had every confidence in the abilities and competence of the crew and was impressed by the extent of their local knowledge The boat feels solid and comfortable and amazingly quiet it seems to absorb sounds I slept really well in my cosy bunk having eaten Stella s fantastic offerings day after day from the teeny galley The menu was varied imaginative expertly prepared and presented using fresh ingredients sourced locally Portions were very generous The food was certainly a highlight for me and I enjoyed everything Stella offered The facilities on board were also generous 2 separate heads provided for the 8 passengers one of which was newly created and very spacious Perhaps a hook or two would be useful additions Sitting out on deck in all the weather that was thrown at us I felt completely at ease and at one with the world the ocean the boat The dramatic scenery of the mountains and lochs drifted by constantly altering in the ever-changing light conditions an absolute joy There was space enough to be alone if one felt the need for solitude If you need to feed your soul then you could do no better than spend time on Eda Frandsen

Wonderful boat wonderful scenery and even more wonderful food

Stella Mungo and their deckhand Mo provided an amazing holiday for my sister and I We sailed around the east side of Skye and saw the amazing Lochs Nevis Hourn Carron and Torridon as well as some little anchorages that were new to me - the scenery of course was stunning and Mungo ensured that even with very mixed weather we managed to get to a wide variety of places with time ashore The boat itself is a lovely classic boat that has been adapted to provide all reasonable comforts and Stella s cooking is simply beyond words - how she provides such delicious locally-sourced and freshly cooked food for up to 8 guests and 3 crew is simply a miracle This is not a testing sailing holiday and if you want to relax and do nothing except look at the scenery Stella and Mungo seem perfectly happy to do everything though all you have to do is ask to take the helm or volunteer to hoist lines and away you go If you want to experience the best of the West Coast of Scotland in comfort on a classic boat then this is THE holiday for you Highly recommended

Eda- the One and Only

We had sailed on Eda some eight times in the past with her previous owners and after several years felt it was now time to try her again I will confess to some apprehension as we have cherished memories of Eda as we knew and loved her We need not have worried Stella and Mungo have stayed true to the spirit of this classic boat while making big improvements especially to the new forward head and bathroom She looks immaculate loved and well cared for Mungo has been fastidious in carrying out work that exceeds the coding requirements and it shows She sails better than ever Stella and Mungo ably assisted by Amy bring a wealth of sailing knowledge and experience in hospitality afloat Stella works exceptionally hard to provide some of the best food we have enjoyed anywhere- let alone at sea prepared in a galley the size of a phone box Everyone is made to feel welcome The cabins are dry and cosy and good deck and safety gear is provided We had a mix of experience levels in our group and everybody had a fantastic time from newbies to old salts All agreed that the calm and controlled manner in which the crew work the deck adds to the confidence that this is a safe well run operation that makes the most of Eda s classic sailing attributes and provides an experience that is true to the history of this very special boat Long Live Eda We will return

A Wonderful Adventure Aboard Eda Frandsen

We have just completed a West Coast of Scotland Isle adventure on board Eda Frandsen with Mungo and Stella This was our first trip aboard Eda and our first time on a traditional gaff cutter and have nothing but praise from start to finish We have limited sailing knowledge so it was great to learn the ropes from both Mungo and Stella who are more than competent when sailing this classic wooden boat in all weather conditions and we felt completely at ease safe and comfortable at all times Plans were made and adapted depending on weather conditions and we were taking ashore at every opportunity to explore remote Islands and anchorages visiting a few local bars on the way During our trip we saw all sorts of wildlife including Dolphins Eagles seals Puffins and Red Deer You can choose to help as much or little as you choose We got involved and it was very rewarding and in our opinion made the trip extra special The meals onboard were delicious and lovingly prepared by Sella in the small but adequate galley with more than enough to go around and excellent variety We would recommend Eda Frandsen Mungo and Stella to anyone who want a unique way to visit some of the remotest parts of Scotland by sea

Eda Frandsen Revisited After 6 Years

I have just come back from a 9 day trip sailing from Mallaig out to the Outer Hebrides Having had two excellent experiences sailing on Eda a few years ago I was confident the experience would be good this time as well My only concern was whether the new owners would be able to live up to the previous ones I am happy to report that they do Of course they are different people and personalities but the same approach to providing an excellent sailing experience in beautiful but sometimes challenging conditions and encouraging all guests to participate in the boat handling is just as good I will be back no doubt

A lifetime of memories

I have just come back from a 9 day sail with Mungo Stella onboard the beautiful Eda Frandsen From the moment you step onto Eda you are made to feel welcome and at ease Mungo Stella are both experienced sailors and at all times the boat feels a safe place to be in all weathers They are supported by their deckhand Mo who brings great energy and a smile at all times and is a natural teacher when showing you the key skills to sailing Eda There were too many highlights to mention from my trip but a special mention for the standard of food that Stella prepares in the galley A great variety of dishes all to a superb standard will make you glad you packed elasticated trousers This was my first trip on Eda and I m sure it won t be my last

I came away refreshed and happier than I ve been in years after 10 days on the Eda Frandsen

From the moment the trip was booked Eda Frandsen as a company were warm and welcoming The boat is beautiful and obviously well loved by her owners with incredible attention to detail The hospitality was incredible Mungo Stella and Amy were charming educational attentive and accommodating Wow the food How Stella produced fresh bread cakes roasts sweets in that tiny galley for 11 of us and catered for different tastes and needs I will never know The meals and snacks were truly top notch and I like my food The few made it the most relaxed holiday I have ever been on It was stressed that one could be as involved with the sailing as you wanted or just to chill relax and sleep I am new to sailing and very much appreciated the constant thought and effort that went into every days planning and sailing to give us the best possible experience whatever the weather I came away refreshed and happier than I ve been in years after 10 days on the Eda Frandsen

One of my best experience by far

I recently had the pleasure of taking a sailing trip with Eda Frandsen and I must say it was an unforgettable experience From start to finish the trip was well-planned expertly executed and exceeded all of my expectations If safety is a concern for you I know it was for me you are probably the safest with this incredibly knowledgeable and experienced crew I felt right at home from the first day The food on board was also exceptional We were treated to a delicious lunch dinner and refreshments throughout the trip Met some very interesting people and definitely made a few core memories onboard I cannot recommend Eda enough to anyone looking for a sailing experience They are worth it and take care of you throughout the trip