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The Azimut 78 sits at a crossroads in the market, you can run it by yourself, but many owners choose to employ a crew. Nick shows us around…

Walking around the Azimut 78 it’s easy to forget you’re still on a sub-24m boat, particularly in the three-cabin crew quarters, which is located in the bow – usually a hallmark of much bigger yachts.

This video, filmed at the most recent Cannes Yachting Festival , showcases the Azimut 78’s curvaceous Art Deco-inspired interior, as designed by Achille Salvagni.

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• By Chris Caswell
• Updated: June 18, 2009

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A growing number of yachts are being operated “short-handed,” the nautical term for a voyage with fewer than the usual number of crew members. In the yachting world, it was not long ago that owning a 70-footer meant having a dedicated captain and at least one crew member.

Today, however, there are a growing number of yachts in the 60- to 80-foot range being handled by husband-and-wife teams. And this isn’t just weekend marina-hopping, either, but voyages that stretch the lengths of continents and span oceans.

John and Linda Langan who, in 16 months, have ranged from Alaska to Mexico and are currently in the Caribbean aboard their Nordhavn 47, are now accustomed to short-handed cruising. “At first it was daunting, now it’s no big thing,” they happily report.

A multitude of factors have not only made this possible, but desirable. Modern technology has provided warping winches that can turn a 100-pound woman into Arnold Schwarzenegger when it comes to handling dock lines, while bow and stern thrusters make docking easier. There are more young couples acquiring larger yachts these days, yet not really wanting paid crew. And at the other end, there are “empty-nesters,” who want to be able to take out family or friends occasionally, yet still remain independent.

Regardless of the reasons, boatbuilders are seizing on this new market, creating fleets of yachts aimed at short-handed cruisers. We talked to a number of owner-operators, as well as boatbuilders, to gather some of the hard-won tips and techniques that make short-handed cruising possible. Here’s a look at what we learned.

Pick the Right Yacht

The design features needed for short-handed cruising are a matter of common sense. One of the keys to simplified boat-handling, according to one skipper, is the ability to “be everywhere at once.”

This means you need wide side decks that allow you to move easily from bow to stern, with bulwarks or rails high enough to make movement underway safe. It requires having doors on each side of a pilothouse so the skipper can step out to lend a hand quickly. Look for flying bridge stairs that are conveniently located and safe in all conditions. Inside, a pilot berth or convertible settee might be a good idea, so a second person is close at hand during night passages.

Outfit the Yacht

Once you’ve chosen the yacht, you need to outfit it with short-handing in mind, which generally falls into two categories: Extra power and simplicity.

Docking is always the biggest concern for a husband-and-wife team, but several modern conveniences turn this into a “no worries” area. First, bow and stern thrusters allow the skipper to place the yacht precisely against a dock. Second, warping winches on the stern allow one person to easily move a 40-ton yacht. Third, remote helm controls put the skipper where he can see everything, as well as lend a hand as needed. And last (but certainly not least!), the dawn of Zeus or IPS drive power allows joystick control that can pivot the yacht in any direction and even hold station effortlessly.

For Barry and Alice Allred, the bow and stern thrusters aboard their Outer Reef 65, Risky Business, are a godsend. “Choosing hydraulic progressive Trac thrusters was our wisest investment,” says Barry. “I can place the boat against the dock and then hold it there indefinitely while I help with the docklines.” Progressive thrusters can be left in the thrusting position and, being hydraulic, can be used continuously because they don’t have overheating issues.

Warping winches were named as one of the most popular options by boatbuilders, and several owners noted that using them meant they could easily muscle in a spring line-even against wind and current. They also allow the positioning of the yacht to be done from on board, rather than relying on dock helpers. Lydia Biggie, who has cruised the length of the Eastern Seaboard with her husband, John, aboard their Outer Reef 73, SeeYa, always passes the eye of the dockline ashore, so she can control the length from on board.

The ability of the skipper to operate the engines and thrusters from locations other than the helm was also mentioned as very important by short-handed crews. Options include wing controls hidden in a bulwark outside the pilothouse or on the afterdeck, as well as corded control boxes that can be plugged in at various locations around the yacht. Aboard Risky Business, for example, plug locations include the bow (for anchoring), the stern, and both sides of the bridge.

Ample and properly sized fenders were mentioned as valuable to short-handers, because they protect the yacht until all the lines are secured. Several skippers mentioned that they have premarked fender lines, so they can be secured at a set height before being hung over the side. This is particularly important with large or heavy fenders being handled by a small person.

Another valuable piece of deck gear that short-handers mentioned is “a really long boathook” which can be used for placing looped docklines over pilings or cleats when there are no helpers ashore.

Prep the Crew

If there was one tip given by absolutely every short-handed couple, it was to talk everything through beforehand. “Plan ahead, and take your time,” says Lydia Biggie. “John and I will discuss the order of lines to be given to the dock help, because sometimes it varies.” Aboard Risky Business, Barry Allred also tells his wife which lines to set first, and she passes these directions to the dock helpers.

Both John Biggie and Barry Allred go a step further in their preparations: “I talk to the dockmaster by VHF beforehand,” says Allred, “to find out the exact slip location, the wind or current at that spot, and what’s around my slip. That way there are no surprises.” Lydia Biggie adds, “We find out at least half an hour beforehand what side of the dock we’ll be on, and if they are floating or stationary. That way I can estimate the height and position of the fenders.”

Just as important as crew preparation are crew communications. John Langan is succinct: “We use duplex two-way hands-free communications, and this is a marriagesaver!” Barry Allred also has several pairs of voice-activated Eartec headsets, adding a third unit so his daughter “could hear what was going on” when she was aboard. “These work fine, even in a breeze,” says Allred, noting that they allow two people to work without being in sight of each other.

Lowering and raising an anchor brings a host of new challenges but, again, modern technology and ingenuity simplify the task for short-handers. Barry Allred has anchor controls on his remote controller and, once plugged in at the bow, can direct the whole process as he watches.

Aboard SeeYa, the Biggies use hand signals to communicate from the bow to the pilothouse. “I look at him and signal and call ‘taking the pin out.’ This is the safety pin that prevents the anchor and chain from going down. Now John knows my hands are clear, and it’s okay to lower the anchor. We have one of those neat ‘chain counters’ so he can raise and lower the anchor from the wheel and know how many feet are out.”

The way the Langans aboard the Nordhavn 47 see it, “You can’t be too rich or too thin or have too many anchors. I use 400 feet of 7/16-inch chain and a 105-pound CQR. We set the CQR on the roller nearing the anchorage so that when we let the windlass out, it goes down by itself and my wife counts the 50-foot paint stripes to the required scope.” John adds, “All this I do from the pilothouse, since the windlass can be operated from there, the flybridge, or the bow.”

For raising the anchor, Lydia Biggie has painted three marks on the chain, but hers are near the anchor. “When I see these marks come out of the water, I take over raising the anchor. I can now do this slowly, make sure the anchor is free of sand, oriented properly and, finally, seated properly. Besides, by the time I take over the anchor, John needs to pay attention to steering the boat.”

When it comes to signaling, the Biggies keep it simple. “I point to where the anchor chain is, port or starboard, so John can use the bow thruster to line up the boat with the chain. I use a circular motion with my arm to indicate ‘keep the anchor coming up,’ and I put my hand up in a ‘stop’ motion to end pulling the anchor in.”

The biggest concern for most short-handers is a man overboard because, with just two people aboard, you only have half a crew to handle a serious crisis.

Most short-handers carry comfortable lifejackets in addition to the U.S. Coast Guard-required PFDs-either in the form of automatic inflatable life vests that don’t constrict movements, or as float coats to wear when weathering colder climates. But many short-handers also admitted that they don’t wear them often enough. “Unless the conditions are really bad,” said one, “we don’t put them on. I know we should, but we’re lazy.”

High bulwarks, double or even triple lifelines, and plenty of rails can create a false sense of security and we’d be remiss if we didn’t recommend that everyone on deck wear a life vest at all times.

Even in the best case scenario, when the MOB is wearing a flotation device, the situation is very dangerous because only one person is left to maneuver the yacht, spot the person in the water, and retrieve the crew. There are a multitude of devices designed to help locate and retrieve a crew member, large or small, from the water, and each has its pros and cons. Some require installations on the yacht, and all should be tested in practice situations with a full crew aboard in calm water. A dark night with your spouse in the water is no time to start reading the instructions.

The most popular MOB device for powerboats is the Lifesling, which comes in several variations but is basically a horseshoe- shaped collar that is thrown to the victim or towed behind the yacht so it can be reached without swimming for it.

It provides buoyancy as well as a secure attachment to the yacht and, when combined with lifting tackle on board, allows a smaller person to hoist a heavy and watersoaked victim on board.

Several short-handers that were interviewed have a basic rule: No one ever goes on deck without being watched. And one added that, when voyaging, they always bring the yacht to a complete stop before a crew member goes on deck.

Barry Allred uses a video camera that covers all the action on the afterdeck. “With that, one of us can be in the pilothouse and still keep an eye on the other if we’re rigging lines or fenders.”

Short-handed cruising a largish yacht may seem intimidating or even scary at first but, with a well-chosen yacht and the right equipment and practice, it can be a grand adventure.

“I wasn’t sure the two of us could do it,” says Barry Allred. “I was wrong…it’s great!”

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theav8r New Member

what would be the largest yacht for an experienced owner/operator that could safely be operated either solo or with a small family ?? let's also say that the yacht is either pod powered or joystick retro fit (like zf jms) ..... so it has a very good joystick control system ....... 60' .... 70' .... 80'.... LSX120 ??

RER Senior Member

As is always the case with these kinds of questions, it depends on your use. Day trips? Fair weather cruising in summer and on weekends? Or are you talking about passage making? Fleming, Grand Banks Aleutian, Westport Pacific Mariner, and others build boats in the 60', 70', and 80' range that are essentially designed as owner operator - couples cruisers. Your joystick - pod control comment is curious to me. It's irrelevant to your question. An "experienced owner" should be able to safely operate his boat whether it has ".....a very good joystick control system" .....or not.

Pascal Senior Member

well, the joystick question isnt' curious because it is marketed to make folks think that it is the miracle solution! I find that docking and close quarter handling is not the biggest issue an owner/operator will face once (s)he gets into boats over, 50, 60, 70 etc... It's really maintenance and dealing with the systems. I dont' mean just being able to fix something, there are many handy owner/operators capable of dealing with many failures, but the time it take. while under way cruising the east coast or the bahamas for a month, the routine maintenance, upkeep etc... can be overwhelming and too time consuming, making that vacation time part time working! now if you jsut do short trips and have someone to take care of the boat when you come back, then it's a non issue. as to single handling, well there is a lot more to joystick control. I feel the actual layout of the boat is a lot more important.. being able to get from the helm to your spring lines is the number one criteria. Backing into a slip, having controls on the aft deck is also at the top of the list. i guess, gadgets like remote controls can be helpful, but a fancy set of joystick inside the boat requiring a long walk to your line is going require an experienced mate for line handling.

i understand your points ....... i came for the aviation world where modern avionics have allowed some pretty sophisticated jets to be certified for single pilot ...... the work load has been reduced to a level where the faa has approved single pilot operation ...... it's not just the maneuvering system but all the electronic systems that support it ..... navigation, communication , emergency systems ....etc ..... lets say the yacht would be used to cruise the caribbean and not very demanding locations .....

travler Senior Member

driving the boat is the easy part it;s just like flying it is when things start going wrong that it gets real busy in a hury even with all the best operating systems there are still the basics that need to be addressed , a lot depends on where you are going and what you expect to do on the way and when you get there good luck just some thoughts travler

PropBet Senior Member

I'm 100% comfortable on a GB59 by myself, until I need to sneak into a tight slip. Yes, the remote controls are a godsend, the aft controls are as well, but at the end of the day, you have to have absolute nerves of steel to do it regularly. (I can't). Electronics, nav systems, chart plotters, radios, etc. All that stuff for the most part runs itself. That being said, should you choose to operate on your own, you'll quickly learn to think hours ahead of you, then minutes ahead of you, then seconds ahead of you. Stupid things like getting fenders hung earlier than you normally would with a hand on board. Maintenance is the next topic which has already been discussed. Yes, engine room, but then exterior, interior, and let's not forget break and fix in flight troubleshooting. My Wife on board makes it so much easier in the rare cases where it's just her and I. Even if it's the 3 minutes to duck down and check on an alarm, a tank, a line, a switch, etc. Lest we not forget insurance requirements.

NYCAP123 Senior Member

solo or with a small family ?? Click to expand...

bmar New Member

As has been said, not only depends on your experience level but on what size boats. If your talking about say getting a new 76' Lazara that runs around 5 million, NO insurance company is going to insure you without a Licensed captain on board unless you can show a long history of ownership.

Kafue Senior Member

Agree with NYCAP here. Our family boating years ago meant that not only was I "solo" in charge but worse, "solo" on guard. I was far more concerned that my young children and wife were in a safe place, away from danger than I was in need of an extra hand with docking. At one time we had a 50' Ocean Alexander Mk1 displacement with 120hp Lehmans. Everytime I came into a different marina I had already prepared the boat as much as possible and NO-One was allowed out the saloon until she was tied up. Fibreglass is a lot easier to repair than bones and that boat needed a few minutes before it would change in any direction no matter how much throttle was applied. Made me a better boater I think but aged me too.

Capt. Mike New Member

I would ask what is the biggest yacht you have owned so far. I love driving my 103 and before this I had a 62' and loved to bring her in by myself. I would tell everyone don't touch anything until I stop the boat. I loved when the wind was 15 - 30 putting her in a tight spot and I have never had thrusters on a boat but I always got her in. I always felt this would make me a better Captain and it did. I feel I would have had trouble with my 103 if I had done like everyone else in TN, and sat out on the lake until the winds are ok to come in. I always loved the challenge of parking a boat. I could tell so many story's of parking. I pulled into this small tight marina one time just to get a coke and the guy gave me the coke and said thanks for the show. Now when I went to the 103 not many of the same rules applied. You can't reach the dock or just jump off and tie the boat off. it's a long drop down and you can't stop a 95 ton boat with a small rope. Truth is I am still learning how dock this yacht and it will just take some time but I know I can do it. I say drive a big yacht and you will know.

Agree with you totally cap, but let's make sure the OP doesn't miss this: I would tell everyone Click to expand...

i'm looking for yacht to mainly cruise the caribbean ...... i have a 42' go fast boat but now with family i'm looking for a cruiser ..... i seem to make good decisions in my boating as well as my flying ..... as the old adage goes ... "there are old pilots and there are bold pilot but there are no old bold pilots ....." .... i don't push my limitations ... don't even come close ..... i know on a perfect day when everything is working well i could probably manage these yachts with my wife ...... i love the lazzara line of yachts ...... which one ? lsx64, lsx78, lsx92 .......

Assuming that your wife seriously knows how to deckhand, i.e. what lines need to go where and how to tie and set them, also fenders, and knows how to navigate, run and dock the boat. And assuming that your kids are old enough to stay out of the way and can be out of her mind for 10 minutes (or are old enough and capable enough to help). You could do maybe 65' or 70'. If she's ok and willing to help you're talking 50' maybe 55'. If however she's afraid of breaking a nail and you've got pre-schoolers. Stick with what you've got or be prepared to hire or bring someone who knows boats. As for your experience, a 42' go fast is more akin to driving a 30' Donzi than a 50' Viking.

Norseman Senior Member

what would be the largest yacht for an experienced owner/operator that could safely be operated either solo or with a small family ?? let's also say that the yacht is either pod powered or joystick retro fit (like zf jms) ..... so it has a very good joystick control system ....... 60' .... 70' .... 80'.... LSX120 ?? Click to expand...

I would hire one full time live aborad crew. If you look hard enough you can get one cheap. He/ she can help with the boat and make your life much easier.

Marmot Senior Member

theav8r said: ↑ ...... the work load has been reduced to a level where the faa has approved single pilot operation ...... Click to expand...

i certainly respect the opinions of the experts here on this forum ..... i guess i'm a little private .... i'm not really wanting a crew ..... i also don't mind working hard to be a good captain .... i certainly did that with becoming a qualified and experienced pilot (ifr/multi/turbine) ...... i do not want a yacht that can't be handled safely ...... again, i do like the lazzara line ....... maybe the new lmy 64 or lsx 78 at the very most ...... thanks for your inputs ......

Coming from a 42 go-fast I'm fairly confident that your insurance company will require you to use a captain for either of those boats for a period of time. From there you'll see how it goes. I'm currently heading into my 8th year with a fellow who felt the same as you. Eventually he found an insurance company who only required him to use one for a short period. 8 years later....

NYCAP123 said: ↑ Coming from a 42 go-fast I'm fairly confident that your insurance company will require you to use a captain for either of those boats for a period of time. Click to expand...

Capt J Senior Member

theav8r said: ↑ i certainly respect the opinions of the experts here on this forum ..... i guess i'm a little private .... i'm not really wanting a crew ..... i also don't mind working hard to be a good captain .... i certainly did that with becoming a qualified and experienced pilot (ifr/multi/turbine) ...... i do not want a yacht that can't be handled safely ...... again, i do like the lazzara line ....... maybe the new lmy 64 or lsx 78 at the very most ...... thanks for your inputs ...... Click to expand...

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The Princess Y78 is the largest boat that can be run without professional help, but it requires an experienced owner-operator. The Azimut 78 is a crossroads in the market, and many owners choose to employ a crew. Northern Marine has launched its latest 57 pilothouse long-range expedition yacht, designed for owner-operators to cruise anywhere in the world. Owner-operators and boatbuilders have shared tips and techniques for short-handed cruising.

The M75, the largest and most luxurious motor yacht, is built by German company Lürssen Yachts and has an unknown owner. The high-end design is designed to be managed efficiently by an owner-operator. The standard engines are twin MAN V8 1,000 hp with direct shafts.

The crew issue is a topic of interest for many owners when designing their yacht. The largest powerboat that can be easily handled by a competent owner is about 65 feet, and anything bigger will require too much time. A list of motor yachts by length is a table of the world’s longest active superyachts, with an overall length of at least 75 meters (246 ft) and up.

In summary, the Princess Y78, Azimut 78, and M75 are some of the largest and most luxurious motor yachts available. Owners often choose to employ a crew for their yachts, but the crew issue remains a concern for many owners.

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Insurance and Liability. Insurance and liability considerations also play a significant role in the 12-guest limit. Insurance policies for yachts are often structured around this guest limitation. Carrying more than 12 guests can significantly increase insurance premiums, which will have an impact on the yacht chartering cost.

More guests mean a higher potential for accidents and injuries, increasing the yacht owner’s legal liability. By limiting the number of guests, yacht owners and charter companies can better manage these risks and ensure that they are providing a safe environment for all passengers.

How big of a yacht can one person handle?

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On the flip side, he added that the decks of small boats are often difficult to move around without stepping on tracks, cars, lines, and all sorts of other obstacles.

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What is the largest privately owned yacht?

Azzam Azzam (597 ft) Azzam holds the title of largest privately owned superyacht, a position it has maintained since it was completed at a cost of $600 million by Lürssen Yachts in Lemwerder, Germany, ten years ago.

Measuring upwards of 533 feet, these vessels start at the equivalent length of roughly a 50-story building.

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There are reasons behind this. Interestingly, some of the biggest superyachts in the world have become so stunningly large that they can no longer maintain status as belonging to a single family or dynasty. The largest ones have become condominiums or charterable research vessels—playthings for the ultrawealthy.

What is the largest yacht that can be operated by one person?

The around the world Maxis are roughly 75 feet for the single-handed event. However, for a relative novice, I would NOT advise anything above 40′. If you have some experience then anything up to a 60′ won’t be a big deal. Going larger than a 40-footer would be redundant anyway.

What is the 12 person rule on a yacht?

In short, if a yacht carries more than 12 passengers, irrespective of whether payment is made, the vessel is considered a ‘Passenger Ship’ which puts it into a different category from standard luxury yachts. A ‘Passenger Ship’ must be SOLAS compliant, which requires rigorous testing, training, and surveying (and cost). The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) is an international maritime treaty that sets the minimum safety standards worldwide.

Regardless of the size of the yacht, 9 times out of 10 it will only be licensed to carry 12 passengers. In day charter yachts this can sometimes include the crew, meaning that your group may not be able to exceed 10 or 11. Just to make it even that bit more complicated, some yachts can only be licensed to 6, so it’s very important you tell one of our brokers how many people will be on the yacht as this may restrict the number of yachts that are available to you.

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What is the largest yacht you can drive by yourself?

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How big does a yacht have to be to be a super yacht?

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A yacht is known as a luxury watercraft that helps people having the enjoyment of recreation. Two terms that fall under a “yacht” are “megayacht” and “superyacht”. Both terms often get used interchangeably, but in this blog, we will discuss the differences.

Ranging from 80 feet in length up to the staggering 592 feet of AZZAM, the world’s largest private yacht, superyachts can be sailing yachts, motor yachts, motor sailors – or even stylishly converted tugs, or military vessels. In general, yachts are either considered a motor yacht or sailing yacht, depending on how the boat is powered. A sailing yacht is powered by sails or winds, while a motor yacht is powered by engines.

The term “megayacht” is often used interchangeably with the term “superyacht”, which is used to refer to any privately owned yacht over 80 feet in length.

📹 €6 Million Yacht Tour : St-Barths 75

A very intriguing layout for this Dutch built aluminium yacht, the St-Barths 75. Sponsored by: …

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I am a school teacher who was bitten by the travel bug many decades ago. My husband Billy has come along for the ride and now shares my dream to travel the world with our three children.The kids Pollyanna, 13, Cooper, 12 and Tommy 9 are in love with plane trips (thank goodness) and discovering new places, experiences and of course Disneyland.

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Great job equipping this vessel with many nice features, good range too more than needed on an average day. The only thing I would ask for is enclosed toilets every thing else is done very nicely Thank you Nick, lots of variety means something for everyone I really appreciate the effort you’ve made three articles a week and That’s a lot Of work

Your usual excellent tour Nick. I really like the huge beach club area and the “sunken saloon”, I also liked the upper deck layout particularly the solid doors out to the side decks meaning if there are young children or pets on board you don’t need to worry about them getting too close to the sides. What I didn’t like were the lack of walkaround beds in the guest cabins and the lack of doors to the en-suites.

I must admit this is quite an interesting yacht. There’s a lot to like, especially the outside areas, the beachclub and lower lounge area and the open feel to most of the boat. However, I can’t say I liked the cabins with open-plan ensuite. The exposed services in the cupboards was a little disappointing too. A good enjoyable tour as always though Nick.

la verdad que me encanta los articles de este señor! y como muestra los barcos!! yo ya habia visto este St-Barths 75 Pero la verdad el que la mostraba estaba siempre adelante de la camara!.. y no dejaba ver nada !! y era bastante molesto! pero por fin este article de este señor!! si se pudo ver bien ala perfeccion de este maravilloso! St-Barths 75 saludos. 👍👍

I love the 3D conception, with the Master Cabin really separated from guests cabins, and the way the spaces are thought. Every body meets at the beach club at first, then continue on the lounge and the upper space, but if you have guests for the night, on the morning everybody meet on the upper space (with the galley), it have been designed for a couple that could invite some friends while having great intimacy. Maybe would I have sacrificed the smallest bedroom to extend the Master Bedroom with a dedicated workspace or a private small saloon to take a drink together. Private and intimate spaces is the real luxury!

Wow this is an absolutely fantastic and innovative layout! Amazing use of the space. When was the last time you saw a jacuzzi on a 75′ yacht?! When you went up to the galley and helm, I thought that was the flybridge. Couldn’t believe there was another deck level. The master stateroom is amazing, complete with naughty viewing access to the hot tub! Surprises around every corner but it doesn’t feel like a gimmick. This is one amazing and beautiful party vessel. Great one Nick!

Truly astounding. Another amazing tour Nick – a spectacular vessel. You’re not wrong, there are some truly new concepts in here and I’m sure it will have a big impact. Certainly hope so, because it deserves it. As a parent of young kids I especially love the smaller berth connecting with the owners’ cabin. Ideal for the little ones that don’t want to be too far away from mum or dad – a great idea. Congrats to the designers and thank you for another excellent tour.

You said it was not a normal layout. And you were SURE right! Fantastic design. More yachts needs to take inspiration from this and not just produce the same floor plan. You mix it up = big win! For example the sitting aft on the sundeck. You’re right, you look forward and you see big metal nonethingness. On this, you see the sea!

Hi Nick, And thank you for this empresive and beautiful Yacht from St-Barths 75 what a boat, Then I thinking where I see a salon like that before…. O right van der Valk last year But this is a stunning one the bathrooms with that great sink the real grey/black stone wall in the shower the tub on the bow Thanks again Nick that is a very nice Show ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I really want to like this because it’s such a novel design with a lot of good ideas, but it feels… unfinished? Or like a really skilled designer was hired to do the initial design, but then some of the details were completed by an accounting intern with no design oversight. The third cabin not having an enclosed bathroom is absurd, and I think just about anyone would happily give up an extra six inches in the master cabin to accommodate an extra bulkhead in there. Also the jacuzzi pump is impressive but why the heck is the control panel up near the ceiling on an otherwise blank wall in the master cabin instead of near the jacuzzi on deck or at the lower helm. There are two TVs and they’re both in really awkward places, especially the lounge one where it will be partially blocked by the stair handrail from most seating positions. This feels like a version 0.75 that got rushed out of the shipwrights’. I’d love to see the 1.0.

Important to say is that you can fill the jacuzzi in about 10 minutes of time and dont need to waste water cause there is a extra tank for it, which will use the same water again. Because other jacuzzi take about 1 hour of time to get filled. Here it takes just minutes and i think this is a gamechanger.

Really interesting. Liked the saloon and upper saloon areas and the open areas. Not keen on the cabin areas and the odd angles in these areas. It’s good that companies are trying new things otherwise there would be no progress but sometimes design seems to settle into a certain way just because it actually works.

It’s no Gulf Craft Majesty 175, this yacht seems to be a 100ft short Nick,but I will forgive you for bringing us another interesting boat that’s for sure. I will start with the things that I don’t like,the layout of the smaller bedroom is not to my liking it seems like an after thought,hey we got this space here let’s see what we can fit in here like. The only other thing I don’t like are the sinks in the bathrooms, I like the concept and appreciate the thought behind it,but a nightmare to keep clean especially with shaving. Well Mr Burnham sir other than those two points I like the layout of this yacht, I have to say it reminds me of the Bluegame 60 that you kindly did a tour for us,they both have layouts that I like outside of the norm, I really like the forward area with the jacuzzi etc on this one but for me if I had to choose the Bluegame just edges it. Nick again thank you for doing these great yacht tours please keep them up ❤️ Aquaholics as ever 👌🖖

Nick you always aim to please with your tours and this is definately “something different” but those wash basins!?! When does unique and interesting design become more important than usability? Also having to go upstairs to go downstairs to bed seems …. well, a little odd, don’t you think? It’s obvious that some like this design but it’s definately one I wont bother viewing in person any time soon. Thanks again for your awesome tours Nick.

Fascinating layout Nick……. It all appears new and modern, but I get a strange 1970’s vibe somehow….. not in a bad way, but just different…… I think having the saloon low down must be good at anchor with a nice coast and bay, but the view forward is obviously dull/none existent…….. likewise, I would favour more saloon lounge area where the dining sits currently……. I like the tender stowage and engine positioning…… giving huge space for playing at anchor…… 😎 Very quirky……. 🙂

When the presentation first started, I thought, I don’t like it, but then after perusal the whole thing, I love it. The lack of doors in the bathroom, not a problem for me, my wife and I have seen worser things of each other. I just wonder how water tight those stern doors are if one take a huge wave over the stern …

Impressive design idea but I am with a lot of others on this page that agree with “please give me a door to the heads”. I have seen this tour on another website and it was said that this was totally the owners style and the yacht is totally custom so can be changed. On another topic Nick the camera was very jerky for me as I was perusal, really made me feel a little sick (seasick lol) . Thanks for the tour.

Thanks Nick, another informative vid, but of late feel as though some of the reviews are rushed, were flying through the boat at a rate. Having said that I love your vids and will always watch. Not sure about being able to look up into the small pool from the owners cabin! bit creepy. Keep up the good work.

Well, if I WERE ever to own a boat (and could afford it LOL), I think this one would win! I think the only “great idea but I hate it” I have is the sinks – I would NOT want to clean them; they’re much too fussy – although I do like the idea of them. If I were in fact a buyer, I would inquire if they could keep the concept, but translate it to a smooth-surfaced sink. But that’s me 😉 But yeah, absolutely GORGEOUS and unique yacht!

I have been skipping these reviews of multi-million dollar yachts because of the sheer excess… but had to watch this one because from the stern this is absolutely stunning, the huge aft deck is amazing and the entrance into the lower salon is exceptional. It definitely comes across as high quality, but I’m not so sure, don’t think I’d want to be caught on the open seas on this, looks like a water-intrusion nightmare, plus with the toilets when you enter the guest cabins right there and the view up into the jacuzzi it’s got a tiny shred of trashiness (lol, in a good way, I imagine there will be many conceptions on board this yacht!). I think this would make the perfect resort lake yacht.

I really like the changed/atypical layout! Very thought-provoking! Makes one think of how one uses the space on a boat; yet it still ticks all the boxes. That long bar of a galley seems like there could have been a better solution. You skillfully avoided the lack of doors on the bathrooms. And one had the toilet next to the bed in-cabin! That I don’t get. Will not order that feature. 🙂

As a former owner of several boats, I can’t imagine buying a 6 million Euro boat and then running it myself. As beautiful as this yacht is, when I look at it all I can see is an enormous amount of work. IMO-if you purchase something like this, you are not just purchasing a yacht you are purchasing a labor intensive job. A vessel this size should require a crew of at least two. Who handles things like watch keeping? You say a man and his wife run this? They are far different people than I and my wife. 6 million is the price of a major mansion. I wouldn’t want to clean that myself either.

My humble opinion on this ship is, I feel this is more of a Cannes don’t leave harbor area boat. So highly set,set up of small engiine area. etc. Magnificent for having a party of 10 or more crusing a mile or so and playing water sports and cocktails.But never would do any bad weather medium distance cruisingi n it.

Very unique layout and I love how much it breaks away from the traditional format. The overall appearance is decent and modern. The third guest cabin next to the owner cabin feels very cramped though. The wash basin sticking out like that in the narrow pathway to the toilet is a bit ghetto. I also dislike the carpet. Not that what I think matters, but I wonder if the seawater from the tender can be a problem to the engines since there isn’t any solid separation between the engine bay and the garage.

The step down into the saloon made it appear a little claustrophobic, but that’s probably due to the other yachts moored alongside. Generally, the finish and the sinks in particular were refreshingly different, but no doors on the en suites? The small cabin was just a bathroom with a bed in it. No doubt these things could be addressed when configuring the boat, they just struck me as a bit eccentric.

Wow! Truly not a cookie cutter boat. So much to love about this, and some to really dislike. Why did the design all the guest cabins with open heads? Especially the forward cabin. Surely the smart people could have designed some sort of door. Though I love everything else about this boat, those cabins would be a deal breaker for me. Especially at that price.

Have you ever considered (or done) a article explaining the steps on getting a boat license and ‘upgrading’ from one size to another? I’d be interested in seeing what that’s like from the UK version. (Not sure my understanding on the US version is even accurate.) Thanks for the article! I do like how they’ve stored the tender away.

There’s so much about this yacht that I love and equally as much that I just don’t understand. For example, the great big empty slab of hull above the bed in the bow cabin seems like a complete afterthought. Where’s the upholstery/art/interesting detailing that we see on literally every other boat in this class? The jacuzzi seems like it’ll never work. I noticed that even docked in the marina, the water was moving so much that it looked about ready to spill over. I can only imagine what a disaster it’ll be at anchor at sea. And on that note, having the jacuzzi above a cabin seems like they’re just asking for leaks and other endless maintenance nightmares. If it were my money, this would be a hard pass and I’d much rather go with a Van Der Valk Beachclub. At least they’re an experienced, veteran builder making smart design choices.

I love Nick’s content, but for the size and price of this boat, all the bedrooms were disappointing. Nice en suite bathrooms (except the open plan one!) but the actual bedroom space was unfortunate. Only one cabin had access to both sides of the bed. I also didn’t like the helm position because the pilot would have to get out of his seat to let out the other person out. It should have been the other way around. This is of course not a criticism of Nick who provides us great content.

“Hi Sharon, thanks for accepting the invite to our boat for the weekend. You and Bob have a cosy double cabin. By cosy, I mean you can lay in bed and hold his hand while he “drops the kids off”. How cute!” … charge me an extra few grand and put the bloody doors in or this one can get in the se… hang on…

Interesting boat and design. However, if I can say it has an atmosphere or air about it, I’d say it is a bit strange feeling. Can’t put my finger on it. Some things I like, like the showers and the “stone” wall. Other things are….um…..unusual, like the strange walls with the sharp angles in the owner’s cabin. And, being very honest, the build quality is lacking, when compared to something like Princess. Not sure where the value is for €6m…..

Now that is really unusual. A pretty layout but I really was wondering about the bedroom besides the master cabin. The toilet in an open room, 1 meter beside the bed? That is no luxury, it is stuffed up space for the sake of having an aditional room. I would have choosen to make this level the entire master cabin instead. That pool on the other hand, damn that is some supreme comfort and hella stylish

I love the idea of this layout, and the quality looks generally stunning (though the exposed Air con trunking in the guest and master cabin lockers didn’t look great), but there are some terrible design decisions here. The cabin with the toilet in it is bedsit-level stuff, even if it is beautifully finished. You’ll need a strong relationship with your SO for the lack of privacy in the master heads. The fact almost every shower door won’t open properly because there’s a toilet in the way. The huge fall hazard from the galley down the stairs, and the lack of outdoor catering. If you look up from the master you’ll see your guests’ undercarriages in the infinity pool (which looks like it’s already about to spill over just sitting still in harbour). And… to control the hot tub you have to be in the master dressing room. Why?! It’s got a load of possibility and it’s certainly interesting. I particularly love the aft saloon, but I think overall it’s a layout miss, personally. Great tour of a fascinating boat though, Nick. Thank you!

I love the layout of this boat but the first thing I would do is put doors on the heads of each cabin. I would have to hire a crew and let them use the guest cabins as they teach me how to run a boat since I don’t know much about it. I’ve driven boats before but only for a few minutes and I don’t want to wind up on another YouTube website called Idiots in Boats!

Ooh, something i dont like about that boat. I think its the high walls in the bedrooms with horizontal windows with the venetian blinds – feels like a 80’s miami apartment or something . The angled curved glass sliding doors feel very dated too.. whole thing feels naff or dated. Not contemporary feeling.. sorry!

Wow, some aspects of this boat are brilliant, but others are just utterly cursed. The overall layout is brilliant, some of the detailing like the sinks is wonderful, but the bathrooms are just stupid and cursed. What’s with the lack of doors? Also, why does the small cabin have no separate heads compartment? The only other time I have seen a toilet in a cabin is in the “crew cabins” on 45-50 foot boats, where said cabin is more of a glorified deck locker, and probably used as such 99% of the time, which is the only place it even comes close to being acceptable. It should be absolutely unacceptable to have that in a guest cabin, especially at this price point. I have literally seen a better en suite in a 33 foot boat. Can’t remember which one, think it was a Targa. At least they had the decency to put tile under the toilet and shower. What makes this especially dumb is that this is completely avoidable. Some slight modification of the owner’s cabin would be all that would be needed to give enough space for a proper heads compartment, and would not compromise the owner’s cabin at all. All that would need to be done is swap the heads and that walk in closet. There, easy. But for some reason, they made the absolutely boneheaded decision to do it this way for no reason. This is open concept taken too far. Open Concept™ absolutely needs to die, and should NEVER be applied to bathrooms. Another weird thing is there’s some space that is just awkward and unuseable. Like the niche aft of the walk in closet in the owner’s cabin.

Meh 🤷‍♂️.. I felt like I was in a car garage. Architectural Brutalism full of sharp edges and concrete. Almost like a Swedish hated Architect went: yupz I can design Interiors! I still got 14 favourite yacht that Nick covered that I am guilty of perusal 10 times over.. I like his pleasing voice, like a friend being over explaining something 😀

What a boat of contrasts, from maybe the best layout of beach club/engines/tender garage I’ve ever seen to definitely the worst design of cabins and toilets since Alcatraz. And wonderful stone and metal effects everywhere, but then horrible laundry ventilation and god knows what else engineering seemingly thrown behind doors. Such a strange machine.

I thought it was a van der valk! Defiantly a copy! Beautifully finished but really compromised! No tv in any of the cabins and no way to have them fitted due to cupboards and design! and a small tv in saloon that is in the oddest place only 3 people can view it from seating that looks like 6 to 8 can sit! And then you have tv on bridge that nobody can see when sitting! It’s the oddest thing I’ve seen on a sub 100 foot yacht! If I’m spending millions I want all my guests to have the full experience so if we are perusal a movie or sports I want everyone sitting comfortably perusal the movie! This is a big yacht with 4 state rooms you want the saloon with big tv that all can see! But that’s just my taste! Without being able to put tv’s in state rooms I’d hate trying to sell it! Every yacht even as small as 50 feet has tv’s in staterooms for guests at night! But absolutely beautiful craftsmanship and layout if only tv’s were done right! Happy sailing all and God bless all 🙏❤ 🛥⚓

I’ve been perusal your articles for a long long time and I have to say I thoroughly enjoy them up until lately I noticed that pretty much the majority of the boats that you’re showing and doing walkthroughs are all multi-million dollar boats and normal people don’t have that kind of money I certainly do not want you to change your format but as a long time subscriber I’m just not interested in your content I’m not interested in a boat that I know I will never be able to afford just a heads up.

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New Northern Marine 57 with 5,000-Mile Range

Northern Marine has just launched its latest 57 pilothouse long-range expedition yacht, designed for an owner-operator to cruise anywhere in the world.

Stuart Archer, the general manager of Northern Marine in Anacortes, Washington, wrote me that the 57, powered by a single 325-hp John Deere, has a range of 5,000 nm at 8.75 knots. The boat holds 2,600 gallons of fuel and burns 4.2 gph at that speed. Top speed is over 10 knots.

Northern Marine has a rich heritage of making commercial fishing boats, working trawlers and long-range expedition yachts. It was bought by Seattle Yachts in 2019, with a fleet now going from the 57 up to 100 feet.

The new 57 is the sixth hull in that line, and it has a two-stateroom, three-head layout, with an additional sleeping area in the settee in the pilothouse. Built for global travel, the 57 has two 17kW generators. An emergency get-home drive powered by one of them will deliver a 5-knot speed. The boat also has bow and stern thrusters.

The large engine room provides easy access to the machinery and also houses a sea-chest, replacing a series of through-hull fittings, to provide water throughout the boat. The sea-chest has a clear Lexan cover on top, above the waterline, for easy inspection and cleaning.

Two overhead cameras monitor all the gauges and systems in the engine room. The fuel filters are mounted above deck on the starboard side for an easy change underway.

The yacht’s aft deck is full width and protected by the overhang from the boat deck. It has a sink and fridge. A weather-tight door leads to the salon, with an L-shaped lounge to starboard, twin chairs and a high-gloss table to port. A flat-screen TV between the chairs can be raised on a power lift to face the galley with a white quartz stone countertop. Extra-large side windows let in lots of natural light.

The gourmet galley is up a step from the salon, and is equipped for a long cruise, with a trash compactor, dishwasher, fridge and other appliances, all with walnut veneer panels. A large pantry is on the port side.

Up two steps, the pilothouse has a four-person, L-shaped settee and a table that convert to a double berth behind the Stidd helm chair. Five fixed windows in front are at a reverse angle to reduce glare and shed water. An on-deck head is on the port side, just aft of a watertight door leading up to the flybridge.

Up top, the flybridge has two Stidd helm chairs, an ice-maker, fridge/freezer, sink and barbeque and unobstructed views forward. The flybridge is protected by a hardtop. The boat deck aft has a 1,500-pound hydraulic Steelhead crane.

The master stateroom is on the main deck under the pilothouse, with a centerline king-sized bed and large en suite head. You reach the guest stateroom via a separate stairway from the pilothouse. It has a walk-around queen bed and an en suite head.

Specs.: LOA: 57’0”; Beam: 17’6”; Draft: 5’10”; Disp.: 135,000 lbs.; Fuel: 2,600 gals.; Water: 420 gals.; Power: 1×325-hp John Deere. Read more:

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