The yacht auction market is evolving. What was once considered an unconventional sales method is now gaining credibility among superyacht owners and yacht brokers as a transparent, time-efficient alternative to traditional brokerage.
Boathouse Auctions is at the forefront of this shift. In 2026 alone, the company has successfully sold six yachts at auction, with its seventh auction event now underway. The auction model offers sellers a structured, deadline-driven process that complements - rather than competes with - traditional yacht brokerage. All auctions are conducted in collaboration with the yacht's central agent, ensuring a cooperative approach that benefits both sellers and buyers.
For owners of rare and distinctive assets, the appeal of a competitive, transparent bidding process is clear. Erik Vonk, owner of the 45.6-metre expedition yacht Scintilla Maris, sees auctions as a natural fit for the superyacht market, drawing parallels with other high-value asset classes. "For rare, valuable assets - such as museum-quality art, collection-worthy automobiles, jewellery and other investment-grade, one-off items - an auction is the market mechanism of choice for an acquisition or a sale," he says. "Over the years, orchestrated bidding processes have evolved in the worlds of exclusive real estate, company mergers and acquisitions and yachting."
With a range of yachts heading to auction in November 2026, here's what's on offer.
Scintilla Maris
LOA: 45.6m
Builder: Damen Maaskant
Online bidding date: 5 November 2026
Opening bid: No reserve auction - selling to the highest bidder
Custom-built in 2023 using a recycled trawler hull originally built by the same yard in 1989, Scintilla Maris is a go-anywhere explorer yacht commissioned for seasoned yachtsman Erik Vonk. She features state-of-the-art technology in hybrid propulsion, navigation equipment and vessel management systems.
With a dynamic positioning system, Polar Code compliance and a 14,000-nautical-mile range, Scintilla Maris combines expedition capability with the amenities of a superyacht. Highlights include a large beach club with a lounge area and outdoor bar, multiple shaded areas and an outdoor cinema.
Scintilla Maris will be on display at this year's Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) and will auction in collaboration with listing broker Rob Vermilye of Burgess.
Brandi Wine
LOA: 34.7m
Builder: Hargrave Custom Yachts
Online bidding date: 10 November 2026
Opening bid: $1.6 million
Built in 2009 in GRP, Brandi Wine is a 223GT yacht with a 7.4-metre beam. Interior design by Shelley Yacht Interiors creates a welcoming environment for up to 10 guests across four cabins - a master suite, VIP cabin, one twin cabin and one cabin that can be configured as either twin or double.
Brandi Wine is perfect for active guests. She features an impressive toybox, including jet skis, Seabobs, inflatable paddleboards, water skis, a wakeboard, snorkelling equipment, a towable tube, floating lounge equipment, a beach setup and a 2018 38' Fountain tender with triple outboards.
After an active day, guests can unwind with the Jacuzzi, wet bar and cinema on the flybridge. With a two-metre draught, twin Caterpillar 1400hp engines and Naiad zero-speed stabilisation, Brandi Wine is ideal for charters in the Bahamas and South Florida, where she is currently based.
Brandi Wine will auction in collaboration with listing broker Cameron Kirkconnell of Ikonic Yachts.
Picosa Lady
LOA: 31.4m
Builder: West Bay Sonship
Online bidding date: 11 November 2026
Opening bid: No reserve auction - selling to the highest bidder
Built in 2001, Picosa Lady is a semi-displacement yacht constructed in fibreglass. She features a proven hull design and engineering by Jack Sarin, combined with a stylish interior by Glade Johnson Interiors. With a long-range capability and a shallow 1.8-metre draught, she is ideal for island and coastal cruising.
At 180GT, Picosa Lady accommodates up to eight guests across four en suite cabins, including a king cabin, two queens and a twin. The master suite spans the full 7.3-metre beam and features his-and-hers bathrooms with marble finishes and a double-entry steam shower. Separate quarters are available for four crew.
The interior showcases Northwestern carpentry throughout, along with a full-beam saloon, formal dining for eight with upholstered seating and a country kitchen with an open layout, curved seating and six windows for natural light.
Exterior spaces include an aft deck lounge with seating and dining for eight, a bar with sink, ice maker and refrigerator, weather protection paneling and a TV. A curved staircase leads to the swim platform, where guests can enjoy dips in the sea and watersports. The sundeck offers table seating for eight, a four-stool bar with a sink and wine cooler, two chest freezers, a high-capacity ice maker, a hardtop with an optional extended soft bimini, sunpads over the moulded Jacuzzi area and a centre flybridge helm.
Picosa Lady will auction in collaboration with listing broker Michael Strassel of HMY Yacht Sales.
Koukles
LOA: 29.9m
Builder: Azimut
Online bidding date: 4 November 2026
Opening bid: No reserve auction - selling to the highest bidder
Built in GRP in 2008, Koukles has been well maintained over the years. A complete repaint in 2017 refreshed her sporty silhouette, designed by Stefano Righini Design with interiors by Carlo Galeazzi. Her twin Caterpillar 1,800hp engines underwent a thorough overhaul in 2021, propelling her to a top speed of 24 knots and a cruising speed of 20 knots, and a new teak deck was installed in 2024.
With a 6.8-metre beam and 162GT, Koukles offers spacious accommodation for nine guests across four cabins, with separate quarters for six crew. The sundeck is a standout feature, complete with a Jacuzzi, sunpads, a bar and comfortable seating for enjoying ocean views. Alternatively, guests can head for the foredeck with large subpads and lounge seating or down to the swim platform for activities in the water. These attributes - paired with her superb captain with excellent local knowledge and connections, and professional chef with over 20 years’ experience - have made her a successful charter yacht.
Koukles will auction in collaboration with listing broker Costas Dimopoulos of IYC.
Well Done
LOA: 25.6m
Builder: Burger Boat
Online bidding date: 12 November 2026
Opening bid: No reserve auction - selling to the highest bidder
The owner and captain of Well Done share a long-term relationship spanning over 20 years. Designed by Don O'Keefe, the motor yacht combines classic design with modern upgrades following a comprehensive two-year refit.
This included a complete systems and aesthetic overhaul. A new Garmin electronics suite was installed, alongside upgraded AV equipment and new televisions throughout. She was also fully repainted, while the interior received re-upholstered furnishings, re-varnished woodwork, new flooring and custom linens.
The social hub is her flybridge, where guests can enjoy panoramic views, relax on the spacious aft deck or gather around the dining table for al fresco meals. Inside, the saloon provides a cosy retreat for evenings in, while the aft dining area benefits from abundant natural light. Forward, the open galley features adjacent seating, offering a 'chef's table' experience for guests who enjoy being part of the culinary action.
Guest accommodation is arranged across four cabins, including a master suite positioned amidships, accessed via a private staircase from the saloon and spanning the yacht's full 6.2-metre beam.
Available to view by appointment during a two-day open house that coincides with the FLIBS, Well Done will auction in collaboration with listing broker Jerry Gilpin of One Water Yacht Group.
Also at auction will be the 24-metre Ocean Alexander Jusmad, on display at FLIBS and listed for sale with HMY Yacht Sales; the 21.3-metre Johnson Indigo, listed with Gilman Yachts, which has never been owned or used and will also be on display at FLIBS; and the 12.8-metre Buddy Davis Tales N Ales, listed with HMY Yacht Sales. Coming to auction soon will be a 29-metre 1996 Derecktor, in collaboration with Northrop & Johnson.
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