Owning a luxury yacht doesn't have to cost you hundreds of millions. BOAT takes a closer look at five standout superyachts currently listed for sale for less than €5 million, including the yacht formerly owned by American singer-songwriter Billy Joel...
Francesca
Length: 31.1m
Builder: Cerri Cantieri Navali
Year: 2018
Francesca was built under the Cerri Cantiere Navali brand (now owned by Baglietto) and is unmistakable thanks to a striking gold-and-brown exterior by Tommaso Spadolini. Accommodation is across four cabins including an owner's suite elevated with abstract artwork, a VIP suite and two double cabins. An eye-watering top speed of 40 knots and storage for a Williams Jet Tender are also well worth noting. According to the broker, Francesca has only been used privately and has recently completed her five-year survey.
Francesca is asking €4,500,000 with IYC.
Famiglia
Length: 25.2m
Builder: Azimut
Famiglia belongs to the Magellano 25 Metri series, characterised by retro-styled windows and Ken Freivokh's "chic and sophisticated" exterior lines. A fully glazed superstructure results in a penthouse-style master suite overlooking the sea, while the remaining three cabins reside on the lower deck. The bow area is another highlight, well set up for warm weather cruising with sofas that can be converted into sunbeds. Meanwhile, the sundeck provides two tiers of lounging with additional sunbeds, a bar aft, al fresco dining and a retractable sunroof for partial shade.
Famiglia is asking €4,200,000 with Ocean Independence.
Miss Sarah J
Length: 29m
Builder: Inace
This Brazilian-built explorer-style yacht was delivered in 2003 and owned by American rockstar owner Billy Joel from 2008, where she was refitted specifically to undertake long voyages. Miss Sarah J features a helipad that can cater to a Robinson-style helicopter, a range of 5,000 nautical miles and a low fuel consumption of 90 litres an hour. Accommodation is across four cabins, including a master cabin with a desk and lounge area. There is further complement for three crew.
Miss Sarah J is asking €3,500,000 with Ocean Independence.
Nightflower
Length: 35m
Builder: Codecasa
The broker has called Nightflower a "shining example of classic Italian design", delivered in 1987 and meticulously maintained since – with the most recent refits conducted in 2019, 2020, and 2021. Accommodation is across five cabins, including a spacious master suite on the main deck. Highlights include a well-equipped gym, a sundeck with loungers and sunpads and a range of water toys, including a 2021 SACS outboard tender. She is also an "exceptionally versatile" host, able to house up to 30 guests for quayside events.
Nightflower is asking €3,300,000 with Fraser.
Victory
Length: 31.1m
Builder: Numarine
Victory belongs to the shipyard's highly-successful 102 RPH range with a bi-colour exterior sure to attract attention while on the water. Accommodation is across five cabins, including an owner's suite positioned forward of the main deck for prime visibility. The main saloon is Victory's social hub, benefitting from the increased volume given by the model's pilothouse design and well-illuminated by oversized windows. Her flybridge has a four-person Jacuzzi, a bar and ample seating, a feature that makes her the "perfect charter yacht", according to the broker.
Victory is asking €3,950,000 with Northrop & Johnson.
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