Owning a luxury yacht doesn't have to cost you hundreds of millions. BOAT takes a closer look at five superyachts currently listed for sale for less than five million euros or dollars...
La Joie de Mer
Length: 28.8m
Builder: Jongert
Year: 2005
With a name that translates to "Joy of the Sea", the Dutch-built sailing yacht La Joie de Mer offers proven regatta success combined with a practical yet comfortable onboard layout. Designed by Tony Castro, the 28.8-metre sailing yacht has benefited from several recent upgrades including the completion of her five-year rig survey in 2023 and a full repaint of her hull and superstructure in 2022. Whether sailing or at anchor, guests can make the most of her welcoming Peter Sijm-designed interiors, characterised by warm, honey-coloured teak.
La Joie de Mer is asking $2,350,000 with Northrop & Johnson.
Sounion II
Length: 31.6m
Builder: Benetti
Year: 1969
For those seeking a classic Benetti build, the gentleman's motor yacht Sounion II comprises traditional elegance with a warm and modern interior. Described as "characterful" by her brokers, the 31.6-metre was extensively refitted in 2023 and now boasts a monochrome, subtle Asian-influenced decor from the drawing board of designer Anouska Hempel. The open-plan space on board offers accommodation for up to 10 guests in four cabins, who can enjoy a range of features such as the spacious sundeck which offers panoramic views by day and a cinema set up by night.
Sounion II is asking €2,750,000 with Moravia Yachting.
Norfolk Star
Length: 37m
Builder: Perini Navi
Year: 1996
Famed for her racing history dating back to 1996, schooner Norfolk Star was built by the Italian yard as a proven racer before undergoing a multi-million euro refit in 2020 to transform her into a modern family yacht. An onboard layout of three cabins accommodates up to seven guests including the owner, who has a dedicated full-beam master suite complete with walk-in wardrobe, ensuite with bathtub and a separate study area. Her refreshed interior is notably welcoming, finished in cherry wood and bathed in light thanks to large hull portholes.
Norfolk Star is asking €4,450,000 with Burgess and Northrop & Johnson.
Daydream
Length: 42.7m
Builder: Christensen
Year: 1991
A popular yacht for charter since delivery, the US-built Daydream offers generous accommodation for up to ten guests in five cabins alongside versatile spaces and amenities for all the family. Highlights on board the Howard Apollonio-designed motor yacht include an array of al fresco dining and entertaining areas such as the sundeck (refitted in 2007) which is fitted with a Jacuzzi and outdoor cinema, while the bridge deck is complete with games table and outdoor terrace. She has been extensively maintained, with her most recent works completed in 2022.
Daydream is asking €3,790,000 with Ocean Independence.
Galma
Length: 28.6m
Builder: Wally
Year: 2003
One of four from the Italian yard's 94 models, the carbon-fibre sailing sloop Galma features a taught low profile from Germán Frers and interiors from Luca Bassani, characterised by warm woods and a cream colour palette. She is a proven racer-cruiser, having taken part in some of the world's biggest superyacht regattas under her previous names Y3K and Angel's Share, with multiple victories in the Wally Class. Accommodation on board is for eight guests in four cabins, including a spacious full-beam master cabin situated aft.
Galma is asking €2,200,000 with Edmiston.
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