QM of London by Benetti: better than ever

Considered to be the finest yacht in the Benetti “Golden Bay” series, QM of London is a 49.90 metre motor yacht built and launched by Benetti Shipyard in 1998. Back on the charter market following various refits over the years (2006, 2013, 2015), QM of London is looking better than ever.

Unique, Private, Exhilarating

Built to the highest standards by the Italian shipyard Benetti in 2006, the 49,9m luxury motor yacht QM of London represents a fantastic charter yacht belonging to the beautiful Benetti Golden Bay series. QM of London received various refits over the years (2006, 2013, 2015), keeping her in an immaculate shape, always offering only the best to her guests.

QM of London has a unique seven-cabin layout, rarely seen on charter yachts. The accommodation is divided into one deluxe full-beam owner’s suite, two gorgeous VIP suites and four elegant guest cabins (1 double, 2 twin) making the yacht highly versatile, for groups of friends, families or guests bringing additional staff.

The spectacular Owner’s suite runs the entire width of the top deck. It features large ensuite, walk-in wardrobe and two lounge areas and a 43 inch plasma TV. Extra privacy through full black-out screens or sliding opaque panels. The lower deck has 4 guest cabins, one single/standard double bed and three twins. On the main deck are 2 elegant VIP staterooms with queen size beds. Each cabin boasts an ensuite bath or shower-room.

QM of London saw an extensive refit in winter 2014/15 including new bulbous bow for smoother cruising, upgraded IT/AV network, new joinery, soft furnishings and furniture, and a refit of the galley including all-new equipment. High speed internet and Bang and Olufsen AV systems were fitted throughout the yacht with exceptional sound clarity. Each cabin and exterior area has its own iPad and B&O remote for ease of control.

Moreover, the interiors were fully refitted with bespoke Ben Whistler furniture, oak finishings (lined, pippy and burled) and Terry O’Neill prints. Versatile exterior deck spaces include dining options for 12, al fresco cinema, sundeck gym, Jacuzzi, bar with lounge area and vast sunpads.

The outstanding QM of London crew includes a passionate chef, masseuse/beauty therapist and qualified yoga instructor for indulgence, as well as kitesurfing, hoverboard and Flyboard instructors for the sporty. The yacht is also an accredited RYA centre so guests can receive training on all watersports equipment onboard.

To top it all off, QM of London comes with a brand new 10m Scorpion chase tender and an arsenal of water toys including a 5.7m waterslide, paddleboards, jetskis, jet board, Seabobs and a Flyboard.

”The 2014/15 refit was born out of both the Owner’s and my wish to restore QM of London to an “as new” standard and cement her reputation as a premier charter yacht in the industry,” Says Captain Craig Martin. “We are extremely pleased with the results and will continue to do everything we can to ensure we exceed the expectations of our guests. Keep an eye out for QM of London over the summer and for more upgrades over the 2015/16 winter.”

Available September 2015 in the East Mediterranean through the Yacht Company. 

Asking price : from 160 000 € per week.

Super yacht Stella Maris for sale with Burgess

The magnificent Stella Maris is the latest high profile addition to the Burgess sales fleet.

At 72.1 metres and 2,114 gross tonnes, Stella Maris is the largest custom superyacht to date from the young Italian yard Viareggio Superyachts (VSY).

A villa style yacht

Built by Viareggio Superyachts and ready for immediate delivery to a new owner, Stella Maris is a state-of-the-art superyacht with a striking, masculine profile and an impressive volume.

With an exterior design by Espen Øino, interior by Michela Reverberi and naval architecture by Laurent Giles Naval Architects, the brief for the project was to create a villa style yacht that would be home in any location.

Stella Maris’ lines are radical to some degree, barely hinting at the split deck arrangement of her interior, but instantly proclaiming the supremacy of glass. The idea, says Øino, was to ‘hit the perfect balance between form and function, innovation and technology, comfort and aesthetics’. Her bold, masculine hull colour, DuPont Metallic Grey, balances the height of the topsides with the off-white superstructure.

Stella Maris’ split-deck interior allows for an exceptionally high 2.7m ceiling in the guest areas, creating an unprecedented sense of space that is exacerbated by floor-to-ceiling, soundproofed glass windows. Michela Reverberi’s consciously uncluttered, contemporary interior helps to emphasise the light and space and has plenty of scope for personalisation by a new owner.

The interior design is the work of Michela Reverberi who has created a clean, refined atmosphere using natural stones, high quality fabrics and rare woods. To reinforce the link with nature and the feeling of a villa, it was important for VSY to include a living garden on board. A space aft of the main deck, which extends from the main salon to the upper deck salon, on the starboard side accommodates various plant life.

Stella Maris can accommodate 14 guests in seven cabins. The forward part of Stella Maris‘ main deck is given over to the guest suites: four doubles and two twins. Almost identical in layout, their differences lie mainly in the choice of furnishings and fabrics.

Above the bridge is the owner’s private deck which includes an 88 sqm apartment, a private terrace and sunbathing area with sofas. The owners can enjoy complete privacy as well as an unblemished view of the horizon from the bed!

The lower deck features a beach club aft, which is adjacent to a teak finished garage, which houses custom open and limo tenders. When the garage is not in use, the space extends the beach club area to a total of 164sqm.

Such a full volume yacht surprisingly has its quiet spaces – the best a hidden area on the top deck. Here, forward of the drama of two pools and the helideck is a semi-sheltered oasis, with huge lounges embraced by the stylist mast base.

“The ideal owner for Stella Maris would be someone who loves understated elegance, exclusivity and luxury. Somebody with a real love for the sea and respects the environment,” says VSY director Cristiana Longarini.

Stella Maris is the perfect retreat at the top of the world. The outstanding Stella Maris has been listed for sale by Burgess. Asking price: 75 000 000 €.

Illusion V superyacht by Benetti

Completed and launched earlier this year, the Illusion V superyacht is a 58m four-decked steel and aluminium displacement motor yacht built at Benetti’s Livorno shipyard with exterior styling and interior design by Green & Mingarelli.

Exterior Design

The exterior styling and furnishings are the work of the talented designer duo Green & Mingarelli who worked closely with the Benetti in house team to create what can only be described as a masterpiece of design and one of the most impressive yachts to come out of the Benetti yard to date.

When stepping on board the Illusion V superyacht, guests are greeted on the spacious Main Aft Deck which offers a vast U-shaped sofa/ seating area with large coffee table and comfortable lounge chairs, alongside which there is a full bar.

Aft there is a wonderful beach area with full bar that is fitted out to the same high standards of the interior and exterior guest areas. The beach club area offers discreet yet easy access to the tender garage and watersports equipment which can be launched via a lateral hull door.

The Illusion V superyacht also features an outstanding Upper and Sun deck, ideal for both informal and formal entertaining.

The Upper deck offers dining for 14, a full bar and deep full width built in sofas for lounging across the aft end. The adjacent saloon is an enormous area. Full width, it offers spectacular views, a full bar, three deep sofas, a 75” TV, and a smaller, more casual dining table for six.

The Sun deck  is one of the most impressive decks to be found on a yacht of this size. Forward lies the impressive pebble lined pool with surrounding sunbeds and full bar, barbeque and a large low level lounging/ dining area, all of which is protected by the surrounding glass windbreak screen.

Centrally located is the indoor/outdoor Veranda  area which can be either fully or partially closed and air conditioned or fully open to connect both forward and aft areas as one. The covered Veranda offers dining for 12 and a 72” daylight non-reflective TV.

Easily deployable umbrellas offer shade when required both forward and aft.

Interior Design

For the Illusion V superyacht, Green & Mingarelli have created a magnificent interior and the theme throughout is dominated by a rose emblem, which has been incorporated in the stone, leather panels, fabrics and woodwork along with the Lalique crystal inlays.

Upon entry into the Illusion V superyacht, guests are welcomed by plush seating area and separate dining area. This area also boasts a full bar. Here, guests can enjoy breathtaking views thanks to the lowered exterior bulwarks and full height windows which run the entire length of the lounge area.

On the lower deck forward of the engine room, the Illusion V superyacht, boasts five guest staterooms comprising a full width VIP, a further double cabin and three twin cabins (one with a Pullman berth), all of which are ensuite. There is also a further convertible twin cabin / movie room on the upper deck adjacent to the upper saloon.

In total the Illusion V superyacht is able to offer flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 15 berths.

The Illusion V superyacht features an outstanding VIP suite. Its layout takes full advantage of almost eleven meters of beam. The spectacular bathroom is placed parallel to the vessels side, offering a priceless view from oversized rectangular hull portholes.

But our heartstopper is Illusion V superyacht‘s Owner Suite. It comprises a private lounge/movie area, full width cabin with king sized bed and 75” HD TV, ‘his and hers’ dressing rooms and adjoining full width ‘his and hers’ bathroom. The latter is entirely finished in white Onyx throughout including solid Onyx basins, bath, and shower.

Just one of the many details that make Illusion V so special are the custom finished pale rose gold faucet, which can be found in all the guest bathrooms on board. Another characteristic of the Owner’s suite, is the movie room located forward of the main saloon that can be converted into a double stateroom with ease or simply used as a small saloon/ private relaxing area.

The beautiful Illusion V superyacht has an European owner, who reportedly intends to use her privately, as well as making it available for charter. 

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