VASSA, formerly named Drizzle, is a breathtaking 67.3-metre full-custom motor yacht built by the legendary Dutch shipyard Feadship and delivered in 2012, with a comprehensive refit in 2019 and further work since keeping her in near-perfect, charter-ready condition. Commissioned by owners so taken with their previous 55-metre Feadship that they chose to build a larger, entirely bespoke version, she preserves the beauty of the original De Voogt design while extending it by more than 20 per cent, a considerable engineering achievement that retained her classic, light lines. The result is an exceptional yacht with a contemporary yet timeless low-profile exterior, penned by Feadship De Voogt Naval Architects, and a warm, neutral and welcoming contemporary interior by the acclaimed British studio Redman Whiteley Dixon, designed for wide appeal and effortless sociability. Built on a full-displacement steel hull with an aluminium superstructure over three decks, she offers exceptional volume and stability, and is fitted with two Quantum stabilisers, the very latest systems and technology, and characterful details such as LED lighting that makes her stand out beautifully at night. Her design focus on both indoor and outdoor sociability is evident throughout, with an open sundeck, three distinct lounge areas and an informal dining area aft of the bridge deck creating a natural flow between spaces. A clever central staircase facilitates easy guest and crew access all the way up to the sundeck, where a fully-equipped fitness studio enjoys breathtaking views out to sea, alongside generous, well-shaded lounging areas dressed in a soft palette of ivory and white with toffee-brown accents. A highlight of her 2019 refit was a new full-width swim platform that wraps around the sides of the hull and extends further aft, complete with a shower and a retractable, self-washing swim ladder, along with side-opening doors that reveal storage for a wide array of toys, personal watercraft and tenders. Accommodation is arranged for up to 12 guests in five comfortable cabins. The generous owner’s suite occupies the forward section of the main deck, with large windows, a private office area, a walk-in dressing room and an en-suite bathroom, a serene and private retreat. The remaining guest cabins, predominantly located on the lower deck and comprising a mix of double and twin configurations, are each beautifully finished in RWD’s neutral, contemporary style with their own en-suite facilities. A professional crew of up to 18 ensures relaxed, attentive and discreet service throughout. Powered by twin MTU engines, VASSA cruises comfortably at around 12 to 13 knots with a top speed of some 16.5 knots and an impressive range of 5,500 nautical miles, giving her genuine ocean-going capability. She carries a generous selection of water toys, including a waterslide and WaveRunners, for endless fun on the water. Cruising the Mediterranean in summer and the Caribbean in winter, VASSA offers charter guests the rare combination of Feadship pedigree, exceptional volume, warm contemporary style and go-anywhere capability aboard one of the most beautifully built and meticulously maintained yachts of her size on the charter market. Available for charter through Cecil Wright and Partners, VASSA is offered at rates from EUR 595,000 per week plus expenses.
