Sanlorenzo of Pesaro, Italy, builds semi-custom motor yachts to a standard of artisanal finish that distinguishes it from higher-volume producers in the same size range. The yard annual output is deliberately limited, ensuring that each vessel receives the level of handcraft attention that makes a Sanlorenzo identifiable among more production-oriented peers. Interior design collaborations with leading Italian architects have given the brand a strong following among discerning private and charter owners.
The Leeward Islands provide a backdrop that complements the Sanlorenzo aesthetic. The Italian artisanal sensibility of the brand finds a natural counterpart in the French cultural character of Guadeloupe and Martinique, while the variety of anchorages across the chain, from the historic English Harbour on Antigua to the wild marine reserves of Dominica, suits a vessel designed to be used attentively rather than pushed across maximum mileage.
Sanlorenzo charter yachts in the Leeward Islands typically range from 40,000 to 200,000 euros per week depending on vessel size and the specification of the individual build. The advance provisioning allowance, covering fuel, food, port dues and drinks, adds approximately 30 percent to the base rate. December through April carries the highest charter rates.
From a Leeward base, most Sanlorenzo charters work either the northern circuit through Antigua, St Barts and St Martin or the southern arc through Guadeloupe, the Saintes and Dominica, with a two-week programme able to combine both circuits into a comprehensive view of the entire chain.
