Classic Sailing Yacht ARABELLA
Classic sailing elegance for 36 guests across New England and the Bahamas
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About Classic Sailing Yacht ARABELLA
ARABELLA is a Palmer Johnson 157 classic sailing yacht offering authentic cruising under canvas for large groups seeking refined escape. Built in 1983, she combines timeless design with practical comfort, accommodating up to 36 guests across 18 cabins arranged as six queens, six doubles, and six singles. Her teak decks and generous sail plan deliver genuine sailing character, not theatrical nostalgia.
The professional crew knows these waters intimately, identifying the finest anchorages and preparing exceptional home-made cuisine throughout your voyage. Whether chartering for family reunions, corporate gatherings, or simply to reconnect with the sea, ARABELLA proves ideal for groups requiring substance alongside style.
Highlights
- •18 cabins sleeping up to 36 guests with flexible berth configurations
- •Professional crew experienced in both Atlantic and Caribbean waters
- •Classic sailing yacht offering authentic wind-powered cruising
- •Integrated water sports including paddle boards, snorkelling gear, and kayaks
The Charter Experience
Summer seasons see ARABELLA working the New England coastline, where cool breezes and rocky coves provide dramatic contrast to winter. As autumn approaches, she transits to the Bahamas, where warm waters, protected anchorages, and excellent snorkelling define the season. Charter logistics centre on Nassau, with itineraries tailored to your group's preferences and pace. The ship carries paddle boards, snorkelling gear, and kayaks to extend your time beyond the deck, whilst your private stateroom offers genuine respite from days spent exploring islands and shallow waters.
Suggested Itinerary
A typical Bahamas charter departs Nassau and explores the shallow banks to the south, where turquoise waters permit excellent snorkelling and kayaking. Subsequent days visit the Exuma Cays, taking in Thunderball Grotto and the swimming pigs at Pig Beach, before a final passage to the remote Eleuthera islands. Alternative routings focus on the Berry Islands or longer passages to Andros for serious seclusion.
Specifications
47.0 m
18
36
Monohull
1983
9 kn
6
