How many times have you said, “I’ll drop everything and go live on a boat?” Between saying and doing, never more than this time, the sea is in the way. But then again, it is not necessarily necessary to leave the land permanently. We have identified the seven new boats (and watercraft) that may be right for you to spend as much time as possible at sea. In short, seven boats as homes where you won’t lack anything even when you roadstead.
What is your dream “boat-house”?
Boats as houses
Sasga Menorquin 35
We grew fond of this gem during the onboard test, done in Barcelona. A connoisseur’s gem that comes from a yard that keeps well away from the wear and tear of modern boats. The new Menorquin 35 is a vessel. Already this, climbing aboard, is news because there seems to be a lot more space. Other highlights? It is rated for 12 people in Class A, has two cabins and six berths, a generous beam (3.8 meters) and great range. In short, you can go absolutely anywhere on a cruise with this one. Read the article with VIDEO to learn more
Marex 440
When on a Marex you immediately feel the great build quality of these hulls. They are true homes on the water, ideal for living a day as well as a month aboard. The Marex 440 Gourmet Cruiser is among the shipyard’s latest additions and is a 13.7-meter for going to sea year-round. Indoor and outdoor spaces are plentiful, but apart from the bow sundeck tend to be protected. Created by VOM Creations Yacht Design studio and, on the naval architecture side, by Nikl Design and Engineering by Alpha Creations, she will be available in two distinct versions: Gourmet Cruiser and Scandinavian. What changes? The deck layout and the below-deck layout that can sleep up to six and three cabins. Read the full article to learn more
Boats as houses
Northman 1300
Versatile, out of the box, and attractively priced. Designed for cruising with family or friends, it is called the Northman 1300 and is an absolute novelty on the Italian market. It is in fact a trawler with large interior volumes and original deck layout development. Also with both two- and three-cabin layouts, it focuses on abundant space and heights approaching two meters. If desired, two more berths can be had by lowering the dinette table on the main-deck. Total: eight beds. Read the full article to learn more
Siren 48 (also Hybrid)
To really understand this boat you have to get on board. The Sirena 48 (from this year also in hybrid version) we can describe it like this: a yacht to go anywhere without the need for a crew with everything you need to live comfortably on board. The standard of quality on board is very high because Sirena is a shipyard specializing in superyachts and the 48-footer is the “baby” of this shipyard. It is an owner-friendly boat to let go of your moorings and give yourself over to long sailings. Read the full article to learn more
Swift Trawler 54
What more can we tell you about Beneteau’s trawlers? This iconic range from the French shipyard in recent times has undergone a period of major transformation. How do you mean? Since the birth of the Grand Trawler 62, the shipyard has changed some styles, and the brand new Swift Trawler 54 embodies them to perfection. More than a cruiser, she is a globetrotter with deck and flybridge space for exteriors and, more importantly, interiors. The layout includes a full-beam central master and two staterooms (with shared bathroom) plus a crew cabin. Read the full article to learn more
Boats as houses
Balt
This year in Italy, boats from the Balt shipyard appeared and were a great success. They are the Balt 37 Grand and the SunCamper 35. Looking for a first cruising boat, even “without a license”? Of course, you don’t have to have speed ambitions, indeed, but that goes without saying. These two hulls are born for those who want to spend long periods on board without spending an exaggeration and with all in all low running costs. Read the full article to learn more
Nimbus 495 Fly
New 2024 is Nimbus’ latest generation cruising boat. A private island on the sea 15 meters long and 4.6 meters wide, it is a boat for those who want to explore, be at sea a lot without limits and in total comfort. The exteriors are particularly spacious, and this model combines typical trawler features with more modern elements characteristic of a cutting-edge group like Nimbus. Read the full article to learn more
