Weekly Pricing by Season

Holiday Rate
$150,000

+ 35% APA

Seasonal Rate
$135,000

+ 35% APA 

Far Niente

130 Westport

Built in 2014 and refit in 2017, Far Niente is a 130' Westport yacht complete with luxurious accommodates for 10 charter guests. There are five well-appointed staterooms complete with a full entertainment system and the ability to convert one of the twin stateroom to a king. This luxurious motor yacht spends winters in the Caribbean and is available for charter in the 2018/2019 season.

  • A/C
  • 5 Cabins
  • 10 Max Guests
  • 7 Heads
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130' | 26'2" | 6'7"

  • Twin MTU/DDC 12V 4000 | 2895 HP
  • Description

    About Far Niente

    Master Stateroom:

    Main Deck, forward: Centerline king bed facing aft with two nightstands, dresser, vanity with mirror, safe, and his-and her-walk-in closets. The ensuite features a private head and bidet locker, a spacious shower, and twin sinks. Entertainment center with 42” Blu-ray TV, DVD/CD, iPod dock, and surround sound. There is a study adjacent to the Master Stateroom.

    VIP Stateroom (1):

    Midships, lower deck to port: Centerline king bed with two night stands, dresser, safe, and closet. The en-suite features a head and bidet, twin sinks and a shower. The entertainment center has a 32” Blu-ray TV, DVD/CD, iPod dock, and surround sound. 

    VIP Stateroom (2):

    Midships, lower deck to starboard: Centerline king bed with two night stands, dresser, safe, and closet. The en-suite features a head and bidet, twin sinks and a shower. The entertainment center has a 32” Blu-ray TV, DVD/CD, iPod dock, and surround sound.

    Twin Guest Stateroom (1):

    Midships, lower deck to port: Two single beds with nightstand, dresser, and closet. The ensuite features a head, sink, and a shower. The entertainment center has a 26” Blu-ray TV, DVD/CD, iPod dock, and surround sound.

    Twin Guest Stateroom (2):

    Midships, lower deck to starboard: two single beds with nightstand, dresser, and closet. The ensuite features a head, sink, and a shower. The entertainment center has a 26” Blu-ray TV, DVD/CD, iPod dock, and surround sound.

    Note: One of the twin guest staterooms can convert to a 4th King if so desired.

    Detailed Specs

    • 10
    • 5
    • 4
    • 1
    • 7
    • 6
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    Boat Layouts

  • Recreation

    Toys

    • 2018 32’ Scout tender with twin 300hp w/head
    • Tender rigged for offshore fishing/trolling, w/casting poles
    • 2016 17’ AB Nautilus DLX inflatable dinghy w/hard btm (Seats 10)
    • Dinghy equipped w/115hp Yamaha engine and ski pole
    • 2 Seadoo Spark 2-seater 900cc
    • 1 Stand Up Paddleboard
    • 2 Elliptical Stand Up Paddleboards
    • 1 Wake Board
    • 1 Towable Tube
    • Water Ski’s for adults and children, and slalom
    • Knee Board
    • Snorkel Gear
    • Beach Setup (BBQ, cabana, chairs, tables, football, bocci, frisbee)
    • Extensive Fishing gear 
    • Board Games
    • 1 Floating Maui Mat Raft
    • 3 Hobi Mirage drive kayaks (two double, one single)
    • 8 Yoga mats, BowFlex select free weights 
    • Elliptical trainer
    • Rendezvous diving only

    Entertainment

    • Salon TV
    • Satellite TV
    • Kaleidescope entertainment system with 200+ movie server
    • BBQ
    • VSAT Constant Wireless Internet
  • Crew

    Crew

    Captain: Jason Bacon

    British 

    Previous Yachts: M/Y SMERALDA (253ft) Dubai and Worldwide itinerary, M/Y ONE OFF (201ft), M/Y One More Toy (157ft)

    Jason started his life on the water at the age of 5 racing small sailing dinghies. After racing for a number of years he taught these skills at the Olympic sailing school in Wales. At the school, he passed his Master of Yachts unlimited and with such credentials was able to join the Americas Cup Yacht, Stars & Stripes. With a passion for travel, working on superyachts seemed a natural progression. Since then he has worked on multiple yachts and has 17 years of experience in the industry. 

    As a captain, he oversees every aspect of the yacht’s operations ensuring safety at all times and a comfortable cruising experience. He is adept at crew relations, continually maintaining a strong team environment to create the most memorable and service-oriented experience for the guests.

    Jason would like to take this opportunity to welcome you aboard M/Y Far Niente and introduce you to the rest of the crew:

    Hobbies include: free diving, Wake Boarding, Sailing and kayaking

    1st Mate: Quentin Wilson

    South African

    Brought up near the water, Quentin found his passion for the ocean at a young age and followed his goal to work and live on the water. He has over four years’ experience in the boat building industry having worked for Fanatix in Cape Town, South Africa. Quentin is a keen and experienced diver, completing dives in the Caribbean, Pacific, and Mediterranean.

    Hobbies: Scuba diving, Spear Fishing, Motorcross and Motorsport

    Chef: Simon Brown

    Australian

    Previous Yachts: S/Y Irelanda, M/Y Rahil

    Simon is from Melbourne, Australia. He has been working as a chef for over 20 years in some of Australia’s premiere restaurant’s and his cooking covers a broad range of cuisines, with a strong focus on client satisfaction. While not from a yachting background he has worked in the industry for a number of years on both sail and motor yachts and has developed a real passion for the sea.

    Hobbies: Diving, Mountain Biking, Reading

    Chief Stewardess: Chelsea Dwyer

    American

    Previous Private/Charter Yachts: M/Y Sea Bear (126ft) S/Y Knickerbocker (120ft)

    Chelsea was born in Massachusetts and later moved to Wisconsin where she grew up. After attending Ripon College and completing her degree in biology and environmental studies, Chelsea moved to sunny Florida to begin her career in yachting. Coming from a long line of seafarers, both her father and grandfather being yacht captains, a career on the water had always been in mind. Chelsea has extensively cruised the Bahamas, Caribbean, and the New England Coast over the past 8 years, exploring each port with a passion.

    She strives to make guests happy by providing the best quality service and experience for them. She offers the highest standards in all aspects of the interior and service. Chelsea is always eager to assist you in every way and to ensure the best yacht vacation possible.

    Hobbies: Reading, hiking, yoga, exploring new places and meeting new people.

    2nd Stewardess: Melanie Hittrich 

    Canadian 

    Previous Yachts: M/Y Tsalta 

    Melanie is a Business School graduate from beautiful rainy Vancouver, Canada. She is fairly new to the yachting world, beginning less than one year ago, but has been in the hospitality industry her entire working life and thrives in excellent customer service. Being able to combine her love for traveling the world and creating unforgettable guest experiences, makes her a valuable crewmember as Second Stew onboard M/Y Far Niente. 

    Hobbies: Hiking, yoga, shopping, traveling, fine dining and wine tasting

    Deck/Stew: Jessica Rowe

    British

    Previous Yachts: M/Y Megan and S/Y Irelanda

    Jessica was brought up in the English countryside in Hampshire and was schooled at a Naval College in Berkshire, Pangbourne, before studying Hospitality at Oxford Brookes University. From a young age, Jessica has had a passion for outdoor adventure and has traveled to various countries to explore adrenaline-fueled activities. Before yachting Jessica has worked in a broad range of professions, some of which include; gymnastics coaching, sports photography and chalet cook/hostess.

    Jessica is new to the yachting industry having started less than a year ago, however, is keen to gain knowledge and experience over time, and to make everyone’s experience a memorable one onboard Far Niente.

    Hobbies: Sailing, Windsurfing, Rowing, Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking, Gliding, Camping, Cooking, and Photography

    Chief Engineer: Stephen Eyssen

    South African 

    Previous Yachts: M/Y Sycara V M/Y Sovereign

    Stephen was born in the Cape Winelands and grew up in the small coastal town of Stillbay. He loves and respects the ocean, surfing, and sailing from a young age. Stephen was schooled and apprenticed in boat building and elements of yachting design and gained valuable knowledge and skills working for well-known companies. After his studies Stephen started his yachting career, eventually going to sea as an engineer in the superyacht industry. He has now been sailing in waters like the Bahamas, Caribbean, Florida/West Coast USA/Alaska/Canada, Mediterranean, and Indian Ocean/East Coast, South Africa for the last four years and currently upholds his MCA Y4 engineering license. As Chief Engineer onboard M/Y Far Niente, Stephen performs daily operations and maintenance for the safety of the vessel and smooth sailing.

    Hobbies: Surfing, sailing, snorkeling/diving, wakeboarding, downhill skating, wine tasting, traveling and exploring.

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