Feadship DeVries Yacht for Sale

CETACEA is arguably one of the finest classic Feadships ever built and her current availability presents an opportunity to enjoy a proven world cruising yacht which has been all around the globe. Her Dutch pedigree and resulting quality continue to make her one of the most sought after Feadships over the past 50 years.  Benefitting from owners who provided constant maintenance and upgrades, she remains in excellent condition. Her current owner is the most recent Commodore of the New York Yacht Club. In that cherished role, CETACEA has been at the head of the fleet for many events exuding an unparalleled level of class, strength and classic beauty. CETACEA has also served as the perfect mothership for the owner's vintage 12 Meter sloop rigged racing program.  The two vessels pair up beautifully and the combined history between the two of them is astounding.  During the past seven years she has had major upgrades including an $8M+ refit in New Zealand in 2014 and subsequent annual upgrades of $3M+ over the past three years. Detailed information on recent refit work is available upon request.  

CETACEA has incredible range, a broad powerful bow, and a unique design that provides incredible strength and seaworthiness while turning every head in the harbor. Some of her notable accolades include a multi-year circumnavigation of the globe during her time as Queen of Diamonds from 1996-2000, and an additional multi year voyage to New Zealand, through the Pacific, and back to the USA, as Alchemy in 2014-2016.

Historical Names
She was originally built as Intent in 1970 and then renamed Gillian, Spellbound, Cassair, Bugler, Limit Bid II, Queen of Diamonds and Alchemy.

World Tour as Queen of Diamonds
During her years as Queen of Diamonds, she was outfitted to undertake a world cruise under the command of Captain Ian van der Watt, which was described in his book "Queen of Diamonds - World Cruising".  During that cruise from March of 1996 to March of 2000, she covered 58,000 nautical miles and visited the following in order:

Fort Lauderdale - Caribbean - Palma - France - Italy - Turkey - Suez Canal and Aden - Mombasa - Tanzania - Madagascar - Seychelles - Thailand - Malaysia - Singapore - Indonesia - Australia - New Zealand - Fiji - Tonga - Tahiti - Panama - Cabo San Lucas - San Diego - Fort Lauderdale - Scandinavia - Portugal - Cape Town - Fort Lauderdale

ACCOMMODATIONS

Master Stateroom - Located on the lower Deck Forward - It is furthest forward (mid-Ship) in the guest cabin area where you come to the entrance of the the 145 square foot, full beam Master Cabin, with large a king sized bed and full length port holes. The starboard side of the master has an office area with a wide wooden desk and a 32" widescreen television on the aft wall. Her port side has 3 ceiling-to-floor wardrobes with hanging space, offering generous storage. The bathroom has his & hers sinks plus a huge multi functional shower measuring 6 x 4 feet, which can be used as a steam room with the touch of a button.

VIP Stateroom - Located on Lower Deck Midship - This stateroom has a Queen Size Bed (57"x79") and is Aft of the Master Cabin. The VIP double cabin is 55 square foot. The VIP has a large wardrobe with hanging space, an aft facing queen bed and a 24" wide screen television. The bathroom is a spacious powder room with a wide connecting shower. A trundle bed also pulls out from underneath Queen bed.

(Two) Twin Staterooms - Located on the Lower Deck Aft - The aft lower deck passageway takes you to two (2) similar style, ensuite Twin Cabins, featurin a combined (4) four single beds (35"x79"), two in each cabin. These quarters are 55 square feet of luxury filled with natural light. The full length port holes offer scenic views while both cabins have forward facing beds, night stands, bed lamps and spacious wardrobes with hanging storage. Both have similar spacious ensuite bathrooms and connecting showers. 

These total accommodations comfortably sleep up to 9 guests total while the crew accommodations provide up to 8 crew.

CETACEA's layout and functionality are two of her greatest features.  She has numerous spaces where owners and guests can interact together or find a spot to relax alone.  It makes life on board more enjoyable when you have areas to spread out if needed or to enjoy the different activities throughout the day with the rest of the guests.  

Flybridge
The upper flybridge has a fiberglass hard top with a full enclosure of high quality flexible plexiglass. This allows it to be open for fresh air or to be closed down to heat or cool depending on the weather and guest preferences.  This large space has the main helm and bridge controls forward with an amazing  360 degree view. It has built-in dining tables after on both sides, with seating for 8-10. This is one of the most  popular spots onboard at all times.  

Bridge Aft Deck
Aft of the flybridge is a huge deck with full-beam seating along the aft railing. The current owners have transformed this entire area into a great workable space with custom teak buffet’s featuring a built-in BBQ, Ice Machine, Wet-Bar, storage, etc. It is perfectly suited for large parties, sunbathing, or just watching the world pass by. In travel mode this deck also holds multiple tenders and toys. There is a huge sunshade which can be quickly deployed from the aft potion of the hard top, which add even more versatility to this incredible platform.

Lower Aft Deck
The lower aft dining area on the main deck can also be fully enclosed with additional high quality flexible plexiglass windows. They are so well made, they are like having actual glass windows but have the versatility to open this area up, or keep it closed down for heating or air conditioning.  The aft deck also features a new custom teak dining table for 8 -10 guests. There are also beautiful teak arm chairs, a pair of buffets, storage cabinets, and a drop-down console on the port side which makes this a favorite breakfast and dinner spot.  

Main Salon
The interior main salon is stunning with a full bar on the aft starboard side and comfortable sofa and chairs seating area in front of the dual bookcases which balance out both sides of the forward salon wall.  This area is commonly used by guests who want to read or relax and is also popular for cocktails when the weather is not agreeable.  

Formal Dining Room
CETACEA’s formal dining room is all the way forward in the deckhouse, past the galley and up near the the bow.  It's a very traditional room which the owners have designed and built-in custom storage for all of the glass, china and silverware on board. This space is great for anyone during the daytime who wants privacy or needs to spread out paperwork or who needs a quiet place for a tele-conference.  It features a large traditional mahogany dining table and chairs.

Owners Office/Study
Just forward of the main salon is a study room with a large desk and wine storage.  A lush sofa bed easily converts this into an additional sleeping area for a nanny or as optional privacy. Just forward of the Study is an elegant powder room.  

Cockpit
The cockpit is huge and is great for accessing the tenders and toys or for getting big groups on and off the yacht while at anchor. It is also where guests can enjoy some fishing or diving off the swim platform and is where some guests typically enjoy an evening cigar. She has centerline double doors in the transom which make it the preferred boarding place while at anchor.  Her huge swim platform allows tenders the best access to drop off and pick up guests in unstable seas.  

Broker Comments
Personal viewing of CETACEA is encouraged and will show you a beautiful yacht which has benefitted from excellent long-term care, and continuous upgrades over the past 50 years. You will be hard pressed to find much more work that needs to be done to raise her standard.  This is a proven world class ocean crossing ship with a long history of adventure and fun.  Why wouldn’t you want to be next?

MACHINERY

 2 x Caterpillar Engines - D348TA

2 x Kohler 99 Kw Generators 120/208 V-60HZ (PS-6019 Hrs + SS-6551 Hrs)

Gearboxes = Twin Disc MG527 (Rebuilt Dec.'21)

Alfa Laval Fuel Separator

2 x Brand New Watermakers: Sea Recovery / Aqua Whisper Pro 1400-2 GPD

2 x Naiad Stabilizers 410

Shore Power Conv: 75 KVA A/Sea Unit - Input V170/208

1 x Wesmar Bow Thrusters

Power Mgmnt System: Brand New Main Switchboard w/ Generators & Shore Power Control Units DEIF 300

Automatic Synchronization & Load Sharing Between Gens and Seamless Transfer w/ Shore Power

Brand New A/C Syste and Chiller Units w/ Regular Maintenance + New Air Handler in Engine Room

New House Batteries (16) AGM

NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT

Gyro Compass Anschutz

Auto Pilot Anschutz Pilot Star D

2 x Radar Furuno Navnet (X & S Band)

2 x Radar Furuno Sonar

B & G Depth Sounder & Speed Log

Sat C JRC JUE 87

Iridium Sat Phone

2 x VHF Sailors

2 x Magnetic Compasses (Bridge & Flybridge)

Horn Signaling System

AIS Furuno FA-150

2 x Simrad GPS

Bilge Water Separator System - Headhunter Tidal Wave TW200

AUDIO VISUAL EQUIPMENT  +  DECK FACILITIES

2 x Apple TV 42" Wide Screen TV's

SONOS Music Library

Surround Sound Music Throughout

Communications: - VOIP/SAT Phone + Wifi

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