MARIA

Feadship171m12 guests7 cabins

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Overview

MARIA yacht charter in Mediterranean

A MARIA charter is strongest when the yacht choice is tied to the route. For clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, the useful question is how full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space fits Balearic weather windows, lunch stops, and the right balance between open-water cruising and calm anchorages and whether the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.

Feadship171m12 guests7 cabins

Charter fit

How to use MARIA

MARIA is best considered for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, with full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. The useful planning angle is a high-service event charter, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.

Shortlist logic

Why this yacht belongs in the conversation

MARIA should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 171' / 52.12m, 12 guests, 7 cabins, 1995 | 2014 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.

Best use
a high-service event charter
Guest profile
12 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
Route style
Ibiza, Formentera, and sunset anchorages; strongest when the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop
Port logic
decide early between Ibiza social energy, Formentera water, Mallorca comfort, or Menorca calm
Compare by
compare against another yacht only after checking route fit around Mediterranean
Watch-out
the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board

When this yacht makes sense

MARIA suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a high-service event charter. The 12 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 7 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.

Where to use it

Mediterranean can work well for MARIA, but the route needs discipline. The best plan keeps the day focused instead of trying to collect too many stops, especially when the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.

Season and booking notes

Season matters because berth pressure, weather windows, and guest expectations change the charter. May to October, with July and August best handled through early routing and clear guest plans. A useful shortlist should also explain why compare against another yacht only after checking route fit around Mediterranean.

Life on board

full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. The toy and tender setup gives the broker more room to shape swim stops and guest flow. This is where a broker note is more useful than a raw specification list.

Compare before booking

Do not compare MARIA on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Ibiza, Formentera, and sunset anchorages easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.

What to verify

A good recommendation for MARIA should include one reason to choose it and one condition to verify. That keeps the page useful for real charter planning instead of becoming another listing entry.

Technical profile

Specifications

Builder
Feadship
Model
Custom
Built / refit
1995 | 2014 (Refitted)
Length
171' / 52.12m
Beam
31'2 / 9.5m
Draft
9'2 / 2.8m
Cruising speed
16 Knots
Guests
12
Cabins
7
Crew
12

Profile

About MARIA

Toys

Set against the backdrop of your chosen cruising ground, you and your guests can enjoy fun on the water with the collection of water toys and accessories aboard Maria. Guests can feel the wind in their hair and jump the waves on one of the two WaveRunners. Another excellent feature are towable toys offering fun and adventure. Also there is a Slalom waterski that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If that isn't enough Maria also features scuba diving equipment, wakeboards, fishing equipment, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. When it comes to Tenders, Maria has you covered - with two tenders, including a 9.45m/31' Tender. Maria and her crew are available for charter this summer for cruising within the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. She is already accepting bookings this winter for cruising in the Caribbean. Showcasing meticulous craftsmanship coupled with high-end luxurious finishes, motor yacht Maria certainly has the "wow" factor, along with state-of-the-art amenities and array of water toys, promising truly unforgettable yacht charters for even the most discerning guests.

Overview

The 52.1m/170'11" motor yacht 'Maria' (ex. Battered Bull) by the Dutch shipyard Feadship offers flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 7 cabins and features interior styling by Bruce Gregga. From bow to stern, Maria is brimming with an fantastic array of social and dining areas, both inside and out, making her the ideal yacht for relaxing and entertaining whilst on charter.

Performance Range

Maria is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. Powered by twin Caterpillar engines, she comfortably cruises at 16 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 16 knots with a range of up to 3,357 nautical miles from her 88,743 litre fuel tanks. An advanced stabilisation system on board reduces the side-to-side roll of the yacht and promises guests exceptional comfort levels at anchor or when underway.

Guest Accommodation

Built in 1995, Maria offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 7 suites comprising a master suite, two VIP cabins, three double cabins and two twin cabins. The bed configuration includes 3 king, 4 doubles, 4 singles and 1 convertible. She is also capable of carrying up to 12 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort Entertainment

On your charter, you'll find plenty to keep you busy and entertained, particularly a deck jacuzzi, perfect to enjoy the scenery with your favourite drink in hand. Maria benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter, particularly Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. You can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.

Onboard

Experience

Special features

  • High Pedigree Classic Feadship
  • "Apartment Style" Master Suite
  • 360 Degree Indoor/Outdoor Bar
  • Fulltime Internet While Cruising
  • Beach Club Style Swim Platform
  • Large Jacuzzi On Sundeck

Amenities

  • Jacuzzi
  • Stabilizers Underway
  • Wi-Fi
  • At-Anchor Stabilizers
  • Deck Jacuzzi
  • Air Conditioning

Water toys

  • 2 x 3 seat Waverunners
  • 4 x Paddleboards
  • 3 x Adult Water-Skis
  • 2 x Kids Water-Skis
  • 1 x Slalom Water-Ski
  • 2 x Wake Boards
  • 2 x Doughnuts
  • Towable Toys
  • 1 x Inflatable trampoline
  • Fishing Equipment
  • Scuba Diving Equipment
  • Dive Compressor

Tenders

  • 1 x 31' / 9.45m Tender
  • 1 x 32' / 9.75m Hase Tender with 2 x 150 HP engines Featuring beach landing bow

Commercial

Rates and seasons

Summer Season

$260,000 p/week + expenses

Caribbean · Bahamas · Mediterranean · Croatia · Italy · Monaco · Montenegro · Amalfi Coast · Cannes · Corsica · Florida · French Riviera · Ligurian Riviera · Portofino · Sardinia · St Tropez

Winter Season

$260,000 p/week + expenses

Caribbean · Antigua · Bahamas · Saint Martin · St Barts · Florida · Virgin Islands

Cruising

Regions

Caribbean · Bahamas · Mediterranean · Croatia · Italy · Monaco · Montenegro · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts · Amalfi Coast · Cannes · Corsica · Florida · French Riviera · Ligurian Riviera · Portofino · Sardinia · St Tropez · Virgin Islands

Planning notes

Before you request dates

  • Confirm whether MARIA's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
  • Check whether MARIA's 7 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
  • Match the first route draft to Ibiza, Formentera, and sunset anchorages.
  • Ask why MARIA beats the nearest alternative for a high-service event charter.
  • Confirm the port plan: decide early between Ibiza social energy, Formentera water, Mallorca comfort, or Menorca calm.
  • Send the first-choice port, backup dates, and whether MARIA is for a day, a week, or a specific occasion.

FAQ

MARIA charter questions

Is MARIA a good fit for Mediterranean?

Yes, if the route is planned around Balearic weather windows, lunch stops, and the right balance between open-water cruising and calm anchorages. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.

Who should consider MARIA?

MARIA is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The final recommendation depends on how the cabins, crew setup, and Mediterranean and Ibiza timing fit the brief.

What should I send before requesting MARIA?

For MARIA, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.

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