VERA

Abeking & Rasmussen170m12 guests6 cabins

Abeking & Rasmussen · Mediterranean · Croatia · France · Greece · Italy · Monaco · Montenegro · Turkey · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Mykonos · Sardinia

Overview

VERA yacht charter in Mediterranean

VERA works best when the charter is planned around clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, not treated as another name in a list. Abeking & Rasmussen, 170'7 / 52m, 12 guests The strongest fit is a private celebration or corporate hosting brief around Mediterranean and Ibiza, with clear timing, guest flow, and season checks.

Abeking & Rasmussen170m12 guests6 cabins

Charter fit

How to use VERA

VERA 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 private celebration or corporate hosting brief, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.

Shortlist logic

Why this yacht belongs in the conversation

VERA should make the shortlist when the brief needs a private celebration or corporate hosting brief around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 170'7 / 52m, 12 guests, 6 cabins, 2000 | 2024 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.

Best use
a private celebration or corporate hosting brief
Guest profile
12 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
Route style
Menorca coves with a calmer family pace; strongest when the route protects hosting time on deck
Port logic
shape the day around anchorage quality before adding beach clubs or sunset timing
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

Who this yacht suits

VERA is not a generic inventory pick. It is a better match when the client wants full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space, a private celebration or corporate hosting brief, and a route shaped around Menorca coves with a calmer family pace.

Local route logic

The local decision is less about distance and more about timing. Around Mediterranean and Ibiza, VERA should be planned with boarding point, lunch stop, swim time, and return window in one brief. In practice, shape the day around anchorage quality before adding beach clubs or sunset timing.

Planning window

May to October, with July and August best handled through early routing and clear guest plans. For this yacht, confirm preferred dates, guest count, cabin needs, and cruising area together so the quote reflects the real plan. the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board.

Guest experience

For guests, the difference is felt in pace: where people sit, how lunch is handled, where swimming fits, and how the return feels. VERA should be evaluated against that rhythm, not only against specs.

Shortlist logic

VERA should be compared against at least one alternative if the brief is flexible. The useful difference may be cabin layout, crew style, speed, toys, berth access, or how naturally the yacht fits Mediterranean and Ibiza.

Broker caveat

Ask the broker to state the limitation as plainly as the advantage. For VERA, the check should cover availability, owner approval where relevant, cruising area, APA, fuel, and whether the planned route still works in real weather.

Technical profile

Specifications

Builder
Abeking & Rasmussen
Model
Custom
Built / refit
2000 | 2024 (Refitted)
Length
170'7 / 52m
Beam
33'10 / 10.3m
Draft
11'6 / 3.5m
Cruising speed
14 Knots
Guests
12
Cabins
6
Crew
10

Profile

About VERA

Toys

Vera knows a thing or two about fun on the water, with a selection of water toys and accessories for you and your guests to enjoy whilst on charter. Guests can feel the wind in their hair and jump the waves on a YAMAHA WaveRunner. Also there are towable toys offering fun and adventure. Another excellent feature are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If that isn't enough Vera also features wakeboards, fishing equipment, scuba diving equipment and snorkelling equipment. Vera features three tenders, but leading the pack is a 5.1m/16'9" Tender to transport you in style. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Vera is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Vera Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. With its luxurious interiors, vast array of onboard facilities and a highly-trained and professional crew, a luxury yacht vacation onboard motor yacht Vera promises to be nothing short of spectacular.

Overview

The 52.09m/170'11" motor yacht 'Vera' by the German shipyard Abeking & Rasmussen offers flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins and features interior styling by Luigi Sturchio. From bow to stern, Vera 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. Her features include underwater lights and gym.

Performance Range

Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, she offers greater on-board space and is more stable when at anchor thanks to her full-displacement hull. Powered by twin Caterpillar engines, she comfortably cruises at 14 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 16 knots with a range of up to 5,500 nautical miles from her 120,000 litre fuel tanks at cruising speed.

Guest Accommodation

Built in 2000, Vera offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 suites comprising a master suite, two VIP cabins and three double cabins. There are 12 beds in total, including 1 king, 2 queen and 3 doubles. She is also capable of carrying up to 10 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort Entertainment

A charter on Vera is comfortable and convenient thanks to the provided amenities including a gym with all the latest equipment to maintain your fitness routine. Retreat to the deck jacuzzi and soak up the scenery. Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you including the underwater lights, adding spectacle and style after dark. Whether you want to work, use social media or stream movies on board this yacht, you can with Wi-Fi connectivity and in addition you can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.

Onboard

Experience

Special features

  • Impressive 5
  • 500nm range
  • Recent refit in 2024
  • Two VIP cabins
  • Sleeps 12 guests
  • 5.1m/16'9" Tender

Amenities

  • Stabilizers Underway
  • Underwater Lights
  • Sun Deck
  • Wi-Fi
  • Swimming platform
  • Sunpads
  • Deck Jacuzzi
  • Gym
  • Air Conditioning

Water toys

  • 1 x 2 seat Yamaha Waverunner
  • Scuba Diving Equipment
  • Snorkelling Equipment
  • Water-Ski
  • Towable Toys
  • Banana
  • Wake Board
  • Fishing Equipment
  • 1 x 3 seat YAMAHA Waverunner

Tenders

  • 1 x 16'9 / 5.1m NE 50 Tender with 1 x Yanmar 116 HP engine
  • 1 x 20'2 / 6.15m SeaRay 195 Tender Mercruiser 229 HP engine
  • 1 x SOLAS Rescue Boat YAMAHA

Commercial

Rates and seasons

Summer Season

€235,000 p/week + expenses Approx $276,000

Mediterranean · Croatia · France · Greece · Italy · Monaco · Montenegro · Turkey · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Mykonos · Sardinia

Winter Season

€210,000 p/week + expenses Approx $246,500

Mediterranean · Croatia · France · Greece · Italy · Monaco · Montenegro · Turkey · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Mykonos · Sardinia

Cruising

Regions

Mediterranean · Croatia · France · Greece · Italy · Monaco · Montenegro · Turkey · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Mykonos · Sardinia

Planning notes

Before you request dates

  • Confirm whether VERA's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
  • Check whether VERA's 6 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
  • Match the first route draft to Menorca coves with a calmer family pace.
  • Ask why VERA beats the nearest alternative for a private celebration or corporate hosting brief.
  • Confirm the port plan: shape the day around anchorage quality before adding beach clubs or sunset timing.
  • When requesting VERA, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.

FAQ

VERA charter questions

Is VERA a good fit for Mediterranean?

Yes, if the route is planned around turquoise anchorages, sunset returns, and realistic hops between Ibiza, Formentera, Mallorca, and Menorca. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.

Who should consider VERA?

VERA is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The broker should compare the yacht against the occasion, the route length, and the level of privacy expected on board.

What should I send before requesting VERA?

Send dates, number of guests, preferred start port, and any must-do stops for VERA. That gives the charter team enough context to check availability and realistic alternatives.

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