Northern Star Description

Come aboard and experience the luxury of Northern Star. This 76´ (23m) modern cutter-rigged sloop was designed by Ocke Mannerfelt and handcrafted by the Hinckley Company in 1993 with a traditional old world aesthetic that features teak decking, beautiful butterfly hatches and custom mahogany interiors throughout. With her graceful overhangs and elegant sheerline, she combines state-of-the-art performance, power, and control to create a truly modern and timeless classic. Northern Star is one of the finest yachts in the world and with her carbon furling mast and hydraulic winches, she offers true single-handed capacity underway and an experience steeped in the rich traditions of sailing the open seas. A 2014 refit included new luxury soft furnishings and bed linens, new table ware, fresh exterior varnish, all brass refinished and all systems checked and serviced. NORTHERN STAR accommodates 6 guests in three cabins. The interior is fully air-conditioned and headroom is 8´ to 6´ throughout The spacious Master Suite is forward with a king v-berth, hanging locker and private head with a separate stall shower. There is also a comfortable seat and a writing desk on the starboard side. A center hallway runs aft to the salon. Aft and to port of the master stateroom is an elegant VIP Suite that was originally planned for the King and Queen of Norway who frequented the yacht. This cabin is an intimate oasis featuring his and her twins, ample storage and a private head with a stall shower. Also aft of the master on the port side is a common head with shower. On the starboard side are two well-appointed guest cabins, each with over and under single berths, a bureau and hanging locker. These two cabins share the common head and shower.

Cruising Area of Northern Star

Other Pick-upAnywhere in Caribbean / Bahama
Summer PortSag Harbor, NY
Winter PortPalm Beach, Florida
Summer OperationsNew England
Winter OperationsBahamas, Florida

Accommodations

Guests6
Cabins3
Crew2
Queen1
Twin2
Showers3
Wash Basins3
Heads3
TP in Heads-
Electric Heads3
Accommodation Details
NORTHERN STAR accommodates 6 guests, 4 adults and 2 children, in 3 cabins. The interior is fully air-conditioned and headroom is 6’ 8” throughout

The spacious Master Suite is forward with a queen v-berth, hanging locker and private head with a separate stall shower. There is also a comfortable seat and a writing desk on the starboard side.

A center hallway runs aft to the salon. Aft and to port of the master stateroom is an elegant VIP Suite that was originally planned for the King and Queen of Norway who frequented the yacht. This cabin is an intimate oasis featuring his and her twins, ample storage and a private head with hand-shower.

Also aft of the master on the port side is a common head with shower (shared by crew). On the starboard side are two well-appointed guest cabins (one of which are used by the crew), each with over and under single berths, a bureau and hanging locker. These two cabins share the common head and hand-shower.

Specification

Length76 Feet
Beam17 Feet
Draft9 Feet
Built1993
Refit2016
A/CFull
A/C NightYes
Sun AwningYes
WindsccoopsYes
DeckshowerYes
Bimini TopYes
Sailing InstructionsYes
HairdryerYes
Num Hatch18
Guest SmokeNo smoking
Guest PetsYes
Children AllowedYes
InverterYes
Voltages220
Water Maker28 gal/hr
Water Capacity385 gal
GeneratorNorthern Lights
Max Speed10
Cruising Speed8
Fuel Consumption2.5 US Gall/Hr
Range1800
Turnaround48 hours please
EnginesYanmar Northern Lights Generator
Communications
Cell phone
SSB
Sat phone

Water Sports

Dinghy (Feet)12´ Zodiac
Dinghy Hp20
Dinghy Pax6
Snorkel GearYes
Fishing GearYes
Other Toys
2 X paddle boards
Teak deck chairs
Snorkel Equipment
Fishing Equipment

Scuba Diving Scuba Diving Symbol

ScubaYacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Air CompressorNot Onboard

Entertainment

Salon Tv/DvdYes
Salon StereoYes
iPod/Device HookupsYes
Other Entertainment
DVD/CD entertainment system with MP3 input
Plasma TV

Cuisine

Special DietsYes
KosherYes

Northern Star Crew Profile

Crew Number2
Crew SmokeNo
Captain
CaptainPreston Kelly
NationalityUSA
SpeaksEnglish
Years Sailing40
Crew
NationalityUSA


PROFILE
My career has been involved primarily with yachts. I have experience in construction, project management, captaining, racing, performance optimization, electronics and computers. I have extensive offshore experience as well as time spent cruising and racing in New England, the Caribbean, Europe, Australia, and Canada.

SKILLS
Navigation, performance monitoring, race preparation
Wood working, varnishing, mechanics, electrical, electronics
Yacht maintenance, cooking, provisioning

Languages: English: moderate reading ability: French, German, Spanish, Latin, Ancient Greek

WORK
2001 to present self-employed: instrument systems, installation and calibration. Racing navigator. Yacht delivery.
1991 to 2001: Sales at Ockam Instruments, Milford Ct. My job involved selling performance instrument systems, managing dealers, teaching seminars on performance optimization, liaison to Americas Cup campaigns, and customer service (racing with clients).
1978 to 1991: Captain and crew (mostly captain) on yachts 40 to 80 feet. Project manager on new builds at The Hinckley Co; Southwest Harbor, Maine and Nautor; Piertarsaari Finland.
1973 to 1978: Morris Yachts; Southwest Harbor, Maine. Employed in all aspects of small yacht construction.
YACHTS
1979 captain on a Swan 57, Peranda: Finland, Baltic, North Sea, UK, Newport.
1980 mate on Frers 54, Congere: NY, Panama, Tahiti, Australia
1981 mate and then captain on a Swan 65, Shaitan: S. Carolina, Bermuda, Azores, Spain, Greece, and Italy.
1983 to 1985 captain on an Hinckley 49, Victory: Gulf of Maine, Newport, Cape Cod, Chesapeake, and Caribbean.
1985 to 1987 captain on an Hinckley 42, Irresistible: Gulf of Maine, Newport, and Caribbean.
1987 to 1990 captain on an Hinckley 51, Night Train: Gulf of Maine, Nova Scotia, Newport, Chesapeake, Bahamas, and Caribbean.
2000 to 2009 navigator on a Swan 68, Chippewa: racing NE, FL, Caribbean, Bermuda, France, UK, and Italy.
2009 mate on Vitters 98, Carmella: Newport, Azores, Spain.
2009 to 2012 navigator on Cookson 50, Privateer: racing NE, FL, MD, Caribbean.
2011 mate on Vitters 98, Carmella: Spain, Canaries, and Caribbean.
2013 to 2015 captain on Babe, Swan 46: Newport, Long Is Sound, Chesapeake, Fl, and Caribbean.
2015 navigator on an Hinckley 51, Kiva: Transatlantic Race.

EDUCATION
1972 Primary and secondary: St. Pauls School for Boys, Brooklandwood, Maryland.
1983 College: St. Johns College, Annapolis Maryland; BA Mathematics and Philosophy.



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Northern Star Reservations & Port Locations

Start DateEnd DateDetails (Holds can be challenged)
Apr 09, 2024Jun 14, 2024Unavailable: Florida Coastline, FL* to New England*
Sep 21, 2024Oct 31, 2024Unavailable: Newport, RI* to Newport, RI*

Northern Star Rates / week

The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter.
Price: $45,000

Season2-6 Pax
2023/24 Winter$45,000
2024 Summer$45,000

Yacht terms: Plus Expenses
The price includes a professional crew operating your chartered yacht, but all running expenses such as fuel, tax, provisions and any other costs are extra. Calculate between 15-25% for a sailing yacht and 25-35% for a motor yacht on top of the given rate with an APA cash payment made to the ships agent or captain, who will keep an open tap and produce full accounts of all expenditures. Unused APA money will be refunded. Inquire for more information.

ADDITIONAL RATE DETAILS


Summer: New England
Winter: Florida
$45,000/6 plus all expenses

Please note for charters in July and August in New England only weekly charters are accepted.

Christmas and New Year - $51,750 + expenses

Rates subject to change.

Delivery fees:
Sag Harbour to Newport (one way) $1,000

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