Shades of Grey Description
If you had to describe the Sunreef 80 SHADES OF GREY in one sentence, you would say that this Sunreef 80 impresses with its clean, elegant design and is truly no ´grey mouse´. Warm shades of grey, combined with a modern green, give the interior a fresh and very elegant look. You will immediately feel at home on board as there are no ´loud´ design elements to obstruct the view and everything is simply harmonious.
The master cabin is located in the middle of the starboard side and has a king-size bed, a small sofa for relaxing, a dressing table and a walk-in wardrobe. The bathroom with shower is very spacious. Also to starboard is the double cabin (queen size bed) with a comfortable en suite bathroom.
On the port side, amidships, is the VIP cabin (queen-size bed), which is slightly larger than the double cabin and has a walk-in wardrobe. The bathroom is also slightly larger. Forward on the port side is the guest cabin with three comfortable single beds and an en-suite shower room. The beds are 80 x 200 cm and the bunk beds are staggered so that the upper bed is easy to reach.
The saloon is all about relaxing together, with two really big lounge sofas. In the centre is a black glass table that can be converted into a dining table for up to 10 people in bad weather.
The aft deck has a large dining table that can seat up to 10 people and a lounge sofa. There is also a lounge with a coffee table on the foredeck.
On the flybridge, the SHADES OF GREY has another large dining table, perfect for up to 10 guests, with a U-shaped seating area. Behind this is a full width sunbathing area. Forward of the helm position is an attractive bar, where you can enjoy a drink or have a snack from the chef.
The flybridge is transformed into a spa area when the stewardess sets up her massage table and pampers guests with a feel-good massage.
There is also a wide range of water sports on board, including an E-Foil, two Seabobs and numerous other water toys, as well as a water slide. And it´s not just the kids who have fun!
Cruising Area of Shades of Grey
Accommodations
Starboard:
1x Master Cabin with king size bed (180cmx200cm), with sofa, vanity table, walk-in wardrobe and comfortable bathroom with shower and toilet.
1x Double Cabin with queen size bed (160cmx200cm), shower and toilet.
Portside:
1x VIP Cabin with queen size bed (160cmx200cm), with walk-in wardrobe and comfortable bathroom with shower and toilet.
1x Guest Cabin with three single beds (80cmx200cm), shower and toilet.
Specification
- Starlink Internet
Water Sports
· Tender GRAND Golden Line G500LF (115 hp, max. 8 pax)
· 1 x AUDI Etron JET Fliteboard
· 2 x SEABOB F5S with quick charger
· 2 x SUP boards JOBE Leona 10.6
· 1 SPINERA Kayak Tenaya 140
· 1 x BRABUS x Jobe Shadow Scout Funtube
· 1 x JOBE Chaser Towable 3P
· 1 x JOBE Logo Wakeboard 138
· Water ski
· Snorkel Equipment for all guests
· Inflatable Water SLIDE from the flybridge
· Sony playstation 5 with two remote controls BUT NO GAMES
Scuba Diving 
Entertainment
- Widescreen LED TV 55´ with Lifting system up/down
- Yamaha Home Cinema Receiver 7.2 + 5x ceiling premium speakers +
- 2 waterproof speakers in the cockpit and 4 in the flybridge
- 4 waterproof speakers in the front terrace
- Yamaha Power Network Receiver
- 2x Safe
- Ice maker in the bar module
- Electric Stainless Steel BBQ
- Night-Mode DC Lithium batterie bank upgrade
Cuisine
Shades of Grey Crew Profile
Captain
Chef
CAPTAIN: Francesco Testa
Francesco comes from a sea salty family, countless generations of fishermen from the Bay of Naples. Growing up by the sea, a life on the water was inevitable. For over a decade, Francesco has been sailing professionally around the world, delivering yachts and captaining luxury charters across some of the most breathtaking destinations.
Beyond sailing, his passions lie in philosophy, meditation, and martial arts, disciplines that shape his approach to both the sea and life. An avid water sports enthusiast and fisherman, he continues the traditions of his ancestors but now on a global scale. Deeply connected to the ocean, he is also highly sensitive to and respectful of the marine environment, always striving to minimize his impact and protect the waters he calls home.
CHEF: Karlo Mandic
Chef Karlo Mandić is a celebrated culinary professional who brings over a decade of high-end restaurant experience to the luxury yachting world. His culinary journey is defined by a relentless pursuit of excellence, blending the discipline of elite European kitchens with the creativity required on the open ocean.
Karlo’s talent was spotlighted on the international stage when he secured 2nd place at the prestigious 2023 MYBA Chef Competition in Barcelona while representing SY Kajikia, confirming his status as a top-tier yacht chef. His competitive spirit was further showcased at the Antigua Chef Competition. This success is built on a solid foundation of training at Le Cordon Bleu Paris and years of experience in renowned establishments, including the Michelin-recommended Hotel Navis in Croatia and the classic Auberge de Collonges in France.
Specializing in an exquisite fusion of Mediterranean and Japanese cuisines, Karlo is known for his mastery of fresh seafood and sushi techniques. Beyond the plate, he is deeply passionate about food science, nutrition, and design. This unique combination allows him to create menus that are not only visually spectacular and delicious but also perfectly balanced to meet the dietary needs of his guests. Organized and meticulous, Karlo ensures every meal is a memorable event.
Chief Engineer/Deckhand Salvatore Di Maio:
Salvatore was born and raised in Castellammare di Stabia, a town located between Naples and Sorrento. He has spent his life by the sea. He began his nautical career at the age of 18 as a superyacht mooring assistant, and has since gained over a decade´s experience working as a captain and first officer.
Passionate about navigation and travel, he brings extensive knowledge and technical expertise to Shades of Grey, ensuring smooth and safe sailing on every journey. He has been part of the crew for one year and has completed both the Caribbean and Mediterranean seasons with SHADES OF GREY.
Not only is Salvatore a very good seafarer, he is also a passionate chef. He loves surprising guests with an Italian night, when he takes over the galley and prepares recipes from his Italian grandmother.
Salvatore is fluent in both Italian and English, and his warm, friendly personality and constant smile make him a valued member of the crew.
STEWARDESS Marie L´Haridon
Originally from Brittany, I’m passionate about the sea and the art of service. Yachting inspires me because it combines elegance, high standards, and genuine human connection.
With experience on private yachts across the Mediterranean, Italy, Sardinia, and Malta, I’ve learned to be versatile, organized, and attentive. I take pride in creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere and ensuring guests feel truly cared for.
Positive, respectful, and committed, I bring harmony and reliability to the team. Working at sea is where I feel at home, and my goal is simple: to deliver impeccable service and make every moment on board Shades of Grey effortless and enjoyable.
STEWARDESS India-Lileyn Birek:
India is an exceptional hospitality professional with rich experience gained both on land and at sea. Her greatest strength lies in an unwavering commitment to the well-being and satisfaction of every guest.
India is fluent in German, English, and Croatian, with a solid command of Spanish, enabling seamless communication with international clientele. She possesses an outstanding ability for quick comprehension, teamwork, and goal-oriented work, always maintaining a professional and service-oriented attitude, even in the most demanding situations. Her Team Management and organizational talent ensure structured work and optimal results.
Key highlights of her career include her roles as Chief Stew / Head Waiter on the luxury yacht ´Son de Mar,´ where she was responsible for the complete care of passengers and crew, from inventory and food/beverage service to event organization and yacht maintenance. She was also crucial as an F&B Reservations Coordinator at Bio Hotel Stanglwirt, managing reservations, guest communication, and supporting management.
India is ready to bring her skills and experience to your team, guaranteeing outstanding hospitality and impeccable service.
Shades of Grey Calendar
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Shades of Grey Reservations & Port Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Details (Holds can be challenged) |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 28, 2025 | Jan 11, 2026 | Booked: Saint Marten, West Indies to Saint Vincent |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Feb 02, 2026 | Booked: St Martin to St Martin |
| Jul 04, 2026 | Jul 11, 2026 | Booked: Olbia, Sardinia* to Olbia, Sardinia* |
Shades of Grey Rates / week
The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter.Low price: €70,000
High price: €80,000
The high and low prices of this yacht depend on both the number of guests and the traveling season. Send us an inquiry for exact pricing.
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 20-30% for a sailing yacht and 30-40% 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 2026: West Mediterranean Sea
Cuising Balearics, Italy, Sardinia/Crosica, Amalfi Sicily, France and French Riviera.
High Season West Med (July / August) = 80,000 EUR per week (plus VAT / plus 25% APA)
Low Season (June / September) = 70,000 EUR per week (plus VAT / plus 25% APA)
Winter 2025/2026: Caribbean Sea
Leewards / Windwards / Grenadines / BVI / Bahamas
High Season = 100,000 EUR per week (plus VAT / plus 25% APA) *min. 2-week-charter required*
Low season = 75,000 EUR per week (plus VAT / plus 25% APA)
SHADES OF GREY has a BVI charter licence
Shades of Grey Guest Reviews
Broker Feedback Caribbean 2024/2025
Broker Feedback, Charter New Year St. Martin / St. Barth:
Hi Christa,
Just off the phone with my client and they had an amazing time on board SHADES OF GREY. The crew went above and beyond fo them with zero hesitations. There were a lot of moving parts with friends and family anchored nearby on other yachts and the entire charter was handled with ease. Each and every crew member is a valuable asset to the charter program and combined with the stunning yacht, in perfect condition, I have zero hesitations of recommending SHADES OF GREY to any of my clients in the future! Prompt, flawless interaction with Marine Project made the entire process a pleasure from start to finish.
Heather Krebs
Abiego Yachts International
heather@abiego.com
Broker Feedback from Visit February 2025 in Antigua:
Dear Christa,
Thanks for arranging my visit to Shades of Grey the 80ft Sunreef that is presently in Antiuga.
I was welcomed onboard by Captain Dale and Mia and Samantha. They were very welcoming and I had a long chat with Captain Dale, who is very knowledgeable and professional, we chatted about the boat, different cruising grounds, and I feel very confident that our clients will have a fabulous time under his care. His crew photos does not do him justice I would definitely replace that with a more professional shot.
Mia gave me the interior tour and she is very sweet, offered cold water and coffee and showed me around, operating the TV system in the master to show how it moves etc. All cabins are very well appointed and the yacht looks like new. I did like the teak floors on the main deck inside, very different and looked very good. As the name suggests everything is Shades of Grey, they crew are working to get accents to lighten it up a bit, which they want to do with throw cushions and other accessories. Cabins were all a great size and good bathrooms too.
Samantha gave me the exterior tour and was very knowledgeable on deck. The upper deck was huge and comfortable as well as being very private.
Dale wants to get a BBQ so they can do beach bbq’s for guests and a couple of large bean bag chairs for the upper deck, both of which I think a very good idea.
Charter the boat without hesitation, its a great package. Dale also mentioned getting a 5th crew as a dedicated deckhand as Samantha floats between interior and exterior where needed.
Thanks again Christa,
Very best regards,
Sarah
Sarah Sebastian
Director and Charter specialist
Nicholson Yacht Charters & Services
ph: 1 268 460 1530
WhatsApp / mb:1 268 720 6750
English Harbour, Antigua & Barbuda
yachts@nicholsoncharters.com
www.nicholsoncharters.com
Broker Feedback from Charter March 2025 in St. Martin:
Dear Christa,
I hope you are very well!
Please find below the written reference about SoG.
To whom it may concern,
I do confirm that I had a charter onboard SHADES OF GREY in March 2025. The client’s feedback after the charter was excellent regarding both the boat and the crew. The best reference I can give is that the crew received 20% tip, and the are considering chartering the catamaran again next year.
From my side, working with the Captain Francesco was very easy. Despite the clients being somewhat demanding, the Captain managed to bring the charter to a very successful conclusion.
I highly reccomend SoG!
Yulia B.-
I hope the above will be helpfull!
Best regards
Yulia-
Royal Spanish
+34 678 60 48 82 / email yulia@royalspanish.es
Charter Feedback Mallorca August 2025
Hi Bobby, thank you. I will send you a more detailed write up, but in essence this was the perfect holiday.
The boat is stunning: we had high expectations of the Sunreef 80 and they were met if not exceeded: beautiful, luxurious, very spacious, functional, beautifully decorated and super comfortable.
The toys were great and everybody had so much choice and enormous fun. Both our friends for the first half of the holiday and our family for the second half were completely blown away.
But what made the holiday seriously special was the crew. They have been truly special: super professional, extremely attentive, always available, always a step ahead when it came to looking after our needs. The chef was amazing; we ate spectacularly throughout the whole holiday. The whole team have been a dream: they created a harmonious, welcoming, extremely high end service level, with a feeling of being at home.
We have been chartering boats for many years but we had not experienced such a beautiful dedicated crew before. The captain has created a perfect team: good atmosphere, always calm, with everybody always available for any need. Francesco is really an amazing skipper - have not met someone like him before in over 15 years of chartering.
So we feel we have been very lucky and I think we will charter Shades of Grey again.
Clients message to Bobby Bigio C&N
Charter Feedback Mallorca July 2025
Hello Christa,
Hope you are doing well!
Just to inform you that the clients had a fantastic time onboard they were very happy with the yacht and crew service onboard. Charter was a big success!!
It was a pleasure to work with you and hopefully we will get some requests for the Caribbean as well!
Thank you.
Best regards
Santiago Dasso / Dawe Yachts
Charter Feedback Mallorca June 2025
Hi Christa,
The clients had a wonderful time on board and gave very positive feedback and a lovely tip for the crew!
From my side, working with Captain Francesco was very easy, he was happy to have a call with the client’s agent and quickly prepared a suitable itinerary for the client’s trip. He gave regular updates throughout the charter.
I would happily work with this yacht and crew again!
Thank you,
Claire Mason / Edmiston
Charter Feedback Caribbean April 2025
Hi Captain Francesco & SOG Team,
Thank you for all of your wonderful hard work for the Exxxx family!
Emily and Joe would like to leave you a generous $XX,XXX gratuity to be split evenly amongst your crew and will be sending the additional amount to Marine Project wire instructions to complete it.
It has been a pleasure working with everyone for a wonderful experience for the Eagan’s!
Broker Feedback Charter March 2025, Caribbean
To whom it may concern,
I do confirm that I had a charter onboard SHADES OF GREY in March 2025. The client’s feedback after the charter was excellent regarding both the boat and the crew. The best reference I can give is that the crew received 20% tip, and the are considering chartering the catamaran again next year.
From my side, working with the Captain Francesco was very easy. Despite the clients being somewhat demanding, the Captain managed to bring the charter to a very successful conclusion.
I highly reccomend SoG!
Yulia- Royal Spanish