ABIDE Yacht Description
Embark on a journey where luxury meets the pristine beauty of the natural world aboard Abide, a 138-foot sailing yacht fresh off a major refit ending in 2024. Designed for those who cherish elegance and the allure of untouched landscapes, this yacht promises an unparalleled retreat into nature’s embrace.
Awaken each morning to the gentle lull of the ocean, surrounded by thoughtfully designed interiors. Accommodating up to eight guests, our yacht offers spacious cabins as well as two salon areas, and three dining areas.
A dedicated crew of five anticipates your every need, ensuring a flawless experience. Indulge in meals prepared by our private chef, showcasing the finest local ingredients sourced worldwide. Whether a gourmet feast under the stars or a casual lunch on a secluded beach, your culinary desires are expertly fulfilled.
Explore captivating destinations, chosen for pristine beauty and tranquility. Dive into azure waters, anchor in secluded bays, or unwind on pristine shores. Each journey aboard our Jongert yacht is a blend of luxury and nature.
Tailor your voyage, from the turquoise waters of the Caribbean to the rugged Mediterranean coastlines to remote wooded bays of Maine. Each destination offers unique charm and unforgettable moments amidst unspoiled landscapes.
Escape the ordinary aboard Abide sailing yacht, where luxury meets nature in perfect harmony. Immerse yourself in a world of tranquility and indulgence, leaving with cherished memories that endure beyond the horizon.
Embark on your luxury escape today.
Not available for Sale or Charter in the USA
Advertised by DMA Yachting, the majestic charter yacht ABIDE is a 138 ft sailboat. The most appealing features of ABIDE are her elegant profile and inviting socializing areas. ABIDE spends the season in British Virgin Islands. She was completed by the ship builder Jongert in 2002. An elegant refit was completed in 2024. The ingenious yacht layout features 3 generous cabins and easily accommodates up to 6 guests.
ABIDE is classified primarily as a sailboat.
The sailboat features One engine, 2x generators engines and a generator.
Accommodation
ABIDE offers three beautifully appointed guest cabins all aft of the ship. Furthest aft is the main cabin, which takes the full width of the boat at the stern, has a queen bed, daybed for lounging, full-sized desk and smart TV.Starboard side, forward of the main cabin has a double bed and a single bed.
Port side, forward of the main cabin is the VIP guest cabin with a queen bed and desk.
Each cabin is thoughtfully furnished with luxury bedding, ample cabinet and closet storage, and beautiful, modern en-suite heads. Each cabin also has its own temperature control adding to the personalized comfort and convenience.
In addition, each cabin has a hair dryer along with complimentary shampoo, body wash and conditioner.
Also, complimentary dive/snorkel mask defogger and sunscreen.
Swim towels are provided.
What is the cabin arrangement of ABIDE?
- 2 VIP cabins
- 1 Double cabin
ABIDE
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Weekly price: $90,000 - $90,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 138'
- # of Guests: 6
- # of Cabins: 3
- # of Crew: 6
- Builder: Jongert
- Consumption: 10GPH US Gall/Hr
- Cruising Speed: 8-10 KTS
- Max. Speed: 12 knots
- Built Year: 2002
- Refit: 2024
- Turnaround: 48 hrs
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ABIDE Charter Price Details
| Season Name | 2 guests | 3 guests | 4 guests | 5 guests | 6 guests | 7 guests | 8 guests | 9 guests | 10 guests | 11 guests | 12 guests |
| Summer 2025 | $90,000 | $90,000 | $90,000 | $90,000 | $90,000 | ||||||
| Winter 2025 to 2026 | $90,000 | $90,000 | $90,000 | $90,000 | $90,000 | ||||||
| Summer 2026 | $90,000 | $90,000 | $90,000 | $90,000 | $90,000 |
Price Terms
Inclusive
Inclusive charters are crewed charters with minimum or no additional charges. Provisioning, fuel and crew are included in the price. Additional fees may include diving, premium alcohol, local taxes, or onshore activities. These vary from yacht to yacht, please inquire.ABIDE Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | Total | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 day charter | 180,000USD to 180,000USD | 180,000USD to 180,000USD | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 90,000USD to 90,000USD | 90,000USD to 90,000USD | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 45,000USD to 45,000USD | 45,000USD to 45,000USD | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 90,000USD / 6 * 3 days = 45,000USD |
All prices are generated by a calculator and serve as a guide for new charterers. Any additional information of the Price Details section has priority over above. Availability is always subject to confirmation. Gratuity not included for it's discretionary character, usually 5%-25% of the Base Price.
Price Details
Price from: USD90,000
High season rate: USD90,000
LESS THAN 7 NIGHT CHARTERS: For 6 nights divide by 7N X 6N. For less than 6 nights, divide by 6N X number of nights.
INQUIRE for short charters.
Available in the Leewards & Windwards
Holiday Rates
CHRISTMAS: 1 - 6 Guests $120,000 Must end no later than Dec 26th.
NEW YEARS: 1 - 6 Guests $140,000 Must begin no sooner than Dec 28th
48 hour turn
LESS THAN 7 NIGHT CHARTERS: For 6 nights divide by 7N X 6N. For less than 6 nights, divide by 6N X number of nights.
INQUIRE for short charters.
Available in the Leewards & Windwards
Holiday Rates
CHRISTMAS: 1 - 6 Guests $120,000 Must end no later than Dec 26th.
NEW YEARS: 1 - 6 Guests $140,000 Must begin no sooner than Dec 28th
48 hour turn
ABIDE Yacht Charter Locations
Summer Season
Winter Season
Amenities
Specifications
Features
Layout
More Specifications
Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
| Toy | Description |
|---|---|
| Dinghy | 1 dinghy, approx. 14–18 ft with 60/115 HP outboard, seats 8. |
| Water skis - adult | 1 set of adult water skis. |
| Water skis - child | 1 set of kids water skis. |
| Wakeboard | 1 wakeboard. |
| Tube - towable | 1 towable tube. |
| Paddleboard | 1 stand-up paddleboard. |
| Floating mats | 5 floating mats. |
| Snorkelling equipment | Yes – full snorkel gear for guests |
| Underwater still camera | 1+ underwater still camera |
| Underwater video camera | 1+ underwater video camera |
| Beach games | Yes – assorted beach games. |
| Fishing gear | Yes – trolling/casting gear, approx. 4 rods. |
Other Entertainment
Device hook up: Yes/SONOS
All amenities available at this time and up to date. While every effort will be made to stay up to date, unforeseen circumstances may happen causing item to be unavailable or substituted.
Crew
Captain
Chef
Engineer
Stewardess
Engineer
Captain: Roland Schaeffer
Roland runs Abide like a precision ocean machine, reading wind and water so your cruise feels fast, smooth, and under control. He’s calm under pressure, ruthless about safety, and still finds the quiet anchorages other skippers motor past.- South African captain; RYA Yachtmaster Commercial license.
- Over 100,000 nautical miles on long-distance yacht deliveries.
- Chartering the Caribbean from the Virgin Islands to Grenada since 2012.
- PADI Instructor and avid free diver.
Vanessa turns the galley into a quiet engine of pleasure, dropping restaurant-level plates while tracking your tastes and dietary quirks like data. She keeps service sharp, timing tight, and the whole experience feels deliberately tailored, not improvised.- South African chef with a long background in international hospitality and restaurants.
- Former owner of an eatery in London’s Marylebone district.
- Chartering full-time in the Caribbean with Roland since 2012.
- PADI Divemaster and avid ocean swimmer and hiker.
Jacob keeps the yacht’s guts humming in the background so your trip runs clean—no drama, no breakdowns, just cold air, quiet generators, and toys that always fire up when you want them. He slides from fixing systems to trimming sails to mixing drinks without missing a beat.- Raised on the New Jersey coast, later based on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica.
- In yachting since 2016 as steward/deckhand on luxury sailing charters in the Caribbean.
- Lead role on Abide’s 20‑month refit project starting in early 2023.
- Focused on engineering while remaining active on deck and in guest service.
- Left corporate roles in ship broking and construction management in Queensland, Australia at age 22.
- Professional experience on superyachts, classic sailing yachts, and racing keelboats in the Med, Caribbean, and US East Coast.
- Has captained charter catamarans up to 62ft in Greece and the Virgin Islands.
- Dive instructor, photographer, and water sports specialist.
Elizabeth runs the deck and water time with easy confidence, getting you off the rail and into the bay fast—boards out, tow toys ready, lines handled clean. She cut loose from office life and brings that deliberate choice to every guest day on the water.- From Houston, Texas; grew up sailing on Galveston Bay.
- Transitioned from a Washington, D.C. bureaucracy career to yachting.
- In the yacht industry since 2022.
Coral grew up on Caribbean boats, so she reads swell, light, and guest mood the same way—quietly tuning service, cabins, and table to the rhythms of the day. She blends local instinct with formal training, making the yacht feel polished but never stiff.- Born in Nevis and raised sailing and cruising around the Caribbean.
- Experienced with offshore passages and island cruising from a young age.
- GCSEs and A‑levels in Travel & Tourism and Psychology from England.
Menu
- Leek & Feta omelette with a sprinkle of sumac
- Toast with crab & coriander – chilli mayo
- Lobster hash: local caught Lobster, russet potatoes, topped with poached eggs and garlic infused ghee
- Spiced avocado with black beans, sour cream & cheese, on homemade toasted sourdough rubbed with garlic
- Baked Challah French toast topped with fresh berries and a drizzle of maple syrup
- Salmon Poke Bowl: Wild Alaskan Salmon, sushi rice, roasted beets, watermelon radishes, wakame seaweed and toasted sesame seeds
- Spicy Thai steak salad: top sirloin, Thai dressing with a side of steamed basmati rice
- Ginger – Beet salad bowls: quinoa, ginger harissa vinaigrette and home made cape seed loaf
- Seared mushrooms, Radicchio & Fregola with whipped Ricotta
- Sesame crusted seared Ahi salad with kale, Napa cabbage, roasted cashews and avocado
- White Miso glazed cod with three bean, three lime salad
- Filet with parsnip cream, wild mushrooms and steamed broccolini
- Black pepper tofu with steamed rice
- 48 hour Sous vide beef short ribs with chive flecked polenta and caramelized kimchi
- Shrimp stew with toasted fennel, lemon & chives
- Strawberry, Pomegranate and Rose petal mess
- Chocolate pots with lemon shortbread
- Passionfruit tiramisu
- Pears baked with lemon, bay & Marsala
- Classic crème brûlée with rosemary biscuits
- Black bean – chipotle dip
- Tandoori lamb meatballs with minted yogurt
- Lima Bean mash with Muhammara
- Pizza Bianca with potato, anchovy and sage
- Selection of samosa’s with homemade relish’s and chutneys
