Lady Joy Yacht Description
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Multiple Jacuzzis on sundeck and primary cabin:
Relax in a 10-person sundeck Jacuzzi or enjoy private spa time with the master cabin Jacuzzi. -
Extensive water toys collection including 2 Seadoo Waverunners & 3 Seabobs:
Rare catamaran-like jetski and premium Seabob underwater scooters offer ultimate water fun for all guests. -
Exciting inflatable water slide and trampoline:
Kids and adults love the inflatable water slide and 10' water trampoline for endless aquatic playtime.
Start with the top deck: 10-person Jacuzzi, twin pizza ovens, full bar, and a toy garage that looks like a watersports startup got funded. LADY JOY is a 157ft Christensen (2007, refit 2022) built for groups who actually use the yacht – not just pose on it. She sleeps 12 guests in 6 staterooms, all with Apple TV, Starlink-fed streaming, and proper hotel-level amenities.
Water toys are not an afterthought here; they’re the main event. A 38’ SACS Stratos chase tender that seats up to 20, two 2024 SeaDoo GTR 230s, 3 Seabobs, 3 eFoils, Flyboard, waterslide, trampoline, full towables arsenal, dive gear for certified guests, and a full beach setup with BBQ, games, and even pickleball and padel gear. If your group gets bored on LADY JOY, that’s a user-error situation.
Inside, it’s built to actually host people, not just furniture. Multiple dining zones that can scale up to large banquets, a skylounge cinema with 74” 4K TV and blackout blinds, karaoke, a Yamaha Clavinova piano “mini studio,” and a deck layout that can handle dockside events of up to ~50 guests. The on-deck master has its own office, his-and-hers en suites with shared steam shower, and heated marble floors.
For families and mixed-age groups, the layout is quietly optimized. Six cabins can comfortably handle six couples or a family mix (kings + double/single/Pullman combos), stabilizers at anchor keep things level, and there’s a gym setup (Peloton, elliptical, TRX, weights) for the one person who insists on “keeping the routine” mid-charter.
Why charter LADY JOY over another 50m? Because the hardware (Jacuzzi, toys, cinema, gym, big tender) is matched by a long-standing 11-crew team with strong broker reviews and a culinary program that actually handles special diets instead of just nodding at them. This is a boat built for real use: big groups, long days in the water, serious hosting, and evenings that end with karaoke, not compromise.
Accommodation
MASTER STATEROOM ON-DECK FORWARDOn deck, forward, full-beam Master Stateroom: Upon entry, there is a private office with desk facing large windows for a gorgeous view.
The centerline king bed faces forward towards a 45” TV (hidden while not in use). Dresser to port.
HER EN-SUITE is on the port side with Jacuzzi tub, bidet, head, and sink with communal access to the steam room shower with dual shower heads, hand shower wand, L-shaped seat. HIS EN-SUITE is on the starboard side with head, sink and shares the steam room shower. Heated marble floors and skylights add to the elegance. His- and her- walk-in closets include a safe for guests to use.
Lower Deck Accommodations:
There are five guest staterooms on the lower deck which can be accessed by elevator.
Forward: Two equal staterooms each with one single-size bed, a Pullman berth overhead, and a double bed measuring 75” x 54”. Two port holes allow ample natural light. There is a 49” TV, dresser with drawers and closet. The en-suite bathrooms each have a shower with bench seat, sink, head and porthole.
Mid: Two equal staterooms each with one king-size bed. Two portholes allow ample natural light. There is a 49” TV, dresser with drawers and closet. The en-suite bathrooms each have a shower with bench seat, sink, head and porthole.
Aft: walk-around king-size bed, 55” TV, dresser with drawers and closet. The en-suite features a stall shower with bench seat, sink, head and porthole.
All guest staterooms include Ferette sheets, Matouk towels, robes, slippers, L’Occitane en Provence luxurious bath products, hairdryers, individual climate control, Apple TVs providing access to Plex Media Server, Netflix, Direct TV and other on demand services via Starlink internet.
What is the cabin arrangement of Lady Joy?
| Cabin | Bed Size | Bathroom Details | AC |
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| Master Stateroom (On-Deck Forward) | King size bed | His and Her en-suite bathrooms; Her en-suite with Jacuzzi tub, bidet, head, sink, steam room shower; His en-suite with head, sink and shared steam room shower; Heated marble floors, skylights, walk-in closets | Full |
| Guest Stateroom 1 (Lower Deck - Forward) | Double bed and single-size bed with Pullman berth overhead | En-suite bathroom with shower, bench seat, sink, head and porthole | Full |
| Guest Stateroom 2 (Lower Deck - Forward) | Double bed and single-size bed with Pullman berth overhead | En-suite bathroom with shower, bench seat, sink, head and porthole | Full |
| Guest Stateroom 3 (Lower Deck - Mid) | King size bed | En-suite bathroom with shower, bench seat, sink, head and porthole | Full |
| Guest Stateroom 4 (Lower Deck - Mid) | King size bed | En-suite bathroom with shower, bench seat, sink, head and porthole | Full |
| Guest Stateroom 5 (Lower Deck - Aft) | Walk-around king size bed | En-suite bathroom with stall shower, bench seat, sink, head and porthole | Full |
Lady Joy

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Weekly price: $199,000 - $225,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 157'
- # of Guests: 12
- # of Cabins: 6
- # of Crew: 11
- Builder: Christensen
- Consumption: 80 US Gall/Hr
- Cruising Speed: 12 Knots
- Max. Speed: 15 Knots
- Built Year: 2007
- Refit: 2023

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Price Terms
Plus Expenses - add APA to the price you see
Plus Expenses arrangement includes the boat and crew only (without tip).
All additional/variable expenses such as Gas and Food are deducted from an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) - an additional deposit that is added on top of the charter price.
The expenses, such as provisioning, fuel, marina fees, are deducted from the APA. The APA is based on the price of the yacht and ranges from 15% (crewed sailing yachts) to 30% (motor yachts with higher fuel consumption).
For a motor yacht like Lady Joy, the expected APA is 25% to 40% of the charter price ($49,750 - $79,600), making the charter cost $248,750 to $278,600. Exact amount will be confirmed after inquiry.
You can actively control these expenses in your preference sheet (local vs. imported beverages) and by choice of itinerary (distances traveled).
The remainder of the APA is returned after charter.
Lady Joy Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Total | Note | |
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| 14 day charter | 398,000USD to 450,000USD | 79,600USD to 135,000USD | 477,600USD to 585,000USD | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 199,000USD to 225,000USD | 39,800USD to 67,500USD | 238,800USD to 292,500USD | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 99,500USD to 112,500USD | 19,900USD to 33,750USD | 119,400USD to 146,250USD | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 199,000USD / 6 * 3 days = 99,500USD |
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: USD199,000
High season rate: USD225,000
LADY JOY is not listed for sale and the owner is happy to commit to charters well in advance!
Holiday Rate (Christmas/New Year's) $225,000 per week ++ (10-night minimum unless Christmas week is booked first).LADY JOY is not listed for sale and the owner is happy to commit to charters well in advance!
Holiday Rate (Christmas/New Year's) $225,000 per week ++ (10-night minimum unless Christmas week is booked first).
Amenities
Specifications
Features
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Diving Onboard
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
| Toy | Description |
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| 38’/12m Custom SACS Stratos RIB Tender | 1 towed tender with twin 350hp engines, seats up to 20 guests + 3 crew, equipped with fishing gear and private head. |
| 2023 15’/4.4m Highfield RIB | 1 Highfield RIB with 70hp outboard and ski pole for towing. |
| SeaDoo GTR 230 personal watercraft | 2 2024 high performance SeaDoo GTR 230, one with Bluetooth stereo. |
| Cayago F5 Seabobs | 3 Seabob underwater scooters with adjustable speed, for powered snorkeling and shallow free-diving. |
| Flyboard | 1 Flyboard that attaches to a Seadoo Waverunner for jet-powered flying above the water. |
| 2023 Bōte Aero Stand Up Paddle Boards | 2 Bōte Aero 11’ inflatable stand up paddle boards. |
| Inflatable 2‑man kayaks | 2 inflatable 2‑person kayaks. |
| Lift eFoil electric hydrofoil boards | 3 Lift eFoil electric hydrofoil boards for powered, elevated riding above the water surface. |
| Water Slide | 1 inflatable yacht-mounted water slide (2019). |
| Dive gear | 6 sets of scuba dive gear for qualified divers only; onboard compressor, up to 6 divers per dive. |
| Fanatic wing foil board and 5m wing | 1 Fanatic wing foil board with 1 5m handheld wing. |
| Premium snorkel gear | Multiple sets of premium snorkel gear for guests. |
| Inflatable water trampoline | 1 10’ inflatable water trampoline. |
| Fishing & spearfishing gear | Multiple sets of trolling and light tackle fishing gear plus spearfishing equipment. |
| Beach toys collection | Extensive beach toys including balls, buckets and spades, water guns, inflatables, skim boards, beach bats, noodles and water balloon launcher. |
| Tennis, pickleball & padel equipment | Multiple tennis racquets, pickleball paddles, padel rackets and balls. |
| Towables set | Multiple towables including wakeboard, adult and child waterskis plus slalom, 5‑person banana “hot dog” and inflatable doughnuts. |
| Beach setup | Full beach setup with chairs, canopy, umbrellas, dining table and BBQ. |
| Exercise equipment | Comprehensive set including elliptical trainer, Peloton bike, weights bench with Bowflex dumbbells, mats, skipping ropes, TRX, foam roller and resistance bands. |
| Jacuzzi on sundeck | 1 10‑person Jacuzzi located on the sundeck. |
| See‑Level VR headset | 1 See‑Level virtual reality headset used as a sea sickness remedy. |
Other Entertainment
Elevator/Lift serves all four decks:
The dimensions of the interior of the elevator are 49” x 28” x Height 79”
The elevator door opening is 26.5" wide
Starlink Internet
See-Level Virtual Reality Headset - Sea Sickness Remedy
Crew
Captain: Chris Thomson
Chris runs Lady Joy like a tight, calm ship, reading weather, guests, and sea states fast and building routes that feel effortless from your side of the rail.
He folds deep Atlantic miles and family-level safety instincts into cruises that hit the best anchorages without you ever seeing the work behind it.
- Over 20 years of professional yachting experience.
- BSc (Hons) in Marine Technology, University of Plymouth.
- MCA Master of Yachts license holder.
- Extensive cruising experience in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Baltic, Indian Ocean, and both US coasts.
Dan is the tactician who turns big oceans into smooth, efficient passages, dialing in comfort while keeping the schedule sharp.
He brings a commercial mariner’s discipline and a fisherman’s eye for the right spot, whether you want quiet coves or hard-charging days on the water.
- Career at sea started in 2005 as a Merchant Navy cadet.
- BSc in Marine Studies, Plymouth University.
- Circumnavigated the globe on commercial vessels including sail training for disabled passengers.
- Experience on yachts up to 160 meters in length.
- Joined Lady Joy in May 2015.
- Grew up across South Africa, Bahrain, Abu Dhabi, and England.
- Joined Lady Joy in June 2023.
- Raised in South Shields, a historic English shipbuilding town.
- Professional yachting career started in 2014.
- Returned to Lady Joy as Chief Engineer in 2023 after serving previously as Second Engineer.
- Holds a commercial engineering license and Chief Engineer certification.
- Long-time sailor from the Norfolk Broads region in England.
Alice runs service like a precision dance—champagne, detail, and timing all landing exactly when you want it, not before.
She brings nightclub VIP control, athlete focus, and yoga calm into one steady front-of-house experience.
- Joined Lady Joy in September 2019.
- BSc in Sociology and Criminology.
- Former VIP Manager for a major Belfast nightclub.
- 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training certification completed in India.
- Joined Lady Joy in October 2018.
- Bachelor of Commerce and Honours in Financial Management.
- Born and raised in Durban, South Africa.
- Joined Lady Joy in October 2023.
- Background in fashion and hospitality in Wellington, New Zealand.
- Studied social anthropology.
- Joined Lady Joy in January 2024.
- Six years’ experience as a lifeguard and swimming instructor.
- Studies in health science and biochemistry.
- Background in restaurant service and mixology.
- Joined Lady Joy in August 2021.
- Bachelor’s degree in Strategic Communications from Washington State University.
- Previous hospitality experience in downtown Seattle.
- Joined Lady Joy in September 2024.
- Body massage diploma holder.
- Completed an authentic Thai massage course in Southeast Asia.
- Three years’ experience on motor and sailing yachts from 45m to 100m.
Vincent cooks with that clean, confident French touch—big flavor, tight technique, and plates that land exactly on your brief, from light beach lunches to full-dress tasting menus.
He builds menus around you and the local market, so every day’s food feels sharp, not repeated.
- Joined Lady Joy in March 2017.
- Culinary school graduate from Cannes; began training at age 16.
- Over 12 years’ experience in the yachting industry.
- Background in fine dining restaurants, luxury hotels, and a British Premier League football club.
- Joined Lady Joy in January 2024.
- Over 13 years of experience as a professional chef.
- Worked on yachts from 43m to 75m in length.
- Ten years’ prior experience in fine dining hotels and restaurants in England and on the Côte d’Azur.
- Joined Lady Joy in March 2023.
- Degree in Cultural Studies.
- Previous career in film production with focus on photography and video.
- Joined Lady Joy in January 2024.
- Took yachting courses straight after high school.
- Moved from Cape Town to the United States in 2019 and joined yachting in 2020.
- Joined Lady Joy in January 2024.
- Holds Surfing South Africa Level 1 qualification.
- Experience across construction and fine dining before yachting.
- Joined Lady Joy in September 2024.
- Experience assisting with sailboat deliveries across the Atlantic.
- Fluent in English and German.
- Joined the yachting industry in 2022.
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