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Elevator Summary
Introducing the remarkable 2023 Bali Catamarans luxury sailing vessel, spanning a generous 54' with a beam of 29', designed to elevate the cruising experience. This vessel, named PERMABEAR, affords expansive living areas including a striking cockpit and a flybridge boasting panoramic views, ensuring an unparalleled open-ocean experience. Comfortably accommodating up to 10 guests in 5 sumptuous cabins, this yacht merges performance with luxury, making her an ideal choice for discerning mariners seeking to explore the blissful waters of the Caribbean Virgin Islands.
Accommodation
PERMABEAR’s thoughtful design incorporates 3 queen cabins and 2 twin cabins, catering to diverse group dynamics. Each cabin is well-appointed with private bath facilities featuring dedicated shower stalls, promoting an ambience of intimate luxury. Added comfort is provided by individual flatscreen TVs and a state-of-the-art stereo system that can be controlled both centrally and via individual cabin controls.
Toys
While PERMABEAR might not feature jetskis or a large array of water sports equipment, guests will delight in the onboard amenities such as a swim platform called Scoop Steps, ideal for easy ocean access. The yacht provides 2 paddleboards and floating mats, which are perfect for enjoying the serene waters of the cove or engaging in some gentle exercise. The dedicated Highfield dinghy with 20hp, accommodating up to 8 passengers, is always on standby for exhilarating explorations or seamless shore visits.
Amenities
PERMABEAR is decked with an array of amenities ensuring all on board are luxuriously comfortable and well-entertained. The vessel boasts a powerful Onan Genset generator and a 110v electrical system to power all onboard systems efficiently. For culinary delights, there is a modernized BBQ setup on deck, an ice maker, and inclusive of an inverter to handle all your appliances. A bimini top is also installed to provide ample shade during sunny explorations, not to forget the comprehensive multimedia system to enrich your relaxation moments.
Crew
Captained by the seasoned Ed Irwin, with Chef Erin Irwin handling the cuisine, PERMABEAR’s crew promises an enriching charter experience through their extensive sailing know-how and exceptional hospitality. Guests are assured peace of mind with the crew’s vast knowledge of the Caribbean waters and their ability to cater to special dining requests, owing to their diverse culinary expertise.
Indulge in a personalized cruising escapade with PERMABEAR, where luxury meets adventure, tailored specifically to provide a memorable and exclusive sailing experience in the enchanting Caribbean Virgin Islands.
Accommodation
Crew sleep in a queen in the starboard aftWhat is the cabin arrangement of PERMABEAR?
- 3 VIP cabins
- 2 Twin cabins
PERMABEAR
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Weekly price: $31,700 - $36,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 54'
- # of Guests: 10
- # of Cabins: 5
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: Bali Catamarans
- Cruising Speed: 8
- Max. Speed: 9
- Built Year: 2023
PERMABEAR 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 2023 | $32,000 | $32,500 | $33,000 | $33,500 | $34,000 | $34,500 | $35,000 | $35,500 | $36,000 | $0 | $0 |
| Winter 2023 to 2024 | $32,000 | $32,500 | $33,000 | $33,500 | $34,000 | $34,500 | $35,000 | $35,500 | $36,000 | $0 | $0 |
| Summer 2024 | $32,000 | $32,500 | $33,000 | $33,500 | $34,000 | $34,500 | $35,000 | $35,500 | $36,000 | $0 | $0 |
| Winter 2024 to 2025 | $32,000 | $32,500 | $33,000 | $33,500 | $34,000 | $34,500 | $35,000 | $35,500 | $36,000 | $0 | $0 |
PERMABEAR Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Total | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 day charter | 63,400$ to 72,000$ | 12,680$ to 21,600$ | 76,080$ to 93,600$ | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 31,700$ to 36,000$ | 6,340$ to 10,800$ | 38,040$ to 46,800$ | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 15,850$ to 18,000$ | 3,170$ to 5,400$ | 19,020$ to 23,400$ | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 31,700$ / 6 * 3 days = 15,850$ |
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: $31,700
High season rate: $36,000
CURRENT SPECIAL: 10% will be discounted from the standard charter rate for charters started and completed between 11/18/23 and 12/17/23 - including Thanksgiving charters. The charter must be booked after 10/03/23, have a minimum of 5 nights and cannot be in conjunction with any other specials for the discount to apply.
HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Christmas charters are offered at the standard seasonal rate and New Years charters at 15% above the standard seasonal rate. The charter must be booked and completed before 1/07/2023. This special cannot be combined with other offers.
BVI COMPLIANCE FOR THE 2023/2024 SEASON:
Cruising Grounds: British Virgin Islands & U.S. Virgin Islands
Pick Up/Drop Off: St. Thomas or Tortola
Yacht: BVI-Based
Crew: Permanent Annual Work Permits
BVI Customs & Cruising Permit Fees: Included
GENERAL NOTES:
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.
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5
HALF-BOARD OPTION:
Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners, happy hour canapes, standard ships bar and snacks. Other meals ashore at client expense.
2@$31,700 | 3@$32,050 | 4@$32,400 | 5@$32,750 | 6@$33,100 | 7@$33,450 | 8@$33,800 | 9@$34,150 | 10@$34,500
LOCAL FARE OPTION: Includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners, happy hour canapes, standard ships bar and snacks. Other meals ashore at client expense.
2@$31,850 | 3@$32,275 | 4@$32,700 | 5@$33,125 | 6@$33,550 | 7@$33,975 | 8@$34,400 | 9@$34,825 | 10@$35,250
SLEEP ABOARD: Available for half of the daily rate. Includes boarding after 4pm, snacks, welcome cocktails & continental breakfast. Dinner ashore is additional. Select option upon booking. EXCLUDES: Christmas and New Year's weeks.
CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS: 7 night minimum, VIRGIN ISLANDS
CHRISTMAS: 1-10 pax $44,000
NEW YEARS: 1-10 pax $45,000
New Year's must start no earlier than 12/27
Christmas must end no later than 12/26
**SEE BROKER NOTES FOR MORE INFORMATION - WAIVER REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO CONTRACT**
Copy link below & paste into browser to submit waiver:
https://bit.ly/cyawaiverCURRENT SPECIAL: 10% will be discounted from the standard charter rate for charters started and completed between 11/18/23 and 12/17/23 - including Thanksgiving charters. The charter must be booked after 10/03/23, have a minimum of 5 nights and cannot be in conjunction with any other specials for the discount to apply.
HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Christmas charters are offered at the standard seasonal rate and New Years charters at 15% above the standard seasonal rate. The charter must be booked and completed before 1/07/2023. This special cannot be combined with other offers.
BVI COMPLIANCE FOR THE 2023/2024 SEASON:
Cruising Grounds: British Virgin Islands & U.S. Virgin Islands
Pick Up/Drop Off: St. Thomas or Tortola
Yacht: BVI-Based
Crew: Permanent Annual Work Permits
BVI Customs & Cruising Permit Fees: Included
GENERAL NOTES:
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.
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5
HALF-BOARD OPTION:
Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners, happy hour canapes, standard ships bar and snacks. Other meals ashore at client expense.
2@$31,700 | 3@$32,050 | 4@$32,400 | 5@$32,750 | 6@$33,100 | 7@$33,450 | 8@$33,800 | 9@$34,150 | 10@$34,500
LOCAL FARE OPTION: Includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners, happy hour canapes, standard ships bar and snacks. Other meals ashore at client expense.
2@$31,850 | 3@$32,275 | 4@$32,700 | 5@$33,125 | 6@$33,550 | 7@$33,975 | 8@$34,400 | 9@$34,825 | 10@$35,250
SLEEP ABOARD: Available for half of the daily rate. Includes boarding after 4pm, snacks, welcome cocktails & continental breakfast. Dinner ashore is additional. Select option upon booking. EXCLUDES: Christmas and New Year's weeks.
CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS: 7 night minimum, VIRGIN ISLANDS
CHRISTMAS: 1-10 pax $44,000
NEW YEARS: 1-10 pax $45,000
New Year's must start no earlier than 12/27
Christmas must end no later than 12/26
**SEE BROKER NOTES FOR MORE INFORMATION - WAIVER REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO CONTRACT**
Copy link below & paste into browser to submit waiver:
https://bit.ly/cyawaiver
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Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Fishing
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ELECTRONICS: Raymarine Electronic PACK including : Pilote auto P70S, GPS plotter AXIOM 7" , MULTI I70S, VHF
RAY 63 + VHF RAY MIC at steering station, AIS receiver transmitter, 12 '' full touch screen at
steering station
Crew Information
Captain
Chef/First Mate
Captain: Ed Irwin
Capt. Ed Irwin
I guess you can say I have spent most of my life trying to get lost in the outdoors. Born in Newfoundland, Canada I spent as much time as I could outside, fishing the streams for trout and getting lost in woods. As a small boy I would drive my mother crazy by wandering off only to come home with pockets full of the fish I caught, or birds and small animals I captured that I wanted to keep as pets.
I have enjoyed back country camping, hiking, canoeing my entire life. The Boundary Waters lakes and portages one of are my favorite places to get lost in. To ride my motorcycle, lightly packed for finding remote fly-fishing streams, not really having a destination in mind, is my perfect get away.
I grew up on the small lakes of Northern Illinois, driving to school in my small motorboat. The first time I was on a sailboat I instantly fell in love with the simple act of the wind taking my boat anywhere.
After sailing Lake Michigan for many years, Erin and I created a plan to take off on our own boat and sail to as many places of the world that we could. We found an abandoned Cape Dory 36 and rebuilt it and outfitted it for long distance travel. Years of hard work paid off in a beautifully restored and perfectly outfitted classic sailboat that allowed us to live our sailing dreams.
We have sailed and lived aboard our boat for the past 4 years. We have sailed the Great Lakes, the Chesapeake, off shore from Norfolk around Bermuda to the Caribbean. We then sailed back north to Maine, sailing “down east” for the summer and headed back down the eastern seaboard to head off shore again to the Caribbean.
We have spent the past 2 seasons in the Virgin Islands, US and BVI exploring and finding amazing coves, anchorages, becoming PADI scuba certified, and learning why everyone says that once you make it to the Caribbean- you don’t want to leave. I am looking forward to showing guests why the Caribbean is a sailing paradise.
Chef Erin Irwin
My childhood playground was Tower Marina in Saugatuck, MI. My family bought a River Queen houseboat when I was 10 and we spend every weekend and all of the summers until I was 18 playing on Lake Michigan’s waters. I loved everything about being on the water and was always the first and last one to jump into the water, no matter what temperature!
I am always up for an adventure and tend to do life in a bigger than life way. I am nearly 100% Irish and definitely have the gift of gab and will tell stories all day. I am a care taker, the oldest daughter of a big family, mother of 5 kids, a nurse/midwife for 25 years, and as professor for a good part of my life I am a natural teacher.
When cooking for my family I wanted them to have a healthy diet. Most of our meals were whole foods from our garden, cooked from scratch. My cooking style has an emphasis on a healthy balance of the Mediterranean foods, Asian cuisines, and comfort foods that are adapted to healthy, but rich versions. I have spent a good portion of my life in Chicago, and have become an obsessive foodie, constantly searching for the perfect meal at the perfect restaurant which is an endless quest that has taught me so much about the experience of eating well.
As the oldest daughter of a big family , and the mother of a large family, I was always the center of planning family gatherings and parties. I love finding unique themes and creating relaxed, special-moments and memories together. Ed and I have found the outdoors, especially sailing, to always be the perfect setting for finding that moment to connect to each other, but to something bigger. It has always been the best stage for us to find joy, peace, adventure and excitement and we want to share that.
We especially look forward to having families find that elusive real time together. There just isn’t anything like being on a sailboat to allow for everything else to fade away and be connected to the people you love. We can’t wait to help others find that perfect spot- that perfect moment that will be a memory that holds forever.
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