SWEET ESCAPE at anchor

Christensen · 40m · 1993, refit 2026 · Caribbean winter

SWEET ESCAPE

40m12 guests6 cabins8 crew

01 · The short version

In short

Christensen of Vancouver, Washington, built composite yachts in the 150 to 164-foot range, many now on charter. She is 40m, built 1993, refitted 2026, takes 12 guests in 6 cabins with a crew of 8, charters the Caribbean in winter, and has a lift, a hot tub and a gym on board.

02 · Photo essay

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03 · Toys and fun

51 toys across 7 kinds. She is serious about fun on the water: nobody in the group runs out of things to try.

Powered

  • -4 x Jet Skis
  • -Efoil lift 5
  • -3 x Seabobs (underwater scooters) F5 models
  • -1 x Wakeboard

Inflatables and slides

  • -1 x 6 man 19’ Banana
  • -1 x Giant Water Slide
  • -Inflatable aft platform for easy toy parking and near-the-toy action sunbathing
  • -Submersible aft platform for very easy boarding from the sea

Under the water

  • -SCUBA for Certified Divers Only
  • -1 Dive Compressor
  • -Jacket-Style & Back-Inflate BCD Options available for more advanced divers.
  • -Wide Selection of Dive Booties
  • -Full Snorkeling Gear

Paddle, sail and surf

  • -2 x Stand Up Paddleboards

Gym and wellness

  • -Sundeck Jacuzzi and BBQ
  • -Spacious for 12 Guests and 3 Crew members
  • Gym Equipment:
  • -Yoga mats

Tenders

  • -40' Boston Whaler Outrage towed tender
  • -12.5’ inflatable tender
  • -Boston Whaler Outrage Towed Tender is kitted for every type of fishing enthusiast
  • -The Tender is also equipped with Radar

Also on board

  • 30hp Mercury Outboard
  • -2 x flat doughnuts
  • -1 x Knee board
  • -1 x Drone
  • go pro
  • -Beach set up ( chairs tables and toys
  • games)
  • also great for toddler paddling
  • -Game Console
  • Board Games
  • Books
  • Direct TV
  • Netflix
  • Youtube TV
  • HBO
  • 50 or DVDS if everything crashes
  • and features the following:
  • -2 outriggers & 1 center rigger
  • -Cabin & Toilet-head
  • -A/C in Cabin if needed
  • -Sea-Keeper & fully kitted with the Boston Whaler - Whaler Watch System
  • -Electrical and effective shade awnings that easily unfold & retract
  • AIS & ability to occasionally stream music apps
  • -5 BCDs (Buoyancy Control Devices)
  • -5 Regulators
  • -8 tanks
  • Fins & Masks
  • -Free weights
  • -Resistance bands

04 · Crew and service

8 crew for 12 guests.

CREW8
GUESTS12

05 · About SWEET ESCAPE

SWEET ESCAPE is one of the most sought after charter yachts for guests craving relaxation and fun. A full 2017 refit highlights this Christensen yacht’s classic elegance and casual sophistication. She has a total crew of 8 and is suitable for families, couples, or groups of friends. Her large collection of watersports and onboard activities ensures an action-packed charter experience. SWEET ESCAPE’s interior offers all of the comforts of home in a stylish package. Her large main salon has ample seating, a game table for four, and a full entertainment system with Bose surround sound, making it the perfect spot to lounge around following a busy day. The formal dining area is adjacent to the main salon, and has a stunning rectangular dining table with seating for ten. Head to the skylounge, located on the bridge deck, for cocktails and conversation, with its cozy seating options, full bar and stool seating for five, and beautiful views. SWEET ESCAPE’s exterior provides an ambiance of privacy with unrivaled panoramic views and many options for guests to enjoy their time outdoors. The main aft deck has an al fresco dining area for twelve, a full wet bar, entertainment unit, and access to the swim platform from the starboard side. Other highlights of the aft deck include underwater lights, walk-around decks to the bow, and the option to enclose the space with Eisenglass. The Portuguese bridge has a semi-circular seating area, and offers just the right amount of seclusion to enjoy a romantic sunset. The sun deck has optional shade, settee seating, sunpads, and a large Jacuzzi for up to 8 people. The bridge deck aft has full sun exposure with optional sun shade sails. It has an al fresco dining space for 10, chaise lounges, and access to both the sun deck and the Portuguese bridge. SWEET ESCAPE has an impressive selection of activities and water sports available to keep guests entertained from sunrise to sunset. Her collection includes three tenders: a 39-foot Nortech towed tender, a 19-foot Yamaha Jetboat, and a 19-foot inflatable tender. Spend an afternoon on the water with the four available jet skis, including one with a Flyboard that can send you soaring through the air, or get the adrenaline pumping with some waterskiing or wakeboarding. Your entire group will love the giant water slide that will launch you into the sea for a refreshing dip. For some relaxing time on the surface, kayaks and stand up paddleboards are available, or try your hand at fishing and water golf. Underwater excitement also awaits with snorkel gear, seabobs, and scuba diving for certified divers. If you have to get in that daily workout, there are free weights, resistance bands, and yoga mats available. SWEET ESCAPE sleeps up to twelve guests in six beautifully-appointed staterooms. The full-beam Master stateroom includes a King-size Sleep Number® bed, and his and hers en suite with Jacuzzi and steam shower. An On-Deck VIP stateroom has a Sleep Number® King bed, and en suite with stall shower. The full-beam Lower Deck VIP stateroom has a walk-around Sleep Number® King bed, and en suite with oversized shower. Two Convertible King/Twin staterooms are on the lower deck, each with its own en suite. A Guest stateroom has a Single bed with adjacent Bunk bed, and shares a bathroom with the Port side Convertible stateroom. All staterooms include in-room entertainment with Bose surround sound, iPod docking stations, individual satellite receivers, climate control, robes, hairdryers, and luxury bath products.

Chartering SWEET ESCAPE: questions answered

How much does it cost to charter SWEET ESCAPE?

SWEET ESCAPE charters from US$115,000 per week, plus running expenses such as fuel, food and drinks, usually paid as an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA). Ahoy Club confirms the exact rate for your dates.

How many guests can SWEET ESCAPE take?

SWEET ESCAPE sleeps 12 guests in 6 cabins, looked after by a crew of 8.

Where can I charter SWEET ESCAPE?

SWEET ESCAPE is available for charter in Bahamas. Ask Ahoy Club where she is for your dates.

Who built SWEET ESCAPE?

SWEET ESCAPE is a 40m Christensen yacht, built in 1993 and refitted in 2026. Exterior by Howard Apollonio.

How do I book SWEET ESCAPE?

Send Ahoy Club your dates and group size with the enquiry button on this page. A charter broker checks her availability, confirms the rate and sends the charter agreement.

Length40m
Beam8.10m
Draft2.11m
BuilderChristensen
Built1993, refit 2026
Guests / cabins / crew12 / 6 / 8
Cruising speed13.00 kts
Top speed19.00 kts
Gross tonnage273
Watertoys-40' Boston Whaler Outrage towed tender, -12.5’ inflatable tender, 30hp Mercury Outboard, -4 x Jet Skis, -1 x 6 man 19’ Banana, -2 x flat doughnuts, -Efoil lift 5, -3 x Seabobs (underwater scooters) F5 models, -1 x Giant Water Slide, -2 x Stand Up Paddleboards, -1 x Wakeboard, -1 x Knee board, -1 x Drone, go pro, -Sundeck Jacuzzi and BBQ, -Beach set up ( chairs tables and toys, games), -Inflatable aft platform for easy toy parking and near-the-toy action sunbathing, -Submersible aft platform for very easy boarding from the sea, also great for toddler paddling, -Game Console, Board Games, Books, Direct TV, Netflix, Youtube TV, HBO, 50 or DVDS if everything crashes, -Boston Whaler Outrage Towed Tender is kitted for every type of fishing enthusiast, and features the following:, -Spacious for 12 Guests and 3 Crew members, -2 outriggers & 1 center rigger, -Cabin & Toilet-head, -A/C in Cabin if needed, -Sea-Keeper & fully kitted with the Boston Whaler - Whaler Watch System, -Electrical and effective shade awnings that easily unfold & retract, -The Tender is also equipped with Radar, AIS & ability to occasionally stream music apps, -SCUBA for Certified Divers Only, -5 BCDs (Buoyancy Control Devices), -5 Regulators, -8 tanks, -1 Dive Compressor, -Jacket-Style & Back-Inflate BCD Options available for more advanced divers., -Wide Selection of Dive Booties, Fins & Masks, -Full Snorkeling Gear, Gym Equipment:, -Free weights, -Resistance bands, -Yoga mats
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From US$115,000

per week + expenses