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Boat of the Week: This 269-Foot Superyacht Was Repossessed From a Saudi Prince. Now It Can Be Yours for $70 Million.

Previously owned by prince fahad bin sultan, the elegant "sarafsa" has crisscrossed the mediterranean for 15 years., julia zaltzman, julia zaltzman's most recent stories.

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“ Sarafsa is the only 269-foot superyacht that has a two-story owner’s penthouse apartment,” designer Andrew Winch told Robb Report . “It’s a feature that doesn’t exist on 90 percent of yachts.”

The duplex includes an owner’s suite with a vast dressing room and walk-in wardrobe, a marble en suite with shower and full-sized bath, and a private salon forward with a bar. For new owners looking to maximize the space with minimum refit cost, there is a staff cabin and VIP that Winch suggests converting into a children’s cabin and private study. Open exterior decks forward and aft allow for a steady sea breeze, as the owner—who was last aboard his yacht in the summer of 2021—used to regularly enjoy.

The owner’s previous yacht of the same name was a 179-foot Damen delivered in 1997. That yacht was originally intended to be no larger than 98 feet so that it could be kept in the small bay near his home in Capriana, northern Italy, a perk that its final length prevented. It shared a Venetian-style Winch interior like Sarafsa ’s—burgundy and old gold with a large amount of heavy dark mahogany paneling. The biggest difference between the two is Sarafsa ’s immense 3,179 gross tonnages.

The vast 49-foot beam was defined by the owner’s request for a sun deck swimming pool that could remain filled while underway. To mitigate any roll, the boat was built to be wide and steady—at least 20% percent wider than most other 269-foot yachts.

The sun deck also contains a spa—hammam, sauna, massage room and a television mounted on ceiling tracks to be viewed from all angles. There is also a touch-and-go helipad aft. Two custom-built Winch-designed limousines and open tenders are stored on the main deck concealed behind opening hull doors, though there is a concealed crane on the sundeck to lift and store two additional tenders on the helipad when not in use.

Guests have the option of boarding the yacht from a waterside door starboard and stepping straight into a lift that ascends from the waterline to the sundeck. “It held the record as the longest lift on a 269-foot yacht until we designed Phoenix II ,” says Winch. The service lift goes one level further, descending all the way to the tank deck, and a second starboard hull door specifically for diving.

The informal salon on the bridge deck features a bar that is designed around one of the owner’s favorite hotels in Milan. Guests sit in armchairs rather than bar stools and the bar tender stands at eye level on a lowered floor.

“We mimicked that hotel bar on his first yacht, and he loved it so much we installed two sunken bars aboard Sarafsa ,” says Winch. The bridge deck salon also has a piano, fireplace (though never lit) and a “TV lounge”—one central television surrounded by 16 smaller televisions to “watch all television channels simultaneously.”

The six en suite cabins are dressed in cream, pink and pistachio-hued silks and named after Mediterranean destinations, such as Santorini, Portofino and Monaco. Marble colonnades and ornate flooring sit alongside intricate wooden inlaid surfaces. In contrast, the primary suite—named Sharma—has a bold color palette laced in thick velvet and a theatrical headboard. It’s in keeping with the dramatic deep reds and blues found elsewhere in the yacht, though Winch believes the interior lends itself to a light-filled, contemporary alternative.

“The wood paneling can easily be replaced with cream silk panels or painted white,” he says. “The architecture and joinery provide a perfect foundation without having to rip everything out.”

The lower deck houses accommodation for 23 crew and nine staff cabins with a continuous corridor that links the amidships engine room to the forward and aft areas, including a security office. Other key areas include a hair/beauty salon, a dedicated owner’s galley opposite the formal dining room and an 11-seat cinema.

In recent years the sun deck pool was replaced with a deep therapeutic jacuzzi that enjoys a counterflow current for fitness swimming. It sits under a retractable roof, sheltered from view and shaded from the sun, and mirrors the pool design aboard the 403-foot yacht Golden Odyssey , once owned by Prince Khaled bin Sultan, brother of Prince Fahad Bin Sultan, before it was sold at auction in Malta for an estimated €150 million ($162 million) in October 2022.

With an influx of gigayachts now coming onto the market, and American owners looking to build increasingly larger yachts, interest in refitting yachts like Golden Odyssey and Sarafsa is gaining real traction, says Nelson.

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Devonport superyacht Sarafsa sold and renamed Pure

The 82-metre motor yacht Sarafsa has been sold after less than a year on the market, with Rupert Nelson and Matt Pinckney at Burgess representing the seller. 

Sarafsa was delivered in 2008 and is the second-largest yacht built by British shipyard Devonport Yachts . She has a beam of 15 metres and an interior volume of 3,179 GT.

The yacht’s build was managed by Royale Oceanic with naval architecture and technical supervision overseen by Burness Corlett and Three Quays Marine . The exterior and interior design of this yacht for sale is the work of Winch Design featuring rich furnishings with deep reds, dark woods and brocades. Guest accommodations are spread over five decks, all of which are served by an elevator, and comfortably sleeps 14 guests in seven en suite cabins.

Highlights of her interior include a glass-topped atrium covering the main spiral staircase ascending through all six decks, a comfortable cinema and a winter garden dining area that can be opened or enclosed by glass sliding doors.

A fully-equipped spa with a swimming pool is located forward of the helipad and has a retractable roof. The garage is large enough to accommodate several toys including six jet skis and a small car while two luxury Diva Royal guest tenders are located onboard along with two further tenders.

Twin 2,682 hp MTU diesel engines deliver a top speed of 16 knots and a range of 6,000 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 13 knots. She is fitted with at-anchor stabilisers for exceptional guest comfort.

Built to Lloyds Class and LY2 Large Yacht Code, she can operate to commercial requirements under a Cayman Islands Flag. Running with a crew of 23 and with accommodation for 10 personal staff, she has much to offer a potential buyer. Her interiors boast a cinema, opulent main saloon and fully equipped galley.

Captain Gordon Percy, who assisted with the sale, said: "Of all the clients we had visit with the intention to buy, I feel she [ Sarafsa ] was purchased by the best client for the yacht, as the client is very motivated and willing to consecrate the time and money to bring her back to her former glory and some more."

Sarafsa, now renamed Pure , will now enter a major refit with "big interior and exterior changes", according to Percy. The project will be managed by JMS Yachting.

She was asking €65,000,000. The buying broker has not been disclosed.

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SARAFSA Yacht – Elite $150M Superyacht

SARASFA cost the 150 million dollars and costs about an average of 10-15 million dollars annually.

SARAFSA yacht interior

The interior of the SARAFSA yacht was beautifully designed by Andrew Winch Design , a company based in London, famously known for its expert yacht engineering designs.

Andrew Winch’s designs are famous for their involvement in the creation of the Boeing 737 plane. 

Along with this, they also have a hefty number of superyachts in their portfolio; one of these is the Madame Gu superyacht owned by Andrei Skotch which spans a length of 99 meters and was launched back on February 7, 2013.

Another is the Dilbar superyacht, launched back on November 14, 2015, which has an overall length of 156 meters. Dilbar is currently owned by Alisher Usmanov.

Inside the SARAFSA are some incredible amenities for guests to utilize. She has a six-deck structure, a garden-style dining room, a spa, a stunning retractable roof on the sun deck for sunbathing, and even a full-out helipad. She also has access to a personal car.

Welcoming guests and crew is also no problem for the SARASFA. She can comfortably welcome 12 guests by utilizing her spacious six cabins and can also hold 20 crew members at a time, courtesy of her ten crew cabins.

Specifications

The SARAFSA yacht has an overall length of 82 meters and a beam of 15 meters. She has been engineered to have a steel hull, an aluminum superstructure, and a Teak deck.

With her impressive length, she is one of only 58 yachts in the 80–90-meter yacht bracket size.

She weighs a hefty 3,180 tons and is being powered by MTU engines three times 450 kilowatts.

Because of her powerful engines, it allows SARAFSA to travel at cruising speeds of 13 knots and can go up to a maximum speed of 15 knots. 

With a large enough fuel tank, she can easily cover a distance of over 6000 nautical miles.

SARAFSA Yacht is currently not for sale, the total amount of 150 million dollars and runs an annual cost of 10-15 million dollars.

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Sarafsa is a custom motor yacht launched in 2008 by Devonport Yachts in Appledore, United Kingdom.

Devonport Yachts was acquired by Pendennis Shipyard Ltd in February 2010. More recently Devonport has been rebranded as Pendennis Plus to align itself more effectively with the Pendennis Group of Companies.

Sarafsa measures 82.00 metres in length, with a max draft of 3.70 metres and a beam of 15.00 metres. She has a deck material of teak.

Sarafsa has a steel hull with an aluminium superstructure.

Winch Design is an award-winning design studio, established in 1986 as a specialist exterior and interior yacht designer, by Andrew Winch and his wife Jane.

Sarafsa also features naval architecture by Burness Corlett - Three Quays Limited.

Performance and Capabilities

Sarafsa has a top speed of 16.50 knots and a cruising speed of 13.00 knots. She is powered by a twin screw propulsion system.

She also has a range of 6,000 nautical miles.

Accommodation

Sarafsa accommodates up to 12 guests . She also houses room for up to 20 crew members.

Other Specifications

Sarafsa has a hull NB of 54.

Sarafsa is a Lloyds Register class yacht. She flies the flag of the Cayman Islands.

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82m  /  269' | devonport | 2008.

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• Impressive 6,000nm range
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The 82m/269' motor yacht 'Pure' (ex. Sarafsa) was built by Devonport at their Appledore shipyard. Her interior is styled by British designer design house Winch Design and she was completed in 2008. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work of Winch Design.

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Pure has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 14 guests in 7 suites. She is also capable of carrying up to 20 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.

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Her features include a spa, beauty salon, WiFi and air conditioning.

Range & Performance

Pure is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, with teak decks. Powered by twin diesel MTU (16V 4000 M61) 2,682hp engines, she comfortably cruises at 13 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 16 knots with a range of up to 6,000 nautical miles from her 354,830 litre fuel tanks at 13 knots. Pure features at-anchor stabilizers providing exceptional comfort levels. Her water tanks store around 122,720 Litres of fresh water. She was built to Lloyds Register ✠ 100A1 SSC YACHT (P), MONO,G6 ✠ LMC, UMS classification society rules, and is MCA Compliant.

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A Summary of Motor Yacht SARAFSA

The motor yacht SARAFSA is a 82 metre 269 (ft) important steel boat which was made by Devonport and concieved by Devonport and Burness Corlett - Three Quays. Accommodating 12 passengers and 20 qualified crew, motor yacht SARAFSA used to be (Project 54). This balanced boat has been envisaged from naval architects Devonport and Burness Corlett - Three Quays. Andrew Winch undertook her interior design brief.

M/Y SARAFSA is was designed for a Middle Eastern owner who previously owned a 54m Amels now called M/Y Faribana. The 82m majestic yacht has a six-deck structure, a glass topped atrium, a winter garden style dining room that can be open or enclosed thanks to sliding glass screens and a spa with a retractable roof on the sun deck, forward of the helipad. The mega yacht SARAFSA has a wide range of amenities including her own car.

Building & Design relating to Luxury Yacht SARAFSA

Devonport was the naval architect firm involved in the technical vessel plans for SARAFSA. Her interior design was completed by Andrew Winch. Devonport and Burness Corlett - Three Quays is also associated with the yacht general design work for this boat. In 2008 she was actually launched to triumph in Appledore and post sea trials and finishing touches was thereafter passed on to the yacht owner. Devonport completed their new build motor yacht in the United Kingdom. A sizeable area is achieved with a total beam (width) of 15 m or 49.21 feet. With a 3.7m (12.14ft) draught (maximum depth) she is reasonably deep. The material steel was used in the building of the hull of the motor yacht. Her superstructure over the hull is built out of aluminium.

M/Y SARAFSA Engine Room / Performance:

Installed with two MTU diesel main engines, SARAFSA will attain a high speed of 15 knots. Her propulsion units are twin screw propellers. She also has an economical range of 6000 miles whilst sailing at her cruising speed of 13 knots. Her total HP is 4000 HP and her total Kilowatts are 2984.

The Accommodation Capacity On Aboard Superyacht SARAFSA:

The imposing luxury yacht M/Y SARAFSA can accommodate a total of 12 guests in addition to 20 crew.

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During October 2009 SARAFSA cruised Sartène, in France. This motor yacht has cruised the waters near Département de la Corse-du-Sud during October 2009.

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The 82m (269ft) SARAFSA has a steel hull and aluminium superstructure constructed to Lloyd’s classification and delivered by British shipyard Devonport Yachts in 2008. Inside and out she is the single vision of Winch Design and her naval architecture is by Burness Corlett Three Quays.

This is a yacht of extraordinary volume, with five guest decks all served by an elevator, a beam of 15m (49.2ft) and an interior volume of 3,179GT. Only ever used privately, SARAFSA represents a rare opportunity to own a large northern European yacht at a fraction of the replacement cost at a time when shipyards have wait times of several years.

The sun deck is a wellness centre with hammam, gym, spa pool and jacuzzi beneath a retractable roof and the stairwell atrium has an etched glass skylight. There is a sit-up bar and the extensive sun deck area aft serves two additional purposes: as stowage for tenders on passage and as a helipad.

Below is a dedicated owner's deck with an observation lounge forward featuring several seating areas including outside seating. The owner's suite aft has its own lobby, bathroom with bath, very large walk-in wardrobe, changing room and spacious private terrace aft. There is also a guest cabin forward with walk-in wardrobe, bathroom and another staff/security double cabin to port.

Entertainment is the theme on the bridge deck. There is an 11-seat cinema opposite the owner's private study. Aft is a large informal lounge with a fully equipped bar and a formal dining room for 16 guests aft with glass screens that create a winter garden area or an open dining area. Outside is a sun lounge with bar and buffet positions and the bridge deck also has a VIP suite forward to starboard.

The main deck has three guest suites forward and a convertible suite-sized guest lounge with en suite shower room completing accommodation for 14 guests in seven suites. There is a second formal dining room for 14 guests, a hair salon, a more formal lounge aft and beyond an ante room is the main deck aft with steps leading down to an extensive swim platform. The main deck also has two shell doors concealing her 9m (29.5ft) and 8m (26.2ft) tenders.

Her lower deck has an additional 10 staff (or junior guest) cabins for 14 guests or staff and SARAFSA also sleeps 23 crew. A teak guest boarding terrace and beach club area next to the elevator lobby. In the lazarette aft is stowage for a host of watertoys, a dive locker and a compact car.

Twin 2,682hp MTU diesel engines give her a top speed of 16 knots and a transoceanic range of 6,000nm at her cruising speed of 13 knots. Zero speed stabilisers provide exceptional comfort at anchor.

Following a substantial price reduction of EUR 10,000,000 on 4 October 2022, SARAFSA is now asking EUR 65,000,000 and she is currently lying in Monaco, where she will stay over winter, and we would be delighted to arrange an inspection. This yacht has a very motivated seller and all genuine offers will be seriously considered. Please contact your Burgess broker to find out more.

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However, since the Amadea’s seizure, another Russian oligarch, Eduard Khudainatov, who is not currently under U.S. sanctions, has claimed to be the yacht’s rightful owner — an assertion U.S. authorities deny.

Prosecutors allege that new documents show Kerimov’s niece, Alisa Gadzhieva, entered into a loan agreement with the company that owns the yacht, Errigal Marine Limited, and then made two payments to Khudainatov’s holding company, Invest International Finance Ltd, Intelligence Online reported .

“The United States takes sanction evasion seriously and will use all tools at its disposal to ensure that sanctioned individuals are held accountable for their crimes,” U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York Damian Williams said in an earlier statement . 

The ship belongs to an array of high-value luxury items linked to Kerimov, including private jets and sportscars, like a $650,000 Ferrari that Kerimov totaled in a fiery crash on the French Riviera in 2006. 

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The yacht’s seizure followed ICIJ’s Pandora Papers, which included revelations on the offshore financial empire of Kerimov and his closest associates. The investigation showed billions of dollars flowing through opaque offshore shell companies associated with Kerimov, and covert money flows tied to oligarchs and others close to the Kremlin. It also highlighted offshore professionals who have helped oligarchs secretly buy luxury assets like yachts and jets.

Gadzhieva’s brother, Kerimov’s nephew Nariman Gadzhiev, is also under U.S. sanctions for allegedly serving as an assistant and financial facilitator for Kerimov. ICIJ’s reporting showed that, in 2012, a firm registered in Gadzhiev’s name worked with Credit Suisse to secure a $67 million loan for the acquisition of a custom-built Boeing 737 Business Jet as well as a Bombardier Global Express jet. A few years later, an article in Forbes Russia described Kerimov as owning the same kind of Boeing jet.

The Amadea, which is currently in U.S. custody, has already cost over $7 million in taxpayer funds to maintain while the legal battle plays out, The Guardian reported.  

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