The 73 meter Superyacht Laurel was launched way back in 2006 by Seattle-based Delta Marine. For five years, her owners managed to shield this beauty from the world, but this beauty with her blue hull has finally been revealed to the world. A beauty like no other, the superyacht commands attention with its compelling design and high-tech features. The Laurel is a superb yacht that can accommodate as many as 12 passengers on board and has around 19 crew members. The firm of naval architecture which delivered her plans and general arangement on the yacht was Delta Design Group and Donald Starkey Designs. Donald Starkey Designs in addition was responsible for her interior design.
Upon boarding, the main aft deck feels welcoming with a spacious outdoor seating, consisting of two symmetrically placed arrangements of chairs, sofa’s and coffee tables. Combined with plump navy blue cushions, the wicker furnishings form a suitable impression of the warmth and cosiness that Laurel offers aplenty.
The main aft deck with a spacious outdoor seating, consisting of two symmetrically placed arrangements of chairs, sofa’s and coffee tables screams comfort and luxury. The main saloon does not break the theme of comfort and luxury set by the main aft deck and is situated around an octagonal carpet. Soft, shapely sofas and chairs only add to the charm of this space.
Moving into the main dining room, the overall atmosphere slightly shifts from intimate to more grand, without losing an ounce of warmth. A staircase takes you to the different spaces of this luxury yacht. The owner’s suite offers optimum privacy with a separate lobby and study areas. The Master stateroom offers two outside terraces, port and starboard side respectively.
Ensuring privacy and an ultimate luxury, the Master stateroom offers two outside terraces, port and starboard side respectively. Romantic views, a pleasant breeze and ample privacy outside are only a few steps away, enjoying either sun or shade.
Guest cabins are configured into five doubles, including one with an extra available Pullman, and one twin, all situated on the lower deck and large en suite bathrooms, two offering luxurious bathtubs and four fitted with big shower areas.
The upper deck is designed is perfect for entertaining with ample space and privacy. An informal sky lounge located adjacent the remarkably spacious aft deck, makes this space perfect for entertaining. There is also a library that can be converted into a media room. A private al fresco dining area, additional outdoor seating and large fixed sofas make up the upper deck. An aft sundeck area and Jacuzzi, the latter adjacent to the vessel’s very own herb garden, and sunbeds and loungers aplenty make it a perfect space for sunbathing.
The motor yacht retains twin responsive Caterpillar main engines and can find a industrious maximum speed of 18.3 knots. The main engine of the ship creates 2,500 horse power. Her total HP is 5000. Her propulsion units are twin screw propellers. As for the yacht’s stabalisers she was built with Quantum Zero Speed. Concerning bow thruster maneuverability she was built with Jastram. Laurel has an convienient cruising speed is 16.8 knots which provides a range of 6,000.
For all those who have $85 million to indulge in this beauty, the Laurel is actually up for sale with Fraser Yachts. She is also available for charter with Burgess.