65ft Yacht KELEA for Charter Vacation - Builder Privilege Yard - Sleeps 10 Guests

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Operating in Caribbean

SPECIFICATIONS

Length 65ft 0in (19.8m)
Beam 35ft 1in (10.7m)
Draft 5ft 11in (1.8m)
Sleeps 10 Guests
Cabins 5
Crew Captain Shawn Hardesty & Chef

Year Built 1994
Cruising Speed 9kts
Max Speed 12kts
Stabilisers None
Engines 2 X 110 hp Yanmars

Builder Privilege Yard
Designer Jeantot
Flag St. Vincent and Grenadines
VAT Registered No
US Duty Paid Yes

APPROXIMATE WEEKLY RATE

High USD $34,975 | Low USD $24,500

FEATURES & AMENITIES

Indoor audio system, iPod dock, MP3 music server, Outdoor audio system, TV all cabins, TV saloon, Wi-Fi, 16ft/4.9m Nautica 70hp, Floating mats, Kayak, Paddleboard, Swimming noodles, Tube - towable, Wakeboard, Water skis - adult, Book library, Deck shower, Fishing gear - light, Ice maker, Special diets, Sun cushions, Swim platform, Water maker

ACCOMMODATIONS

Sleeps 10 In 5 Cabins

Kelea accommodates up to ten guests in 5 guests cabins, all ensuite: one centerline master king suite forward, and four queen-berth guest suites.
For Winter Season 2019/2020 and onward: Kelea accommodates up to ten guests in 5 guests cabins, all ensuite: one centerline master king suite forward, and three queen-berth guest suites, as well as a starboard forward upper & lower twin berth suite. Please enquire with your charter broker regarding availability of the one King and 4 Queens layout.
Kelea is fully air-rconditioned throughout and makes her own purified water onboard.

DIVING EQUIPMENT

Not Insured, Crew can instruct, Crew certified, Diving if accompanied, Snorkelling gear, 1 Compressor, 8 Tanks, 8 BCs, 8 Regulators, Master,

CERTIFIED DIVERS

All 7-day charters aboard Kelea include 5 dives for certified divers. Additional dives can be added based upon weather, itinerary and captain’s discretion.

Additional Dives*: $50 per dive, per diver

Try Scuba: $150/diver, this course does not provide a certification

Referrals: $200/diver

Basic Open Water Scuba Course: $300/diver (excludes book fee with online code)

Advanced Scuba Diver Course: $150 (excludes book fee with online code)

YACHT CREW

Captain: Shawn Hardesty

Shawn’s love for the ocean began when he was only a few months old on the coast of North Carolina. Shawn grew up in Carolina Beach, NC where he learned to read the wind and waves and developed a passion to share his love of the ocean with others.

Shawn graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in 2011 with a degree in Marine Biology. Shortly after college, Shawn moved to Nicaragua to pursue his love of the ocean and worked as a Captain and surf guide for NicaSurf tours.

Following a couple great years in Central America, Shawn moved back to the states to continue his life on the water. In doing so, Shawn has spent the past 5 years working aboard world class super yachts. In which time, he has obtained his USCG Captains License as well as his American Sailing Association Certification.

Shawn and Autumn met in September of 2013 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where they were both searching for their first superyacht jobs. A week later, they found separate jobs on different boats, starting three years of long distance dating. In December of 2016, they decided it was time for an adventure and decided to travel New Zealand for a year together in a campervan they renovated themselves.

Chef & Mate: Autumn Hardesty

Autumn was born in Michigan where she grew up swimming in the freshwater of the Great Lakes. After high school she studied massage therapy and yoga in Costa Rica where she fell in love with the salty ocean and travelling to new places. In 2013, Autumn moved to Florida to become a yacht stewardess. A job that would take her to many exotic places, even all the way back to lake Michigan.

For the last five years, Autumn has worked on multiple world class yachts in which she collaborated closely with five-star chefs from around the world. Learning from her yacht chef coworkers, she has developed a passion for creating exciting and healthy dishes that create memories.

Shawn and Autumn love to spend time on the water, whether it’s diving, snorkeling, surfing, paddling or sailing. They are excited to bring their captain and crew knowledge of charter yachts to give you a sailing vacation you won’t forget.

YACHT MENU

A sampler from the galley aboard KELEA

BREAKFAST / Served with fresh and local fruits

Breakfast Enchiladas  sage ground sausage / roasted pobllno pepper / local eggs 
Butterscotch Banana Bread  Caribbean grown bananas / coconut custard creme / hickory smoked bacon 
Florentine Eggs  poached eggs / wilted spinach / homemade artisan bread / stone-ground mustard hollandaise
Lemon-Blueberry French Toast  homemade pound cake / maple butter creme fraiche
Huevos Rancheros  pan fried corn tortilla / fried egg / locally sourced greens and fresh fruit

lUNCH

Caribbean Jerk Shrimp Salad  lime dressed arugula / papaya pico de gallo / homemade marinated onions 
Roasted Cauliflower and Orzo Salad  Whole wheat orzo / roasted cauliflower / organic cranberries / blackened chicken / lemon-shallotmarinated spinach 
Coconut-Crusted Fish Tacos  cilantro and lime red cabbage slaw / red chili aioli / watermelon mint salad 
Chesapeake Style Crabcakes  fresh chopped strawberries / cucumber mint salad / homemade garlic crostini / lemon garlic aioli 
Grilled Chicken Lettuce Wraps  grilled boneless chicken breast / green apples / fresh dill / garbanzo beans / toasted pita 
Flame-Grilled Hawaiian Burger  pineapple dressing / toasted onion bun / red onion and lettuce / Dijon potato salad

APPETIZERS

Fresh Catch Ceviche  locally caught fish / scallops / shrimp / mango / blue corn tortillas 
Tuscan White-Bean Hummus  toasted pita / vegetable medley 
Charcuterie Platter  assorted cheeses and meats 
Spring Caprese Salad  grilled peaches / heirloom tomatoes / prosciutto / fresh basil / balsamic reduction 
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup  braised apples and onions / goat cheese and Vidalia onion medallion

ENTREES

Lemon-Chicken Roulade  fresh parsley, mint and capers / goat cheese / parmesan mashed potatoes l homemade bread crostini / buerre blanc 
Dijon Marinated Lamb Lollipops  seasonal roasted legumes / balsamic cherry tomatoes / truffle creme fraiche 
Wasabi-Crusted Seared Ahi Tuna  locally sourced Ahi / edamame-ginger salad / coconut rice / wasabi aioli 
Grilled New York Strip Steak  seasoned NY Strip / homemade chimichurri sauce / Mexican street corn / lime-dressed arugula / avocado
Fresh Garden lasagna heirloom tomato marinara / homemade ricotta / sage ground sausage and turkey / fresh zuchinni / local basil 
Rosemary Infused Filet Mignon  roasted Brussels sprouts and apples / horseradish mashed potatoes / fresh garlic and rosemary cold-pressed butter

DESSERTS

Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Coconut-Mango Cheesecake
Miniature Key lime Pie
Homemade Peanut Butter Cup
Cafe Rum Bread Pudding

YACHT LAYOUT

YACHT TESTIMONIALS

November, 2017, guests aboard KELEA said:

We have been coming to the BVI and French West Indies since the late 90's. At last count we just completed our 9th trip, most recently on the 'Kelea' in the BVI's.

Our first trip was on an old Cat named the Last Fancy with a husband and wife that were owners/operators. We had the time of our life and we never realized that we did not know what we did not know - that is to say there were some mighty beautiful boats out there. We soon realized that we had to come back and charter a newer/bigger boat with more amenities. We did this numerous times and it seems that each boat was nicer and each crew was better than the last.

Our experience on Kelea was no different - from a mighty 65 footer that can cruise at 9+ knots to the beautiful salon of blonde woods and the largest galley I have ever seen. Because she can provision and hold so much we never had to stop and we wanted for absolutely nothing the entire week! And this was 8 passengers and 2 crew!

This leads me to the crew - Dan and Alli Shivone... As I mentioned we have had the privilege to have chartered some of the finest Cat's in the Caribbean and thus experienced some of the best crews. I can categorically state without any hesitation that Dan and Alli were the best! It seemed that all of our personalities meshed perfectly from Alli's bubbly and energetic persona to Dan's down to business yet dry and quick wit. All this lent itself to not only a wonderful trip from their technical abilities but also their personal qualities that led to great discussions, fun games, superb dives and lots and lots of laughs!

My wife and I highly recommend this boat but more importantly - this crew - for your dream vacation and the time of your life!

Rich and Lori K.

Chino Hills, CA

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