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Less is more.

As the appeal of yacht ownership grows ever stronger, to provide the sanctuary and escape we all need, we talk to two Burgess specialists in the latest growth market: the sub-50m sector.

Less is more. It's a simple phrase that captures the attraction of a smaller investment in a larger lifestyle.

Following 2020, a year like no other, many of us have seen the value of having a self-contained space closed off from the world where we can enjoy the pure ocean light, smell the sea air and enjoy a taste of the freedom we miss. The sub-50m yacht market provides that haven and it's growing faster than ever.

Here we speak to two specialists in that market: Miami's Keith Maling outlines the sub-50m motor yacht market while Palma's Jamie Small explains the attraction of sailing yachts.

Keith Maling on the sub-50m motor yacht market

The sub-50m market remains very strong and has the numbers to support it.

Most experienced yachtsmen choose an 'entry level' superyacht in the 30-50m sector, as evidenced by the recent sales successes of the Benetti 50 NOW series and the introduction of the new Benetti Oasis series at 34m. Most shipyards are having unprecedented success in this size range and companies such as Overmarine (Mangusta) have funded the development of several 'entry level' superyachts from 30-46m, with order books filling fast.

40.8m (133.8ft) REBECA one of the innovative Benetti Oasis series Brand new to the Burgess charter fleet

Pre-owned 30-50m inventories, although scarce at present, are more affordable and there are still opportunities for the pre-owned buyer. Many new build and late model series yachts in this category find their way to astute buyers, as this size range gives the owner the luxury of a higher volume yacht with an efficient platform and smaller footprint.

There is greater opportunity for owners, family and guests to participate in the yachting lifestyle in a more intimate way than with larger superyachts. This category offers the ability to participate in more environmentally friendly itineraries and operations.

Below are five Burgess Central Agency yachts currently for sale with Burgess. If you want to know more about any of these yachts, new builds with short delivery times or the wider pre-owned sales fleet in this size range, do please get in touch.

SPACE

Asking price EUR 22,500,000

Built by legendary Dutch yard Feadship to full Lloyd's and MCA class and delivered in 2007, the 44.7m (146.5ft) SPACE was built to the highest specification by an experienced owner. With 499GT for her eight guests in four spacious cabins, she outshines the other yachts in the F45 Series with a highly enhanced interior designed by Donald Starkey and customised by Peter Marino.

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SAMHAN

Asking price USD 13,500,000

The 49.9m Mangusta 165 SAMHAN has had her asking price reduced by USD 2,000,000, making her the most competitively priced Mangusta 165 on the market. Delivered by Italian shipyard Overmarine in 2007, SAMHAN combines style, space and speed. Stefano Righini's design brings a sophisticated and contemporary flair to the yacht. Powered by triple 3,650hp MTU diesel engines, with low hours, SAMHAN clocks impressive maximum speed of 38 knots and cruises at 30 knots. Shallow draft of 1.5m (4.9ft) ensures access to almost any anchorage making her perfect for island hopping.

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MUCHOS MAS

Asking price USD 28,499,000

Built in GRP to Lloyd's class and delivered in 2016 by Crescent Custom Yachts in Canada, the 43.9m (144ft) MUCHOS MAS has a striking gun-metal grey hull with interiors by Seattle's Jonathan Quinn Barnett. Featuring rich walnut burl panels, grey tweed wall coverings and rift-sawn white oak flooring, her 491GT internal volume offers her 11 guests in five cabins a contemporary, welcoming environment, one that has made her a sought after charter yacht.

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ALTAVITA

Asking price EUR 9,950,000

ALTAVITA, one of the successful Majesty 125 series, is currently operating as a popular charter yacht in the Burgess fleet but would also be very well suited to private use. The secret of the series' success is the abundant exterior spaces and the focus on integrating them with light, bright, airy, 299GT interiors. ALTAVITA herself has a range of upgrades that distinguish her as unique, including a folding balcony on the starboard main deck, next to full height sliding glass doors that lead into the main saloon, and a hydraulic swim platform.

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ARETE

Asking price EUR 15,900,000

Built in The Netherlands by the esteemed shipyard Bloesma Van Breeman ARETE was delivered in 2014 measuring 44m (144ft) in length. Exquisite craftsmanship and design can be admired throughout this vessel as she was built to very high standards with Pieter Beeldsnijder as her interior and exterior designer. With 480GT of interior volume ARETE can accommodate up to 12 guests comfortably across five well-appointed cabins.

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Jamie Small on the sub-50m sailing yacht market

We continue to see strong interest in a market where demand is outstripping supply due to a number of factors. These are a contraction of the number of custom sailing yacht builders globally, rising costs of new builds and the accelerated interest in the sailing yacht sector post Covid.

The ability to escape the madding crowd has never been more important than in today’s world, and that moment when the engine goes off and you are under sail power alone, it is truly unique. Indeed that search for peace and quiet means the sailing yacht sector often has the lowest levels of sound and vibration you will find and environmentally, a sailing yacht offers you a fraction of the fuel costs and emissions.

48.2m (158.1ft) MORNING GLORY Combines comfort and convenience with efficiency and exhilaration

Modern deck equipment means far fewer crew are required, cutting operational costs still further, but ultimately it is the stand-out elegance and grace a sailing yacht offers that makes ownership a very unique experience. Whether you prefer comfort over performance, classic beauty over modern style, the available brokerage options have this covered.

Here, we run through five of the pick of the sailing yacht market...

ALCANARA

Asking price EUR 3,950,000

The 29.1m (95.5ft) ALCANARA was delivered to her first owner, an Olympic yachtsman, in 2009 by Steve Ward & Co in Perth, Australia, with hull design by Dubois and interiors by Rhoades Young, giving her outstanding pedigree. All aluminium and built to Lloyd's class, she has been professionally operated since new, including a recent hull repaint and a recaulked deck. She welcomes six guests in three cabins.

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RIBELLE

Asking price on application

This award winning, regatta winning 32.6m (106.9ft) performance yacht was built in carbon fibre and titanium by carbon specialists Green Marine in the UK and finished by Dutch luxury sailing yacht specialist Vitters. With hull design by Malcolm McKeon and spectacular interiors by Remi Tessier, including a glazed copachroof with copper sheathed mullions, she accommodates six guests in three cabins.

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MORNING GLORY

Asking price USD 9,995,000 (EU VAT paid)

The 48.2m (158.1ft) MORNING GLORY is a ketch-rigged yacht delivered in 1993 by Italian yacht specialist Perini Navi. Her steel hull and aluminium superstructure were constructed to ABS classification and designed inside and out by the yard's in-house team. She was extensively rebuilt in 2010 and refitted again in 2016-17 including a full repaint among many other works. She sleeps eight guests in four cabins.

MIKADO

Asking price USD 3,250,000

The 46.9m (154ft) MIKADO is a ketch rigged motor sailing yacht delivered in 1987 by the Hitachi Zosen Corp Shipyard in Japan to exterior designs by William Garden of Canada and interiors redesigned in 1998 by Naomi Leff & Associates of New York. Always professionally maintained with shipyard periods every 18-24 months, she welcomes up to nine guests in five cabins.

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BORKUMRIFF IV

Asking price EUR 14,900,000 (EU VAT paid)

The 50.6m (166ft) BORKUMRIFF IV is an auxiliary sailing schooner delivered by Dutch sailing superyacht specialists Royal Huisman in 2002 to exterior design by the famed John Alden and interiors by the celebrated John Munford. This much loved family yacht, still under her original ownership, has been unstintingly maintained and continually upgraded by professionals. She presents in outstanding condition.

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Less is more.

As the appeal of yacht ownership grows ever stronger, to provide the sanctuary and escape we all need, we talk to two Burgess specialists in the latest growth market: the sub-50m sector.

Keith Maling on the sub-50m motor yacht market

1. Purchase price is very competitive

2. Lower cost of operation: fuel, berthing, insurance, maintenance etc.

3. Lower crew costs as 5-9 crew is sufficient

4. A larger market should you choose to sell or charter your yacht