Islands Group

Islands Group Yacht Ownership

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Are you considering yacht ownership and prefer to take your holidays in the Mediterranean? Are high running costs and the extensive maintenance efforts required keeping you from enjoying the advantages, privileges, and lower cost of ownership? The Islands Group ownership programme costs less than a typical equivalent charter/rental while delivering the superior experience and benefits of owning your own yacht.

Take advantage of the benefits of owning an incredible new Berret Racoupeau and Nauta designed Bénéteau Océanis 50' or a Bruce Farr designed Bénéteau 57' without the hassle and high cost. We focus only on the top end of a superb range to offer an uncompromising level of quality, comfort, safety, and sophistication.

Benefits of Ownership-

Whether you are holidaying with your family or close friends the rights of ownership make for a far superior experience whilst saving costs in the long term. Our programme is designed to carefully select individuals who take pride in ownership- and then to remove the hassle, cost, and annoyances of doing it all on your own.

Consider the significant value and convenience compared to individual purchase or frequent chartering of equivalent & comparisons of 3x the cost to other fractional programs on a similarly sized and equipped custom yacht.

If you're not yet an experienced sailor or just want to be well taken care of we can provide an optional captain, crew, or chef as desired or you can be the captain on your own once certified. Our priority is to get you ready for an unforgettable luxurious holiday in the Med at a fraction of the cost.

Destinations-

Your sailing destinations can be flexibly scheduled to both unique and familiar locations across the Mediterranean. Cruising locations available include Italy, Croatia, the Greek Islands, and Turkey. As a partial owner of your yacht new destinations can be undertaken as long as logistically possible. And as we grow new options will be possible to enjoy on comparable yachts.

Yacht Ownership without the Hassle...

Yacht ownership is time consuming. To keep your yacht in the best possible condition requires tremendous cost, time and effort. Would you rather spend your hard earned holidays on the water or elbow deep in repairs, cleaning, and maintenance?

Have a guaranteed incredible holiday each year aboard one of the most beautiful and prestigious yachts on the water.
Save money - own a higher spec yacht for 1/12th of the cost.
Save time - spend it on the water not working on your holiday.
Stress free - full walk on walk off service.
No need to deal with the annoyance of dealing and negotiating with strangers on your holiday.
No requirement of taking an unknown captain and crew along.
No need to worry about your boat when not on-board.
Professional, experienced staff caring for you and your yacht and providing support.
Experience and take pride in ownership of one of the most refined and superb handling performance cruising yachts ever built.
Professional training programs to get you started as needed.
Island Club annual invitation to our week long sail social. (Greek Islands 2008)
The most cost effective and hassle free way to get on the water.

Yacht Ownership without the High Cost...

Yacht ownership is expensive. The considerable cost of the yacht itself and additional costs include delivery, mooring, maintenance, insurance and cleaning. Consider how often you are likely to use your yacht in a year. For most people sole ownership does not make economical sense. Why waste time and expense messing about with the hassle of full ownership that you will not make use of? Or the costly and at times unpleasant experience of dealing with unpredictable chartering companies?

The Bénéteau Océanis 50'-

The Bénéteau Oceanis 50' is a superb top of the range yacht that was recently redesigned with a super-yacht influence and touch by the notable Berret Racoupeau and Nauta design. On its own it’s a terrific value- we have looked at many choices before making this selection for the Islands Group ownership programme.

From Bénéteau-

"A prestigious yacht that heralds a new era in the history of blue water cruising yachts. The Océanis 50 is an unequivocal invitation to delight in her design, comfort and performance. The hull and deck plan are the work of the Berret Racoupeau design office. Their designs have led to the creation of an aesthetically powerful and attractive yacht with remarkable sea keeping qualities. The interior architecture and design are by Nauta Design. This great Italian name, a benchmark in the super yacht world, has helped the Océanis 50 achieve her true personality – one of contemporary lines where luminosity, comfort and wellbeing take precedence on board."

Price Comparison for the Bénéteau 50'-

Ownership Benefits	Islands Group	Sole Ownership	Charter/ Rent
Yearly Usage	4 weeks per 1/12^th share	?	?
Avg. Cost Per Day	£ 180	?	£ 600+
True Ownership	YES	YES	NO
Professional Capt/Crew	Your Choice	NO	Required
Professional Management	YES	NO	N/A
Professionally Maintained/Cleaned	YES	NO	SOME
Scheduling Flexibility	YES	N/A	YES
Trade Incentives	YES	N/A	N/A
Value/Affordability	YES	NO	NO
Vacation Planning	Available	NO	SOME
Acquisition / Disposition Plan	YES	No	N/A
Integrity, Honesty, Commitment to You	YES	N/A	SOME
Cost for additional guests on board	No!	No!	Some!

* All prices are for guidance purposes only. Please contact us for a full costing breakdown.

The Bénéteau 57'

The 57' is a leap above your typical large sail boat and is a true and impressive yacht that competes with the best of the exclusive custom yards (Oyster, etc). The B57 is within its own class and with out direct comparisons outside of the super-yacht customs that will cost many times the price and require an order of magnitude of additional costly maintenance.

From Bénéteau-

"A voyage takes on a whole new dimension aboard a Bénéteau 57. The dream-like silhouette, by Farr Yacht Design, unforgettable comfort, sophisticated materials and luxurious finishes…This top of the line Bénéteau will satisfy even the most demanding owner.

Designed by Farr Yacht Design, this powerful 57-foot passagemaker sets a new standard for production sailing yachts. Her brilliant details have been so well thought out that, in fact, she may perhaps even exceed the aspirations of some semi-custom yards. No other vessel in her class has ever delivered this smart combination of styling, luxury, performance at such unequaled value."

From the Sailing Magazine Boat Test-

“Where would we be without dreams? For years, Francois Chalain, Beneteau’ s chief designer and in-house conceptualist, dreamed about creating a production boat like the new 57. His vision centered on a powerful sailing machine with the kind of luxurious amenities and long list of standard features that would permanently alter the public’ s perception of the world’ s largest sailboat builder, placing it squarely among the ranks of the elite custom boat builders. And as lofty as those aspirations are, there is also a practical side to Beneteau’ s stunning new flagship. Dealer Chuck Laughlin of St. Barts Yachts in Charleston, South Carolina, puts it in perspective: “ The 57 is a natural progression, it’ s the next step up for Beneteau 50 owners. ”

Step, however, is too mild a word. The new 57 is a leap for Beneteau—this is a departure boat, a statement boat. Designed by Bruce Farr, (with close collaboration from Chalain) this new center-cockpit passage maker has genuinely raised the bar for production builders as it combines a hull form that allows for luxurious accommodations and yet one that offers surprising performance. What is not surprising is that Beneteau has deployed all of its manufacturing moxie to bring the 57 to market at a base price that will make other builders seasick with envy.”

Price Comparison for the Bénéteau 57'-

Ownership Benefits	Islands Group	Sole Ownership	Charter/ Rent
Yearly Usage	4 weeks per 1/12th share	?	?
Avg. Cost Per Day	£ 290	?	£ 1,000+
True Ownership	YES	YES	NO
Professional Capt/Crew	Your Choice	NO	Required
Professional Management	YES	NO	N/A
Professionally Maintained/Cleaned	YES	NO	SOME
Scheduling Flexibility	YES	N/A	YES
Trade Incentives	YES	N/A	N/A
Value/Affordability	YES	NO	NO
Vacation Planning	Available	NO	SOME
Acquisition / Disposition Plan	YES	No	N/A
Integrity, Honesty, Commitment to You	YES	N/A	SOME

* All prices are for guidance purposes only. Please contact us for a full costing breakdown.

Islands 2008

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Islands 2008- Week Long Sailing Extravaganza(June 2008)

8 days, 7 nights, 10 yachts
Host: Islands Group

Date: June, 2008
Location: Greek Islands

We are planning the ultimate sailing trip next summer 2008 to the Greek Islands. We'll have 10 yachts (a flotilla) for about 80-90 people. Each day will be filled with exploring, swimming, sailing, racing, training, chef prepared dinners, and a few festivities. Space is pretty limited so we're starting to make an invitation list. Once costs, an itinerary, and dates are set we'll be asking for confirmation and a small deposit to hold your spot(s). We're trying to make the group a split mix of couples and singles, men and women... Tentative timing is in June 2008. Please respond to note your interest to join our preview invitation list!

The Process

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FAQ

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What is fractional yacht ownership?

Allowing multiple owners to have a shared investment interest in a single yacht. Allowing typically the same or greater average yearly usage.

Why is fractional ownership a good idea?

Typically a single owner must carry the hefty burden of maintaining a vessel all year with only minimal usage. With fractional ownership, you save money by paying only for the portion you are using.

Do I actually own the boat?

Yes ! You are an owner of the yacht.

Can anyone tell I share the boat?

No ! The only people who will ever know is you and whoever you want to know.

How long is the fractional ownership term?

The purchase of an ownership interest can be sold at any time and held indefinitely (terms apply).

Do I get any money back when the boat sells?

Yes ! Owners receive their portion of the sale after sales fees are paid. The money received from the sale of the yacht can be withdrawn or invested in another brand new state of the art yacht. Each owner is given the first right of refusal towards the new yacht purchase.

Can I refer my friends to Islands Group?

Of course. As our business grows, so do your options. Additional yachts will provide for greater flexibility and opportunity for trading.

Am I protected financially on my yacht?

Yes. Each yacht owner will rest assured knowing that quality insurance and legal devices are implemented to maximize their assets security. This is a beneficial attraction of fractional ownership.

How often do I get to use my yacht?

Your amount of time available is based upon the number of ownership interest you have. A single 1/12th share grants you 30 days of usage per year and you can trade time and modify your itinerary.

Are Captain and Crew included?

A Captain and crew if required can be provided for a minimal additional cost. A Captain will generally be required until you have passed essential YHA training to be a skipper (we will work with you and provide training as needed)

http://www.rya.org.uk/Courses/sailcruisingcourses.htm

Why look at our fractional program?

Yacht Ownership without the High Cost...

Yacht Ownership without the Hassle...

Yacht ownership is time consuming. To keep your yacht in the best possible condition requires time and effort. Would you rather spend your hard earned holidays on the water or elbow deep in oil and maintenance?

Bénéteau 57' Photos

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Additional Photographs-

http://www.beneteau.com/UserFile/File/Voile/gammes/Beneteau/Benet

Reasons to Join

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Yacht Ownership without the High Cost...

Yacht ownership is expensive. The considerable cost of the yacht itself and additional costs include delivery, mooring, maintenance, insurance and cleaning. Consider how often you are likely to use your yacht in a year. Does sole ownership make economical sense? Why waste time and expense messing about with the hassle of full ownership that you will not make use of or costly unpredictable chartering companies?

Yacht Ownership without the Hassle...

Have a guaranteed incredible holiday each year aboard one of the most beautiful and prestigious yachts on the water.
Save money - own a higher spec yacht for 1/24th of the cost.
Save time - spend it on the water not working on your holiday.
Stress free - full walk on walk off service.
No need to worry about your boat when not on-board.
Choice of cruising locations in Croatia, the Greek Islands, Turkey, and Italy.
Professional, experienced staff caring for you and your yacht and providing support.
Experience and take pride in ownership of one of the most refined and superb handling performance cruising yachts ever built.
Professional training programs to get you started as needed.
Join the Island Club events and excursions as you desire.
Island Club membership is included, along with annual invitation to our week long sail social. (Greek Islands 2008)
Cost effective and hassle free.

Bénéteau 57' Features and Upgrades

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Boat Description-

Designed to eat up the miles shorthanded, fast, safely and in utmost comfort, the Bénéteau 57 is the fruit of all the experience gathered by Bénéteau and Farr Yacht Design, a pair of winners. For a perfect control of the sail plan whatever the conditions, the running rigging is led back to the central cockpit, protected by a solid hood. As for the high quality equipment from the most renowned manufacturers, it has been chosen to offer long range and self reliability: generator, electric manoeuvre winch, standard bow thruster... An exceptional Yacht for demanding sailors with blue water cruising in mind.

Features Highlights-

•In Mast Furling Main Sail
• Furling Genoa w/Profurl Furling
• Halogen Lighting
• Self Tailing Winches
• Battery Charger/12v and 24v system
• Shorepower System
• 2 Bilge Pumps
• Teak Cockpit Seats/ Teak Decks
• Varnished Mahogany Interior
• Stainless Refrigeration
• 4 Burner Propane Stove and Oven
• Teak Toerail/ Hydraulic Swim Platform
• Water Heater
• Elec. Anchor Windlass with Remote at helm
• Swim Ladder
• 4 Blade Prop

Upgrades-

• Bottom Paint
• Covers for Winches & Pedestal
• Pedestal Steering
• Microwave
• Harken Electric Primary winches
• Harken Electric Maneuv. winch
• White Hull
• Raymarine 6002 + Autopilot
• Raymarine E-120 Color Radar
• Chartplotter with E-80 Repeater w/ 2 kw dome
• Raymarine Tridata + Wind
• Bow Thruster
• Platinum Chart Chip
• Raymarine ST 60 Maxi View
• Standard Eclipse VHF w/ RAM at helm
• Icemaker
• Anchor Package/ Bruce 66
• Premier Safety package
• Dockline & Fenders
• Commissioning / Freight and Duty
• Holding Tank discharge (3)
• North Cruising Sails, In-Mast Furl/
140% Genoa
• Electric Fridge Cockpit
• UK or European specs power and propane system
• 40,000 BTU Air Conditioning/Heat
• Onan 13.5 kw Genset
• Hard Windshield

Details-

Additional Detailed Specs

Boat Designer	Farr Yacht Design	Fuel Capacity	126.82 gal
Water Capacity	264.20 gal	Length at Waterline	49 ft 3 in
I	65 ft 7 in	J	21 ft 4 in
P	62 ft 4 in	E	22 ft 6 in
Working Sail Area	1808.34 sq ft	Number of Engines	1


	Optional

53.2 STC HARKEN spinnaker winches
Spinnaker gear
1 46.2 STC HARKEN winch on mast
1 halyard
1 toping lift
2 foreguy 2 sheet
Aluminium spinnaker pole with rail on mast
Electrical furling genoa
Electric genoa winches 66.2 STC HARKEN
Electrical manoeuvring winch on port side 48.2 STCE HARKEN
Sails (high quality cloth and finish)
Roller furling genoa (140 %) with UV protection
1 Full batten mainsail with track with slides and 3 reefs
Self tacking furling staysail
Manual or electrical furling mast
Pedestal mounted steering wheel
Sprayhood
Bimini
Sunbathing cushions
Cockpit cushions
Aluminium gangway
Dockside pressure water connection
24 / 220 v 60 l / h water maker
33 000 or 40 000 BTU reverse cycle air conditioning
Heating system
Ice maker 220 v
Washer and dryer
Holding tank
Steel blue hull
Electronic pack
Flat screen LCD TV 15 or 17 + DVD
Fridge unit in cokpit table
Electrical davits
In-boom derrick
185 L supplementary diesel tank
3rd 24V service battery
Gori 3-blade propeller
Rope cutter
Mosquito screens
Hi-fi - video: - 15 or 20 LCD TV
TV aerial
CD/DVD/MP3 player
F2 electronics pack: As described in attached information, for column mounted steering
G2 electronics pack: As described in attached information, for bulkhead mounted steering
Electronics not included in pack: Supplementary E80 or E120 Raymarine plotter
Easy AIS pack.


	Cabin Accommodation

Woodwork

Cherry stained Douka wood.
Iroko parquet flooring.
Padded Ceilings.
Wood door frames.

Cushions

Mattresses and cushions are covered with Bayer Dralon velvet or similar. The upholstery is removable and edged with piping.
The mattresses are made of double density foam, Bultex and Contact of 120 mm total thickness.
Slatted bed base in owners cabin.
The seating is triple density foam. The seat backs are double density foam.
Cabin and salon portholes are curtained with velvet drapes.
Heads portholes are fitted with roller shades.
Each deck hatch is also fitted with a roller shade.
Blinds on panoramic ports above saloon.

Saloon

Cabin access through companionway with sliding hatch and wooden retractable hatch boards.
Curved wooden companionway steps.
Hanging wet locker to port..
Chart table and salon to starboard.
Dinette table and settee chairs on port side.
Opening Atlantic portholes on the coachroof and Ocean deck hatches.
Panoramic porthole above saloon with integrated blinds.
Halogen overhead lighting.
Courtesy lights.
Lockers alongside hull and storage under the settees.
Rounded, removable woodwork hides the keel-stepped mast.
2.10 m Headroom (2.15 m in companionway / 2.00 m in forward saloon).
2 plexiglass lights.

Chart table

Curved navigators wooden seat with storage locker beneath faces forward to the chart table.
Storage in the chart table.
Drawer with tool set..
Room to mount electronics. 110 / 220 V outlet.
Halogen overhead lighting.
2.05 m Headroom.

Dining area

Table.
Curved seating along the hull side.
Storage lockers.
110 / 220 V outlet.
2 moveable chairs (stored in crew cabin locker).
2 fixed seats to starboard.
2.05 m Headroom.

Cabins

Opening Atlantic portholes on the coachroof and Ocean deck hatches and cowls.
Halogen overhead lighting and 2 reading lights at the head of each berth.
Double berth.
Drawers under the berth.
Hanging locker and shelves alongside the hull.
110 / 220 V outlet.
1.95 m Headroom.
1 plexiglass light.

Crew cabin

2 Opening Atlantic portholes on the coachroof.
1single berth (2nd superposed as an option).
2 Drawers under the berth.
Halogen overhead lighting and reading light at the head of the berth.
Locker for saloon moveable chairs.
Shelves alongside the hull.
110 / 220 V outlet.
1.92 m Headroom.
Optional workshop / laundry or office instead of a crew cabin.
1 plexiglass light


	Electrical

12 V and 110 / 220 V electrical circuits, with numbered and colour coded wiring.
Ducting for standard and optional cabling.

Alternator

1 alternator 12 V 80 A / Yanmar.
1 alternator 24 V 55 A / Yanmar.

Battery charger

1 Battery charger 20 Amp 12 v.
1 Battery charger 40 Amp 24 v.
Charge divider / isolator120 Amp.

Batteries

Main battery switches
1 x 12 V-140 AMP battery for motor-starting
Service battery bank: 2 x 24 V-140 AMP batteries

Electric control panel

12 V electrical control panel, with 25 thermal breakers, panel lighting, cigar lighter, voltmeter, amp?re-meter, battery test, water gauges

12 v electric equipment

Stereo / CD/MP3
Electronics24 v electric equipment
Electric windlass
Electric winches
Bow thruster
Pumps
Navigation lights
Lights
Refrigeration unit

Shore power

110 / 220 V dockside connection, protected with differential breaker and distribution system.

Electric control panel

110 / 220 v electrical control panel

110 / 220 v electric equipment

Interior outlets : 1 in each cabin, 1 at chart table, 2 in galley, 2 in salon.
42 liter Raritan water-heater (on engine too).
2 Batteries chargers.
Microwave.
Dish washer.


	Galley

2 Opening Atlantic portholes on the coachroof, 1 opening Atlantic porthole on the cockpit and 1 fixed hull porthole.
Double rectangular s/s sinks.
4 burner stove with oven, mounted on gimbals.
Electric overhead exhaust fan over the stove.
130 l s/s refrigerator with front access s/s door.
100 l GRP refrigeration with holding plate and top access.
220 v Microwave.
220 v Dish washer.
1.92 m Headroom.


	Engine Mechanical

Yanmar 4LHA-HTP 160cv, diesel engine, 4 cylinders, 4 stroke, direct injection and supercharged, mechanical reverse KM5A.
Engine chassis integrated with inner hull grid.
1 alternator 12 V : 80 A / Yanmar.
1 alternator 24 V : 55 A / Yanmar.
Stainless steel 40 mm diameter propeller shaft with GRP protection moulding into hull.
3 MAX PROP propeller.
1 x 12 V 140 AMP engine starting battery.
Engine access from removable deck hatch, interior door, lifting companionway.
Optional folding propeller.

Instruments

Engine instrument panel in front of helm station under windscreen.
Panel-light, starting key, tachometer, hour-meter, oil-gauge, temperature indicator, temperature alarm, oil-pressure and fuel gauge
Control for throttle and shift on bulkhead.

Engine compartment

Engine compartment located under the central cockpit.
Companionway stairs mounted on hinges and held by hydraulic jacks when raised.
Easy access to the engine compartment accessible via walkways and removable cockpit floor.
Engine compartment insulated with 40 mm fire retardant foam.
Location for engine, generator, battery charger 40 amp.
Space for options : desalinator, heater.


	Deck

Teak capped bulwarks.
Teak laid side / decks.
Moulded non-skid on the coach roof.
Teak toe rails and rounded return flange hull-to-deck joint.
Self-draining anchor locker with electric windlass on deck.
Foredeck sail storage locker, accessible through a large deck hatch.
Cockpit windscreen.
Self-draining cockpit.
Teak slatted removable cockpit floor giving access to the engine room.
Teak inlaid cockpit seats.
Teak table in center cockpit with icebox.
Leather covered steering wheel, diameter 800 mm. Compass on binnacle.
Engine instrument panel in front of helm station.
Engine control on bulkhead.
Storage locker under aft cockpit seat.
2 rope storage lockers in cockpit..
2 side lockers to port and starboard.
2 Storage lockers beneath the aft platform.
Hydraulic inlaid teak folding boarding platform (patented) with remote control.
Storage lockers for life raft under boarding platform steps.
Stainless steel swim ladder with wooden steps.
Shower in opening transom : hot and cold water.


	Electronics Navigation

Compass at helm station
Nav pack (option) : Navigation console with GPS, colour chartplotter, radar and VHF


	Construction

Structure

Hull : solid GRP laminate with balsa rib band
Structural hull liner bonded and laminated to hull
Deck : Balsa sandwich for rigidity, weight saving, thermal and sound insulation
Hull and deck in white gel coat
Stainless steel rubbing strake on hull sides

Keel

Standard lead keel : deep draft 2.60 m, weight 6 900 kg
Option lead keel : shoal draft 2.10 m, weight 7 500 kg

Steering system

Spade rudder with composite-glass and stainless steel bearings
Hydraulic steering mounted on forward port bulkhead
Leather sheathed steering wheel
Bow thruster (185 24 V / 125 kg) with remote control at helm station
Optional pedestal steering wheel
Emergency tiller
Hydraulic pump for autopilot (option)
Option : Pedestal mounted steering wheel

Bénéteau 57' Specifications and Layout

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Specifications-

LOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57'8"
LWL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49'2"
Draft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8'6"
Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16'4"

Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . .264 gal
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 gal
Displacement . . . . 47,399 lbs
Genoa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140%

Sleep Capacity . . . . . . . . 8-10
Sail Area . . . . . . . . 1,776 sq ft
Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 hp
YANMAR Diesel

Detailed specifications-

http://www.beneteauusa.com/wps/wcm/connect/Beneteau_USA/Hom

Layout Options-

Bénéteau 57' Reviews

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Photographs-

http://www.beneteau.com/UserFile/File/Voile/gammes/Beneteau/Beneteau_57/...

Reviews-

Blue Water Sailing

http://www.bwsailing.com/01articles/issue/0903/boattest.htm

Sailing Magazine

http://sailingmagazine.net/boattest_Beneteau57.html

Bénéteau 57' Pricing

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PRICING PER 1/12th SHARE

(recommended share purchase is 1/12th share minimum- however check with us on possibility of other share options)

*All costs and figures below are estimated and exclusive of VAT.

Costs will be approximately 42k + VAT GBP per 1/12th share for the purchase and 6k + VAT GBP annually.

Yacht Purchase: £ 42k
(inc. commissioning, delivery, inventory, options & MCA registration (base price from Bénéteau is £ 500k )

Annual Spend:
Over 3 Years: £ 18k
Over 5 Years: £ 30k
(£ 6k / year including inc. mooring, insurance, maintenance, cleaning, utilities & management fees)

Up Front Spend: £ 48k
(Yacht Purchase + 1st Year Annual Costs)

Estimated Total Spend:
over 3 Years: £ 60k
over 5 Years: £ 72k
over 10 Years: £ 102k

Projected Return on Yacht Sale:
Over 3 years. Return £ 34k
Over 5 years. Return £ 30k
(based on depreciation estimates)

Projected Net Cost Per 1/12th Share:
£ 26k over 3 years
£ 42k over 5 years

Total Number of Weeks Use Per 1/12th Share:
Over 3 years: 12.8
Over 5 years: 21.4
Over 10 years: 42.8

Estimated Cost Per Weeks Use:
Over 3 years: £ 2.03k
Over 5 years: £ 1.96k

Comparable Cost of Full Ownership:
Over 3 years £ 675k
over 5 years £ 775k

Price Comparison:

Ownership Benefits	Islands Group	Sole Ownership	Charter/ Rent
Yearly Usage	4 weeks per 1/12^th share	?	?
Avg. Cost Per Day	£ 290	?	£ 1,000+
True Ownership	YES	YES	NO
Professional Capt/Crew	Your Choice	NO	Required
Professional Management	YES	NO	N/A
Professionally Maintained/Cleaned	YES	NO	SOME
Scheduling Flexibility	YES	N/A	YES
Trade Incentives	YES	N/A	N/A
Value/Affordability	YES	NO	NO
Vacation Planning	Available	NO	SOME
Acquisition / Disposition Plan	YES	No	N/A
Integrity, Honesty, Commitment to You	YES	N/A	SOME
Cost for additional guests on board	No!	No!	Some!

* All prices are for guidance purposes only. Please contact us for a full costing breakdown.

Contact

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Islands Group Limited
49a Netherhall Gardens
NW3 5RJ
London
UK

email:

moreinfo@islandsgroup.com

telephone:

44 (0) 207 443 5512
or
44 (0) 798 398 1005

fax:

44 (0) 871 263 8213

Bénéteau Océanis 50' Pricing

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PRICING PER 1/12th SHARE

(recommended share purchase is 1/12th share minimum)

*All costs and figures below are estimated and exclusive of VAT.

Costs will be approximately 19,2k + VAT GBP per 1/12th share for the purchase and 4.5k + VAT GBP annually.

Yacht Purchase: £ 19.2k
(2007 Base price from Bénéteau is £ 230k including commissioning, delivery, inventory, options & MCA registration)

Annual Spend:
Over 3 Years: £ 13.5k
Over 5 Years: £ 22.5k
(£ 4.5k / year including inc. mooring, insurance, maintenance, cleaning, utilities & management fees)

Up Front Spend: £ 23.7k
(Yacht Purchase + 1st Year Annual Costs)

Estimated Total Spend:
Over 3 Years: £ 32.7k
Over 5 Years: £ 41.7k
Over 10 Years: £ 64.20k

(current value, inflation not estimated)

Projected Return on Yacht Sale:
Over 3 years. Return £ 15k
Over 5 years. Return £ 14k
Over 10 years. Return £ 10k

(based on depreciation estimates)

Projected Net Cost Per 1/12th Share:
£ 17.7k over 3 years
£ 27.7k over 5 year
£ 54.2k over 10 year

Total Number of Weeks Use Per 1/12th Share:
Over 3 years: 12.8
Over 5 years: 21.4
Over 10 years: 42.8

Estimated Cost Per Weeks Use:
Over 3 years: £ 1.26k (£180/day)
Over 5 years: £ 1.25k (£178/day)
Over 10 years £ 1.27k (£181/day)

Comparable Cost of Full Ownership:

First Year £ 270k
Over 3 years £ 350k
Over 5 years £ 440k

Price Comparison:

Ownership Benefits	Islands Group	Sole Ownership	Charter/ Rent
Yearly Usage	4 weeks per 1/12^th share	?	?
Avg. Cost Per Day	£ 180	?	£ 600+
True Ownership	YES	YES	NO
Professional Capt/Crew	Your Choice	NO	Required
Professional Management	YES	NO	N/A
Professionally Maintained/Cleaned	YES	NO	SOME
Scheduling Flexibility	YES	N/A	YES
Trade Incentives	YES	N/A	N/A
Value/Affordability	YES	NO	NO
Vacation Planning	Available	NO	SOME
Acquisition / Disposition Plan	YES	No	N/A
Integrity, Honesty, Commitment to You	YES	N/A	SOME
Cost for additional guests on board	No!	No!	Some!

* All prices are for guidance purposes only. Please contact us for a full costing breakdown.

Bénéteau 523 Specifications and Layout

2007-07-16T06:31:00.000-07:00

Specifications-

LOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53'1"
Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16'0"
Draft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7'6"
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 gal
Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . .251 gal
Displacement . . . . 32,800 lbs
Designer . . . . . Groupe Finot
Genoa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135%
Sleep Capacity . . . . . . . . . . .6
Sail Area . . . . . . . .1,625 sq ft
Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 hp
YANMAR TURBO DIESEL

Layout-

Bénéteau 523 Features and Upgrades

2007-07-16T06:00:00.000-07:00

Features-

In-Mast Furl Main Sailw/140% Furling Genoa
Halogen Lighting
Panoramic Salon Lighting
Harken Self Tailing Winches
Battery Charger
110V Shorepower System
2 Bilge Pumps
Teak Cockpit Seats and Sole
Varnished Mahogany Interior
(2) Refrigeration units
Propane Stove and oven
Teak ToeRail
Fwd Sail Locker
Water Heater
Teak Cockpit Table
Elec. Anchor Windlass
Swim Ladder
Hot & Cold Cockpit Shower
Dual Cockpit
5 Batteries
2 Staterooms w/2 heads
90kg Bow Thruster w/Battery

Upgrades-

Freight
Bottom Paint
Covers for Sails, Winches & Pedestal
Dual Pedestal Steering
Microwave
Harken 66 Electric Primary Winches
Harken 44 Electric Maneuv. Winch
White Hull w/ Blue Stripes
Leather Salon Cushions
Raymarine E120 Color
Radar Chartplotter w/E80 Repeater
Raymarine Tridata + Wind
Raymarine ST 60 Maxi View
ICOM VHF w/Command Mic
In Mast Furling w/Vertical Battens
Bar/Liquor storage in salon
Deep Keel
Anchor Package w/Bruce 66
Premier Safety Package
Docklines & Fenders
Commissioning
Spreader Flag Halyard
Stereo CD Player
Awlgrip hull paint in your choice of color

Bénéteau 523 Pricing

2007-07-16T05:37:00.000-07:00

PRICING PER 1/12th SHARE

(recommended share purchase is 1/12th share minimum- however check with us on 1/24th shares)

*All costs and figures below are estimated and exclusive of VAT.

Costs will be approximately 25k + VAT GBP per 1/12th share for the purchase and 5k + VAT GBP annually per 1/12th for all the upkeep, insurance, fees, mooring, cleaning, etc.

Yacht Purchase: £ 25k
(inc. commissioning, delivery, inventory, options & MCA registration (base price from Bénéteau is £ 300k )

Annual Spend:
Over 3 Years: £ 15k
Over 5 Years: £ 25k
(£ 5k / year including inc. mooring, insurance, maintenance, cleaning, utilities & management fees)

Up Front Spend: £ 30k
(Yacht Purchase + 1st Year Annual Costs)

Estimated Total Spend:
over 3 Years: £ 40k
over 5 Years: £ 50k
over 10 Years: £ 75k

Projected Return on Yacht Sale:
Over 3 years. Return £ 22k
Over 5 years. Return £ 18k
(based on depreciation estimates)

Projected Net Cost Per 1/12th Share:
£ 18k over 3 years
£ 32k over 5 year

Total Number of Weeks Use Per 1/12th Share:
Over 3 years: 12.8
Over 5 years: 21.4
Over 10 years: 42.8

Estimated Cost Per Weeks Use:
Over 3 years: £ 1.41k (£201/day)
Over 5 years: £ 1.49k (£213/day)

Comparable Cost of Full Ownership:
Over 3 years £ 450k
over 5 years £ 550k

Price Comparison:

Ownership Benefits	Islands Group	Sole Ownership	Charter/ Rent
Yearly Usage	30 Days per 1/12^th share	?	?
Avg. Cost Per Day	£ 201	?	£ 600+
True Ownership	YES	YES	NO
Professional Capt/Crew	Your Choice	NO	Required
Professional Management	YES	NO	N/A
Professionally Maintained/Cleaned	YES	NO	SOME
Scheduling Flexibility	YES	N/A	YES
Trade Incentives	YES	N/A	N/A
Value/Affordability	YES	NO	NO
Vacation Planning	Available	NO	SOME
Acquisition / Disposition Plan	YES	No	N/A
Integrity, Honesty, Commitment to You	YES	N/A	SOME
Cost for additional guests on board	No!	No!	Some!

* All prices are for guidance purposes only. Please contact us for a full costing breakdown.

Bénéteau Océanis 50' Features and Upgrades

2007-06-20T08:38:00.000-07:00

Features-

• In Mast Furling Main Sail
• 140% Furling Genoa
• Neil Pryde Perf. Sail Upgrade
• Shorepower Cord
• Teak Toerail
• Elec. Toilet (Owner’s Cabin)
• Hot & Cold Cockpit Shower
• Halogen Lighting
• Varnished Mahogany Interior
• Inlaid Teak Cockpit Seats
• Self Tailing Winches
• Electric Maneuvering Winch
• Swivel GPS mount in cockpit
• ICOM VHF w/2 stations
• Sony Xplode Stereo w/ 4 Speakers
• Sony 12 CD Changer
• Microwave Oven
• Refrigeration & freezer
• Elec. Anchor Windlass w/Remote Control
• Swim Ladder& Teak Swim Platform
• Force 10 Propane Stove & Oven
• Remote Propane Shutoff
• Custom cockpit table with light

Upgrades-

• 110 hpYanmar Turbo Diesel Engine
• Safety & Anchor Packages
• Freight & Commissioning
• Electric Primary Winches
• 3000 w/ Prowatt inverter
• Bottom Paint
• Docklines & Fenders
• 2 Macerators
• Winches & Pedestal covers
• Upgraded Salon Fabric
• Indirect Salon Lighting
• Max prop
• Spreader Flag Halyard
• Blue Hull Striping
• Custom Mattresses
• Bow Thruster
• Teak cockpit floor
• Extra fuel tank
• AGM Maintenance Free Batteries

Nav pack #1

• ICOM VHF w/command mic
• Raymarine ST60 Tridata
• Raymarine ST60 Graphic display
• Raymarine ST 60 Wind display
• Raymarine E120 GPS chartplotter
• Raystar 12S GPS Antenna

Nav pack #2

• Raymarine ST 6001+ Autopilot
• Raymarine E80 Chartplotter/Radar at Nav
• Raymarine 2KW Radome
• Riley Custom stainless radar mast mount

Bénéteau Océanis 50' Specifications and Layout

2007-06-20T08:33:00.000-07:00

Specifications-

Naval Architect- Berret Racoupeau
Interior architecture- Nauta Design (renowned super yacht designer)
Overall length- 15.10 m
Length of hull- 14.75 m
Width of hull- 4.49 m
Light weight- 12 935 Kg
Head room- 22.30 m

Details from Bénéteau

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Bénéteau Océanis 50' Reviews and Photos

2007-06-20T08:19:00.000-07:00

Reviews-

From yachtinglife.co.uk

"The Oceanis 50 is very much at the forefront of the growing genre of go-anywhere blue water cruisers that offer a high degree of comfort, space and light, but reaches the market at a price which is within reach of those who have moved up the Beneteau range.

From a financial perspective, the relatively low cost for a refined, well designed and executed product means that while this may represent the final step in the boat buying lifespan for many, it is within reach of financial mortals."

"The new 50 adds something that was lacking previously for this line: a defined style. The slight blister coachroof and squared off elliptical windows and the three eyeline ports in the hullside may echo bigger, grander superyachts, but the effect is appealing."

http://www.yachtinglife.co.uk/reviews.php?reviewnumber=75

Photographs-

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