NUMBER NINE

NUMBER NINE is a 39.7-metre steel displacement yacht built by Carp Navi in 1990 and substantially refitted in 2020, with exterior lines by De Vries Lentsch and an interior by the respected Bannenberg & Rowell studio. The combination of a classic Dutch-influenced hull form and a Bannenberg interior gives her a character that more recently built vessels of similar tonnage rarely replicate — considered rather than fashionable.

She accommodates eleven guests across five cabins attended by a crew of seven, a ratio that supports thorough service without the formality of a larger vessel. Her charter range spans an unusually wide arc of the Mediterranean: France, Italy, Greece, Croatia, Montenegro, and Turkey are all listed regions, making her well suited to groups who prioritise flexibility of itinerary and season. Those seeking high-performance passages or ultra-modern interiors will find the pace and aesthetic of NUMBER NINE less suited to their expectations.

The 2020 refit brought her systems and presentation to a contemporary standard while respecting the integrity of the original design. Her steel displacement construction at 284 gross tonnes delivers a seakeeping quality that smaller or lighter vessels cannot match — particularly relevant across the open stretches of the Tyrrhenian or Aegean. Stabilisers both underway and at anchor further reduce fatigue on longer passages, and her range of 3,455 nautical miles at cruise supports extended itineraries without frequent refuelling.

Onboard, the experience favours relaxed activity over an exhaustive toy inventory. A Yamaha jet-ski, a Seadoo waverunner, and water-skis provide water-sport options appropriate to the vessel's scale. Air conditioning throughout, Wi-Fi, and stabilised anchorages support the kind of unhurried daily rhythm for which Bannenberg-designed vessels are typically chartered. The crew-to-guest ratio ensures guests are well looked after across every stage of the itinerary.

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