St. Croix 
St John 
Charlotte Amalie 
St. Thomas – South Coast 
Gregerie Channel 
DREAMCATCHER Yacht Description
Presented by DMA Yachting, the astonishing charter yacht DREAMCATCHER is a 47 ft sailing catamaran. The most valuable elements of DREAMCATCHER are her absolute comfort and culinary experience. DREAMCATCHER spends the summer and winter season in US Virgin Islands. She was completed by recognized shipbuilder Lagoon in 2005. A comprehensive refit was delivered in 2018. The well-planned yacht layout features 3 generous cabins and easily accommodates up to 6 guests.
DREAMCATCHER is offered primarily as a sailing catamaran. The central space of the yacht is the main saloon, which connects to the aft deck. The aft deck is expansive, with a comfortable dining and seating area and that's where most of the meals are served. The tasteful cabins are connected by stairs to the main saloon - roomy, comfortable and pleasant. The cabins offer unbeatable views in the morning and are located just below deck. Multiple portholes provide a connection with the natural world outside.
The sailboat features 2 x Yanmar 54HP engines 2 x 3 KW Generators 1 x 12 KW Fisher Panda engines and a generator.
Accommodation
Queen cabins with ensuite bathrooms and electric fans. Electric Heads, Air Conditioning.Queen Aft - 80" x 60"
Queen Forward - 76" x 60"
Queen Forward - 76" x 60"
Single berth midships Port side suitable for a child - 75" x 30" wide at head, 22" wide at foot (shares bathroom with adjoining cabin)
Salon Headroom - 6' 8"
Cabins Headroom - 7' 0"
Captain Only
No captain only offered.What is the cabin arrangement of DREAMCATCHER?
- 3 queen cabins
- 1 single cabin
DREAMCATCHER
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Weekly price: $15,000 - $20,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 47'
- # of Guests: 6
- # of Cabins: 3
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: Lagoon
- Consumption: 3 US Gall/Hr
- Cruising Speed: 8 knots
- Max. Speed: 14 knots
- Built Year: 2005
- Refit: 2018
DREAMCATCHER Charter Price Details
| Season Name | 2 guests | 3 guests | 4 guests | 5 guests | 6 guests | 7 guests | 8 guests | 9 guests | 10 guests | 11 guests | 12 guests |
| Winter 2022 to 2023 | $15,000 | $16,000 | $17,000 | $18,000 | $19,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Summer 2023 | $15,000 | $16,000 | $17,000 | $18,000 | $19,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Winter 2023 to 2024 | $16,000 | $17,000 | $18,000 | $19,000 | $20,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Summer 2024 | $16,000 | $17,000 | $18,000 | $19,000 | $20,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
DREAMCATCHER Yacht Charter Price
# of charter days
Base Price
APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc)
Total
Note
14 day charter
30,000$
to
40,000$
6,000$ to
12,000$
36,000$ to 52,000$
Discounts outside the main season are common.
7 day charter
15,000$
to
20,000$
3,000$ to
6,000$
18,000$ to 26,000$
Standard charter rate, base for all calculations.
3 day charter
7,500$
to
10,000$
1,500$ to
3,000$
9,000$ to 13,000$
The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3).
Boat policy might differ.
15,000$ / 6 * 3 days = 7,500$
All prices are generated by a calculator and serve as a guide for new charterers. Any additional information of the Price Details section has priority over above. Availability is always subject to confirmation. Gratuity not included for it's discretionary character, usually 5%-25% of the Base Price.
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Total | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 day charter | 30,000$ to 40,000$ | 6,000$ to 12,000$ | 36,000$ to 52,000$ | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 15,000$ to 20,000$ | 3,000$ to 6,000$ | 18,000$ to 26,000$ | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 7,500$ to 10,000$ | 1,500$ to 3,000$ | 9,000$ to 13,000$ | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 15,000$ / 6 * 3 days = 7,500$ |
All prices are generated by a calculator and serve as a guide for new charterers. Any additional information of the Price Details section has priority over above. Availability is always subject to confirmation. Gratuity not included for it's discretionary character, usually 5%-25% of the Base Price.
Price Details
Price from: $15,000
High season rate: $20,000
Additional Rate Details:
***Please note
Cruising Permits, Fees, and Taxes to be paid by the Charterer upon entry to BVI Cruising Grounds or Ports.
*****Pick-up at 2pm and Drop-off is 11am
***** 72hr turn around time
SLEEP ABOARD: 1/2 the daily rate. Dinner ashore at client’s expense. Includes boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and breakfast the next morning and early start.
5 night minimum for charter bookings
ALL INCLUSIVE RATES INCLUDE:
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners (Requires 1 lunch and 2 dinners ashore at client expense).
SCUBA
Scuba Diving included for certified divers, includes all gear.
Rates for Scuba instruction:
Discover Scuba Diving
• $200.00 per person. Includes instruction, gear and 2 dives to a maximum of 40 feet
Open Water Certification:
• Full course $695.00 for instruction plus $199.00 for PADI online E-learning course. Includes instruction and gear.
• Referral course $395.00. E-learning and confined water dives to be arranged locally prior to guest arrival. Includes open water instruction dives and gear. This is what we recommend in order to maximize the time aboard.
Advanced Open Water Certification:
• $495.00 plus $199.00 for PADI online E-learning course. Includes 5 certification dives and gear.
All scuba instruction fees to be paid prior to arrival on board.
Medical forms to be completed prior to arrival on board.
CHRISTMAS: Flat Rate $24,500 must end no later than Dec 28th
NEW YEARS: Flat Rate $25,000 must begin no sooner than Dec 29th
******BEGINNING FALL 2023 all operations to be based in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Summer Base Port: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Summer Operating Area: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Winter Base Port: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Winter Operating Area: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Location Details:
Pick up and Drop off at Blue Lagoon Marina on Saint Vincent
Pick ups to be Saturdays and Wednesdays only dates provided below
7 night minimum. Guest can choose 8-9 nights or 14 nights if additional time is desired.
Weeks available: Bookings must follow the dates below. Based on direct flights to Saint Vincent
Oct 28 - Nov 4, 2023
Nov 8 – Nov 15, 2023
Nov 18 – Nov 25, 2023 Thanksgiving
Nov 29 – Dec 6 2023
Dec 9 – Dec 16, 2023
Dec 20 – Dec 27, 2023 Christmas
Dec 30 – Jan 6, 2024 New Years
Jan 10 – Jan 17, 2024
Jan 20 – Jan 27, 2024
Jan 31 – Feb 7, 2024
Feb 10 – Feb 17, 2024
Feb 21 – Feb 28, 2024
Mar 2 – Mar 9, 2024
Mar 13 – Mar 20, 2024
Mar 23 – Mar 30, 2024
Apr 3 – Apr 10, 2024
Apr 13 – Apr 20, 2024
Apr 24 – May 1, 2024
May 4 – May 11, 2024
May 15 - May 22, 2024
May 25 – June 1, 2024
June 5 – June 12, 2024
June 15 – June 22, 2024
All rates are for the entire yacht and are subject to change without notice prior to actual reservation. An additional premium maybe applied for Holiday Periods such as Christmas and New Year.
Additional Rate Details:
***Please note
Cruising Permits, Fees, and Taxes to be paid by the Charterer upon entry to BVI Cruising Grounds or Ports.
*****Pick-up at 2pm and Drop-off is 11am
***** 72hr turn around time
SLEEP ABOARD: 1/2 the daily rate. Dinner ashore at client’s expense. Includes boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and breakfast the next morning and early start.
5 night minimum for charter bookings
ALL INCLUSIVE RATES INCLUDE:
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners (Requires 1 lunch and 2 dinners ashore at client expense).
SCUBA
Scuba Diving included for certified divers, includes all gear.
Rates for Scuba instruction:
Discover Scuba Diving
• $200.00 per person. Includes instruction, gear and 2 dives to a maximum of 40 feet
Open Water Certification:
• Full course $695.00 for instruction plus $199.00 for PADI online E-learning course. Includes instruction and gear.
• Referral course $395.00. E-learning and confined water dives to be arranged locally prior to guest arrival. Includes open water instruction dives and gear. This is what we recommend in order to maximize the time aboard.
Advanced Open Water Certification:
• $495.00 plus $199.00 for PADI online E-learning course. Includes 5 certification dives and gear.
All scuba instruction fees to be paid prior to arrival on board.
Medical forms to be completed prior to arrival on board.
CHRISTMAS: Flat Rate $24,500 must end no later than Dec 28th
NEW YEARS: Flat Rate $25,000 must begin no sooner than Dec 29th
******BEGINNING FALL 2023 all operations to be based in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Summer Base Port: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Summer Operating Area: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Winter Base Port: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Winter Operating Area: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Location Details:
Pick up and Drop off at Blue Lagoon Marina on Saint Vincent
Pick ups to be Saturdays and Wednesdays only dates provided below
7 night minimum. Guest can choose 8-9 nights or 14 nights if additional time is desired.
Weeks available: Bookings must follow the dates below. Based on direct flights to Saint Vincent
Oct 28 - Nov 4, 2023
Nov 8 – Nov 15, 2023
Nov 18 – Nov 25, 2023 Thanksgiving
Nov 29 – Dec 6 2023
Dec 9 – Dec 16, 2023
Dec 20 – Dec 27, 2023 Christmas
Dec 30 – Jan 6, 2024 New Years
Jan 10 – Jan 17, 2024
Jan 20 – Jan 27, 2024
Jan 31 – Feb 7, 2024
Feb 10 – Feb 17, 2024
Feb 21 – Feb 28, 2024
Mar 2 – Mar 9, 2024
Mar 13 – Mar 20, 2024
Mar 23 – Mar 30, 2024
Apr 3 – Apr 10, 2024
Apr 13 – Apr 20, 2024
Apr 24 – May 1, 2024
May 4 – May 11, 2024
May 15 - May 22, 2024
May 25 – June 1, 2024
June 5 – June 12, 2024
June 15 – June 22, 2024
All rates are for the entire yacht and are subject to change without notice prior to actual reservation. An additional premium maybe applied for Holiday Periods such as Christmas and New Year.
Price Terms
InclusiveDREAMCATCHER Yacht Charter Locations
Summer Season
Winter Season
Amenities
Specifications
Features
Layout
More Specifications
Diving Onboard
Weight sets 110+lbs
Dive Lights 8 + rentals
Wet suits will need to be rented if required
Referral Dive certification $295
Advanced Open Water Certification $600
Discover Scuba Diving $200
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
Crew
Crew Information
Captain and Chef/ Mate
1st Mate & Cuddle Master
1st Mate & Fetch Queen
Captain: Jacob Bonds
Jake’s affable good nature, easy-going personality and caring demeanor have made him many, lifelong friends. He is an excellent captain and holds a USCG Master Captain 100-ton certification. He is also a true Renaissance man with an astonishing array of skills and talents. As an adult, Jake won many tournaments playing rugby for years with the Highwaymen Rugby Club. He was a licensed General Contractor and Real Estate Broker in California. Always good with his hands, he is a Master Carpenter/cabinetmaker/furniture maker/boat builder. (He put these skills to great use as a volunteer rebuilding after IRMA in Sint Maarten.)
He can play the guitar, ukulele and piano, and build giant, 6-foot sand castles. Jake is also a PADI Dive Instructor and Dreamcatcher is stocked with dive gear. He loves showing people the wonders of the underwater environment here in the Caribbean. The fun factor on an interactive charter aboard Dreamcatcher is HIGH.
Jake was born in Pittsburgh, Penn, raised with his brother outside of Atlanta, GA. and moved to California at age 15. With typical humor he says that this tri-state upbringing “resulted in a progressive spirit mixed with southern charm.” The Pacific Ocean inspired his first dreams of sailing and living on the sea. He was 16 and his best friend in high school lived on a sailboat in Sausalito, CA. This playful introduction to seamanship quickly became a lifetime passion.
Jake lives by the motto “Be the random acts of kindness you wish to see in the world.” He cares deeply about the people that come into his life and goes out of his way for them. He wants new friends coming aboard to know; “We live on our boat year-round. We want our guests to feel like it is their home as well while they are with us. We want to welcome them into our lives so they can enjoy what we get to see and do every day.” Welcome to paradise aboard Dreamcatcher!
Stephanie’s motto is “Live your best life”. For her, that also means making sure that her guests are living their best lives every minute they’re on board DREAMCATCHER. She says, “Most people come on to our boat as a guest, but leave as family. It is important to me to treat each guest like I would a dear friend and to pay attention to their needs. “ Stephanie is a farm girl from Santa Rosa, California. She helped the family raise cows, chickens, sheep and pigs, and tend a huge, one-acre vegetable garden. She had 20 acres of land, trees and a creek to romp in with her brother, sister and numerous cousins. There were many family outings to nearby beaches, lakes and rivers. Love was everywhere.
As soon as she could hold a spoon Stephanie was a kitchen helper. She learned to cook true farm-to-table meals from a young age. She says, “I was always in the kitchen alongside my Nona, Mom and Dad, preparing meals, learning how to make fresh pastas and sauces, and canning fruits and vegetables.” That is exactly what she brings to the menu aboard DREAMCATCHER: fresh, local, high-quality, homemade from scratch. Guests’ favorites include: Spicy curry chicken with sweet coconut rice and braised beef short ribs in rich red wine ragu with pureed potatoes.
Her friends, both old and new, describe her as loyal, sweet, kind, and a great chef. For guests interested in recipes and tips, she’s always happy to share. Stephanie says, “Seeing people enjoy the foods I prepare is the greatest gift. I love communicating to people how much they mean to me through food.” While her food is superb, she is also an excellent first mate, delightful hostess, dive master and patient teacher for those who need a bit of instruction with the water toys and gear.
Daisy is a mature yellow lab, small in stature (48#), but big on personality. She loves playing fetch and can be find napping the afternoon away on the back steps. Daisy loves kids of ALL ages, loves to snuggle and will gladly accept treats brought for her. The strong silent type, she works her way into your heart and soul.
Parker is a young Portuguese Water Dog, also small in stature (40#). He loves playing on the Parker Pad (aka Lily Pad) with guests, laying on your feet, and being the CENTER of attention. Parker also is also a huge fan of guests that pack toys and/or treats for him. He will steal your heart and be your BFF in a matter of hours.
Charter DREAMCATCHER and discover more than a tropical paradise, discover new friends.
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Reviews
Thank you for helping us feel so welcomed from the moment we met. Stef's cooking was amazing! Also, thank you for going the extra mile to take care of our special diet needs. We are both so glad we got to do our first ocean adventure with you on board Dreamcatcher. Thank you to Jake for sharing your knowledge and humor!
Thank you very much for gibing us an outstanding vacation! All the best to you! Luke & Ginny
Thank you for a wonderful vacation full of laughs and wonderful memories. Truly we all felt welcomed into your home. All the knowledge, amazing cooking and great stories we all share will stay with us for a lifetime. We cannot wait to sail again with you both on the beautiful Dreamcatcher!
Until we meet again,
Tom, Kristina & girls
Thank you for a memorable trip. Our crew had an excellent time exploring, snorkeling and fishing. Also, we enjoyed the great food. Thank you for the green memories that will last a lifetime. You guys were awesome.
All the best,
Mike, Maddox & Michele
Thank you so much for welcoming us to your home and providing an unforgettable week! We've loved learning all about sailing and life at sea. :)
Stef, thank you the AMAZING meals!
Jake, thank you for teaching us to free dive and taking us on the sub-wing!
Daisy, thank you for saving that lost bag of chips :)
Parker, thank you for snuggling us and wrestling with us!
Thank you guys for everything!
Thank you so much for opening your home to us for our Caribbean adventure. You have been so willing to accommodate us and the craziness that has surrounded our trip from needing to pick us up in St Croix due to flight cancellations to having to drop two off early. You have been such gracious hosts, and we are already planning our next trip with you! We thoroughly enjoyed all the wonderful food, diving and just hanging out. We are definitely leaving feeling like family; and maybe one day, you can be like family at one of our houses, either on the Florida coast or the lake. We would love to have you! Good luck with your adventures in South Africa and with the future 5th wheel. It's so nice to see two people enjoying each other and their adventures together. You have made the start of our family vacation one we will never forget with such amazing memories. Thank you all so much! Good bless you!
Love, Bev, Craig Anna, Abby & Megan
May you see the way wherever your journey's take you. May you always remember the compass that points True North. May you always hear the music in the waves, see designs in the stars.
You have friends in Puerto Rico, well, when we're there.
By the way, do you know where pirates get their hook?
Frank & Penny
Thank you for sharing your home and your love and knowledge of this beautiful place with us for the past 7 days. It has been a once in a lifetime trip for our family!
From the snorkeling in water so blue it looks like it can't be real, to amazing sunsets, to delicious meals and smooth sails - it has been the perfect adventure for us.
Thank you for staying up until we've all turned in, and then getting up before us each morning to ensure we are taken care of. You guys are amazing!
Love, The Hallier's
P.S. Extra pets for Daisy & Parker!
We loved the diving, the food, the sailing, the only marginal sea-sickness and the snorkeling and sightseeing.
This vacation won't be topped for a long time. Thanks for sitting around and playing cards with us, we hope we taught you a few new ones! Thanks for letting us love on Parker and Daisy. Thanks for sharing a little bit of your world with us. We definitely hope to come back and spend time with you guys again.
Thank you!
After another year and you sharing your home and lives on Dreamcatcher with us again, I am confident that these friendships will not fade and actually continue to grow.
We are so blessed to have you in our lives and are looking forward to making many more memories!
Until next time...All our Love
Dave & Shana
Thank you so much for sharing your home with us. We couldn't have picked a better way to introduce our girls to chartering. They are already begging to know when they can see you again. The experiences, memories & weight gain from Stef's food will last a lifetime. Thank you for your patience & love with the girls (and Chad...). Daisy & Parker were great & made it so much fun. The diving was incredible & sprat point is Abby's new happy place in life. Call us if you're ever in Utah & we promise a meal worthy of Chef Stef. We look forward to our next trip with you!
The Griffiths
Thank you (Parker & Daisy too) for providing us the trip of a lifetime. We loved snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing, & sailing with you. The food & drinks were amazing & we're lucky to be leaving with great memories & four new friends. Your home is beautiful & we'd love to return the favor when you're on Charlotte next.
Jeff, Kate, Tyler & Abby
Thank you for it all!
You might need to check Sydney's suitcase before we leave to make sure she isn't smuggling Parker back to North Carolina!
Love, Doug, Sandi & Sydney
Thank you is much for an amazing vacation. We learned so much from you and are excited to continue our sailing adventures. You are truly great hosts and we could not have asked for better people to give us our first "big" boat experience. We will keep in touch and hopefully be cruising in our own boat in the future. If you ever want a snowy vacation our hoke is always open to you. :)
Megan & Brant & James & Lucy
Thank you so much for making this a spring break I'll never forget. Every day was better than the last and I can't wait to scuba dive again. You guys are the best.
Sincerely,
Blakely
P.S. Take care of Snickers and Twix (wild dolphins)!
Thank you for an amazing cruise. It was beyond our expectations, all was perfect. Your crew mates, Daisy & Parker were a wonderful addition.
Jake, thank you for answering all my questions. You are very knowledgeable, patient man.
Stef, enjoyed our conversations and of course the meals! We will see you next year!
Safe Travels,
Susan
Parker & Daisy,
I loved your company! Your humans were cool too! - Gil
Thank yo so much for such a fabulous vacation! Could not have asked for better! Everything was amazing - the food, the company, the weather!! You guys are amazing hosts & totally made the experience perfect.
Thank you again for all the laughs, fun etc! You guys are the best!!
XOXO
Brent & Angie
The food was fabulous too! It's good, often better, then we've had in gourmet restaurants. This has certainly been a dream come true!
You pulled out all the stops. Tonya will remember her 50th for sure! Good friends, awesome views, amazing hosts. It just doesn't get any better than this. We can't wait to come back! Until then- happy sailing and may the sun always set on happy souls! James & Teresa
This week was exactly what we needed! Thank you for making it happen!
I will keep it clean but will always have the memories of belly laughs over Mexican Train and wrestling on the lily pad. And of course, celebrating 30 years of marriage! Can't wait to start planning our next adventure together.
Until then, watch out for the 8 ball at Lovango!
CHOO CHOO!
Love, Carrie & Mischa
This was hands down the best vacation I've ever been on, and I'm sure it will be tough to beat, unless we come back. We were welcomed into your home and guests, but I feel like you guys were long-lost family. I've never had so much fun and made so many memories in one trip. All of the activities were amazing. From the diving to eating, I'm leaving more spoiled than ever. There were beautiful sights everywhere I looked while diving, snorkeling, paddle-boarding, relaxing & hiking.
Stef, the food was some of the best I've ever had! And the fact that it was all home made?! Amazing!
Jake, you are a great Captain but an even better dive instructor. I'm always going to remember those dives and my tiny Lionfish kill.
Daisy & Parker were the best behaved (and cutest) dogs I've ever been around, and they deserve all my love. I hope that you guys will remember us. I will always remember this incredible experience.
Until our next adventure, Gretchen Gray
Thank you!
Thank you for the experience of a lifetime! The dolphin, the sharks, the awesome dives, the amazing food! So much love goes into all you two do. This wont be the last time you see us! XOXO
Now how will I sneak Parker off the boat and take him home with me?!
It is rare that you can meet strangers & then just 5 days later leave as family.
Jake, your patience & wit was the perfect combination to keep Nick engaged and in line!
Stef, your kindness and generosity is only surpassed by your food creations and your sunny disposition.
Daisy & Parker - come home with us!! Thanks for your kisses & Snuggles.
This was the adventure and vacation of a lifetime. I am leaving a much happier and balanced person.
Cannot wait for the next week on Dreamcatcher!
I don’t know how to thank you both for your once in a lifetime vacation for Hope, Aysia, Todd and me. It couldn’t have come at a better time for us. It’s been an emotional time for our family since my cancer diagnosis. I am so thankful for the week if fab us the sun, games, laugher but most if all- meeting new friends.
Thank you for a week of ridiculous food. My children would n ever eat those items for me. Quote of the week, “Stef has better spices”. I’m not kidding when I say you should write a cookbook! I would buy your first copy. I hope my kiddos will continue to eat well at home. I’m inspired!
You all created so many wonderful memories for us, with the bioluminescence, chair drop, games and sweet, sweet dogs.
My children have always loved the water and wanted to care for it, but I think they are leaving as true conservationists. They will take home what they have learned from you.
Thanks for building their confidence in the water. I never imaged Robert diving down to pick up something from the bottom.
Swimming with the dolphin was crazy! I couldn’t imagine doing that.
You really figured out the different personalities supper quick and treated them each as individuals - playing to their strengths and making them comfortable. I’m so thankful you were able to be their dive instructor! That just made it more special.
Thanks for an incredible week.
Next time you see me (because there WILL be a next!) I will pass the 40’.
Stef, I’m going some stuffed. Seriously, food was not only good but beautiful to look at. BEST TRIP EVER!
Until next time my friends!
We are so sad that our time with you must come to an end. Hopefully this is not the last time our paths will cross.
Thank you so much for spoiling us, feeding us amazing food and teaching us about boat life!
Jake, you’re one amazing guy and talented. Thank you for everything you did for us.
Roscoe, Daisy and Parker (their dogs) were a blast. They were well behaved, and it was great to have them along on the trip. We dove most days and had some really great dives.
Jake showed us quite a few cool spots to dive and we took full advantage of that opportunity. When at anchor the kids did a ton of snorkeling and almost every time Jake or Stephanie would join us all and we would go out on a group snorkel. We saw sting rays, turtles and so much more.
Then after a good snorkel Jake would take the kids to shore and let them make sand castles. The kids just had a blast. They were great with the kids and I felt they went out of their way to make sure the kids had a great time.
In the afternoons we would play games as a group. Mostly Mexican dominos but sometimes a card game.
One evening we went to shore for dinner, and it was Stephanie's birthday. Jake had flowers at the table and had one of his friends bring a cake to the restaurant for desert. It was cool to be part of her birthday celebration. Good times for sure.
Every night at sunset we would have a conch blow to end the day. First my kids would try and then Jake would let out a long and loud conch blow and that was super cool.
They were super cool and great hosts for sure. Me and Jake are very similar in many ways and that made it easy for us to hang out. I also mentioned early on that we were looking to buy a boat in the next few years and wanted to learn as much as possible about boats and the lifestyle. They really went out of their way to explain the lifestyle and show us how everything worked. It was great fun and they were more than willing to talk about boats, sailing, life on the boat, ect. We learned a ton.
They made a video of our experience too. Before we went to bed the last night we got to watch the video and it was a recap of the entire we on the boat. It was super cool, and some great memories were created.
I would highly recommend this boat and crew if you are looking for the type of experience that we had.
We had the most fantastic time aboard Dreamcatcher from the moment we stepped on until the day we had to leave! We were treated like royalty for the entire week. Jake was an amazing captain who was very willing to share his sailing experience with us and teach us how to prepare for day long sail across open ocean waters. Every one of Chef Stephanie's meals was not only elegantly plated but absolutely delicious! Our favorite was the surf and turf meal that she prepared early in our journey that included a lobster that they caught that morning on an early dive! I kid you not, the lobster was so big that it didn't fit entirely on the grill!!! The lobster fed 6 of us (all adults) with leftovers. She cooked the filet mignons perfectly to each of our tastes. Captain Jake, ever watchful over our entire family, made sure we were all safe and as one of our children swam a little too far from the boat, he went after her with the dinghy to bring her back! Both Capt Jake and Chef Steph were eager to teach us about life aboard a boat as we are looking to embark upon the same type of lifestyle as soon as we find the right boat for us! They allowed us to help put up the sails, pull the anchor and taught us how to catch a mooring ball. This was exactly what we were looking for during this vacation! But don't worry, we also found more than enough time to relax, take a nap, swim with sea turtles and rays, and enjoy a different cocktail prepared by Stephanie each night! We taught Jake and Steph how to play the card game "99" and they taught us how to play Mexican train dominoes! We waited a long time for this vacation and had to make several adjustments due to circumstances beyond out of control but this trip was well worth the wait and certainly worth every penny we paid! It was truly all inclusive and we wanted for nothing while we were aboard. I would charter aboard Dreamcatcher again in a heartbeat.
Thank you for the most relaxing vacation ever. We wish you years of success and lots of sea miles and smiles. Cheers to you and yours~ Lucas, Heather, Ashlyn, Kellyn, Braylon
Captain Jake and Chef Stef,
Thank ou for the amazing trip and amazing food. Braylon says "thank you for letting me taxi the pups!"
We absolutely LOVED spending Christmas with you and Daisy and Roscoe! Snorkeling with your guidance and laughing over endless games of Uno was so much fun!
We will miss you both and the pups so much. Have a wonderful New Years!!
Love, Braylon, Ashlynn & Kellyn
We so appreciate your kindness and thoughtfulness, from the amazing stops, food, games, video, Ohio State Game and who could forget the Gooey Butter Cake!!
We feel like we have made some new friends and look forward to more adventures with you in the future! Thank you for treating us like royalty- if you are ever in Dallas - LOOK US UP- we would love to have you!
All the best to you!
Tom, Linda, Andrew & Alex
Hope to see you soon for more adventures! Jason, Elena, Margaret and William
Stephanie- your cooking and hospitality was wonderful! Ayla and Orin both loved you. Which is saying a lot that Ayla would love to be with you, even around bed time! :)
We will also miss Daisy and Roscoe... they were also great with the kids and awesome pups!
Thank you again for everything! We hope to see you soon! Let us know if you are ever in the New England area!
Thank you so much for a wonderful week with my family. Your provided the perfect setting for lots of fun & laughter. Your food skills are nothing short of AMAZING.
Jake, your easy going way of sailing us from island to island left me feeling completely at ease - we were in the hands of professionals (don't try this at home!)
I will tell everyone I meet, "For anyone who is feeling a little cynical about the state of the world, come spend time with Jake & Stephanie!" Your warmth, your stories from your time in the islands & your love for one another inspire optimism & a full heart. I smiled all the way home to Charlotte!
If you are ever in NC look me up, I'd love the chance to return the hospitality.
The trip with Captain Jake and Stephanie was over the top. They are extremely professional and amazing. Each meal was delicious. They provided to everything we wanted. They know the area very well. Each location they took us to was perfect. The main point that really stands out is their knowledge of sailing. We hit a strong storm (45 knots). We never felt unsafe because they worked together as a team. I HIGHLY recommend this crew.
You will be hearing from us again as our hope is to repeat this same trip next year and extending it for a full week. Overall this was a fabulous vacation.
From the moment we met you guys, we knew it was going to be a fun adventurous, and mostly amazing trip. Thank you for sharing your home & your love of the water with us.
Steph, you are an amazing hostess and cook. Your sweetness made me feel so at home.
Jake, your knowledge of the sea and boating allowed us to have a better understanding and appreciation of the water.
Your choice of moorings and travel allowed us to experience true sailing. The two of you are just totally the top with all you do! This made our vacation even more fun. We could not have planned a vacation like this without you guys.
Amazing from start to finish. Love it! Thank you for a memorable 60th b-day and 35th anniversary.
Comments from Dad:
"The experience was fantastic for the family and me. Stephanie and Jake were extremely gracious hosts and it was a pleasure getting to know them and have them show us around the islands."
"Stephanie is a gourmet as what she generated out of the galley was nothing short of fantastic"
"They had their yacht ready for guests and plenty of provisions. We were never in want of anything. Interesting folks to talk with on a wide variety of topics. Captain Jake indulged my many questions with a wealth of knowledge regarding sailing and boat systems."
We had the best time with this group! Can't wait for them to come back again!!
I am very happy we could actually book Peggy on this charter and with Steph, Jake and the pups, this was a true perfect match:
Lela, I just wanted to say thank you for approaching my last minute, challenging situation with such a wonderful, positive, can do attitude. I don’t know if I would have followed through on this otherwise. My daughters and I are so happy here with Steph and Jake. Plus we left our snugly dog Paisley behind and Sarah loves Rosco. We haven’t been this calm and peaceful in a couple of years. This is our first vacation together, just the 3 of us girls, and lying outside on the trampolines tonight looking at the stars with them both so happy is what I was hoping for. They are so excited to see what tomorrow brings after our first day of snorkeling, sailing, great food and a late night bio-luminescence swim. Thank you again. Peggy
I am so happy that we were able to help this family and this text above made my xmas.
First of all... your couple name of course should be “steaks”. Just thought of that now, lol. If I didn’t start this letter off with a corny joke, it wouldn’t be me now would it? Right now I’m sitting in the cockpit of Dreamcatcher reflecting on exactly how many things I’d like to thank you for from this week. To start with, I knew I would love you guys the first night we piled in the dingy and headed to Lagoonies... laughing at each other through torrential downpour of rain. Then there was the buffoon heckling Jakes body language, and the lovely French woman declaring, “he’s a barbarian!!” Then Martin played songs by Jack Johnson and we all quietly sang along as we watched the locals mingle and dance in the muggy night. One can’t usually enter a space like that with as much chameleon grace as a first timer to a new country...
Thank you for being our guides and making this so much deeper than a tourist experience. We loved listening to the stories you readily shared - about truth or dare and lessons learned and pranks played... the love you have for your kids is evident, touching and heartwarming.
Stephanie made fantastic foods, gave me honest and perspective filled advice on boat life and always made us feel as if we really belonged here. Thank you. We loved that you welcomed us to a heart dinner and rousing game of dominoes while Patrick loudly complained about the beach music. Then there was the all you can eat candy buffet Jake bestowed upon us or last night here where he patiently listened to us tell a rambling array of stories from our own journeys. (And thank you Jake for listening with compassion and for sharing the perspective you’ve gained from your experience to give me a compass in my concern for my better that will always mean so much to me.)
Em and I have the opportunity a few nights before we left to sit on the trampolines and talk about so many things that had been on lockdown since the whirlwind of our recent move... things like astronomy and travel, friendship, spirituality and reminiscing about our past enough to recognize new areas of our own growth... food for the soul.
The lapping water and retired volcanoes dotted through with gentle lights created by what I call a “moment made eternity” something that will always stay with me no matter where I go.
You see, for years now, I’ve had a distant link in my mind between the view of masts disappearing into the night sky and the word “home”. I hope that someday this will be literal as well as spiritual, but either way... I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing your mast- and your home with me. Much love to you both and to the boat dogs... Lydia and Em
This morning, Jonathas showed me a video he took while I was sleeping. It was a solid two minutes of hearty, motor (or engine) like snoring. Although I probably need a C-Pap now, I have not been this rested in so long. I was wondering if it were the fresh air, or the warmth of your company, or the blue of the ocean I have no vocabulary for, a gentle rock of Dreamcatcher’s hull. Or all of them.
Now that I’ve waxed poetic, I’d like to thank you for opening your life to us and giving us a glimpse at what happiness looks like.
We hope to be back, snore a little bit more, live a bit more.
Yours
Miles & Jonathas
Cassandra, Robert and Blakleigh
Thank you Stake and Jeff for providing this lovely trip for me and my fam. I had such a wonderful time exploring beaches, roaming around town and playing games with you guys! I wouldn’t want to spend my spring break and other way (duh). I never want to leave! But unfortunately everything good must come to and end.
Love you guys both,
Lexi
Thank you for being a part of our lives. This vacation was very much a coming home. Leaving will mark the beginning of coming back.
Charlotte and Joe
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