St. Croix 
St John 
Charlotte Amalie 
Gregerie Channel 
Some Kind of Wonderful Yacht Description
Some Kind of Wonderful is an exceptionally stunning custom-built Fountaine Pajot. Newly built and launched in 2016, she is a remarkable Flagship and top-of-the-line luxury cruising cat designed for the most astute traveler. With her Carbon fiber mast and boom, Kevlar standing rigging, extended hulls and keels she is lighter, faster, and stronger than the standard Victoria, ensuring guests reach their destinations quickly and smoothly whether under power or sail.
Some Kind of Wonderful is strikingly sleek, extraordinarily elegant, and exceedingly spacious with an overall length of 72 feet and beam of 31 feet. She is the epitome of cruising luxury. Previously privately owned and professionally crewed, Some Kind of Wonderful is new to the charter fleet in 2023.
The luxuriously appointed interior and notable design of Some Kind of Wonderful have been perfected for socializing with never-ending space both above and below deck. With a multitude of dining, living, sunbathing, and lounging areas to choose from, guests are presented with numerous options to create timeless memories in a spectacular retreat with loved ones. The salon is exceedingly open and airy, thanks to a well thought out style and intelligent design with large windows, ensuring beautiful 360-degree scenery. The salon features an inviting sofa and coffee table for lounging or watching movies on the large cinema screen. The open galley has seemingly endless counterspace and is equipped with all new state-of-the-art appliances, fine china, and elegant glassware.
The exterior of Some Kind of Wonderful is most impressive! The highlight of the yacht is the exceptionally large flybridge with dual access points for safe and convenient movement onboard. There is ample space for the captain to maneuver at the helm, with nearby seating to allow guests who want to be a part of the sailing experience to stay close to the action. The flybridge boasts an oversized c-shaped sofa, 2 cocktail tables, 2 bench seats, 2 lounge/day beds, and versatile awning. The flybridge includes 2 convenient refrigerators to maintain deliciously cold beverages and cocktails, while enjoying the picturesque views, tranquil sunsets, and evening breezes. The substantial aft deck is shaded by the flybridge overhead and provides 2 additional bench seats, 2 lounge/daybeds, as well as an elegant setting for formal dining. The foredeck with 2 additional lounge/daybeds, 2 bow pulpit seats, and 2 trampolines is a wonderful place for lounging, spotting turtles or dolphins, and immersing yourself in the incredible views while underway.
Some Kind of Wonderful accommodates 8 guests in 4 cabins: 1 king primary suite and 2 twin beds that can be converted upon request to a king, and 2 queens. Each cabin has a private ensuite bathroom with separate dry shower stalls, independent air-conditioning, complete with the highest quality bed linens, towel sets, and beach towels with Some Kind of Wonderful branding. The primary suite is vast and elegantly appointed, with additional seating/lounge area, a television, a desk/dressing table, king size bed, and the ensuite bathroom with separate oversized glass shower stall and double vanity. Evening turn-down service is one of our bespoke ways of providing superb levels of comfort.
Some Kind of Wonderful is equipped with a large array of water toys including snorkel gear, stand-up paddleboards and more. The extended tender platform converts to a swim platform for easy access to water activities. For guests interested in scuba diving, you will not find a better choice than Some Kind of Wonderful as she offers a first-class diving experience with a complete assortment of top-of-the-line equipment. Captain Jake is a PADI certified Dive instructor and Chef Stef is a PADI certified Dive Master. Jake and Stephanie love to share their passion for diving and the wonders of the world below the surface.
After an adventure-filled day of sailing, water sports, swimming, diving, or on-shore excursions, appreciate the well-lit and immense cockpit dining area as you enjoy an extraordinary meal with your friends and family. Take pleasure in a handmade cocktail prepared just for you by your professional crew. You will appreciate firsthand the meaning of serenity, relaxation, and elegance when you charter with us on Some Kind of Wonderful. Your experienced Captain and accomplished Chef await your arrival in paradise to create unforgettable moments and memories to last a lifetime.
Advertised by DMA Yachting, the breathtaking charter yacht Some Kind of Wonderful is a 72 ft sailing catamaran. The most appealing features of Some Kind of Wonderful are her elegant profile and inviting socializing areas. Some Kind of Wonderful spends the summer and winter season in US Virgin Islands. She was delivered by the renowned boatbuilder Fountaine Pajot in 2016. A well-done refit was finalized in 2023. The ingenious yacht layout features 4 large cabins and comfortably accommodates a maximum of 8 guests.
Some Kind of Wonderful is presented primarily as a sailing catamaran. The the heart of the yacht is the main saloon, which connects to the aft deck. The aft deck is where heart of the yacht is and that's where most of the delicious meals are served. The fascinating cabins are located in the 2 massive hulls. 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 Twin 150 HP Volvo Fisher Panda 15Kw generator engines and a generator.
Accommodation
One King CabinTwo Queen Cabins
One Cabin with two singles that convert to a King
Captain Only
MCA Compliant: MCA Compliant Rates are All Inclusive Taxes, re-location fees, cruising permits and licenses may be extra. Please verify with clearing house. Cruising Permit: Paid by Client Licenses: Paid by Boat <b>PICK-UP AND DROP-OFF TIMES:</b> Pick-up - 2pm Drop-off - 11am 72HR TURNS 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. Additional Rate Details: MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5 except Prime Holiday Weeks LESS THAN 7 NIGHT CHARTER RATES: For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights. SCUBA Please see amenities for pricing and other detailsWhat is the cabin arrangement of Some Kind of Wonderful?
- 1 Master cabin
- 2 VIP cabins
- 1 Twin cabin
Some Kind of Wonderful
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Weekly price: $38,000 - $44,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 72'
- # of Guests: 8
- # of Cabins: 4
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: Fountaine Pajot
- Cruising Speed: 10
- Max. Speed: 10-12
- Built Year: 2016
- Refit: 2023
Some Kind of Wonderful 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 2023 to 2024 | $38,000 | $39,000 | $40,000 | $41,000 | $42,000 | $43,000 | $44,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Winter 2023 to 2024 | $38,000 | $39,000 | $40,000 | $41,000 | $42,000 | $43,000 | $44,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Summer 2024 | $38,000 | $39,000 | $40,000 | $41,000 | $42,000 | $43,000 | $44,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Some Kind of Wonderful Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Total | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 day charter | 76,000$ to 88,000$ | 15,200$ to 26,400$ | 91,200$ to 114,400$ | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 38,000$ to 44,000$ | 7,600$ to 13,200$ | 45,600$ to 57,200$ | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 19,000$ to 22,000$ | 3,800$ to 6,600$ | 22,800$ to 28,600$ | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 38,000$ / 6 * 3 days = 19,000$ |
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: $38,000
High season rate: $44,000
CHRISTMAS: Flat Rate $49,000 must end no later than Dec 27th
NEW YEARS: Flat Rate $52,000 must begin no sooner than Dec 29th
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.
Summer Base Port: Tortola, BVI
Summer Operating Area: Tortola, BVI
Winter Base Port: Tortola, BVI
Winter Operating Area: Tortola, BVI CHRISTMAS: Flat Rate $49,000 must end no later than Dec 27th
NEW YEARS: Flat Rate $52,000 must begin no sooner than Dec 29th
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.
Summer Base Port: Tortola, BVI
Summer Operating Area: Tortola, BVI
Winter Base Port: Tortola, BVI
Winter Operating Area: Tortola, BVI
Price Terms
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Amenities
Specifications
Features
Layout
More Specifications
Diving Onboard
Weight sets 110+lbs
Dive Lights 8 + rentals
Wet suits need to be rented if required
Referral Dive certification $295
Advanced Open Water Certification $650
Discover Scuba Diving $200
*All scuba instruction, rental and dive fees to be collected by crew on, or before arrival on board.
**Medical forms to be completed prior to arrival on board.
0-3 Included in charter fee
4-6 $150 per diver
7-9 $300 per diver
10-12 $450 per diver
Dive tanks, air refills & weights included in the above.
Gear rental available $250 per person for full set up. Excludes wetsuit.
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
Crew Information
Captain: Jacob Bonds
Both crew members hold BVI work permits valid until October 2024
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 Some Kind of Wonderful 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 Some Kind of Wonderful 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 the boat and consider it our home. 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 Some Kind of Wonderful!
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 Some Kind of Wonderful. She says, “Most people come on to the 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 Some Kind of Wonderful: 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.
Menu
Chef Stef believes in cooking from the heart and will create a custom menu based on your likes and dislikes. However, she often goes "off script" and makes dishes that have been inspired after meeting you. The sample menu below is a small taste of the delicious creations she will put in front of you. If you have a special request, please let us know.
Breakfast - Fresh fruit plate, coffee, tea or juice
-Cinnamon French toast with berry compote, thick cut bacon and fresh fruit
-Crepes, sweet crepes with fresh fruit, and hot syrup
-Avocado toast, fresh local bread topped with ripe avocado, thick crispy bacon and your choice of egg
-Yogurt parfait, plain yogurt topped with fresh fruit, organic granola and local honey
-Fresh egg scramble with wilted spinach, tomatoes and sour dough toast
-Shakshuka eggs with thick toast for dipping
Lunch – tea, soda, wine, beer or cocktail
-Caribbean grilled shrimp Cesar salad with homemade parmesan crisps
-Fish or shrimp tacos with spicy creme fresh, guacamole and homemade corn chips
-Lobster Louie Salad - big chunks of fresh lobster, hard boiled egg, tomatoes and homemade dressing
-Mango, avocado and shrimp salad served with warm homemade bread
-Greek chicken salad with homemade dressing and warm pita bread
Appetizer - chefs drink special of the day
-Marinated cherry tomatoes and avocado in homemade parmesan cup
-Charcuterie board
-Homemade corn chips with homemade guacamole and pico gallo
-Grilled prosciutto wrapped asparagus spears
-Bacon wrapped brussel spouts with balsamic reduction
Dinner- Paired with a glass of wine, house salad and/or sliced French bread
-Seared scallops and/or shrimp with brown butter lemon pan sauce with creamy risotto
-Red wine braised beef short ribs with cauliflower mash and savory mushrooms
-Surf n' Turf - Fresh caught grilled lobster, steak cooked to perfection, mashed potatoes and vegetables
-Savory Peruvian chicken and rice, sweet & savory plantains and special green sauce
-Chicken or Fish piccata - seared in tangy white wine lemon sauce with herbed brown rice
-Summer risotto with sweet corn, fresh tomatoes, seared shrimp in a light lemon butter sauce
Dessert - served with coffee or nightcap
-creamy vanilla ice cream topped with fresh fruit and Guavaberry Rum
-double chocolate cake with fresh whipped cream and berries
-mini cheesecake
-chocolate tasting with port
-pirate bites, caramel & chocolate in a warm pastry
-homemade cookies, tarts and cakes
