Beautiful 70-Foot Schooner with a Thriving Charter Business
Business Description
Well-Known Schooner that is Available for the First Time in Over 30 Years!
Discover the charm of owning a beautiful 70-foot schooner and its thriving charter business, available for the first time in over 30 years. This turnkey operation boasts prime city center dock space in historic ports, offering unforgettable day sailing cruises in the NE and Mid-Atlantic regions. With a solid book of business and 27 years of successful sailing, this custom-designed vessel promises an independent lifestyle and excellent income potential for an owner-operator.
In 2023, there were approximately 154 trips with a total of 5,223 passengers or roughly 34 people per trip. The crew consists of the boat captain plus one, but typically is the captain plus two crew members. The maximum crew is 3-4 at any one time and there is someone who helps with parking when the boat is in New England. The crew is all seasonal and there is also one person who assists with reservations in the summer and marketing in the off-season.
In 2023, there were approximately 154 trips with a total of 5,223 passengers or roughly 34 people per trip. The crew consists of the boat captain plus one, but typically is the captain plus two crew members. The maximum crew is 3-4 at any one time and there is someone who helps with parking when the boat is in New England. The crew is all seasonal and there is also one person who assists with reservations in the summer and marketing in the off-season.
About the Business
- Currently Relocatable
- Yes
- Facilities & Assets
- Boat Specifications:
Dimensions: LOA: 77', LOD: 64' 10", Beam: 18' 6 1/2", Draft: 7'6".
Construction: Built with 5/16th mild steel plate for the hull and 4 mild steel for the deck.
Engine: 135 HP Ford marine inline 6 natural aspirated diesel engine with 7059 engine hours as of January 2025.
Recent Work: New panels in the engine room and secured the engine belt cage in February 2025.
Interior Layout: Includes a fully equipped galley, 17' great room, small office area, two equal crew cabins, nav station, and a full-width master cabin. - Website
- http://www.horizonbrokers.com
- Market Outlook / Competition
- There is limited direct competition.
- Opportunities for Growth
- There are many ways for a new owner to grow the existing charter business.
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owner is retiring.
- Transition Support
- Seller will provide transitional training and support.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2350983
- Listing Views
- 1293
Listing ID: 2350983 The information on this listing has been provided by either the seller or a business broker representing the seller. BizQuest has no interest or stake in the sale of this business and has not verified any of the information and assumes no responsibility for its accuracy, veracity, or completeness. See our full Terms of Use. Learn how to avoid scams.
Businesses for SaleMaryland Businesses for SaleMaryland Manufacturing Businesses for SaleMaryland Auto Parts Manufacturing Businesses for Sale