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A 72’ Irwin Ketch which is second to none in comfort and accommodations, Rhapsody has been outfitted with every possible convenience for your cruising enjoyment. Her ketch rig with hydraulically driven in-mast furling and foresails allow infinite possibilities in sail plan to meet any sea conditions. Hydraulic winches on all lines make for easy sail handling and tacking. High bulwarks, clean and wide decks, and stainless lifelines ensure our guests safety while aboard. An extensive array of electronics include seaboard satellite entertainment, twin radar, chartplotters, weather fax, wifi, and satellite phone. We even have a computer program aboard which will record your journey and allow you to make personal entries in the ship’s log, which you will receive as a record of your adventure.
The huge walk-in center cockpit with beverage refrigerator, stern bench seating, and multiple sundecks offer seating options for every taste, both underway and at anchor. Her classic teak decks are soft and cool underfoot, and her huge lazarette and electric swim platform with shower make her the perfect base for all your water sport activities.
Guest accommodations are in the stable and spacious aft of the boat, with the legendary Irwin “Full beam Owner’s Cabin” being the ultimate in sailing luxury and perfect for the Honeymoon couple or those on a romantic getaway. A private entertainment center, ensuite head, settee and dressing area as well as full headroom and walk around access to the bed are just a few of the things that set this cabin apart from the normal charter boat. Rhapsody was built to accommodate the discriminating couple’s requirements for luxury and privacy.
Two additional Queen berths have ensuite heads and are perfect for families or friends. Rhapsody is fully air-conditioned and all staterooms are well appointed. Each cabin is equipped with a flat screen television and AppleTV with a wide variety of entertainment options.
The spacious raised salon offers plenty of light and a view of of the scenery while you lounge in comfort, use the ship’s computer and wifi, or catch up on the news via our satellite entertainment center. A fully stocked bar complete with blender and ice maker is also in the salon area for your enjoyment at any time. The center of life on board, the salon is decorated in classic nautical decor with polished teak and holly and sumptuous leather seating.
RHAPSODY Specifications
| LENGTH |
72ft (21.9m) |
BEAM |
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ENGINES |
230hp Yanmar |
FLAG |
United States |
| DRAFT |
6ft 8in (2.0m) |
TYPE |
Sail yacht |
| YEAR BUILT |
2001 |
REFIT |
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SPEED
CRUISE/MAX |
9kts |
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| DESIGNER |
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BUILDER |
Irwin |
| STABILISERS |
None |
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CREW |
Captain Melanie McKown & Chef Clay Rodgers + 1 |
RHAPSODY Accommodations
Sleeps 6 In 3 Cabins
RHAPSODY can accommodate 6 guests in 3 cabins.
The Master cabin has a king size bed, shower and toilet.
2 Guest cabins have a queen size bed and shower.
RHAPSODY
is fully air conditioned through out.
This is a non-smoking vessel.
RHAPSODY´s crew has a separate heads and shower.
Guests are not allowed to bring pets onboard.
RHAPSODY Crew Profile
CREW PROFILE
Captain - Melanie
Melanie has been in love with sailing since the age of 12, when she happened to purchase Robin Grahams The Dove, and fell in love with the idea of ocean sailing.
Melanie has sailed the Caribbean Sea, the Atlantic U.S. coast, and the Tahitian islands. After a life of sailing while juggling family and a teaching career as a band and orchestra director, she has finally fulfilled the dream of living and working on the water.
Melanie looks forward to sharing her passion for sailing and her love of the islands with you aboard the Rhapsody.
Mate - Jack
Jack has grown up around boats and sailing his entire life, from small catamarans to larger luxury yachts. The British Virgins have always held a special place in his heart, as they were the first islands he sailed outside the U.S.
His interests are varied, including music, theatre, literature, philosphy, and rhetoric. Jack has always had a knack for technology, and computers, too. Along with Clay, Jack will tempt your palatte as well, but acting as the ship bartender and mixologist.
Chef - Clay
Clay has always has a passion for food and cooking for others. He became inspired watching his mother cooking in the kitchen and his love grew from there. Clay managed and cooked for a gourmet supper club for six years, where shopping fresh and hand picking every item was key. Clay then started his own catering business, cooking for a wide variety of clients and palattes.
He is excited to exceed your expectations while venturing on Rhapsody and looks forward to sharing his passion with you.
RHAPSODY Testimonials
Name: Claudia
Yacht: RHAPSODY with Melanie McKown
Charter Dates: March 25-30, 2012
Area Cruised: Virgin Islands
We hope your charter lived up to your expectations. We would love to know some of your impressions about your yachting vacation. Please answer the following questions and add any comments you may have.
1. Was the crew friendly and accommodating?
Absolutely!
2. Was the yacht comfortable and clean?
Perfect!
3. Was the yacht well ventilated?
Yes
4. Was the food good and well presented?
Fantastic
5. Did you like the area you sailed?
Yes!
6. Could we have helped you further in any way?
No
7. May we post this review on our website?
Yes
8. Additional comments on your charter?
We will recommend Captain Melanie and her crew to anyone we know, they were fantastic hosts, very graceful, accomodating and most of all, lots of fun! We always felt safe and very much confortable and even spoiled! They were awesome with our 15,13 and 11 yr old kids. We had the best vacation ever!Jan. 3-8-12
We hope your charter lived up to your expectations. We would love to know some of your impressions about your yachting vacation. Please answer the following questions and add any comments you may have.
1. Was the crew friendly and accommodating?
Yes - the crew was amazing! We definitely look forward to the opportunity to sail with them again in the future
2. Was the yacht comfortable and clean?
Yes - the boat was the perfect size, very clean and comfortable
3. Was the yacht well ventilated?
Yes - there were plenty of window, as well as an air conditioning system, which worked very well
4. Was the food good and well presented?
Yes - the food was terrific and we enjoyed every meal that was put in front of us
5. Did you like the area you sailed?
Yes - the crew was very flexible with taking us to destinations that accomodated our interests
6. Could we have helped you further in any way?
No - everything was perfect
7. May we post this review on our website?
Yes
8. Additional comments on your charter?
Our first charter experience was a huge success and we look forward to booking our next vacation.
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