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SWEET ESCAPE Yacht for Sale

130' Christensen | 1993 | $3,999,999 Watch Price

West Palm Beach, FL

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Sweet Escape Yacht | 130' Christensen 1993

Sweet Escape is not just a yacht — she’s a proven, revenue-generating charter business with an established clientele and transferable charter contracts already in place. Built in the USA by Christensen Yachts and continually refit, upgraded, and properly maintained, this 130′ semi-displacement masterpiece combines commercial reliability with timeless American craftsmanship, and is eligible for bonus depreciation. Significant improvements and upgrades have been made in recent years to enhance and modernize Sweet Escape. The outcome is a blend of classic exterior styling with a contemporary, elegant interior equipped with modern-day features.

Now offered by a motivated owner at $3,999,999 — with offers encouraged for a prompt sale. Sweet Escape presents a rare chance to acquire a fully operational charter platform that produced nearly $1,300,000 in charter revenue thus far in 2025! She’s U.S. built, Bahamas-friendly, and ready for immediate charter service or private enjoyment.


Highlights & Key Features

  • Charter Business in Place: Approximately $1.3 million in charter revenue in 2025 with more on the books — loyal client base.
  • Flexible Terms: Seller open to creative deal structures — including seller financing for qualified buyers.
  • Reliable Caterpillar C32 engines with Platinum Warranty- Engines were completely rebuilt in 2022 and have 2 remaining years on the Caterpillar Factory Warranty with unlimited miles.
  • Recent Upgrades: Naiad Zero-speed stabilizers, major mechanical overhauls, refreshed interior décor, and upgraded communications systems.
  • Starlink: Features new Starlink high-speed internet capability.
  • Shallow Draft: Ideal for Bahamas and Caribbean cruising.
  • Spacious Layout: Unique to a 130’ yacht, Sweet Escape can accommodate 12 guests in 6 staterooms plus crew quarters for 7; there are also two Master staterooms, one on the main level and the other down below; Sundeck features a BBQ grill, a jacuzzi, expansive sun pads, and optional shade for added comfort; multiple dining areas.
  • Turnkey Transition: Charter management, marketing materials, and active bookings are transferable upon closing.
  • Immediate Closing Possible: Vessel and business ready for inspection in Florida/Bahamas.

Denison Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Merle Wood & Associates.

Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.

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Sweet Escape HIGHLIGHTS

Sweet Escape additional information

Specifications
  • Cruising Speed: 12 kn
  • Maximum Speed: 17 kn
  • Beam: 26' 8''
  • Hull Material: Fiberglass
  • Max Draft: 6' 11''
  • Fuel Tank: 1 x 9700|gallon
  • Fresh Water: 1 x 1100|gallon
  • Cabins: 6
  • Heads: 7
Construction

Fiberglass hull and superstructure, teak decks

Dimensions

General

Length Overall (L.O.A.):130.00 feet (39.62 meters)

Beam (molded):26.91 feet (8.23 meters)

Draft (loaded):6.92 feet (2.11 meters)

Tonnage:279 gross

Capacities

Fuel Capacity: 9,440 US Gallons (3,574 liters)

Water Capacity: 1,112 US Gallons (4,209 liters)

Watermakers: (3) 60 GHP

Lube Oil:200 US Gallons (757 liters)

Waste Oil: 85 US Gallons (321 liters)

Speed

Maximum:17.0 knots

Cruising:12.0 knots

Machinery

Main Engines

Engine Type:

  • (2) C32 Caterpillar diesels @ 1650 Hp
  • Caterpillar engines with almost 2/3 years left on an Extended Platinum Factory Warranty from Caterpillar

Gearboxes for Main Engines:

  • ZF BW-256

 Drive:

  • Electronic low idle speed
  • Auxiliary engine controls port and starboard wing stations

Generators & Electricity

Output:

  • 4 cylinders: R.P.M. 1800

 Generators:

  • (2) 80 kW John Deere Northern Lights

 Generator Fuel Consumption:

  • Approx 4.5 gph @ 30% load
  • 6.1 gph @ 100% load

 Shore Power:

  • Atlas shorpower classic spa-ii
  • 100 amp cables (2) 100 amp x 100 ft

 Batteries:

  • 24 volt charger (2) 40 amp mastervolt

 Air Conditioning

  • Dometic/Marine air chilled water system
  • (3) 120,000 btu compressors
  • A/C Chillers serviced & rebuilt / additional pumps installed 2022

 Other Machinery

Watermakers:

  • Village Marine Tech. (3) 60 GPH

 Trim Tabs/Stabilizers:

  • Naiad Dynamics “at rest” / Zero Speed

 Bow Thruster:

  • Naiad twin 4 blade propellers in 16” tube hydraulic

 Steering System:

  • Steering gear powered, hydraulic w/emergency back up pump

 Fuel Separator & Filtration:

  • Alfa Laval fuel polishing system

 Sewage System:

  • Head Hunter TW-HMX - NEW 2023

 Fresh Water System:

  • (2) Head hunter Pumps Aqua – Box Multistage
Communication, Navigation And Entertainment Systems

Communication Systems

SATcom:

  • NEW STARLINK

 VHF:

  • (2) ICOM IC-M506
  • (2) ACR gmdss handheld

 Batteries:

  • (16) 6 volt, in forward of portuguese bridge

Navigation Systems

Radar:

  • Furuno 96 mile + Garmin 96 mile

 Gyrocompass:

  • Simrad satellite compass gn70

 Magnetic Compass:

  • 6“ Ritchie

 Auto Pilot:

  • Simrad ap70 mk2

 Depth Sounder:

  • Furuno fcv-587 + in GPS map

GPS:

  • Nobeltec TimeZero
  • Garmin GPS map 8617
  • Garmin GPS map 7610 (lazarette)
  • Furuno gp-33
  • Farmin GPS map 741xsv in (captain’s cabin)


Ships computer:

  • Apple mac 5 (2) monitors (bluetooth)

 AIS:

  • Furuno universal

 Laser plotter:

  • GPS map + TimeZero

 Wind/speed log:

  • in GPS GMI 20’s + B&G GPS + GMI 20’s

 Navtex:

  • Furuno hs 2003 + Furuno nx-500
  • Furuno br 510 bnwas system
  • Hailer: Raytheon Ray 430
  • Peplink marina WiFi router
  • Viasat

 Entertainment System:

a. Video Equipment
TV’s:

  • 55” HDTV - Main Salon
  • 55” HDTV - Main Master Stateroom
  • 55” HDTV - On Deck Master
  • 55” HDTV - Sky Lounge
  • 55” HDTV - Outdoor Screen Main Deck
  • 55” HDTV - VIP Lower Deck
  • 32” HDTV - Starboard Twin Stateroom
  • 32” HDTV - Port Twin Stateroom
  • 32” HDTV - Twin Bunk Cabin
  • 32” HDTV - Crew Mess
  • 18” TV - Galley

b. Audio Equipment

  • Control 4 integration/share bridge
  • ViaSat installed with unlimited data contract (YouTube TV / Netflix / HBO / Direct TV installed on all media stations
Galley And Laundry Equipment

Main Galley Equipment
Cooking Equipment:

  • (2) Miele ovens model H6580BP
  • Sharp microwave oven
  • Hoshizaki ce maker KM61BAH

Refrigeration/Freezer:

  • (2) Miele refrigerators
  • Perlick double drawer freezer HA24FB
  • (2) Miele F1813 SF freezers

 Dishwasher:

  • Miele G7856

 Crew Galley/Mess Equipment

 Cooking Equipment:

  • Microwave Magic chef
  • Breville toaster
  • Griddle by Cuisinart
  • (2) Black and Decker kettle\

Refrigeration/Freezer:

  • Blomberg fridge model K6031OHU
  • Deck fridge/ freezer
  • Bridge deck freezer Frigidaire chest
  • Bridge deck icemaker
  • (2) aft deck refrigerators Sub-Zero drawers
  • Aft deck refrigerator Edgestar wine chiller
  • Freezer bosun locker

 

Other:

• Nespresso machine
• Black and Decker drip machine

 

5.3 Laundry Equipment

Main Laundry Equipment

• (2) Washers: Miele model W3037
• (2)Dryers: Miele model T8003
• New iron: Rowena perfect steam pro DG8624U1
• Vacuums: Miele handheld Triflex HX1
• Miele compact C1 turbo team
• Hoover FH11300

Tenders And Toys

Tenders:

  • 12.5’ inflatable tender 15 Hp Mercury Outboard

 Other:

  • (2) Jet Skis 1800 cc - NEW 2023
Deck Equipment

Anchor Windlass System:

  • Twin Muir Vertical, Hydraulic

Aft Warping Capstans:

  • Maxwell Hydraulic, To Port and Starboard

Anchors:

  • FORTRESS FX-37 as spare

Anchor Chain:

  • (2) traditional style w/400’ chain

Boat Crane and Davits:

  • Nautical structures hmc1700 at fore deck
  • Roskelley/olsson hydraulic, at bridge deck

 Passerelle:

  • Marquipt (purchased October 2023)

 Swimming Platform:

  • TNT Lift powered swim platform
  • Large inflatable
Security, Fire Fighting And Safety Equipment

Security Equipment

CCTV System: 

  • Elbex CCTV System w/ (7) cameras

 Cameras:

  • (7)

 Monitors:

  • (2) Control 4 System

 Fire Fighting Equipment

Fire Control System:                                 

  •  KKidde Halon 1301
  • Tank Aft In E/R Pyrochem Pcl 300 Wet Agent Type
  • Tank In galley w/ hood
  • Outlets & Remote Release Station
  • (2) Scott Scba Sets w/(4) Tanks
  • (2) 220 V Fire/Bilge Pumps on Manifold w/hydrants
  • Aft + Honda gasoline crash pump

 Fire Extinguishers:                 

  •  (4) 2 lb
  • (17) 2.5 lb
  • (5) 5 lb
  • (14) 10 lb dry powder
  • (1) 5 lb CO2
  • (2) 2.5 gallon foam
  • fire panel

 Safety Equipment

Life Rafts:

  • (2)  REVERE 20 person

 Life Rings:                                                 

  • (4) rings w/strobes
  • (2) w/throw

 EPIRBS:                                                     

  • ACR battery expires June 2027
  • Hydrostatic release expires May 2024

 Flares:

  • as per regulation ISM

Medical Equipment:                                 

  • Medaire
  • (3) Offshore medical packs + AED & oxygen kit
  • (21) Drager EEBD Smoke Hoods
  • Life jackets, type I (43) adult, (13) child + (3) infant
  • Life jackets, other twelve type III + fourteen inflatable type
  • Immersion suits: (16) adult + (4) child
  • (2) 220 v fire/bilge pumps on manifold w/hydrants fore & aft + Honda gasoline crash pump
Accommodations

SWEET ESCAPE offers accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 staterooms, comprising of 3 king staterooms, 2 convertible twin/king staterooms, and 1 single bed with an adjacent bunk. Each stateroom is equipped with an ensuite bathroom.

MASTER STATEROOM: Located on the Lower Deck, amidship, this full-beam stateroom features a Sleep Number® King bed, a mini-refrigerator, a desk, and a settee. The ensuite  amenities are separate for His and Hers, including a Jacuzzi tub with an overhead shower, sink, head, walk-in closet, and vanity dresser for Her, as well as a steam shower with a bench seat, head, sink, and walk-in closet for Him. The entertainment system includes Bose surround sound, a 60” HDTV with an individual satellite receiver, and an iPod docking station. Port holes in the master stateroom, as well as in the ensuite, allow for abundant natural light if desired, with a complete blackout option also available. A combination safe is located in the Master Stateroom.

ON-DECK VIP KING STATEROOM: Positioned on the main deck forward, this stateroom offers a Sleep Number® King bed with picturesque views and an ensuite with a stall shower. The entertainment system features Bose surround sound, a 55” HDTV with an individual satellite receiver, and an iPod docking station.

LOWER DECK VIP KING STATEROOM: Located mid-ship to aft on the lower deck, this full-beam Stateroom boasts a walk-around Sleep Number® King bed. The ensuite  includes an oversized shower with a bench seat, head, and sink. An entertainment system with Bose surround sound, a 50” HDTV with an individual satellite receiver, and an iPod docking station complete the amenities.

CONVERTIBLE TWIN/KING STATEROOM TO STARBOARD: Found on the lower deck amidships, this stateroom offers two twin-sized beds (extra-long) convertible to 1 King bed and an ensuite  with a shower. The entertainment system includes Bose surround sound, a 36” HDTV, and an iPod docking station.

CONVERTIBLE TWIN/KING STATEROOM TO PORT: Also situated on the lower deck amidships, this stateroom offers two twin-sized beds (extra-long) convertible to 1 King bed and an ensuite  with a shower. It features an entertainment system with Bose surround sound, a 36” HDTV, and an iPod docking station. This stateroom shares the ensuite  bathroom with the 6th guest stateroom.

GUEST STATEROOM:Designed for one guest, this stateroom includes a Single bed with an adjacent bunk bed suitable for children or staff. It has a hanging locker, drawers, a 36” HDTV with an individual satellite receiver, and shares its ensuite  bathroom with the Port side King/Twin Convertible Guest Stateroom.

CREW: The Crew Area is accessed via the transom. It includes a cabin with a double berth and head, a second cabin with upper and lower bunks, another head, and a crew mess with a dinette. Access to the Engine Room is through the crew area. The Captain’s cabin, featuring a double berth, is located aft of the pilot house.

All staterooms are equipped with individual satellite receivers and individual climate controls

Refit History

2023 Rybovich Shipyard

  • Redid Ships Stability Booklet with Flag (Murray & Associates commissioned the project with Safe Harbor Rybovich)
  • New exhaust jackets one main engines
  • Props pulled & sent for cleaning
  • Anchors refurbished
  • All hydraulics including critical gear refurbished & block replaced in E/R
  • Vibration analysis by Rybovich (they found nothing)
  • (2) Fresh Air Makers added to reduce condensation.
  • Galley / Sky Lounge insulation added above overheads to minimize sweating
  • All Annuals as per Flag State Requirement
  • New furniture on Bridge Deck
  • Procured (2) 1800 Jetskies / total of 4 jetskis
  • All deck awnings & deck cushions replaced / reupholstered to modern grey contemporary
  • NEW STARLINK


2021/2022 Upgrades - Derecktors Shipyard Dania Beach:

  • Rebuilt C32 Caterpillar Main Engines - Rebuild process went all the way down to new blocks & cranks.
  • 5-year Platinum Warranty with Caterpillar
  • All engine mounts including transmission mounts & couplings sent to Lo-Rez to be refurbished
  • Shafts + Mounts reinstalled by Datum
  • Rebuilt network and added in additional access points
  • Zero Speed / At Rest Stabilizers installed. All new hardware throughout. Murray & Associates commissioned the project to Class Spec.
  • ViaSat installed with unlimited data contract (YouTube TV / Netflix / HBO / Direct TV installed on all media stations
  • Control4 Entertainment System rewired / replaced lighting panels & sound matrix. System is now fully functional throughout Vessel
  • Rebuilt water makers / replaced high pressure hoses & membranes
  • Rebuilt UPS battery backup for Control4 when changing over power
  • A/C Chillers serviced & rebuilt / additional pumps installed for better servicing of Chillers / replaced all accessible insulation throughout Vessel on chilled water loop / every air handler was serviced / replaced / reconditioned
  • New Navigational Computers / New SAT compass
  • NEMA 2000 backbone rewired to eliminated faults on tank sensors
  • All Annuals as per Flag State Requirement
  • HVAC - Rebuilt/Serviced Compressors - replaced insulation throughout Yacht (where possible)


2021/2022 Interior

  • Carpet replaced throughout Vessel
  • New Flooring in Galley & all the way through Crew area
  • Bridge carpet removed & the original flooring refurbished to match Sky Lounge corridor
  • Twin Cabins (2) due to stabilizer installation rebuilt / new wallpaper & (4) new mattress
  • Wallpaper replaced lower deck corridor
  • All Salon & Sky Lounge furniture reupholstered to more modern grey contemporary look & feel including header boards.
  • Sky Lounge bar area reupholstered & changed to modern grey contemporary look & feel including header boards.
  • Helm Chair reupholstered including additional Bridge walling


2017 Refit includes:

  • The Gym has been changed into a 6th stateroom
  • New sun pad on the Portuguese deck that doubles as a dining area for 10 guests
  • New Venetian plaster in Main Salon with Swarovski crystal chandelier
  • New propellers
  • All new interior furniture, new carpets and wooden Amtico flooring in different areas New wallpaper
  • New wine cooler
  • Sound proofing and insulation installed all over the vessel including over the generators and engine room ceiling
  • UV film installed on all windows and portholes
  • All major damaged paintwork redone on the exterior
  • Day head added to Main Salon
  • New Atlas power management system with retractable Glendinning shorepower cords
  • Aft swim platform extension, 6ft Submersible swim platform
  • Bow davit (crane) to stow two jet skis on bow
  • All new air conditioning
  • All ensuite bathrooms remodeled
  • LED lights throughout
  • All equipment in bridge being updated, HD TV’s, internet KVH, control-4-home entertainment system, hard drive movie server. Piano in main salon.
  • 75” HDTV in main salon with surround sound.
  • All new galley appliances, all new refrigeration.
  • All exterior soft goods in shades of turquoise, navy and white.
  • All new deck furniture, cushions and new sun awnings.
  • Mobile network booster which should provide fast/reliable internet all over the Exumas

Fall 2012:

  • All new interior in all the Guest Staterooms.

November 2011:

  • New engines
  • New generators
  • New soft goods in the main salon and skylounge
  • (2) Blu-ray added

2010:

  • New refrigeration
  • New A/C
  • New electrical
  • New pumps

 

- Exclusions include all of Owner's personal effects and 40’ Boston Whaler-
"All speeds, capacities, consumption, etc. are approximate or estimated; measurements can also be approximate. Specifications are provided for information only and particulars herein obtained from sources believed to be correct, but are not guaranteed. Buyer should instruct his agent and/or surveyor to check all details for accuracy. Offered subject to prior sale, price and/or inventory change, or withdrawal from the market without notification."

 

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