{"id":13452,"date":"2025-07-25T10:58:36","date_gmt":"2025-07-25T02:58:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.boatshowchina.com\/?p=13452"},"modified":"2025-07-22T11:05:48","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T03:05:48","slug":"28m-explorer-yacht-once-owned-by-jimmy-buffett-listed-for-auction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.boatshowchina.com\/en\/latest-news\/archives\/13452","title":{"rendered":"28m explorer yacht once owned by Jimmy Buffett listed for auction"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The 27.5-metre Cheoy Lee explorer yacht, Doubleyou, once owned by the renowned American singer Jimmy Buffett, has been listed for auction with G3 Auctions. The 24-hour auction will begin at 11.00am (EST) on the 4th September 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Said to have inspired several songs written by the late singer-songwriter \u2013 many while he was lounging in the crow’s nest \u2013 Doubleyou is the only Cheoy Lee 90 Expedition model designed by American yacht designer Tom Fexas, boasting a navy blue hull with a bulbous bow and a neat, two-deck cream superstructure.<\/p>\n\n\n

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She underwent an extensive interior refit in Indonesia, completed in 2020, that focused on the main saloon, skylounge, bridge and guest cabins. The upgraded, modern styling brought a fresh touch to the yacht’s otherwise traditional aesthetic, penned by Melody Savio, with the now relaxed interior reminiscent of a Hamptons beach house with an understated colour palette, white timber flooring and deckhead panels.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Doubleyou’s main saloon features sweeping windows, mirrored seating and a large dining table. Her galley is well-equipped and spans the yacht’s full beam (6.6 metres) \u2013 the port side fitted with a dinette area for informal dining and additional preparation space. Above, the skylounge acts as a multifunctional zone with direct access to the aft deck, fitted with an L-shaped bar with seating, a wide, forward-facing sofa and desk space.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Nine guests are accommodated in four guest cabins divided into two areas on the lower deck. The master suite and VIP cabin are situated to aft, both cabins being full-beam and well-appointed with ample storage, while two further guest cabins are located amidships with twin berths and an additional Pullman berth in the starboard cabin.<\/p>\n\n\n

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The yacht’s exterior styling is that of a traditional explorer yacht with wide side decks and an open foredeck for tender and cruising gear storage, as required, all launched via a handy hydraulic crane.<\/p>\n\n\n

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“My favourite part of the yacht is the pilothouse, which was designed for socialising with friends,” shared Doubleyou’s current owner. “It also allows me to personally pilot the boat. I specifically chose Doubleyou because, beyond her size, one would typically need a full crew to operate (and drive) the vessel. Although I\u2019ve enjoyed plenty of time aboard, it\u2019s time for her to have a new owner.”<\/p>\n\n\n

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Cassidy Woods of breezeYachting, one of the original listing brokers, said: “Doubleyou is a wonderful opportunity for someone looking to have autonomy at sea in comfort and ease without a hefty price tag. The fact that it was owned and loved by none other than Jimmy Buffett adds a special draw for me as I am a big fan. I also have it on good authority that many celebrities have graced its decks over the years \u2013 but I’ll remain tight-lipped about who they are.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Doubleyou’s original listing price was $2,700,000. The minimum auction bid will be $1,200,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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