AN INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

BECOME A VINTAGE YACHT PARTNER

Join Us As We Expand Across the Country

A Unique Opportunity

As a business, we believe we are fortunate that we e have likely cracked the code and developed an economic model which allows us to uniquely acquire classic vessels and leverage them for the benefit of our Partners and VYC Members. Through our fractional use program we can allow the vessels to be utilized and appreciated by vintage and classic yachting enthusiasts across the West.

In addition, and as a secondary income channel, we have select boutique hotel and winery partners in several of our venues who sell experiences aboard our yachts as a value add to their own business model which typically caters to high net worth clients.

It is our exclusive relationship with a key non profit entity which makes it possible for us to curate an unusual inventory of vessels with interesting histories and proven provenance. For instance, Ida May, one of our favorite yachts, is possibly the most famous wooden motoryacht on the West Coast because of its storied history with the elite of Hollywood and US Presidents while it was owned by comic actor Stan Laurel.

We're convinced that it is this exact ability to source high character vessels and getting them configured and prepared for use in intimate cruises, special events, or even overnight stays aboard, that sets us apart from any other vointage yacht oriented experience.

Accordingly then, this combination of acquisition, deployment, and operations is what will let us continue to drive occupancy and use rates above eighty percent and continually improve cash flows per vessel from $2-3000 a day or more.

These are just some of the reasons why you should consider becoming a Vintage Yacht Partner! Help us expand into new markets, source new vessels, earn a great tax advantaged return, and get use of yachts when they are available!

This is What We Do...

Speak with Principal Grant Sedgwick

408 655 9296

Partners Can Be Paid as Vessel Lessors

Our Yacht Acquisition Fund

Since we have a waitlist of future hotel partners and franchisees located throughout the country, we are always looking for vessels and bringing them into our refresh and refurbishment program. To support our purchases, we've created a Vintage Yacht Partner program for investor partners who are seeking a solid monthly return, plus tax benefits, and participation in operations and membership unit sales.

Preparing Vessels for Special Markets and Uses

Refresh & Reconfiguration

The amount of work to outfit a vessel and prepare it for operational efficacy varies from boat to boat. Often we can buy yachts which are virtually turnkey, where we can have them deployed and making money within weeks. Other times, the projects are larger or more exacting and require a couple of months before they are operational. Either way, our goal is the best client experience possible.

We Have Boutique Hotels Waiting

Deploy With Local Hotels

Our local hotel and winery partners represent a key cog in our operation. We do have a membership use program (known as Vintage Yacht Club) which supplements our occupancy and use rates. However, it is our primary partners who sell the individual experiences at a rate which generates the cash flow we and our Partners require. Certainly we like the old boats, but let us be honest, it is the net income that drives our business model.

Interested in Becoming a Vintage Yacht Partner?

Partner's Deck

Exclusive Use of our Motoryachts and Runabouts

Exclusive Access to Vessels

For the benefit of Vintage Yacht Partners (investors) who have contributed to the Acquisiiton Fund, all our vessels are availab;e if not previously booked by a local Partner. In addition, we maintain routine access to vessels which are permanenetly docked in Alameda, California in a covered berth at Fortman Marina on Clement Street. This location provides for easy access to San Francisco Bay and venues as far away as the San Joaquin river delta.

On the Water or at the Dock

Entertain Guests

Our vessels are ideally suited to support entertaining groups of up to six at the dock or underway in the Vintage Yacht Club venue of your choice.

See the Sights

Cruise With Friends

With both upper and lower salons, most of our vessels are comfortable for numerous guests and include a spacious master berth and head with shower.

Make Your Own Nautical Memories

Stay Overnight

Most of our vessels include a spacious double berth forward as well as two individual settees which serve as single berths in the lower salon. We aso include working galleys, refrigerators, Keurig coffee makers and an enclosed head.

Frequently Asked Questions

Partner Benefits

When I invest, am I secured by just one Vintage Yacht Partners vessel?

Your agreement to enter the Vintage Yacht Partners acquisition fund represents your participation across all our venues and all our vessels.
What Kind of Cash Flow Can I Expect?

Vintage Yacht Partners in the acquisition fund will recieve an 8 percent lease payment, paid monthly, plus their ratable percentage of an IRC Section 179 tax deduction, per vessel put into service, and participation in Vintage Yacht Club operating income, and a share of membership sales. The sponsors believe after debt service, an annual return to investors exceeding twenty percent is possible. In addition, investor partners will have the right to reserve any Vintage Yacht vessel whenever it is not previously booked and pay only the operating costs.
How Can I Become a Franchisee?

There are circumstances where we will Joint Venture with a local investor to bring the Vintage Yacht Club concept and business model to an individual market. In those cases we will first work to source the right vessels and assist with securing the local hotel relationship. From there, in return for an operating interest, we will license the rights to operate as a Vintage Yacht Club venue and supervise the sale of membership units through our Vintage Yacht Club program.
Generally, a franchisee will need to be financially prepared to fund their local vessel acquisitions prior to beginning operations.
Is it Possible to Open a New Market Myself?

There are times when we will entertain a relationship with a local partner, who without having the resouces to be a franchisee, would like to assist us with bringing a new market online. We will be pleased to work with these individuals on a one off basis as we evaluate new markets and new opportunities.
One example of this type of opportunity is with a potential corporate use where we place vessels which can be utilized as meeting and team building venues. If you have an idea about how we can enhance our services or offerings, we'd love to hear it!
Are All Yachts Captained or Can I Become Qualified as an Operator?

All our agreements with local hotel partners, include providing a licensed Captain while the vessels are not at the dock. The only exception is in Lake Tahoe, where after the Port Captain has determined that a Vuntage Yacht Club member is licensed and qualified to operate one of our vessels (typically a smaller runabout), the member may be able to operate the vessel as a bareboat charter.
Can I Buy a Vessel in the Inventory?

Yes, you can always make an offer for one of our vessels. We will regularly recycle our inventory to accomodate ongoing refurbishment, insurance surveys, repairs, haulouts, etc. Should you like to purchase one of our vessels just speak with the sponsors.