- Serenity Yachts just released two models for solar-powered yachts.
- The boats were unveiled at the Miami International Boat Show in February.
- The Serenity 64 costs $3.3 million, and the Serenity 74, which is in production, will cost $5.5 million.
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Nearly everything is getting a sustainable makeover, even luxury yachts, apparently. Grand Cayman-based Serenity Yachts just showed off two of their new designs for solar-powered yachts at the Miami International Boat show.
The Serenity 64 and Serenity 74 will go for $3.3 million and $5.5 million, respectively. So far, two of the 64 have been produced, while the 74 is still in production. The yachts are designed to maximize efficiency while maintaining a smooth ride, according to Serenity.
Look at the Serenity 64 here.
Serenity Yachts unveiled two solar-powered luxury yachts at the Miami International Boat Show earlier in February.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
The company has two of the Serenity 64 model, which it showed off in the water at the show.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
The yacht is equipped with 65 square meters of solar panels.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
They provide enough power for the yacht to cruise indefinitely at between four and six knots…
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
…while still powering all the amenities.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
The Serenity 64 has electric and hybrid motors.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
It has a cruising speed of five to six knots using electric power, or up to 16 knots using diesel.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
The 64-foot boat can come in several different layouts.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
Now, let’s take a look inside.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
This model has a combined galley and saloon on the main deck.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht deck.sourceSerenity Yachts
The cockpit table can fit six to ten people, with two more sofas that seat an extra eight people.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht deck.sourceSerenity Yachts
The lounge area in the saloon has a dining table that seats eight.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht deck.sourceSerenity Yachts
Furniture is made from wood veneers over a honeycomb interior.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht deck.sourceSerenity Yachts
As one potential interior option, the yacht can be built with an extra-large master cabin that spans the full hull.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht cabin.sourceSerenity Yachts
In that configuration, there would also be two VIP cabins, each with their own bathroom, and one crew cabin.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht cabin.sourceSerenity Yachts
Alternatively, the yacht could have four VIP cabins with en-suite bathrooms, plus a crew cabin.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht bathroom.sourceSerenity Yachts
Bathrooms each contain a sink, electric toilet, and separate shower.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht bathroom.sourceSerenity Yachts
The master bathroom is larger than the others.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht bathroom.sourceSerenity Yachts
It has a larger, king-sized shower, and an optional Jacuzzi.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht bathroom.sourceSerenity Yachts
All bathrooms have stone countertops and access to hot water, plus a rainfall shower.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht bathroom.sourceSerenity Yachts
Each bedroom has at least a double bed.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht cabin.sourceSerenity Yachts
Cabins can also have additional storage under the bed and built into lockers.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht cabin.sourceSerenity Yachts
Or, they can have extra lounge seating.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht cabin.sourceSerenity Yachts
Each room also has a desk, plus additional floor storage.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht cabin.sourceSerenity Yachts
The master even has a walk-in closet.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht cabin.sourceSerenity Yachts
A large storage area is available as an alternative for the crew cabin.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
The pantry includes a kitchen with cabinets for storage, a sink, and a cooktop.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht kitchen.sourceSerenity Yachts
The flybridge holds the engine controls and control panel.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
The other controls are at the helm.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
It’s located on the upper level of the yacht.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
It has three lounge seats, plus a sofa that transforms into a sunbed.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
In case of bad weather, the retractable roof can close over the deck.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
The upper deck can also be a great place to catch a sunset.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts
Right now, Serenity has two 64 models in the water, and the 74 model is in production.
Foto: Serenity 64 yacht.sourceSerenity Yachts