Yacht Description
Outdoor space wins. STARSHIP is a 143ft/43.6m Van Mill motor yacht that sleeps 12 in 5 cabins, and she is built around guest-friendly deck living across three exterior levels. Big group on board. Still room to spread out.
Jacuzzi, then water. Head up to the deck jacuzzi (noted as an eight-person setup) for the post-swim reset, then drop back down to the large swim platform for easy in-and-out access. Stabilizers underway and at anchor help keep things settled when you are moving or sleeping.
Toy box is serious. Five Yamaha VX 110 Deluxe WaveRunners, a waterslide, an e-foil, Seabobs, wakeboard, water skis, kayaks, windsurf gear, towables, and snorkeling equipment. Plus two tenders including a 38ft/11.6m Intrepid for getting out fast and making the most of the day.
Refit-backed comfort. Built in 1988 and refit as recently as 2017 (with continued upgrades noted into 2020), STARSHIP pairs a fully refurbished interior with a flexible cabin plan: a master, two king cabins, and a queen VIP with a pullman, plus a twin. A proper setup for families or all-adult groups who want options, not negotiations.
Specifications
- Length overall
- 143ft / 43 m
- Beam
- 26m
- Draft
- 7m
- Builder
- Van Mill
- Year built
- 1988
- Refit
- 2017
- Type
- Motor Yacht
- Cruising speed
- 10 knots
- Top speed
- 17.8 knots
- Consumption
- 105 US Gall/Hr
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 5
- Crew
- 9
Charter Price
From $120,000 to $135,000 per week, plus APA.
Plus Expenses arrangement — boat and crew only, without tip.
All prices generated as a guide. Availability subject to confirmation. Gratuity discretionary, typically 5%–25% of the base price.
Variable expenses — fuel, food, marina fees — are deducted from an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), an additional deposit added to the charter price. The remainder is returned after charter.
- Total guests
- 12
- Total cabins
- 5
- King cabins
- 3
- Queen cabins
- 1
- Single cabins
- 2
- Pullman cabins
- 1
- A/C
- Full
- A/C at night
- Yes
- Jacuzzi
- Yes
5 staterooms for 12 guests.
Starship's major refit in 2004 and continued upgrades into 2020, have her showing like new. She sleeps twelve guests in 5 staterooms each with en-suite bath. There are also an additional 2 day heads for guest use. She is decorated throughout with rich mahogany wood, elegant marble finishes, fine art and elegant soft goods.
The side entrance welcomes guests into an impressive main foyer. The main salon is arranged with a full bar, two sitting areas, one area with a semi circular settee facing the 52" flat screen TV and entertainment system, the next area with inviting sofa and oversized chairs, and the most aft to port set with a game table. The private formal dining is forward with a round table which comfortably seats 10. The fine china, detailed cabinetry and superb view forward provide an intimate and memorable dining experience.
The skylounge area is a great alternative for intimate cocktails and entertaining, or simply to escape to a quieter place for a bit of work at the desk or relaxation in the cozy sofa or chairs. The Master suite is located amidship on the lower deck and features a California King size bed, full seating area with sofa and chairs, large walk-in closets with dressing area and elegant en-suite marble accented bathroom with steam shower.
There are four additional staterooms aft of the Master including a Queen VIP with pullman and sofa bed, two mirrored guest staterooms set with King sized beds and a Twin guest stateroom to starboard. Each stateroom is ensuite with head and shower and fully equipped with flat screen TV, DVD and CD.
Aft of the skylounge is a large square al fresco dining table for 12 guests serviced by a full bar to starboard. Up one level to the flybridge deck, guests can enjoy the jacuzzi, plenty of comfortable sunning areas and seating, wet bar and surround sound music.
- Captain
- Chris Wallace
- Nationality
- British
Runs the charter with 20+ years in yachting, keeping navigation and day plans on track. Brings a strong water-sports background to help organize active days.
- British nationality
- 20+ years in yachting
- Language: English
Leads water time with a focus on diving days and safe in-water supervision. Helps keep deck operations organized and on schedule.
- South African nationality
- 9 years in yachting
- PADI certified open water instructor
- 200 Ton Yacht Master License
Keeps meals timed to the day with 10 years in yachting across the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and USA. Culinary school trained in 2018, with wine and spirit certification for beverage pairing.
- 10 years in the yachting industry
- Culinary school completed in 2018
- Wine and spirit certification
- Languages: English
Keeps the interior running at a steady pace, drawing on 5.5 years in yachting and a hospitality background. Supports water-focused days like snorkeling and paddleboarding with service that matches the schedule.
- 5.5 years in yachting
- Grew up between Indiana and California
- Languages: English, Thai
Supports fast turnarounds for cabins, drinks, and table service, with a structured training background. Helps keep service consistent during busy charter days.
- From Knysna, South Africa
- Entered yachting in 2020
- Languages: English, Afrikaans
- Certifications include STCW Basic + PDSD, ENG 1, RYA Power Boat Level II, MCA/Highfield Food Health Safety Level II
Adds pastry training to support dessert and sweet-course service while keeping interior routines moving. Has been on Starship since Feb 2019, helping maintain consistency from charter to charter.
- Originally from South Africa
- On Starship since Feb 2019
- Studied culinary arts and advanced pastry for 2 years at 1000 Hills chef school
- Languages: English, conversational Spanish
Keeps core systems reliable so guests get steady power and onboard comfort throughout the trip. Brings cruise-ship experience plus 6 years in yachting.
- Raised in Newport, South Wales
- 6 years in yachting; previously worked on cruise ships
- Holds SV 9000/3000KW Second Engineer Unlimited
- Language: English
Supports deck operations while capturing charter highlights as onboard videographer and photographer. Helps keep activities organized while guests are on the water.
- Born and raised in Woodland Hills, California
- Joined yachting in 2019
- Education: Retailing and Computer Sciences - University of Arizona
- Working towards a 100 ton USCG license
Runs day-to-day deck work and helps set up snorkeling and water-sports sessions. Holds multiple deck and safety credentials to support controlled operations underway and at anchor.
- Nearly 4 years in yachting
- Grew up between South Africa, the UK, and Zimbabwe
- Certifications: AEC1, Yachtmaster, EDH, Yacht Rating, PADI open water
- Language: English
- Salon TV
- Yes
- Sat TV
- Yes
- Multimedia
- Yes
- Crew pets
- Yes
- Pet type
- Dogs
- Ice maker
- Yes
- Board games
- Yes
- Special diets
- Yes
- Kosher
- On inquiry
- BBQ
- Yes
- Gay charters
- Yes
- Hairdryers
- Yes
- Crew smokes
- On inquiry
- Internet
- Onboard WIFI
| Toy | description |
|---|---|
| WaveRunners | 5 Yamaha VX 110 Deluxe WaveRunners. |
| Seabob F5S | 2 Seabob F5S underwater scooters for powered swimming. |
| E-foil | E-foil electric hydrofoil board for riding above the water. |
| Towable toys | Towable toys for being towed behind the tender. |
| Banana boat - towable | Towable banana for being towed behind the tender. |
| Tube - towable | Towable tube for being towed behind the tender. |
| Foilboard | Foilboard for hydrofoil-style riding. |
| Wakeboard | Wakeboard for riding behind the tender. |
| Water skis - adult | Water skis for adults. |
| Kayaks | 2 kayaks (1 inflatable and 1 hard bottom). |
| Paddleboards | 3 paddleboards. |
| Windsurfer - adult | Windsurf equipment for beginners and intermediate riders. |
| Inflatable trampoline | Inflatable trampoline for on-water bouncing. |
| Water slide | Water slide (15x25). |
| Snorkeling gear | Snorkeling gear for guests. |
| Fishing gear | Fishing gear for guests. |
Onboard Entertainment
Gym equipment: Free Weights TRX Bands Precor Treadmill Elliptical Machine
Diving
Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Fishing
Registry & Permits
- Flag
- Marshall Islands
- Homeport
- Fort Lauderdale
- License
- 2
- Permit
- 2
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