Asking PriceBroker
$2,595,000 USD
+28 moreMakeMarlow Yachts
ModelExplorer 72E-CB
Length0.8m
Cabins4
Draft0.8m
Overview
About this vessel
"Fiddlers Dream" was originally commissioned for extended cruising throughout Florida and the Bahamas, where she spent her first two years exploring warm coastal waters. She was later transported to Europe, operating out of Cannes, and now resides in Malta, having proven herself a capable and versatile yacht across multiple cruising regions.
Maintained to MCA class throughout her life and equipped with an ASEA 60/50 Hz shore power transformer, she is fully prepared for global cruising. Built to exacting Germanischer Lloyd specifications and certification standards, "Fiddlers Dream" has benefited from consistent professional maintenance. Her hull is protected with a durable Copper coat bottom system, enhancing efficiency and reducing upkeep.
The interior showcases exceptional craftsmanship, with much of the custom cabinetry designed and built by Design Unlimited in the UK. The result is a timeless, sophisticated aesthetic that places her among the most elegant yachts available in her class. She is offered fully equipped with high-end crockery, crystal glassware, and solid silver cutlery, ready for immediate enjoyment and entertaining.
From the raised pilothouse, visibility is outstanding, offering commanding 360-degree sightlines for confident navigation. Below, the full-beam master stateroom is ideally positioned amidships beneath the pilothouse, providing maximum comfort and stability.
The pilothouse is impressively spacious and thoughtfully configured to maximize both comfort and functionality. Rather than a large, underutilized lower helm station, unnecessary in a command bridge design, the space has been intelligently reimagined with a generous seating area and teak table forward, creating an inviting setting for dining, relaxing, or planning passages. A compact helm station is positioned to starboard, offering a practical and efficient command position. Aft of the dining area, the galley is seamlessly integrated and open to the salon, promoting a natural flow between living spaces. To starboard, a staircase provides convenient access to the staterooms below. The secondary helm is designed with the owner-operator in mind, allowing the captain to remain engaged with family and guests while operating the vessel during extended offshore passages.
The galley is centrally located on the main deck, positioned at the aft end of the pilothouse. Thoughtfully designed, the space features an open sightline beneath the aft galley cabinetry, allowing visibility through to the salon and aft deck, enhancing the sense of openness and connection between living areas. The countertops are finished in elegant Black Galaxy granite, adding both durability and a sophisticated visual appeal. An undermounted sink is positioned on the aft side of the counter for convenient workflow, while the U-shaped layout places a Gaggenau cooktop to starboard, complete with removable stainless steel sea rails to secure cookware underway. Below the cooktop, a matching Gaggenau oven is seamlessly integrated into the cabinetry. Forward in the galley, Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer drawers are conveniently located adjacent to the sink and dishwasher, providing efficient access to cold storage while maintaining a clean, organized layout. Generous cabinetry above and below the counters ensures ample storage, making the galley highly functional for both extended cruising and entertainment.
The yacht features four well-appointed staterooms for owners and guests, complemented by three full heads. A spacious full-beam master stateroom is ideally positioned amidships beneath the pilothouse. Separate crew quarters aft, designed for a captain and mate, feature private access and twin bunks, allowing crew to operate discreetly without entering guest areas. Throughout the yacht, a warm satin cherry interior finish adds a timeless sense of sophistication.
The engine room offers full stand-up headroom and is fully air-conditioned, creating a comfortable and accessible working environment. There is excellent access on all sides of the engines, allowing for straightforward inspection and maintenance. At the forward end of the engine room, a centralized sea chest supplies seawater to the engines, generator, air-conditioning system, and all other onboard systems requiring raw water cooling. Each system is individually valved, providing convenient isolation for servicing and enhanced operational control. A single 3,000-gallon fuel tank is positioned just forward of the engine room bulkhead, strategically located near the yacht's center of buoyancy. This design helps maintain a consistent running angle regardless of fuel level, contributing to stable and predictable performance underway. Additionally, the fuel tank serves as an effective sound barrier, further insulating the forward living spaces from engine noise and vibration.
The cockpit features uninterrupted teak decking and a built-in seating area with an accompanying table, creating a comfortable and inviting outdoor living space. An extended boat deck provides full overhead coverage, offering excellent protection from both sun and rain while enhancing the usability of the cockpit in a variety of conditions. Double doors from the salon open directly into the cockpit, allowing the two spaces to seamlessly merge into one expansive entertaining area, ideal for indoor-outdoor living and social gatherings. Aft, transom doors provide access to an oversized swim platform, which in turn connects to a transom entry leading to the engine room and dedicated crew quarters, ensuring efficient and private access to technical spaces.
The yacht is constructed using advanced materials and modern building techniques that deliver exceptional strength while maintaining a lighter overall displacement than traditionally built vessels. The incorporation of Kevlar, modified epoxy resins, and high-density core materials results in a hull that is stronger than many heavier counterparts, yet significantly more efficient. Throughout the yacht, honeycomb and structural foam cores are utilized in counters, cabinetry, and soles, contributing to both durability and weight reduction without compromising structural integrity or finish quality. The reduced weight enhances fuel efficiency and range, allowing for extended cruising with lower operating costs, an advantage that is especially valuable for long-distance passagemaking and time spent offshore.
"Fiddlers Dream" represents a rare combination of pedigree, global capability, and refined luxury, an exceptional opportunity for discerning owners seeking a true long-range cruising yacht.
Specifications
The details
Vessel
MakeMarlow Yachts
ModelExplorer 72E-CB
Dimensions
Length overall0.8m
Draft0.8m
Accommodation
Cabins4
Features
On board
Twin Caterpillar C-18 engines
Twin Cummins 22.5KW 50Hz generators
Raymarine chartplotter
Two SK9 Sea Keeper gyro stabilizers
ASEA 60/50 Hz shore power transformer
Dockmate wireless docking system
Starlink
CCTV system
Watermaker 900 GPD
Underwater lights
Aquadrive flexible drive couplings
Sea Recovery watermaker
Teak decking and furnishings
Black Galaxy granite countertops
Gaggenau cooktop and oven
Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer drawers
Custom cabinetry by Design Unlimited
Copper coat bottom system
Avon Seaport 400 DL tender with Yamaha 50HP outboard
