• Guests

    12

  • Cabins

    6

  • Crew

    13

Length GT Built (REFIT)
65m
 961 GT 2013
(2019)
Beam Draft Top Speed
11.3m 3.1m 28 Kts

The multi-award winning 65m motor yacht Illusion was delivered to her owners in 2013 by Dutch shipyard Heesen. She features exterior design by Omega Architects and interior styling by Bannenberg & Rowell.

Key Features

  • Inviting swimming pool
  • Touch and go helipad
  • Sophisticated beach club
  • Spa and wellness facilities

Design & Construction

Designed around a displacement aluminium hull and superstructure she features a 11.3m beam and a 3.1m draft. The yacht is built over 3 decks with an internal volume of 961 GT (Gross Tonnes). The design also incorporates a touch and go heli-pad.

Construction started in late 2010 with the keel laid under the project name 'Omnia'. This was the first yacht built on the 6500 Aluminium design. Launched in March 2013 this yacht undertook sea trials over the following months. She was delivered to her owners in May 2013.

Exterior Design

The exterior design of Illusion offers practical and inviting spaces. At the stern, a large bathing platform provides easy access to the water. Adjacent to this area, the beach club is equipped with a bar and seating, ideal for relaxation. The aft deck pool has a glass base that allows light to filter through, creating patterns on the deck below.

Forward of the beach club, you will find a sauna, day head, and access to the engine room. The main deck aft includes a spacious pool partially shaded by the superstructure. This area is designed for socializing, with ample seating and an entertainment space.

The bridge deck features a seating and table area that can transform into a dance floor or serve as a touch-and-go helipad. The upper aft deck is designated for outdoor dining. The sun deck includes a spa pool, bar, and dining area located amidships, with additional seating and sunning spots forward.

Both the hull and superstructure are finished in white, while the boot top is highlighted in light grey. The bow of Illusion is raked, contributing to its sleek profile and enhancing its performance in various sea conditions. The deck is made of teak, offering a classic appearance and a non-slip surface for safety. 

Interior Design

The interior design of Illusion is characterized by a consistent and unified aesthetic, conceptualized by the Bannenberg & Rowell studio. The design does not vary from space to space but maintains a coherent theme throughout the yacht's interior. The key materials used include brushed spruce, Macassar ebony, polished stainless steel, nickel, rippled sycamore for the doors, and Texalium, a type of silver carbon fiber. These materials contribute to a streamlined and cohesive environment.

The main salon area is thoughtfully arranged around the engine room ducting. This space is divided into three distinct sections: the formal dining area at the front, a comfortable seating area at the rear leading to the aft deck, and a club area in between. The club area features a bar on the port side and armchairs in front of a working fireplace on the starboard side.

The beach club is another highlight of the interior, offering a spacious area for relaxation. It is complemented by a bar to starboard and a seating area that can be used for watching films or enjoying the yacht's sound system.

Accommodation

llusion offers accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 suites.  The Master Suite is situated forward, featuring a full-beam bathroom, an office area, and spacious dressing rooms. This suite provides ample space and convenience for the owner.

Accommodating additional guests, Illusion includes four guest cabins located on the lower deck. The layout comprises two aft double cabins with forward-facing sofa seating areas and two forward double cabins, maintaining generous space despite the structural constraints of the hull form.

She is also capable of carrying up to 13 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.

Performance & Capabilities

Powered by twin diesel MTU (20V 4000 M93L) 20-cylinder 5,592hp engines running at 2100rpm, motor yacht Illusion is capable of reaching a top speed of 28 knots, and comfortably cruises at 14 knots. With her 90,000 litre fuel tanks she has a maximum range of 4,200 nautical miles at 14 knots. She has been fitted with stabilizers to increase on-board comfort when the yacht is at anchor, particularly in rough waters.

Amenities

The yacht features a well-equipped gym, allowing her guests to keep up their fitness regimes at sea. Ensuring everyone on board can enjoy the water to the fullest, luxury yacht Illusion offers a large beach club connected to a swim platform, with plenty of space for lounging and soaking up the sea views. The yacht features a tender garage with storage for a range of toys and accessories. Air conditioning offers increased on-board comfort. The sundeck is the social hub of the yacht, with a deck jacuzzi for cooling off and an inviting spread of sunpads.

Crowning the yacht, the sundeck stretches out invitingly. It enjoys a jacuzzi pool, alfresco dining and a variety of sunning areas where guests' can stretch out and unwind.

Katia Damborsky, Yacht Charter Fleet (October 2019)

She is a fast vessel with a great performance thanks to her Fast Displacement Hull Form by Van Oossanen and Heesen Naval Architects. She has a six-cabin layout with a main deck master stateroom and further accommodation on the lower deck. All suites are with ensuite bathrooms and luxury amenities.

Eva Belanyiova, Charter World (October 2019)

The most alluring feature about the vessel is what goes on below the waterline. Van Ossaanen Naval Architects successfully created a yacht that cruises 30% more efficiently than a conventional round-bilged motor yacht in this size range.

Yacht Harbour (October 2019)

Illusion Yacht is not For Sale

Motor yacht Illusion is off the market at the moment, but you can browse other Heesen 6500 Aluminium Yachts for sale worldwide. For more options, check out all Heesen Yachts for sale or search all new & used yachts for sale across the globe using YachtBuyer’s Market Watch.

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