Which yacht is best for you? As always, it’s all about personal choice. Some may even choose their yacht based upon features such as: forward or aft pilothouse designs, enormous owners cabin and salon on aft pilothouse, bulbous bow option for better fuel economy and single or twin engine options.
If accommodating guests overnight is your main concern, then the Nordhavn N76 which offers well-appointed accommodation for up to 6 guests with its 3 cabin layout option does not match its rivals. Many of its competitors including the Nordhavn N71 and Nordhavn N80 offer slightly more guest accommodation sleeping up to 8 guests in 4 cabins, making them better choices for those seeking to maximise the number of family and friends they can sleep onboard. However, for maximum comfort for the owner, the N76 features a master cabin with an en-suite bathroom, hull side windows and a skylight and all cabins have dedicated en-suite bathrooms for family or guest convenience. Equivalently, the Outer Reef Yachts 820 CPMY and Outer Reef Yachts 800 MY also offer 3 cabins, but with facilities for 6 guests, however they still offer an exceptional level of comfort for family vacations.
Each yacht also brings unique features to the forefront. The Outer Reef Yachts 740 Deluxbridge impresses with its extensive range of 3,400 nautical miles, ideal for long voyages. The Outer Reef Yachts 740 Deluxbridge, Outer Reef Yachts 820 CPMY, Outer Reef Yachts 800 MY and Outer Reef Yachts 750 Motoryacht all feature shallow drafts for yachts of this size, allowing them to navigate waters inaccessible to deeper vessels. The performance of the Outer Reef Yachts 800 MY is especially impressive, with a top speed of 22 knots and cruising speed of 18 knots.
Despite stiff competition, the Nordhavn 76 stands out with notable features and design elements. These yachts cater to a wide range of preferences and needs, making the choice a matter of personal taste and specific requirements in the world of luxury yachting.
When considering a new (or indeed used) yacht, it’s certainly important to wonder about the alternatives in the Nordhavn range or indeed its competitors. Browse our hand-picked selection of 7 competing models.