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Guests
20
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Cabins
10
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Crew
27
| Length | GT | Built (REFIT) |
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89m
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2,955 GT | 2017 (2021) |
| Beam | Draft | Top Speed |
| 15.6m | 3.9m | 17 Kts |
Delivered to its owners in 2017, this Amels superyacht claimed the title of the largest vessel constructed by the Dutch shipyard at that time. Initially 83m (272.3ft) long, Here Comes The Sun underwent a year-long refit from 2020 to 2021 which, amongst several modifications, added 6m (19.6ft) so she now stands at 89m (291.9ft) in length. The yacht's exterior design is by Tim Heywood Design, interior styling by Winch Design, and naval architecture by Amels.
Key Features
- Owner's deck spans 300 square meters
- 900 square metres of exterior decks
- Glowing charter credentials
- Shaded aft deck swimming pool
- Huge beach club with spa facilities
- Beach club-inspired interiors
Design & Construction
Designed around a displacement steel hull and an aluminum superstructure she features a 15.6m (51.8ft) beam and a 3.9m (12.7ft) draft. The yacht is built over four decks with an internal volume of 2,955 GT (Gross Tonnes). The design also incorporates a touch-and-go helipad.
Construction started in early 2014, this was the first yacht built on the Amels 272 design. The yacht was designed and constructed in compliance with the Lloyds Register technical standards. Launched in June 2016 the yacht undertook sea trials over the following months. Here Comes the Sun was delivered to her owners in January 2017.
Returning to Amels for a 6m (20ft) extension, the yacht underwent significant enhancements in 2021. The additions included two VIP staterooms, a sundeck helipad, a spacious 60sq/m swim platform, and a new color scheme and paintwork. Overseen by the original naval architect Azure Yacht Design, the project successfully refined Tim Heywood’s original exterior design while preserving the spirit and style of Winch Design's custom interior and material choices.
The refit was rewarded with the “Best Rebuilt Yacht” trophy at the 2022 World Superyacht Awards.
Exterior Design
Here Comes The Sun is a majestic 83-meter creation from the renowned shipyard, Amels. Its exterior styling is the work of the acclaimed designer, Tim Heywood, who has artfully crafted the vessel's stunning profile. The yacht is distinct with its white superstructure contrasted by a dark navy hull, portraying a classic yet modern maritime elegance.
The yacht's exterior lines are sleek and smooth, with a gentle curve that sweeps all the way around the back and into the stairwells, around the swimming pool, and back outside of the stairwells.
The superstructure to each side sweeps back in long curves, with the aft sections featuring shaded glass. Individual lounging nooks have been designed behind these, offering guests a private spot to relax in shade and privacy. The curving pillars aft, a signature feature of Amels' Limited Editions, add a touch of style and are rigged with lights and fittings to hold awnings that can cover the sunbathing space. The covered central portion of the deck holds another long dining table, perfect for al fresco dining, while forward there's a bar and a spa pool with sun pads and cabanas.
One of the yacht's standout features is its main deck pool. The design team cleverly recessed the pool into the beach club ceiling below, without sacrificing headroom, resulting in a long, low pool that's easy to dip into. The beach club is another design triumph, with fold-down platforms on either side, offering a seamless connection to the sea.
On the foredeck, the yacht is equipped with two small tenders and a touch-and-go helipad. When not in operation, it offers a clean, private-feeling vista, further enhancing the yacht's appeal.
Interior Design
Renowned Italian brand Visionnaire was selected for the refitting project, emphasizing a design that harmonizes with the ocean's hues. The color scheme, primarily neutral with bold accents of deep blue and azure, seamlessly integrates with the yacht's surroundings. Using high-efficiency and durable materials, including recycled options like Neive fabric from the Re-Generation project, Visionnaire prioritized environmental impact. Eco-skin, derived from treated waste, and Living Leather, produced through a metal-free and biodegradable tanning process, showcase their commitment to sustainability.
“We design lifestyle. There is nothing shiny on this yacht. It’s a home. When you walk around, there is no bling. It’s all muted".
Winch Design.
A subtle vineyard motif appears in different parts of the yacht, as one of the owners owns a vineyard. This is most prominent on the outer walls of the central staircase, that wraps around the glass-walled elevator. The handrail is a patinated oak rendition of a gnarled grapevine that also plays on the spiral theme.
The use of different textures of leather and fabrics, including suede and woven embroidered leather, creates diverse interpretations, staying within the chosen color palette that is dominated by honey, chocolate, and cream. The chromatic significance of white and blue not only aligns the interior with the sea and sky but also induces a relaxing and well-being chromotherapy effect.
The duplex arrangement of the owner's suite provides a 'her' suite decorated in heavily lacquered creams and whites with mother-of-pearl inlays suggestive of a light Hollywood Art Deco style. The dressing area includes jewelry and shoe stowage, and the vanity faces a window that provides exceptional views of the passing seascape.
The 'his' space is arguably more masculine in style, adorned with chiseled oak walls and textured carpet, complemented by display cases showcasing the owners' collectibles and artifacts. A masterstroke in design is the study, featuring a private balcony, horsehide overheads, and delicately stitched eel skin wall coverings behind the bookcases, creating a refined and luxurious ambiance.
Accommodation
Here Comes The Sun offers accommodation for up to 20 guests in ten suites comprising an owner's cabin, two VIP cabins, five double cabins, and two cabins that can operate as twins or doubles.
A six-room private owners' apartment is situated on the dedicated owners' deck and is conveniently reached through its exclusive starboard corridor, adorned with glass cabinets showcasing antique silverware and ancient artifacts. This private museum-like space extends past a dressing room and a shower room featuring intricately carved Perrera marble walls. Finally, you arrive at the 'cabin' itself, featuring port and starboard balconies, comprising a forward-facing master stateroom, a private bathroom, and a study, in addition to a private salon, dressing area, and bathroom.
The bridge deck boasts two expansive VIP suites featuring walk-around beds that open onto private balconies measuring 12m (39.3ft) in length. Four of the seven additional guest staterooms on the main deck can be interconnected, forming two suites with a bedroom, sitting room, and two bathrooms each.
The yacht can carry up to 27 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience and operational effectiveness.
Performance & Capabilities
Powered by twin diesel Caterpillar (3516) 16-cylinder 3,151hp engines running at 1800rpm, motor yacht Here Comes The Sun is capable of reaching a top speed of 17 knots, and comfortably cruises at 13 knots. With her 66,043 gallon fuel tanks she has a maximum range of 10,200 nautical miles at an economic speed of 13 knots making her well capable of long range and transatlantic voyages. She has been fitted with stabilizers to increase on-board comfort when the yacht is at anchor, particularly in rough waters.
Leisure & Entertainment
Guest areas boast exceptional headroom exceeding 2.20m (7.2ft), covering an impressive 800sq/m (2,624sq/ft). The main deck salon and sky lounge are each equipped with dining areas. Notable gathering spots for smaller groups on Here Comes the Sun include lounges for six in the wheelhouse and a cinema on the main deck. The cinema features a projection system with a retractable screen, revealing a TV for video games, and providing versatile entertainment options for guests.
With a focus on people rather than design, 1,000sq/m (3,280sq/ft) of deck space complements the spacious interior, providing a haven for relaxation and alfresco living. Outdoor features include a vast sundeck with a forward-facing whirlpool, a gym, and multiple sunbathing and entertainment areas. On the main deck, a pool with contraflow jets allows for diving. During the refit, the swimming pool on the main deck was extended to 7m (23ft).
The beach club, guaranteed to impress, opens on three sides thanks to fold-down doors port and starboard, adjoining a fully equipped wellness center with a sauna, steam room, plunge pool, hairdressing salon, and massage area.
A pearlescent blue mosaic-tiled pool with barstools inside and step-in access is featured on the main deck and a spa pool is on the sundeck.
Wellness
The beach club and spa epitomize luxurious relaxation. Featuring three sides that can open to the elements, this space is a compact health retreat, offering a gym, individual sauna and steam rooms, and a lounge with comfortable sofas. A juice and cocktail bar add to the laid-back atmosphere, complemented by an outboard teak-decked sunning area for relaxation.
For guests seeking a peaceful retreat, small lounges on either side of the sundeck provide a serene escape. These spaces are shielded by what one of the designers aptly describes as a "lobster back" screen, a thoughtful detail enhancing the overall theme of tranquility.
Amenities
The yacht features two helicopter landing decks, including a 'touch and go' helipad on the bow and a new landing pad on the sundeck, capable of accommodating a Bell 429 or an EC 145.
Here Comes the Sun provides at least a half-dozen spaces across its five guest decks to accommodate groups of six or more, fostering opportunities for dining, conversation, and togetherness. The main salon houses a formal dining table with a seating capacity of 16. Additionally, the bridge deck aft features the main dining area for 24 guests, which can be covered and enclosed by sliding windbreak glass panels. This area is equipped with heating or air conditioning, ensuring a comfortable and versatile dining experience.
Tenders
In the full-beam garage with port and starboard shell doors, there's a custom-built 9m (29’ft) D-RIB and a 10.5m (34’4ft) Limousine by Yacht-Werft, along with a 7m (22’9ft) Nautique ski boat and two Ski Doos.
Member of the World's Biggest Yachts Club
This yacht is proudly ranked at 97 in the YB100, our exclusive list of the World's Biggest Yachts by Gross Tonnage. It has held this distinguished position for 4 years, 2 months, showcasing its unmatched true size.
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