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For more than a decade, this was one of the most secretive superyachts in the world. It was one of the few lucky luxury toys to have the same owner throughout this entire time. When it finally revealed itself to the world, Loretta Anne was so mesmerizing that it found a new owner almost instantly.
Some superyachts can spend years on the market despite their opulent features. That wasn't the case for Loretta Anne, a gorgeous 156-footer (47 meters) built in New Zealand in 2012. Although it doesn't come from one of the world's top superyacht builders and it doesn't boast the highly-coveted Dutch or Italian pedigree, this sophisticated pleasure craft made a splash in the fascinating world of bespoke vessels that are worth more than mansions.
Despite its age, Loretta Anne was a fresh arrival on the market. That's because it was used exclusively by its private owner for more than a decade. Unlike other luxury yachts that operate as charter vessels and change hands every couple of years, this dark navy beauty has stayed away from prying eyes ever since its debut. And when it finally opened up to the world, yachting connoisseurs were quick to confirm its worth.
Loretta Anne was asking for $18 million, and it got that in just three months, a record sale time in the superyacht market. Its new owner is still mysterious, but the Kiwi vessel got its international fame from the original owner, Loretta Ann Rogers. She was married to Ted Rogers, founder of the Canadian media empire Rogers Communications, and she was a savvy businesswoman and active philanthropist.
Like many billionaires, Loretta Ann was in love with yachts, water sports, and exotic vacations. She was known to travel extensively to exotic destinations and snorkel in places like the Bahamas. At the same time, the former marketing at Alloy Yachts, which built the Loretta Anne yacht, described her as one of the most "down to earth" owners she had ever met.
The Canadian heiress owned three pleasure craft custom-designed by the acclaimed Dubois Naval Architects. The one named after her was her third and final yacht, which she fully enjoyed before passing away in 2022.
The gorgeous Kiwi build got instant recognition (four Super Yacht Awards, including the 2013 "Motor Yacht of the Year") and is still considered one of the most impressive pilothouse yachts in operation today.
Some of its atypical features include an oversized flybridge, a large galley on the main deck, stunning artwork inspired by marine life throughout its interiors, and a flexible gym that can be converted into an additional cabin. With a shallow draft and powerful engines, this $18 million bespoke floating mansion is designed to travel to the Bahamas in style and comfort.
Despite its age, Loretta Anne was a fresh arrival on the market. That's because it was used exclusively by its private owner for more than a decade. Unlike other luxury yachts that operate as charter vessels and change hands every couple of years, this dark navy beauty has stayed away from prying eyes ever since its debut. And when it finally opened up to the world, yachting connoisseurs were quick to confirm its worth.
Loretta Anne was asking for $18 million, and it got that in just three months, a record sale time in the superyacht market. Its new owner is still mysterious, but the Kiwi vessel got its international fame from the original owner, Loretta Ann Rogers. She was married to Ted Rogers, founder of the Canadian media empire Rogers Communications, and she was a savvy businesswoman and active philanthropist.
Like many billionaires, Loretta Ann was in love with yachts, water sports, and exotic vacations. She was known to travel extensively to exotic destinations and snorkel in places like the Bahamas. At the same time, the former marketing at Alloy Yachts, which built the Loretta Anne yacht, described her as one of the most "down to earth" owners she had ever met.
The Canadian heiress owned three pleasure craft custom-designed by the acclaimed Dubois Naval Architects. The one named after her was her third and final yacht, which she fully enjoyed before passing away in 2022.
The gorgeous Kiwi build got instant recognition (four Super Yacht Awards, including the 2013 "Motor Yacht of the Year") and is still considered one of the most impressive pilothouse yachts in operation today.
Some of its atypical features include an oversized flybridge, a large galley on the main deck, stunning artwork inspired by marine life throughout its interiors, and a flexible gym that can be converted into an additional cabin. With a shallow draft and powerful engines, this $18 million bespoke floating mansion is designed to travel to the Bahamas in style and comfort.
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