Summerwind Description
Step aboard Summerwind, a 50-foot monohull sailing yacht, where luxury and adventure seamlessly intertwine. Designed for exclusive experiences, Summerwind promises an intimate sailing journey with a capacity of just four overnight guests. Each guest is treated to the highest standards of comfort and service, with two dedicated crew members ensuring a personalized and attentive experience. Indulge in the privacy of two VIP staterooms, each a haven of relaxation featuring smart TVs with high-speed Starlink Internet, Netflix, and YouTube TV. Embrace the flexibility of air conditioning, or enjoy the natural sea breeze with a Hella fan in each stateroom. Culinary needs are meticulously catered to with provided breakfast and lunch, complemented by half of the dinners enjoyed ashore amidst local flavors. The yacht’s full galley invites guests to explore their culinary skills, while plush robes, fine linens, and towels add a touch of elegance. Throughout your journey, enjoy an array of snacks, soft drinks, and for those over 21, a selection of beer and Rum Punch served post aquatic activities. Summerwind’s commitment to the environment is evident with its use of a Brio water dispenser, reducing plastic waste, and offering freshwater showers for a refreshing experience after swimming or snorkeling.
Cruising Area of Summerwind
Accommodations
Specification
Water Sports
4 Foam Noodles
Sunchill circular ´swimming pool´
Scuba Diving 
Entertainment
WASHER/DRYER AVAILABLE FOR GUESTS
BRIO CHILLED WATER DISPENSER
GE PROFILE ICEMAKER
HOTWATER SHOWERS
FRESH WATER SHOWERS ON AFT DECK
3 AC UNITS ONBOARD
4 FLATSCREEN TVS WITH STREAMING SUBSCRIPTIONS
1,000 WATT SOLAR POWER AND 3,000 WATT INVERTER
WATERMAKER FOR UNLIMITED WATER USAGE (SHOWERS EVERYDAY)
DUAL FRIDGES AND DUAL FREEZERS
HP PRINTER WITH HIGHSPEED STARLINK WIFI
FLAT SCREEN TVS IN EACH CABIN
STARLINK INTERNET, WITH YOUTUBE TV, NETFLIX
PERSONAL USB/USBC CHARGERS 24/7 ACCESS
3 AC UNITS WITH TWO HELLA FANS IN EACH CABIN
ACCENT LIGHTING
PLUSH ROBES & LINENS
PURIFIED WATER DISPENSERS IN EACH CABIN
Cuisine
Green Initiatives
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Summerwind Crew Profile
Captain
Engineer/Mate
Captain Chris Tighe first learned to sail as a youngster at summer camp on the coast of Mississippi. Chris spent a college semester sailing, kayaking, and surfing in the Florida Keys, Panama and Costa Rica with outward bound. Chris earned certifications in sailing, SCUBA, Kayaking, Whitewater rescue and learned to love the ocean. Chris spent time in Charleston and St. Augustine sailing on larger keel boats and chartering in the Caribbean with his family. Chris holds a USCG captain’s license and with his father and brother co-founded Summerwind Sailing initially working out of St. Augustine, Florida. Chris is talented, kind, generous and a wonderful person to be leading the Summerwind team in the Caribbean.
Marty Tighe with his sons, Christopher and Brendan, co-founded Summerwind Sailing. Marty spent the last 16 years ocean sailing at breathtaking locations around the world. He has crossed the Atlantic, sailed twice from Tahiti departing form both New Zealand as well as from California. Marty sailed from Southampton, England to Majorca in the Mediterranean. In the US, Marty has sailed from Maine to Miami and from New York to Bermuda. Marty has more than 25,000+ ocean miles under various keels. In addition, Marty is accomplished in ocean swimming have swam the Golden Gate Bridge three and three times from Alcatraz. After retiring from his 40-year career in the customer service industry, Marty cofounded Summerwind Sailing in St. Augustine with his sons to share their love of the ocean with thousands of others.
Summerwind Calendar
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Summerwind Reservations & Port Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Details (Holds can be challenged) |
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| May 01, 2025 | Aug 31, 2025 | Unavailable: St Thomas, USVI* to St Thomas, USVI* |
Summerwind Rates / week
The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter.Price: $14,700
Yacht terms: All Inclusive
An all-inclusive charter covers all provisioning and running expenses. This includes a captain and crew that is fully trained and committed to your safety and enjoyment of your trip. A chef will provide the kind of exceptional, personalized meal preparation that you would expect of a five-star restaurant. The listed rate may not include all local taxes, cruising permits, premium beverages and scuba activities. Inquire for more information.
ADDITIONAL RATE DETAILS
Cruising Grounds: U.S. Virgin Islands
Pick Up/Drop Off: St. Thomas
Yacht: USVI-Based
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5, Inquire for less.
For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
SLEEP ABOARD: Available for half of the daily rate. Includes boarding after 4pm, snacks, welcome cocktails & continental breakfast. Dinner ashore is additional. Select option upon booking. EXCLUDES: Christmas and New Year´s weeks.
FULL-BOARD
Includes 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners, happy hour canapes, standard ships bar and snacks. Meals ashore are additional.
2-4 Guests: $14,700
HALF-BOARD
Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners, happy hour canapes, standard ships bar and snacks. Meals ashore are additional.
2-4 Guests: $14,400
24/25 HOLIDAYS: 7 night minimum
CHRISTMAS: 1-4 pax $18,000 must end on or before December 26th
NEW YEARS: 1-4 pax $20,000 may not start prior to 12/27