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• Updated: April 24, 2015

classic yacht Malahne

Pendennis Shipyard has relaunched the 165-foot Malahne , which was built in 1937 by Camper & Nicholsons. The classic yacht is now accepting charter bookings through Edmiston and Company for the summer season in the Mediterranean.

Malahne originally was commissioned by W.L. Stephenson, the chairman of Woolworths in the United Kingdom who already owned the J-Class sailing yacht Velsheda. Malahne was later commandeered for military use during World War II, including taking part in the evacuation of Dunkirk, France. After the war, the yacht had several owners and was acquired by movie producer Sam Spiegel in 1960. He used her as, among other things, a floating production office during filming of Lawrence of Arabia, and he welcomed guests including Kirk Douglas, Jack Nicholson and Greta Garbo aboard.

The restoration work just completed at Pendennis took 30 months, and the shipyard describes the effort as “one of the most ambitious restorations of all time.” The yacht’s original elegance was restored while modernizing her systems to make her fully classed by Lloyd’s Register and compliant with the MCA Code.

Nicholas Edmiston, the chairman of Edmiston and Company, was instrumental in finding the current owner and pulling together a team to oversee the project. G.L. Watson & Co. handled exterior design and crew-space interiors. Oliver Laws worked on the Art Deco interior design, tasked by the owner with making Malahne “look as if she had been in continuous ownership since she was built.”

For more information about the restoration, visit www.pendennis.com . For charter inquiries, click over to www.edmistoncompany.com .

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Classic luxury yacht MALAHNE is a 50m motor yacht designed by Camper & Nicholsons and built by William Laurence Stependson. She was delivered in 1937.

In 2015, the yacht's 30-month refit was completed by Pendennis Shipyard of Falmouth, UK. In charge of the exterior and crew areas was Classic yacht experts G. L. Watson & Co., while her interior guest spaces were meticulously reinstated by Guy Oliver of Oliver Laws Ltd. 

MALAHNE is a yacht of stature , steeped in history and fame. She served in World War II, participating in the evacuation of Dunkirk, France.

Later, she was owned by film producer Sam Spiegel and became one of Hollywood’s and the world’s most famous yachts. She served as the production headquarters for the making of Lawrence of Arabia and also hosted Hollywood stars such as Elizabeth Taylor , Grace Kelly , Frank Sinatra, Kirk Douglas and Jack Nicholson.

Her meticulous restoration was an exceptional undertaking, with no expense spared. Hand painted panels, individually sourced antiques and exquisite fabrics all provide a harmonious ambiance , reflective of the deco styling of the 1930’s. With many changes over the years, including a major refit in the 1980’s which she was modernized to almost beyond recognizable, she has now been lovingly restored to her former glory and is looking better than ever.

Her interior décor is elegant and luxurious, reminiscent of an era of true quality and bespoke styling. The main salon features ample seating with opposing sofas, occasional chairs, games table and full piano. She offers a generous formal dining area forward of the salon, effortlessly seating all 10 charter guests. A separate library is comfortable and relaxing.

Exterior living is well-appointed on 2 beautifully finished teak decks. On the main deck aft of the salon is a generous and shaded space offering an alfresco dining table. Side decks continue forward to steps, leading to the upper deck, with an ample area to relax and soak up the sun. MALAHNE features a large foredeck in addition. Her hull is crafted from steel and she has an aluminium super structure. In order to re-create the lines of her original build, complex and intricate metal works were employed, resulting in a perfectionist finish.

Accommodation aboard MALAHNE yacht is offered to up to 10 guests in 6 beautifully appointed bespoke cabins. She as one master cabin, 2 queen cabins and 4 twin cabins. All the cabins are finished with an individual styling, intricate detailing and classical decor.

MALAHNE has the following amenities: a 7.5m custom cockwells varnished mahogany high speed owner’s launch, a 6.25m Williams Jet tender, 2 Laser Sailing dinghies, 2 inflatable kayak, 2 inflatable paddle boards, 2 waterskis, 2 wakeboards, 2 towable toys, fishing gear and snorkeling equipment.

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• LENGTH : 50M / 164 FT BEAM : 7.90M / 26 FT
• DRAFT : 3.40M / 11 FT GROSS TONNAGE : 475
• GUESTS : 10 CABINS : 6
• CONFIGURATION : 1 MASTER, 1 TWIN, 2 DOUBLE, 2 SINGLE BUILDER : CAMPER & NICHOLSONS
• EXTERIOR DESIGNER : CAMPER & NICHOLSONS INTERIOR DESIGNER : OLIVER LAWS
• YEAR : 1937 CONSTRUCTION : STEEL
• ENGINES : 2 X CATERPILLAR CRUISING SPEED : 12.5 KNOTS

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History in the Making

To paraphrase Jay Gatsby, Malahne is a classic boat that “beats on, borne against the current.” Delivered in 1937 by Camper & Nicholsons and painstakingly restored by Pendennis in 2015, the 50m motor yacht oozes Art Deco style and genuine Hollywood glamour. Once the production HQ for Lawrence of Arabia, luminaries like Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly and Frank Sinatra have walked her teak decks.

CHARTER LOCATION

Summer: Mediterranean, West Mediterranean, East Mediterranean

Standout Features

This is Malahne

Timeless Interior

Scottish designer Guy Oliver enhances Malahne's period interior.

Ultimate Excursions

Custom 7.5m Cockwells tender with mahogany finish.

Lavish Quarters

Legacy master cabin, Taylor Smith carpets, Claremont fabrics.

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Malahne Through The Lens

Decades of Art Deco

Details. Details. Details.

Benefiting from the eye of Scottish designer Guy Oliver (best known for styling London’s 10 Downing Street and Claridge’s), Malahne’s period interior enjoys a bespoke lighting scheme that uses original materials from the 1930s. Rich woods, patterned fabrics and muted colour schemes that reflect the spirit of her glory days are complemented by authentic details, such as Baccarat crystal, Willer porcelain and a collection of Georg Jensen silver cutlery from 1937. A lamp by Art Deco designer Edgar Brandt elevates the main saloon.

Tender Loving Care

Accompanying the stunning mothership for jaunts to sheltered bays is a 7.5m custom-built Cockwells varnished Brazilian mahogany high-speed tender. Stored under shade on the upper deck aft (or kept outboard in fair weather), the owner’s launch (only available in summer) sports quilted maple veneer trimming. Reaching a top speed of 35 knots, the elegant tender transports eight guests and crew in style. In the winter season, a 7.3m Whitmarsh Rib steps in.

Bedrooms Fit For Kings

The full-beam master cabin is a lesson in legacy making. Accompanied by a private lobby, the inviting space gifts barefoot luxury with soft, blue carpets made by Taylor Smith in London and tactile fabrics from Claremont Furnishings. The curvaceous ensuite bathroom is marble-clad with a symmetrical layout that centres around a full-size bathtub. No expense is spared in all guest cabins, including the lower deck twin where a pair of writing desks hit the note.

Accommodation

Setting Standards

Cabin arrangement.

Full-Beam Owner’s Suite

With king-sized bed, ensuite, private lobby and views of the outside.

Main Deck Single

With single bed, ensuite shower and views.

Lower Deck Double 1 & 2

Each with a queen-sized bed, ensuite and views.

Lower Deck Single

Lower Deck Twin

With two single beds, ensuite and views.

Bringing the Best

Singing for Service

From cosy nooks on the main deck aft to sprawling loungers on the upper deck, Malahne’s exterior spaces are serviced by a tight knit crew of 11 to ensure all 10 guests’ onboard experience is as elegant as the boat itself. Shade is found under the sun awning aft, along with al fresco dining, itself elevated by the yacht’s talented resident chef.

The Fun Factor

What's in the Toybox

Tenders Windsurf Monoski Towable Toys Sailing Dinghies Stand Up Paddle Boards Wakeboards Fishing Equipment Kayaks Water Skis Knee Board Snorkeling Sets

Please note that the tenders and toys on board the yachts are regularly updated. Please contact Y.CO for the most up to date list.

Up Tempo Temptation

Alongside a 6.25m Williams Jet tender, Malahne’s guests have laser sailing dinghies, kayaks and paddle boards at their disposal. For greater speeds, waterskis, a monoski, wakeboards and kneeboards will satisfy. For the kids, a raft of towables will bring the thrills. There’s even a Go Pro Hero 4 camera to capture the high octane footage, day after day.

Performance

Full Steam Ahead

Propulsion and Power

Originally designed and built for the owner of renowned J-Class yacht, Velsheda, classic motor yacht Malahne accommodates 10 guests in six cabins. The former steam locomotive broke the world speed record of her day. Now fully restored, the steel-hulled displacement boat boasts zero speed stabiliser, air conditioning and a comfortable cruising speed of 12.5 knots thanks to her twin Caterpillar C32 engines.

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Malahne Yacht for Charter

From €155,000

Key specifications

• Length 50m (164ft)
• Year 1937 / 2015
• Builder Camper & Nicholsons

A MALAHNE yacht charter offers the rare opportunity to experience the old-school sophistication of a historic Hollywood vessel in a thoroughly modern setting.

Delivered in 1937 by Camper and Nicholsons to businessman and renowned yachtsman William Lawrence Stephenson, the MALAHNE yacht roamed the globe before serving in World War II, participating in the evacuation of Dunkirk, France.

Later, MALAHNE was owned by film producer Sam Spiegel and became one of Hollywood's and the world's most famous yachts. The 50m luxury superyacht became the headquarters for the making of Lawrence of Arabia.

As MALAHNE’S fame grew, she played host to a range of Hollywood stars, such as Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly, Kirk Douglas, Jack Nicholson and Frank Sinatra.

Interior design & engineering

In 2015, the MALAHNE yacht was restored to her former glory in an extensive, 30-month project that was overseen by Edmiston and completed by Pendennis Shipyard. She now balances a breathtaking Art Deco interior inspired by her 1930s launch with all the modern amenities you’d expect to find on a charter yacht today, like zero-speed stabilisers.

Her interior was designed by Guy Oliver, who has previously styled the staterooms at 10 Downing Street and rooms for Claridge’s. It’s a mix of prints and solids, with soft-to-the-touch furnishings and striking woods, and she boasts a bespoke lighting scheme made from original 1930s materials.

Her flexible cabin configuration accommodates 10 guests across three doubles, one twin and two singles. The full-beam master cabin on the MALAHNE motor yacht has its own private lobby, impressive views, and a curvaceous, marble-clad ensuite.

Yacht facilities & Entertainment

There’s no shortage of cosy spaces to unwind during your MALAHNE yacht charter. She’s got writing desks and comfy seating areas inside, with loungers and settees on the shaded aft deck.

You can enjoy meals crafted by the extremely talented chef in the formal dining room or alfresco on the sun deck.

Toys and Crew

A crew of 11 will be on-hand throughout your MALAHNE yacht charter.

When you want to pop ashore, there are two tenders that can take you. In the summer, guests can enjoy a custom 7.5m Cockwells launch that can reach up to 35 knots, which belongs to the MALAHNE yacht owner. There’s also a 6.25m Williams Jet Tender .

If you want to enjoy the water, there’s a heap of water toys to enjoy. You can go for a paddle in the SUPs and kayaks or try your balance on the waterskis, monoski, wakeboards and kneeboards.

You can also explore the reefs with snorkeling gear or cast off to find some fish. Whatever you choose, you can use the Go Pro Hero 4 to make sure you capture the everlasting memories of an unforgettable holiday.

• Major restoration at Pendennis Shipyard in 2015
• Bespoke lighting scheme with original 1930’s materials
• Flexible cabin configuration (3 double, 1 twin, 2 single)
• Talented Chef
• Zero Speed Stabilizers
• 7.5m Custom Cockwells Varnished Mahogany High Speed tender

Malahne comes with the following list of facilities. To enquire about the full list or to request further information, please speak to your yacht broker or contact us.

50m / 164ft

7.9m / 26ft

3.4m / 11ft

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Naval Architect

Camper & Nicholson

Interior Designer

Oliver Laws

Hull Material

Superstructure Material

Gross Tonnage

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The 165ft / 50m classic motor yacht Malahne was re-launched on March 14th 2015 at Pendennis Shipyard, Falmouth, after a meticulous 30 month restoration, during which the project’s details were shrouded in secrecy. Designed by Charles E Nicholson and built by Camper & Nicholsons in 1937, Malahne is one of a small number of pre-war motor yachts to have survived until the 21st Century. Having now undergone one of the most ambitious restorations of all time, her original elegance has been reinstated, whilst being modernised to be fully classed by Lloyd’s Register and compliant with the MCA Large Yacht Code (LY2).

While many people share a love for historic yachts, Nicholas Edmiston, the Chairman of Edmiston & Company, was uniquely placed to “find an Owner who understood and embraced this vision” and to be able to unite a project team and shipyard, who would share this passion and transform the dream into reality.

The stylistic sensibilities of the Owner and designers has resulted in a unique yacht, with the fine details throughout that are fully sympathetic to her original era. Mike Carr, Managing Director of Pendennis, is extremely proud of the standard of workmanship on-board: “Over the past two and half years the team here has worked incredibly hard to bring Malahne back to life. Seeing the final transformation from her 1980s form back to her original design, her launch marks a proud moment for everyone involved. Our tradespeople from all areas have applied quality, care, pride and passion to every aspect of the project. There have been unprecedented opportunities to showcase their restoration skills, whilst sympathetically integrating modern systems. Malahne now commands a special place in the Pendennis fleet.”

BUILDER Camper & Nicholsons

YEAR OF BUILD 1937

FORMER NAME 446 Malahne; Lev III; Narcissus; Adel Al Mojil 12

TYPE Motor Yacht

NAVAL ARCHITECT Pendennis/BMT Nigel Gee

EXTERIOR STYLING G.L.Watson & Co

INTERIOR DESIGN Guy Oliver at Oliver Laws Ltd

CONSTRUCTION Steel hull /Aluminium superstructure

LOA 165ft / 50.29m

BEAM 26ft / 7.89m

DRAFT 11ft / 3.28m

MAX SPEED 15 knots

GROSS TONNAGE 440 tonnes

PENDENNIS REFIT YEAR 2016

PENDENNIS REFIT LOCATION Pendennis Palma

PENDENNIS RESTORATION YEAR 2015

PENDENNIS RESTORATION LOCATION Pendennis Falmouth

AWARD WINS Winner: Rebuilt Yacht - World Superyacht Awards, 2016

Malahne passes St Anthony lighthouse on sea trials in Falmouth Bay (photography Andrew Wright)

The dining room (photography Jeff Brown)

Many of the cabins were hand painted (photography Jeff Brown)

Malahne was fitted with a new bimini at the Pendennis Palma refit facility in 2016

Malahne in Falmouth Bay

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MALAHNE For Charter

Charter MALAHNE for a unique blend of history and comfort, perfect for a memorable journey. - Broker

Classic yacht with modern comforts.

MALAHNE is a 50m yacht built in 1937, offering a blend of history and modern amenities.

MALAHNE was designed by Oliver Laws with a recent refit in 2015 by Pendennis, she features a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. MALAHNE can host up to 15 guests in 8 staterooms and has a crew of 18. She cruises at 12 knots, reaching a max speed of 14 knots with a range of 4000 nm.

Experience a piece of history with MALAHNE, offering modern amenities and a rich past, perfect for a unique yacht charter.

The best of MALAHNE

• Historic charm with modern comforts.
• Cruises at 12 knots with a 4000 nm range.
• Zero speed stabilisers.
• Zero Speed Stabilizers

1 x 7.5m Custom Cockwells Varnished Mahogany High Speed Owner’s Launch (Summer only) NEW MODEL 1x 6.25m Williams Jet tender NB: The tenders can remain outboard of the vessel up until force 4 conditions 1m swell.

2x Laser Sailing dinghies 2x Lanikai ll single Passenger Inflatable Kayak 1 x Fanatic 75 Windsurfer Model 2015 2x Paddle Boards 2x Waterskis 1x Monoski 2x Wakeboards 1x Kneeboard 2x Towable Toys 2x Fishing Gear 10x Snorkeling Equipment 1x Go Pro Hero 4 camera 00 Accessories 8x Swimming Equipment 1 x 2-man kayak

Location/storage Tenders – Shade (upper) deck aft Lasers - Port side Shade (upper) deck Paddle bords , windsurfers masts and all sails etc.. Upper deck roof (on top of Library) Inflatable toys - Portside Shade (upper) deck. Water skis wake bords etc - forepeak.

1 Master, 1 VIP, 1 Double, 1 Twin, 1 Pullman

• Length: 50m/165ft
• Gross Tonnage: 440
• Max. Draught: 3.4m/11ft 2"
• Hull construction: Steel
• Superstructure construction: Aluminium
• Exterior Designer: Camper & Nicholsons
• Interior Designer: Oliver Laws
• Naval Architect: G.L. Watson & Co. Ltd.
• Engines: 2 x CAT C32 Acert 472 kw
• Generators: 2 x Northern Lights 115kw
• Range: 3500nm
• Flag: British
• Classification Society: Lloyds Register (LR)

Location and rates

Mediterranean

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MALAHNE for charter

Meticulously restored by the UK’s Pendennis Shipyard, in a project led by Edmiston, MALAHNE offers you the chance to experience glorious and quite unique Art Deco style and elegance across her beautiful interior and decks. Adding to her undoubted classic yacht charm, MALAHNE is thoroughly modern in all the right ways, updated with every luxury of modern life.

Delivered in 1937 by Camper and Nicholsons to businessman and renowned yachtsman, William Lawrence Stephenson, MALAHNE roamed the globe before serving in World War II, participating in the evacuation of Dunkirk, France.

Later, MALAHNE was owned  by film producer Sam Spiegel and became one of Hollywood’s and the world’s most famous yachts. She served as the production headquarters for the making of Lawrence of Arabia and also hosted Hollywood stars such as Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly, Frank Sinatra, Kirk Douglas and Jack Nicholson.

Her stunning period interior is by Guy Oliver, who previously styled the staterooms at 10 Downing Street. The interior has a blend of prints and solids, soft-to-the-touch materials and striking woods. Grand bathrooms with tubs, writing desks and cosy seating areas create an elegant and captivating interior where her 10 guests will experience unmatched onboard splendour and old-school sophistication.

Specifications

• Name: MALAHNE
• Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
• Yacht Subtype Displacement , Classic Yacht
• Builder: Camper & Nicholsons
• Naval Architect: Pendennis , Charles E. Nicholson
• Exterior Designer: G.L. Watson
• Interior Designer: G.L. Watson
• Refits: 1983,2000,2001,2015,2019,2020,2023,2023
• Length Overall: 50.29 metres
• Beam: 7.89 metres
• Max Draught: 3.54 metres
• Gross Tonnage: 440

Construction

• Year of Build: 1937
• Hull Number: 446
• Hull Type: Full Displacement
• Number of Decks: 3
• Classification: LR
• MCA Compliant: MCA Compliant:

Performance & Capacities

• Max Speed: 15 kn
• Cruising Speed: 12.5 kn
• Fuel Capacity: 42060 litres
• Water Capacity: 12923 litres
• Range: 3510 nm
• Make: Caterpillar
• Total power: 1700 hp
• Hull: Steel
• Superstructure: Aluminium

Accommodation

• Passenger Rooms: 5
• Master Rooms: 1
• Double Rooms: 2
• Twin Rooms: 2

Cruising areas

• Summer: East-Med , West-Med

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Classic luxury yacht MALAHNE (Ex Lev Ii, Narcissus) is a 50m (164,1ft) Camper & Nicholsons motor yacht designed by Charles E Nicholson and built by William Laurence Stependson. She was delivered in 1937.

NOTABLE FEATURES: ~ Excellent charter record ~ Famous Hollywood stars among previous charter guests ~ Art-deco interior styling ~ Spacious outdoor spaces ~ Flexible cabin configuration ~ Beautiful dining area ~ Stabilisers ~ Water toys

In 2015, the yacht's 30-month refit was completed by Pendennis Shipyard of Falmouth, UK. In charge of the exterior and crew areas was Classic yacht experts G. L. Watson & Co., while her interior guest spaces were meticulously reinstated by Guy Oliver of Oliver Laws Ltd. The yacht offers sumptuous accommodation for up to 10 charter guests, in 6 spacious cabins. MALAHNE is a yacht of stature, steeped in history and fame. She served in World War II and had catered to many prominent figures throughout her time. Her meticulous restoration was an exceptional undertaking, with no expense spared. Hand painted panels, individually sourced antiques and exquisite fabrics all provide a harmonious ambiance, reflective of the deco styling of the 1930’s. With many changes over the years, including a major refit in the 1980’s which she was modernized to almost beyond recognizable, she has now been lovingly restored to her former glory and is looking better than ever.

MALAHNE Specifications

Her interior décor is elegant and luxurious, reminiscent of an era of true quality and bespoke styling. The main salon features ample seating with opposing sofas, occasional chairs, games table and full piano. She offers a generous formal dining area forward of the salon, effortlessly seating all ten charter guests. A separate library is comfortable and relaxing. On the main deck forward is the full beam master stateroom, complete with a capacious full beam en-suite and large deluxe tub. On the lower deck is further five guest cabins, each boasting distinct and unique styling.

The exterior living is well-appointed on two beautifully finished teak decks. On the main deck aft of the salon is a generous and shaded space offering an alfresco dining table. Side decks continue forward to the steps, leading to the upper deck, with an ample area to relax and unwind in style. MALAHNE features a large foredeck, great for spending some time in the sun. Her hull is crafted from steel and she has a super aluminum structure. To re-create the lines of her original build, complex and intricate metal works were employed, resulting in a perfectionist finish. Powered by 2 x CAT c32 472kw engines, the yacht cruises at 12.5 knots and has top speeds of 15 knots. She is fitted with at anchor and underway stabilizers for optimal comfort and reduced rolling.

Yacht Charter Accommodation

Accommodation aboard MALAHNE yacht is offered to up to 10 guests in 6 beautifully appointed bespoke cabins. She as one master cabin, 2 queen cabins and 4 twin cabins. All the cabins are finished with an individual styling, intricate detailing and classical decor.

Charter Amenities and Extras

MALAHNE has the following tenders and toys: ~ 1 x 7.5m Custom Cockwells Varnished Mahogany High Speed Owner’s Launch (Summer only) ~ 1 x 7.3m Whitmarsh Rib (10-12 person incl crew). For the winter season only.TBC ~ 1x 6.25m Williams Jet tender (NB: The tenders can remain outboard of the vessel up until force 4 conditions 1m swell). ~ 2x Laser Sailing dinghies ~ 2x Lanikai ll single Passenger Inflatable Kayak ~ 1 x Fanatic 75 Windsurfer Model 2015 ~ 2x Paddle Boards ~ 2x Waterskis ~ 1x Monoski ~ 2x Wakeboards ~ 1x Kneeboard ~ 2x Towable Toys ~ 2x Fishing Gear ~ 10x Snorkeling Equipment ~ 1x Go Pro Hero 4 camera + Accessories ~ 8x Swimming Equipment ~ 1 x 2-man kayak // Audio Visual Equipment and Deck Facilities: ~ 47” HD tv in owners cabin concealed in cabinetry ~ 42” HD tv in upper deck library concealed in cabinetry ~ Media server with approx 200 movies shown through PLEX system ~ Ipads in all cabins with Bose cordless headphones connected to movie database for individual viewing. ~ No sat TV ~ Music- can be played on exterior decks as long as it is downloaded to a device ,not on Spotify etc… // Communications: ~ VSAT internet with wired and wireless LAN throughout the vessel. ~ DECT cordless phones in public areas and 1930’s custom phones in all guest areas through a Panasonic digital exchange. Connections outside via VOIP and GSM. ~ SAT-C

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Newly restored pre-war yacht malahne boasts a sharp art deco feel and a silver screen provenance.

Originally built by Camper and Nicholsons in 1937 and at one time owned by Hollywood mogul Sam Spiegel, classic yacht Malahne is back on the market and available for charter through Edmiston following a 30-month restoration.

Malahne has been invigorated with new life thanks to the efforts of founder and chairman of Edmiston – Nicholas Edmiston – who has long held a passion for historic yachts. Sited at the Pendennis shipyard in the south west of England, the restoration works involved a handful of specialist firms in order to reconstruct the onboard fittings. One of which, Oliver Laws – recently responsible for the private and public spaces at Claridge’s in London as well as the state rooms at Number 10 Downing Street – brings a spectacular Art Deco influence to the interiors of Malahne.

Cruising at speeds up to 15 knots, she is outfitted with both a custom Cockwells and Williamson jet tender plus a myriad of water sports and fishing equipment. One of only few pre-war yachts to remain today, let alone in such period yet fresh livery, this 1930’s jewel presents unique setting for a leisure-filled cruise.

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MALAHNE YACHT FOR CHARTER

The past comes to life onboard classic yacht MALAHNE. Built in 1937 by Camper & Nicholsons, MALAHNE comes with a fascinating history

• Length 50m / 164.1ft
• Number of guests 10
• Guest cabins 6
• Region Western Mediterranean , Eastern Mediterranean
• Cruising speed 12.5 knots
• Max speed 15 knots
• Number of crew 11
• Range 3500nm
• Hull material Steel

Stand out features

• She evacuated British troops from Dunkirk during World War II and once hosted Winston Churchill
• The interior includes a chimneypiece, piano, and original 1930s Art Deco furnishing

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The past comes to life onboard classic yacht MALAHNE. Built in 1937 by Camper & Nicholsons, MALAHNE comes with a fascinating history.  Today, MALAHNE has been meticulously upgraded to modern standards without losing the allure of her original design. She is offered as a truly unique super yacht charter  experience.

10 guests are accommodated in a flexible cabin layout to suit any guest group, including an owner’s suite with a private lobby, large ensuite and office. 1930s features and furnishings include a bespoke lighting system and vintage writing desks.

Period interiors by Guy Oliver, interior designer of the staterooms at 10 Downing Street, are in rich woods including Argentinian burl, rosewood, ebony and mahogany, offset by ivory onyx and soft light silk details. Interior highlights include a traditional main saloon with bespoke chimneypiece, a piano, original Art Deco furnishings, a private dining room and a library. Alfresco dining is available on the main deck and the sundeck, which offers optional shading.

Out on the ocean, explore in style on MALAHNE’s 7.5m custom high-speed mahogany tender or have fun on the laser dinghies, paddleboards and waterskis.

Live la dolce vita with a  luxury yacht charter in Italy. Nothing compares to sipping fine wine on the sundeck at anchor in one of Italy’s most beautiful bays, dining in exquisite restaurants, or enjoying the breathtaking Italian scenery. Alternatively, Chartering a superyacht around Greece offers a veritable paradise of open skies and winding golden shores.

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She evacuated British troops from Dunkirk during World War II and once hosted Winston Churchill. Owned throughout the 1960s and 1970s by movie producer Sam Spiegel during cinema’s golden age, she was a favourite of the Hollywood jet set and hosted Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly and Frank Sinatra.

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MALAHNE is one of the most unique vessels on the charter market.

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Classic Yacht MALAHNE Available in Greece from July

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By Editorial Team   24 June 2015

Currently on her maiden voyage to the East Mediterranean following an extensive restoration, 50m/165ft  classic yacht MALAHNE  will be available for her first charters in Greece and Turkey from mid-July onward.

Relaunched at Pendennis shipyard in March of this year after a 30-month restoration, MALAHNE offers a unique, Art Deco setting to a charter vacation, fitted with antique silver and traditional, bespoke furniture. 

Built for famous yachtsman William Lawrence Stephenson in 1937, she previously hosted a glamourous clientele (including Elizabeth Taylor and Grace Kelly) before joining the global charter fleet this year.

Superyacht MALAHNE's glamour continues today, with an elegantly styled 1930's style interior by Oliver Laws, accommodating  guests in five cabins, including a master suite with its own 47" HD television, three double cabins and a twin cabin. Apple iPads feature in every cabin, with Apple TV available throughout.

She cruises at a speed of 12 knots, and can reach a maximum speed of 14 knots, with Zero Speed Stabilizers ensuring the utmost comfort whether at anchor or cruising.

Boasting an extensive water toy chest for family and friends to enjoy, highlights include paddleboards, water-skis, fishing gear and a Go Pro to record all the treasured memories you make on board.

A 7.5m custom Cockwells tender crafted in varnished mahogany and 6.25m Williams jet tender are available to transport guests ashore.

For more details about M/Y MALAHNE charter availability, please contact your preferred yacht charter broker . 

Alternatively, compare all vessels available for a Greece luxury yacht charter to shortlist your options for a summer vacation.

fitted with antique silver and traditional, bespoke furniture.

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