regal 38 GRANDE COUPE

Launched in the heart of winter during the early months of 2019, it was this yacht’s striking looks that first caught the attention of industry insiders and discerning clients. The entry is assertive and bold, the curves as sculptural as a Picasso bronze and the profile sheer and serpentine. The glazing is dynamic, geometric and generous, while liveries range from brilliant Tahiti Beach White to tropical Bimini Blue. The main cockpit, meanwhile, is covered by a flared hardtop that seems to defy gravity to float lightly above wrap-around windows.

Step aboard and take a closer look to find a deluxe finish, a plethora of amenities and a level of comfort that will be enjoyed across all 12 months of the year. Out on the lengthy foredeck, enclosed by high stainless-steel guardrails for a reassuring sense of safety, there is a double-width sunpad comprised of a series of modular cushioned panels. A couple of guests can absorb the summer rays while lying flat, they can pop up the rear panels to use them as headrests, or they can turn the forward portion of the sunpad into a bow sofa to make an enchanting and secluded retreat at the front of the boat.

To stern there is a partially sheltered cockpit with a non-slip Seagrass sole and an L-shaped transom sofa in plush diamond-stitched Hitch or River Rock all-weather upholstery. An optional teak-topped table back here will host outdoor meals throughout the year, while August dips into the water are a specialty of the full-beam bathing platform, lined in non-skid SeaDek and accessed via steps and a glazed transom gate. If you wish to engage in scuba, snorkeling or watersports, then a convenient in-sole locker keeps your gear secure and within easy reach while back here. Also likely to be utilized throughout the warmer months is an aft wet-bar in the cockpit, which comes with a hidden sink and mixer tap, a marble-effect work surface, an outdoor grill and a pull-out refrigerator drawer ideal for keeping your Rose wine or craft beers on ice. A fold-down HDTV, meanwhile, is hidden in the cockpit overhang and allows you to keep watching those unmissable sporting events even while out at sea.

Open up the main-deck salon to the elements and let the July breezes roll in. Slide-away windows and a retractable, steel-framed glass door enhance the connection between indoors and out, and link the outdoor wet bar to the fully-equipped main-deck galley, while a chunky above-helm sunroof can be opened up to let the sun stream in. Should you pilot this vessel in the more northerly climes, or take it out for a spin in darkest December, then the enclosed salon turns into a cozy and warm retreat with climate-control throughout. Watch from sheer comfort as the snowflakes melt on contact with the briny ocean; enjoy touring the autumnal coastline of Cape Cod, the fall forests a rich shade of burnt Siena; or spy migrating whales from close-up as they make their journey to the Spring feeding grounds. A side sofa to starboard is joined by an L-shaped sofa to port, there’s a rich toasted oak sole underfoot, while a twin bench seat facing the helm affords two the opportunity admire the views out beyond the bow.

Head below-decks for a pair of capacious cabins capable of hosting up to four overnight guests in sheer luxury. Rooms down here benefit from broad hull-side windows, while dimensions enhance a breezy feel in the summer and a snug, cheerful atmosphere in the winter. A double cabin up by the bow features a California Queen island bed with storage beneath, a timber-lined locker to port and a skylight overhead, while the aft stateroom boasts a king-sized bed that can be converted into two separate twins. There’s also room for a side sofa back here, perfect for curling up with a good page-turner, as well as an upholstered headboard and a timber-lined locker. Cabins share access to the main head with a vanity mirror, medicine cabinet, flush toilet, a ceramic vessel sink and towel shelves, while a separate shower room impresses with a teak lattice sole, a timber bench and a waterfall shower head.

Whether you prefer grappling with the worst of the winter waves and heady spring tides, or favor silky smooth summer cruising across placid water-courses, you are bound to enjoy a comfortable piloting experience, The premium, hand-wrapped dash boasts thoughtful ergonomics and features like a hand-held Garmin VHF radio, a power-assisted steering wheel, a comfortable helm-seat with adjustable footrests and the opportunity to relax and let the GPS-powered autopilot do its thing. A Volvo glass cockpit with two 16-inch or 22-inch touch-screen display monitors and bundled digital instrumentation offers a high-tech approach to coasting the waves, while a super-responsive Volvo Penta joystick boasts nimble maneuverability with the slightest touch of a finger, and works in tandem with the bow thrusters to achieve inch-perfect docking. On the move you will also enjoy using trim-tab controls, back-lit with LED lights for an intuitive and user-friendly experience, as well as a set of Seakeeper 3 stabilizer switches that help this yacht to eliminate up to 95% of roll on the open sea.

Stylish and sporty above the waterline, this vessel becomes sturdy and rugged as you dip below the waves. A proprietary Regal hull manages the swells with ease, maintains balance on the turn and promotes best-in-class speeds and efficiency. Choose from a range of dual Volvo stern-drive engines with horsepower ranging from 600HP to 860HP for a sense of raw power as you accelerate away from land. High-end twin Volvo V8 380 EVC2 engines will deliver top speeds just shy of the 40 knot mark, with consistent cruising speeds coming in at around 30 knots. At this lower speed you should be able to stay out on the water for days on end without needing a refuel thanks to a fuel tank holding 260 gallons.