At Hamble Point Yacht Charters, we’ve been helping owners make the most of their yachts for over 30 years, and we’d like to share how chartering your yacht can be a game-changer for both your lifestyle and finances.
Owning a yacht is a dream, but maintenance can impact the enjoyment. Yacht charter management can help offset costs and maximise your yacht's value.
One of the most compelling reasons to consider yacht charter management is the ability to earn an income while your yacht sits idle. When you’re not out on the water, your yacht can be working for you. Chartering provides a steady stream of income to offset ownership costs, such as maintenance, insurance, and mooring fees. This means you can enjoy the thrill of yachting without the financial burden.
We help our owners access an international market of charter clients, ensuring high visibility and a constant demand for your yacht. Whether it’s for short breaks or long cruises, there’s always someone ready to experience the freedom of the sea, aboard your yacht.
With charter management, your yacht is in the hands of experts. We take care of everything from routine maintenance to ensuring your yacht is kept in top condition, ready to sail at a moment’s notice. Regular upkeep prevents expensive repairs down the line and ensures that your yacht retains its value. Plus, you don’t need to worry about finding trustworthy maintenance services — we handle it all. This professional care not only ensures your yacht stays in pristine condition, but also increases its appeal to potential charter clients who expect a high standard of service and safety.
Running a yacht can be costly — from fuel and domestics to maintenance and repairs. Our Charter management programs can help you offset these costs by covering a portion (or even all) of your expenses. With the income from charters, you can reduce the financial impact of ownership and make your yacht more affordable in the long run.
For many owners, this means enjoying "free" sailing — where the income generated from the yacht covers the entire cost of maintenance and even upgrades.
Imagine spending time on the water without worrying about the expenses of upkeep. That’s the power of charter management.
From highly trained skippers and a team of committed office staff, your yacht will be managed by experienced professionals who ensure a positive experience for all charter guests.
Not only does this guarantee a great experience for clients, but it also frees you from the responsibilities of managing the crew. Whether you're taking a personal sailing trip or renting your yacht out for charters, you'll never need to worry about staffing.
When your yacht is part of a charter management program, you gain access to professional crews and support services. You decide when the yacht is available for charter and when it’s for your own use.
At Hamble Point Yacht Charters, we understand that your yacht is not just a financial investment but a personal one. That’s why we ensure you have the flexibility to use your yacht whenever you choose, all while reaping the benefits of income generation during its downtime.
When you join a charter fleet, your yacht is marketed to a wider clientele. Charter management companies like ours use professional marketing strategies, including online listings, social media, and collaborations with industry partners, to ensure your yacht gets exposure.
This increased visibility often leads to higher demand and a fuller booking schedule. Your yacht could be sailing the beautiful waters of the Solent, or exploring further afield — all without you needing to lift a finger in terms of marketing or booking.
'My yacht cost me £800 to run for the year. I sailed as much as I wanted, and when she wasn’t in use, she was on charter, generating income to cover my costs. The team at Hamble Point Yacht Charters did an excellent job managing and maintaining her’.
Chartering your yacht through a professional management service means less paperwork and less stress for you. Charter companies handle all bookings, contracts, insurance, and compliance with maritime laws. You no longer need to worry about the logistics or legalities — we take care of it all.
Like any asset, a yacht can depreciate over time. However, chartering your yacht can help reduce the impact of depreciation. By keeping your yacht in regular use and well-maintained, you not only ensure it remains in good condition but also maintain its market value.
As your yacht is exposed to a wide range of potential buyers through chartering, it can retain its value better than an underused vessel. The income generated from charters helps balance out the depreciation curve, giving you a more secure return on investment should you decide to sell in the future.
Yacht charter management offers a smart way for owners to get the most out of their vessels. With over 30 years of experience at Hamble Point Yacht Charters, we’ve seen firsthand the many advantages of joining a charter program.
From generating income and professional maintenance to offering flexibility and greater exposure, the benefits are clear. If you’re considering chartering your yacht, we’d be delighted to help you navigate the process and maximize the potential of your investment.
Ready to get started? Contact Hamble Point Yacht Charters today to learn more about how we can help you make the most of your yacht!
We had a great charter of the yacht Appaloosa from HPYC. The boat was very clean when we boarded her, and was ready for us to board at the agreed time. The staff were very helpful and helped us straight away with any queries.....and my security deposit return was confirmed very quickly. I will definitely consider chartering from HPYC again!
Excellent care and attention….. (MG)
Charted a Bavaria 36 for a weekend trip. Last minute booking and super impressed with how we managed to sort thing out so quickly and easily after just a couple of e-mails and phone calls. Arrived late Friday after office was closed but check in pack had been left for us to pick up and overnight onboard. Boat very nicely kitted out and left Sat morning to ride Westerly tide to Lymington. Great local knowledge given during the morning walk through about where to moor and get dinner. Nice sail back on Sunday. Weather turned foul but she handled really well under full sail. Everyone on board enjoyed themselves and it's exactly what I'd hoped for from the weekend. This was first time sailing from Hamble and it's a great location to get quickly into the Solent. Definitely will be back once weather warms up and days get longer to try some longer trips. Thank you Hamble Point Charters for a great weekend !
This is truly a 5 * service. The team really looked after us both ashore on arrival and also while at sea. We were a relatively inexperienced crew but always felt the team ashore had our backs. Thoroughly recommended.
This is truly a 5 * service ()
I just wanted to say Thank-you very much for the weekend charter. It was exactly what we were after (albeit cold!) plus Andy was an awesome teacher and great company. We’ll definitely be keen to book again soon!
Thank-you very much (LH)
We had a fabulous four days. Marina is ideally placed for the Solent, boat was in great condition, well equipped and a joy to sail. We were well briefed and the shore side team including the dog very friendly.
The shore side team including the dog are very friendly! (SM)
We charted one of the sailing yachts for a fantastic weekend cruise in the Solent. The boat was in superb condition and well equipped, the staff was very helpful explaining how things work on the yacht and there was also a video available with all the important information. 10/10 would recommend!
The boat was in superb condition and well equipped (CB)
Had a fantastic week chartering Blue Otter, Alex was incredibly helpful and sent loads of information and date checking prior to booking. There was a handover video and both the handover and return were really smooth. The boat was lovely and well maintained and Lee was really helpful in recommending places to visit (and helping identify the steering issue as an autopilot takeover - doh!). Definitely will be back and would fully recommend!
Would fully recommend (KT)
We had a great time and were very happy with everything. Your team were genuinely friendly and were very helpful when we needed it. Is a big contrast to many charter companies I have dealt with in the past.
We had a great time! (WP)
Watching the sun go down with a glass of bubbly on the deck of a sparkling yacht was unbelievable. What a treat, and a much needed change of scenery in these troubled times. We will be back for sure
What a treat (RSS)
Fab service, nothing too much trouble, including my daft questions. I'll be a repeat customer for sure!
Fab service, nothing too much trouble (ColinM)
Chartered bareboats with HPYC on numerous occasions most recently in Sept 2020. Always helpful and accommodating. Highly recommend.
Always helpful and accommodating (SP)
We had a great time sailing with Lee for a few days at the beginning of September. Hamble Point Yacht Charters supplied us an impeccable 45 ft Hanse yacht, which was handled with complete mastery by Captain Lee. It was a privilege to sail with Lee, who is clearly a highly skilled professional taking great pride in his work ... but who is also a fantastic character with a great sense of humour and plenty of fun stories to keep the whole family entertained. He balances the serious side of safety and learning about sailing with a whopping dose of Continue Reading
Best time sailing w/e with Lee … many thanks to Hamble Point Yacht Charters ()
We had a fantastic weekend sailing on Loxley B. Boat in super condition and spotlessly clean, Alex. and the team very thorough and always on hand to answer any questions. A great experience. We will be back. Thank you!
Our first but not last charter!! (CT)
Lots of information from office with a friendly service. We selected a one of the cheaper yachts and was please with find everything work and was cleaned and tidy. We will definitely be back
Very organised and friendly service (AP)
This was the first time we had tried chartering and as experienced racing sailors we didn't know what to expect. Covid has closed down all our events this year so this was a chance to get afloat at least once in 2020. What a great experience and Alex and all the Hamble staff could not have been more friendly or helpful. We had a great three days and we will be back !! We would have no hesitation is recommending Hamble Point Yacht Charters
First ever charter – we will be back !! (LB)