Yacht
HEMINGWAY: The Modern Legacy of Hemingway's Legendary Pilar
Lower Princes Quarter, St. Maarten (Dutch)
Verified boat
Verified partner- 40 ft (12 m)
- 10 guests
Guests say this boat is great for
- Coastal toursSightseeing along the shoreline
- Sunset cruisesPerfect light for golden-hour trips
- CelebrationsBirthdays, parties and special days
- Family daysCalm routes and safe swimming stops
About this boat
Discover HEMINGWAY, a stunning 21st-century recreation of Ernest Hemingway's iconic fishing vessel, Pilar. Built by Brooklin Boat Yard, Inc. and modeled as the Wheeler 38 (Cold-molded wooden motor yacht), this 39.33-foot masterpiece blends vintage elegance with modern performance. Located in South Florida, HEMINGWAY offers an unforgettable charter experience for up to 10 guests across 1 cabin, powered by twin Yanmar 370 HP engines and reaching a top speed of 34 mph.
Why Charter HEMINGWAY?
HEMINGWAY is not just a yacht—it's a tribute to literary and maritime history. Commissioned in 2021, this cold-molded wooden motor yacht honors the original 1934 Pilar while delivering superior speed, range, and comfort. With a cruising range of 300 miles and a cruising speed of 25 mph, HEMINGWAY is perfect for exploring the Florida Keys, Miami bays, and beyond.
- Capacity: 10 guests
- Cabins: 1
- Engines: Twin Yanmar 370 HP V8 diesels
- Top Speed: 34 mph
- LOA: 39'4" (39.33 ft)
Specs
- Type
- Yacht
- Length
- 40 ft (12 m)
- Capacity
- 10 guests
Trip options
Pick a duration. Final price depends on date and season.
What's included
- Captain and crew on captained charters
- Standard safety gear and insurance
- Taxes and port fees at the home marina
- Final cleaning
Not included
- iFood and alcohol (can be arranged on request)
- iMarina fees outside the home marina
- iFuel for long custom routes unless stated in the offer
- iGratuity for the crew
Exact inclusions are confirmed in your offer before you pay.
Equipment onboard
Comfort
- 0· air conditioning
- 1· wifi
Equipment
- 0· autopilot
- 1· gps
Toys & tenders
- Tender
- Water ski
- Diving gear
- Paddle boards
- Beach kids toys
- Tender comments
- Snorkelling gear
- Windsurfing board
Safety equipment
- Life jackets for all guests
- First aid kit
- VHF radio & GPS
- Fire extinguishers
- Lifebuoy and flares
Onboard rules
- ✓No smoking inside cabins
- ✓Shoes off on deck
- ✓Pets allowed on request
- ✓Music until 22:00
Departure location
Marina
Lower Princes Quarter, St. Maarten (Dutch)
Pontoon and slip number are shared after your booking is confirmed.
Conditions
APA (running costs)
30% of the charter fee
Boat licence
Not required on captained charters
Minimum renter age
21+