Originally built by Oceanco in 1993, THE WELLESLEY underwent a comprehensive rebuild and extension at Sunrise Yachts shipyard in 2016, followed by a full repaint in the winter of 2020/21. The result is a 56-meter steel-hulled superyacht with the pedigree of a Dutch builder, the bones of a thoroughly modern refit, and a price point that puts her in rare company for a vessel of this size. She cruises comfortably at 12 knots with a top speed of 16 knots, and her exterior design by Gerhard Gilgenast gives her a timeless, balanced profile on the water.
Her interior, designed by Donald Starkey and Dennis Irvine, draws direct inspiration from The Wellesley hotel in London's Knightsbridge. The style is art deco throughout: sophisticated, warm, and deliberately restrained. Six staterooms accommodate 12 guests across two master suites (one on the lower deck and one on the upper deck), a main deck VIP, two twin cabins, and a double. On the upper deck sits the yacht's signature space: a Cigar Club Lounge finished in rich leather and fine woodwork, the kind of room that makes guests settle in and stay.
What truly distinguishes THE WELLESLEY is her open deck space, among the largest of any yacht at 56 meters. Exterior dining areas on both the main and sun decks, multiple lounging and relaxation zones, and a generous jacuzzi on the sundeck make her a natural choice for entertaining. A dedicated beach club at sea level keeps guests connected to the water. For a buyer looking for a proven Oceanco hull with serious social volume, a fresh refit, and a distinctive interior character, THE WELLESLEY is currently lying in Imperia, Italy, and available for inspection.
THE WELLESLEY is currently located in Italy in Imperia, Liguria.