Built in 1912 by the renowned J.G. Fay & Co. of Southampton and designed by the celebrated naval architect Fred Shepherd, CARIBA is an authentic expression of the final years of the Victorian era, a period in which sailing yachts represented the highest standards of craftsmanship, elegance and prestige. She is a rare Bermudan yawl from the dawn of the modern sailing era, representing the transition from the traditional gaff-rigged yachts of the Victorian age to the elegant and highly efficient Bermuda-rigged classics that would shape twentieth-century yachting.
More than a century later, she continues to embody the spirit of classic yachting, preserving the charm and authenticity that have made these historic yachts so highly sought after by discerning owners and collectors. In 2022, she underwent an extensive refit that combined structural interventions with a comprehensive aesthetic restoration. Major works included the complete renewal of the electrical system, the installation of a new 291 hp Yanmar engine, together with the replacement and upgrading of numerous essential mechanical and technical components. Every work was carried out with the utmost respect for the yacht’s historical identity, enhancing both her reliability and her timeless elegance.
Today, she is presented in outstanding condition, offering a combination of historical authenticity and modern reliability. A significant number of her original elements have been meticulously preserved, allowing her to retain the unique atmosphere and craftsmanship that only a genuine classic yacht can offer.
Ready to sail immediately, CARIBA is perfectly suited for exceptional cruising, prestigious classic yacht regattas and gatherings, exclusive private events, or simply for an owner seeking a truly distinctive yacht capable of standing apart from contemporary production vessels. She represents a unique opportunity to acquire not only a remarkable yacht, but a living piece of maritime heritage, prepared to begin a new chapter with her next custodian.
