The 35.5-metre Riva yacht Babousha has been sold to a new owner. The in-house deal was concluded by Michael Chyssicopoulos of IYC, who represented both the buyer and the seller. Pierre Vezilier and Sotiris Konstantakis of IYC were also involved in the negotiations.
Photo: Ocean IndependenceBabousha was built by Riva in 2008 as part of the builder’s Athena 115 series of which nine units in total were built. Officina Italiana Design (Mauro Micheli) penned both the yacht’s interior and exterior. Babousha underwent a refit most recently in 2016, and has been meticulously maintained by her crew.
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Photo: Ocean IndependenceThe 237 GT yacht accommodates as many as 10 guests across five staterooms, including a spacious master suite situated on the main deck.
Photo: Ocean Independence
Photo: Ocean Independence
Photo: Ocean IndependenceAcross Babousha’s two decks, she features ample exterior space for alfresco dining and lounging. At the yacht’s transom, a fold-out door creates an extended swimming platform and allows access to the yacht’s storage of toys. Her sun deck features a helm station, an open dining area, and sun pads.
Photo: Ocean Independence
Photo: Ocean Independence
Photo: Ocean IndependenceBabousha sports twin MTU 12V 4000 M90 diesel engines with a combined 5,550 horsepower, which propel her to a top speed of 27 knots and a cruising speed of 23 knots.
Photo: Ocean IndependenceShe was sold with a last known asking price of €4,500,000.