Professional Yacht Brokerage Since 2015
Sell Your Yacht in France with Confidence
Expert yacht sales representation across the French Riviera, Monaco & Mediterranean
Professional representation from a Captain 200 certified broker with 104 successful yacht sales
Maximum exposure through YachtWorld, YATCO, international broker network, and direct buyer relationships across 17 nationalities
Discreet, efficient process typically achieving sale within 3-6 months with professional marketing, qualified buyers, and expert negotiation
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Why Yacht Owners Choose BellaYacht
Professional representation that protects your investment and maximizes sale proceeds
Strategic French Riviera Location
Based in Cannes with direct access to every major marina from Monaco to Saint-Tropez. We operate where the Mediterranean's most serious yacht buyers actually search—Port Vauban Antibes, Port Hercules Monaco, Vieux Port Cannes.
Technical Expertise That Matters
As a Captain 200 certified broker, I understand yacht systems, can identify maintenance issues before they become negotiation problems, and speak credibly with both captains and technical buyers during surveys.
Proven International Network
104 completed sales serving clients from 17 nationalities. Your yacht reaches qualified buyers through YachtWorld, YATCO, international broker MLS, and our direct relationships with experienced captains and family offices.
Your Yacht Sale Journey with BellaYacht
From valuation to closing, a proven 6-step process that protects your interests and maximizes sale proceeds
Confidential Valuation & Market Analysis
Comprehensive assessment based on recent comparable sales, current yacht condition, model scarcity, and both local French Riviera and international demand. We provide realistic pricing that positions your yacht competitively while protecting your net proceeds.
Pre-Market Preparation & Documentation
Professional photography, comprehensive technical file preparation, survey and maintenance records compilation. We coordinate with your captain to address any presentation issues and create a viewing schedule that respects your privacy and yacht usage.
Strategic Marketing & Buyer Outreach
Maximum exposure through YachtWorld, YATCO, international broker MLS, and our direct buyer network. Targeted promotion at key events including Cannes Yachting Festival, Monaco Yacht Show, and through our relationships with experienced captains and family offices across 17 nationalities.
Qualified Viewings & Sea Trials
Rigorous buyer qualification ensures only serious, financially capable prospects view your yacht. We coordinate all logistics, accompany viewings personally, and manage sea trial arrangements with your captain to maintain vessel security and minimize disruption.
Expert Negotiation & Offer Management
Professional negotiation that protects your interests while moving the transaction forward. We manage survey findings, coordinate with marine surveyors, handle price adjustments fairly, and ensure clean Letter of Intent (LOI) and purchase agreements with proper escrow arrangements.
Secure Closing & Post-Sale Support
Complete coordination of escrow, notary, legal documentation, title transfer, VAT verification, flag registration, and delivery. We handle marina notifications, coordinate with your maintenance team, and provide post-transaction support to ensure a seamless handover.
What Yacht Owners Say
Real results from yacht owners who trusted BellaYacht with their sale
Professional, transparent, and results-driven. Mathieu sold our Azimut 50 Flybridge in under 4 months at our target price. His market knowledge and negotiation skills made the difference. Highly recommended for serious sellers.
After trying another broker for 8 months with no results, we switched to BellaYacht. Mathieu re-priced strategically, found a qualified buyer within 6 weeks, and handled the entire process professionally. Worth every euro of commission.
Mathieu's Captain certification gave us confidence he truly understood our yacht's systems. He identified and resolved potential survey issues before they became negotiation problems. Discreet, efficient, and trustworthy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about selling your yacht with BellaYacht
How long does it typically take to sell a yacht on the French Riviera?
+Well-positioned yachts with competitive pricing typically sell within 3-6 months. Timeline depends on yacht condition, price positioning, seasonality, and market conditions. Spring and early summer (March-June) tend to be most active on the French Riviera, with increased buyer activity around major boat shows in Cannes and Monaco. I provide monthly market updates and adjust strategy as needed to achieve your sale objectives.
How do you determine the right asking price for my yacht?
+I analyze recent comparable sales (similar model, year, condition), current market inventory, your yacht's specific condition and maintenance history, upgrades and modifications, model scarcity and demand, and both local French Riviera and international buyer appetite. My goal is realistic pricing that attracts qualified buyers while maximizing your net proceeds. I provide a detailed written valuation with supporting market data.
Do you require an exclusive listing agreement?
+I strongly recommend exclusive representation for 3-6 months. Exclusivity allows me to invest fully in professional marketing, control pricing consistency across all platforms, coordinate viewings efficiently without scheduling conflicts, and attract more serious buyers who value properly represented yachts. However, I evaluate each situation individually and can discuss alternatives if your circumstances require flexibility.
What's included in your brokerage commission?
+My commission covers comprehensive yacht preparation consultation, professional photography and marketing materials, listing on YachtWorld, YATCO, and international broker MLS, direct buyer outreach through my network, all viewing coordination and attendance, survey and sea trial management, expert negotiation on your behalf, complete documentation and closing coordination (escrow, legal, VAT, registration), and post-sale support. Commission structure is discussed during our initial consultation and is competitive with industry standards.
How do you ensure confidentiality during the sale process?
+I maintain strict confidentiality throughout the process. All potential buyers are thoroughly qualified before viewings, I use non-disclosure agreements when appropriate, coordinate viewing schedules to respect your privacy and yacht usage, handle all communications professionally without disclosing owner identity unnecessarily, and never discuss your yacht's sale status or pricing publicly. Your confidentiality is paramount.
What happens if my yacht doesn't sell within the agreed timeframe?
+If your yacht hasn't sold by the end of our agreement period, we conduct a comprehensive market review together. This includes analyzing buyer feedback, market conditions changes, comparable sales data, and pricing effectiveness. We then recommend strategic adjustments which might include pricing modifications, enhanced marketing approaches, or seasonal timing considerations. You're never locked into continuing if you're not satisfied with my service, and there are no penalties for ending the agreement at the agreed term.
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