Superyacht rental SCOTT FREE returns to Antigua Charter Yacht Show for 2026 edition

Built by Abeking & Rasmussen in 2009 and last refitted in 2022, SCOTT FREE accommodates up to 12 guests across six cabins and combines generous outdoor living spaces with a substantial collection of water toys.

Her return to Antigua comes as the show prepares for its milestone 65th edition, bringing together charter yachts, brokers and industry professionals from December 4–9.

Designed by Donald Starkey, superyacht charter SCOTT FREE makes use of her 60m platform with a series of outdoor areas spread across multiple decks. Guests can dine and relax alfresco, while the foredeck provides another open-air space with seating and sunpads for quieter time on the water.

The sundeck is the main hub for outdoor relaxation on yacht charters in the Caribbean, with a large Jacuzzi, bar, and BBQ creating space for long afternoons onboard. Aft, the swim platform brings guests closer to the water, while the yacht's stabilizers can provide additional comfort both underway and at anchor.

Water-based activities are a major part of the charter setup aboard motor yacht charter SCOTT FREE, with equipment ranging from high-speed toys to equipment for exploring below the surface.

The collection includes two Yamaha 1500cc Jet Skis, two SEABOBs, two YuJet Jetsurfs and two Flite E-Foil boards, alongside four paddleboards, waterskis, wakeboards, wakeskates and wakesurf boards. Guests can also make use of an inflatable pontoon, floating pool, waterslide, towable tube, snorkeling equipment and fishing gear.

The yacht is also a PADI-certified training center, giving guests the opportunity to undertake scuba diving training during their charter, subject to the relevant arrangements and requirements.

Four tenders support access to anchorages and shore excursions throughout the Leeward Islands, led by a 7.32m (24ft) Yachtwerft Meyer tender.

Inside, SCOTT FREE combines the substantial interior volume with an elegant, neutral-toned design by Bannenberg & Rowell. The styling creates a calm backdrop for charter groups while retaining a sense of formality suited to a classic Abeking & Rasmussen motor yacht.

One of the key interior spaces is the skylounge, which features its own bar and provides an additional area for relaxing, socializing, or entertaining away from the main salon. Large interior spaces also give guests an alternative to the open decks when seeking shade or a quieter setting during the day.

SCOTT FREE offers six cabins for up to 12 guests, with a layout designed to accommodate families and mixed groups. The main-deck master suite includes a private office, while the remaining accommodation comprises two double cabins, one twin and two cabins that can be configured as either doubles or twins.

The flexible cabin arrangement is complemented by a crew of up to 16, allowing the luxury charter yacht to accommodate larger family groups while maintaining a high level of onboard service. The sixth cabin can also provide additional flexibility for families with children or staff requirements.

The 2026 Antigua Charter Yacht Show will take place from December 4–9 at Nelson's Dockyard, with yachts also hosted at Antigua Superyacht Marina and Falmouth Harbour Marina. The event is marking its 65th edition this year, with the organizers tracing the show's history back to 1961.

The show is primarily an industry event, bringing together charter brokers, yacht captains, marine vendors, and media. Its program includes yacht viewings of attending Antigua yacht charters across the three marinas, alongside the Concours de Chef and Yacht Table Design and Service competitions, seminars, and social events.

Sold to her new owner in June 2026, SCOTT FREE was previously part of the 2023 edition, when she was listed among the attending yachts at Falmouth Harbour Marina. The 2023 show also highlighted her six-cabin accommodation, skylounge, sundeck Jacuzzi, and extensive selection of tenders and watersports equipment.

Her return places a proven charter platform back among the yachts being presented to brokers ahead of the Caribbean winter season, with Antigua also forming part of her wider Caribbean cruising program.

Following her return to the Antigua Charter Yacht Show, SCOTT FREE will offer charter guests access to the Caribbean cruising grounds, with her long-range capability and extensive tender and watersports setup suited to itineraries that combine time underway with days spent at anchor.

She currently has availability for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year. These slots will fill up fast. 

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