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Jarrett Bay Flips Their Biggest Build to Date
With 4 custom builds in progress, there is no shortage of excitement around Jarrett Bay Boatworks as they work on hulls ranging from 46 to 90 feet, the latter being their biggest build to date. Hull 62, code named Project Ireland, is without question one of the most...
Bluewater Celebrates 30 Years of Teamwork with Viking Yachts
In 1984 Dick Pond bought a new 46’ Viking Convertible from a dealer in Virginia Beach. The dealership however, had no facilities or means to provide service, so Pond took his new Peanut Patch to Bluewater Yacht Sales in Hampton, Virginia. Founded in 1968 by Chris...
Career Sailors Extend Their Cruising Resume in Sabre’s Downeast Style
Like any other vehicle, it could be said that a yacht’s primary purpose is to get its occupants from point A to point B. However for anyone who has spent time cruising or sailing, they’ve likely discovered that it’s not so much about the destination at times, as it is...
Several Bluewater Customers Win at the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament
One of the biggest marlin tournaments in the world, the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament, just concluded its 57th year and has proudly donated over $3.3 million to charities in its history. Bluewater Yacht Sales is very proud to be a supporter of this esteemed...
Inspiration Strikes
Winning one of the Biggest Marlin Tournaments in the World is a Hometown, Family Affair for the Wagners Inspiration and her crew aboard this 55’ Jarrett Bay are no stranger to the winner’s circle, especially at their hometown event, the Big Rock Blue Marlin...
Jarrett Bay’s Mama Who Running Before Big Rock
Formally known as Blank Check, the Jarrett Bay Boatworks 77 recently splashed with a freshened interior and the name Mama Who. Check out this great running footage of her before the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament!
Taking the Lead on a Viking Yacht at the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament
The first hour of the first day of the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament was more eventful than anyone had anticipated. Angler and Bluewater principal Earle Hall aboard the Viking 62 Convertible demo captained by Viking’s Brian Komer hooked a fish less than 20 minutes...
Bluewater Yacht Sales Releases the Latest Issue of OnBoard Magazine
We are proud to present you with the latest issue of the OnBoard magazine, which weaves together the many great stories from our customers, friends, special events, service partners, affiliates and industry partners. The past year was chock full of milestones for our...
Chesapeake Bay Magazine Recognizes Bluewater in the Best of the Bay 2015
A big thank you to all who voted for our Bluewater Yachting Center and Bluewater Yacht Yards in Hampton in the Chesapeake Bay Magazine Best of the Bay 2015! Bluewater was recognized in the following categories: Best Fuel Dock, Best Engine Work, Best General Repairs...
Staying Connected: Transaction Turned Friendship
Was good to see you again this past weekend at Bluewater’s annual boat expo. The family and I really enjoyed browsing your inventory so thanks for allowing us to do so.
Above and Beyond is How We Roll
He helped me in every way imaginable to make my buying experience with your company outstanding. He had nothing but good things to say about your company and was above and beyond helpful.
Making an Easy Sale of a Cruisers 35
Scott, we want to thank you for the great work you have done making this sale a quick and easy process. It happened a lot quicker than either Gail or I thought!
Building Relationships from Maryland to Florida
I would like to start by thanking Scott for all his hard work and up most salesmanship. I would recommend Scott for all of my boating and brokerage needs. Bluewater Yacht Sales went above and beyond all of my expectations.
Viking 62 Dances for Yachting Magazine
Check out this nice teaser drone video of Yachting Magazine aboard the Viking 62 Convertible during their test for an upcoming feature. We are anxiously awaiting the delivery of our new 62 this May! Check out the Viking 62C
All-new Regulator 41 Splashing this Summer
Regulator Announces New 41' Center Console Available with Triple or Quad Yamaha F350 V8s The Miami International Boat Show was the site for Regulator's official public release of the all-new 41 and they also began taking orders for this newest model set to splash...
Wanchese Showroom Full of Boats
Our showroom in Wanchese is slapped full of boats for the winter including a 2015 Regulator 25!
Example of Greatness from our Hampton Office
I feel very fortunate to have had Mark as the Sales Associate representing the sale of this vessel. He made an extremely positive impression the very first time I met him – before I even had interest in the boat.
Taking Delivery of a New Regulator
Thanks to Bluewater sales professional Bob Hoste, Matthew says he is now living the dream and gives a huge thanks from the Roper Family to Bob and Bluewater Yacht Sales!
Sold! Viking 61 – Noel
SOLD: 61' Viking - Noel Congratulations to her new owners and Bluewater sales professional Jud Black!
U.S. Brokerage Sales Rise in December
In a report released by Trade Only Today summarizing the final sales results for brokerage boats in the United States throughout 2014, December was the only month that showed an increase of sales over corresponding months in 2013 - up by 6%. However, total brokerage...
2003 Viking 55 – Peanut Patch
Peanut Patch is a one owner, super clean Viking 55 Convertible that has never been fished. She is a low hour, high quality yacht that was built for, and used by a very experienced yachtsman with cruising comfort in mind. This is the only Viking 55 on the market with a...
Delivering a Regulator 34 with Triple Yamaha Outboards
Ryan Dunbar is all smiles picking up his new 2015 Regulator Marine, Inc. 34 SS with triple Yamaha 300's yesterday! Congratulations to Chris Hall Jr. for executing this sale.
Jan Boone Speaks During the CBGBOA Fall Rendezvous
The Chesapeake Bay Grand Banks Owner's Association (CBGBOA) organizes several events each year including an annual Rendezvous. This event spans several days and includes cruising to different towns and sights around the Chesapeake along with several marina stops,...
Get Connected to the Coast Guard’s Rescue 21 System
About 2 a.m. on the morning of December 29th, 1997, three teenage boys and their father/uncle died when their sailboat, the Morning Dew, hit the north jetty at the entrance to Charleston Harbor. At least one of them lived in the fridgid waters until 6:30 a.m. when a...
Happy Holidays from Bluewater Yacht Sales
Annual Bluewater Sales Meeting and Awards Banquet
Our entire team converged on our Hampton, VA office for dinner, presentations, awards, a brainstorming session and all around good times! Congratulations to our Sales Professionals who were recognized for their exemplary performance in 2014 and best wishes to our...
Princess V52 at our Wrightsville Beach Office
This brand new 2015 Princess V52 is now on display at the docks of our Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina office. Contact us today for more information and to schedule your opportunity to tour and demo this boat! This boat combines abundant exterior space for...
Flash Back to the 2008 Barta Boys & Girls Club Billfish Tournament
Flash back to 2008 at the Barta Boys & Girls Club Billfish Tournament with Tred Barta in the cockpit and from left to right: Connor Hall, Bluewater; James Dewberry, Release Marine & Lazy Bones; Jack Lawson, Beach Girl; Dwight Wolf, Sea Wolf; Hatcher Shifflett,...
Bluewater Awarded Platinum Dealer by Regulator Marine
Bluewater Yacht Sales received the highest level of sales achievement from Regulator Marine for the 2014 model year: the Platinum Sales Achievement Award. Our thanks and appreciation goes out to every one of our team members for attaining this prestigious title from...
Delivering Another new Viking 62C
Christmas came early for the owners of this new Viking 62C! We wish them many great years and memories aboard "Tra Sea Ann" and congratulate Bluewater Sales Professional Bob Hoste on helping with their move up!