Overview
COCOA BEAN yacht charter in Mediterranean
COCOA BEAN is worth shortlisting for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The planning focus should be balancing destination, season, guest count, and onboard style before dates are confirmed, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
Trinity Yachts242m12 guests6 cabins
Charter fit
How to use COCOA BEAN
COCOA BEAN is best considered for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, with full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. The useful planning angle is a high-service event charter, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
Why this yacht belongs in the conversation
COCOA BEAN should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Mediterranean and Caribbean. The decision should weigh 242'9 / 74m, 12 guests, 6 cabins, 2014 | 2020 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a high-service event charter
- Guest profile
- 12 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
- Route style
- Mediterranean summer routes; strongest when the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop
- Port logic
- confirm cruising region before comparing yachts because availability changes by season
- Compare by
- ask whether a smaller or larger yacht would make the same route feel easier
- Watch-out
- the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change
Best charter fit
Use COCOA BEAN when the brief calls for full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. At 242'9 / 74m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.
Route planning
For Luxury Yacht Charter, the route should start with Mediterranean summer routes. That keeps the charter practical around balancing destination, season, guest count, and onboard style before dates are confirmed, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should confirm cruising region before comparing yachts because availability changes by season.
Before confirming dates
The earlier the request is shaped, the cleaner the shortlist becomes. peak season dates, when cruising area, berth access, and crew availability should be checked early. The broker note should be honest about limits: the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change.
On-board atmosphere
The onboard experience is defined by how guests use the space. The toy and tender setup gives the broker more room to shape swim stops and guest flow. For this yacht, the occasion is usually stronger when it is treated as a high-service event charter.
How to compare it
A fair shortlist should explain why COCOA BEAN is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether ask whether a smaller or larger yacht would make the same route feel easier, then compare rates and availability.
Decision check
The main caveat is simple: the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Trinity Yachts
- Length
- 242'9 / 74m
- Built
- 2014 | 2020 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 6
- Crew
- 19
- Price context
- POA
- Cruising speed
- 14 Knots
- Model
- Custom
- Beam
- 40'8 / 12.4m
- Draft
- 13'1 / 4m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
COCOA BEAN is positioned around POA, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Trinity Yachts build, 242m class
Guest experience
The value is in the way the yacht supports guests: cabins, deck space, crew flow, toys, tenders, service rhythm and the ability to make the route feel effortless.
Operating reality
Fuel, provisioning, berths, delivery, local taxes and crew gratuity should be clarified before treating any weekly or day rate as the full charter budget.
Guest fit
Who COCOA BEAN suits
Strong
Families and private groups
COCOA BEAN gives the group a cabin-led base for multi-day planning, with space to balance privacy, meals and time on deck.
Strong
Active charter guests
The yacht data includes toys or tenders, so the charter can be planned around swimming, water time and an active anchorage rhythm.
Strong
Event or hosting briefs
The guest profile supports larger private groups when service flow, boarding and deck use are planned early.
Inspect style
Design-sensitive clients
Interior mood, deck style and service tone should match the client. The right yacht is not only the largest available yacht, it is the yacht guests want to live in.
Charter fit scorecard
COCOA BEAN by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 242m class gives the yacht its baseline for deck space, cabins and guest flow.
Toys and activity
4.5/5
The available toy and tender data supports a more active charter plan.
Wellness and amenities
4.5/5
Amenities and features give the yacht stronger onboard value beyond transport.
Price clarity
Visible
Rate context is available, but APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery still need confirmation.
Comparison
COCOA BEAN vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. COCOA BEAN should be compared on guest fit, refit status, deck flow, crew programme, toys, range, availability and the route you actually want to run.
The strongest shortlist is not the newest yacht by default. It is the yacht whose layout, service style and operating assumptions match the client, the port and the itinerary.
Profile
About COCOA BEAN
Toys
When not cruising Cocoa Bean has onboard an incredible selection of water toys and accessories for you and your guests to connect with the waters around you. Take to the sea on the Jet Skis offering you power and control on the water. Another excellent feature are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. In addition there are two kayaks - a tranquil and relaxing way to pass the time. If that isn't enough Cocoa Bean also features scuba diving equipment, inflatable water toys, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. When it comes to Tenders, Cocoa Bean has you covered - with two tenders, including a 7.62m/25' Chapman RIB. Experience the magical places, food and experiences of the Mediterranean this summer from the luxury of your own motor yacht. Cocoa Bean, her captain and talented crew are ready to make sure that your yachting experience is like nothing else.
Overview
The 73.76m/242' 'Cocoa Bean' motor yacht built by the American shipyard Trinity Yachts is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by British designer Evan K Marshall. Built in 2014, Cocoa Bean is designed for exquisite indoor/outdoor living and boasts voluminous interior and exterior spaces across several decks: ideal for bronzing, lounging or entertaining. Her features include an elevator, beach club and gym.
Performance Range
Cocoa Bean is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. Powered by twin Caterpillar engines, she comfortably cruises at 14 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 15 knots with a range of up to 6,000 nautical miles from her 242,266 litre fuel tanks at 13 knots. An advanced stabilisation system on board reduces the side-to-side roll of the yacht and promises guests exceptional comfort levels at anchor or when underway.
Guest Accommodation
Cocoa Bean offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 suites comprising a master suite located on the main deck, one VIP cabin, two double cabins and two twin cabins. There are 6 beds in total, including 4 king and 4 singles. A crew of nineteen, who specialize in creating exceptional charters, are on hand to provide guests with a yacht charter vacation to remember.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
Keeping comfortable and entertained on Cocoa Bean is easy thanks to the available amenities such as a beach club for you to relax on the edge of the water. Maintain your fitness routine and work out in the well-equipped gym and retreat to the deck jacuzzi and soak up the scenery. Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you such as an elevator, making any part of the yacht quickly and easily accessible. Whether you want to work, use social media or stream movies on board this yacht, you can with Wi-Fi connectivity and guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.
Onboard
Experience
Special features
- Full-beam master suite with option for private lounge
- Custom-designed Jacuzzi
- Convenient guest elevator
- Generous sea-level beach club
- Huge choice of water sport toys
- Wheelhouse gym
- Generous exterior deck areas
Amenities
- Jacuzzi
- Stabilizers Underway
- Wi-Fi
- At-Anchor Stabilizers
- Deck Jacuzzi
- Gym
- Beach Club
- Elevator
- Air Conditioning
Water toys
- 2 x SeaDoo Jet-Skis
- 2 x Kayaks
- Paddleboards
- Water-Skis
- Wakeskate
- Inflatable water toys
- 15 x Snorkelling Equipment
- Scuba Diving Equipment
Tenders
- 1 x 25' / 7.62m Chapman Transition RIB Volvo 300 HP engine
- 1 x Riva Iseo Tender Yamaha 260 HP engine
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
POA
Mediterranean · Croatia · France · Italy · Monaco · Montenegro · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Sardinia
Winter Season
POA
Cruising
Regions
Monaco · French Riviera
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether COCOA BEAN's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether COCOA BEAN's 6 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Mediterranean summer routes.
- Ask why COCOA BEAN beats the nearest alternative for a high-service event charter.
- Confirm the port plan: confirm cruising region before comparing yachts because availability changes by season.
- Ask for COCOA BEAN with dates, Mediterranean as the first cruising area, and the preferred pace of the day.
Availability
Request COCOA BEAN charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether COCOA BEAN fits the route.
FAQ
COCOA BEAN charter questions
Is COCOA BEAN a good fit for Mediterranean?
Yes, if the route is planned around balancing destination, season, guest count, and onboard style before dates are confirmed. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
Who should consider COCOA BEAN?
COCOA BEAN is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The right answer depends on guest mix, service expectations, and whether the route stays close to Mediterranean.
What should I send before requesting COCOA BEAN?
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Caribbean, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether COCOA BEAN fits the plan.