WINDQUEST

JFA Yachts86m8 guests4 cabins

JFA Yachts · Caribbean · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts · Virgin Islands

Overview

WINDQUEST yacht charter in France

WINDQUEST is worth shortlisting for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The planning focus should be turning a global yacht shortlist into a realistic private charter plan, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.

JFA Yachts86m8 guests4 cabins

Charter fit

How to use WINDQUEST

WINDQUEST is best considered for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting, with a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. The useful planning angle is a private celebration or corporate hosting brief, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.

Shortlist logic

Why this yacht belongs in the conversation

WINDQUEST should make the shortlist when the brief needs a private celebration or corporate hosting brief around France and Mediterranean. The decision should weigh 86'1 / 26.24m, 8 guests, 4 cabins, 2014 against route timing and guest flow.

Best use
a private celebration or corporate hosting brief
Guest profile
8 guests; larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting
Route style
Croatia, Greece, Italy, France, or Spain depending on season; strongest when the route protects hosting time on deck
Port logic
decide the first cruising area before comparing rates, cabins, and crew style
Compare by
compare by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone
Watch-out
the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed

Best charter fit

Use WINDQUEST when the brief calls for a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. At 86'1 / 26.24m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether the route protects hosting time on deck.

Route planning

For Luxury Yacht Charter, the route should start with Croatia, Greece, Italy, France, or Spain depending on season. That keeps the charter practical around turning a global yacht shortlist into a realistic private charter plan, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should decide the first cruising area before comparing rates, cabins, and crew style.

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 best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed.

On-board atmosphere

The onboard experience is defined by how guests use the space. Water toys and tenders make the day more active when the anchorage is right. For this yacht, the occasion is usually stronger when it is treated as a private celebration or corporate hosting brief.

How to compare it

A fair shortlist should explain why WINDQUEST is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether compare by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone, then compare rates and availability.

Decision check

The main caveat is simple: the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.

Technical profile

Specifications

Builder
JFA Yachts
Length
86'1 / 26.24m
Built
2014
Guests
8
Cabins
4
Crew
5
Price context
€70,000 p/week + expenses Approx $82,500
Cruising speed
10 Knots
Model
Long Island 85
Beam
39'2 / 11.93m
Draft
7'7 / 2.3m

Charter price

What the charter price is really buying

WINDQUEST is positioned around €70,000 p/week + expenses Approx $82,500, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.

Build and scale

JFA Yachts build, 86m 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 WINDQUEST suits

Strong

Families and private groups

WINDQUEST 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.

Selective

Event or hosting briefs

For event-style use, confirm legal guest capacity, deck flow and whether the yacht is intended for cruising or static hosting.

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

WINDQUEST by charter criteria

Space and comfort

5/5

The 86m 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

WINDQUEST vs newer 80m+ yachts

Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. WINDQUEST 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 WINDQUEST

Toys

Onboard WindQuest has a range of toys and accessories to keep you and your guests entertained on the water throughout your stay. Principle among these are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If you enjoy diving you'll appreciate the diving equipment and the PADI certified professionals on board. Another excellent feature are wakeboards so guests can show off at speed. If that isn't enough WindQuest also features kayaks, fishing equipment, inflatable water toys and snorkelling equipment. WindQuest also sports a 4.5m/14'9" Zar to transport you with ease. WindQuest is available upon request for charter this summer. She is already accepting bookings this winter for cruising in the Caribbean. Catamaran yacht WindQuest has an array of charter-focused amenities to ensure a memorable experience onboard whatever the destination.

Overview

The 26.25m/86'1" 'WindQuest' catamaran yacht built by shipyard JFA Yachts is available for charter for up to 8 guests in 4 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by French designer Marc Lombard. For those looking for a little more space without compromising on luxury, WindQuest has everything you need. Boasting a wealth of spacious living areas and charter-focused amenities, this yacht is purpose-built for fabulous vacations with families and friends.

Performance Range

WindQuest is built with a aluminium hull and composite superstructure. Powered by twin Yanmar engines, she comfortably cruises at 10 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 12 knots with a range of up to 1,000 nautical miles.

Guest Accommodation

Built in 2014, WindQuest offers guest accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 suites comprising a master suite and three double cabins. There are 4 beds in total, including 1 king and 3 queen. She is also capable of carrying up to 5 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort Entertainment

WindQuest benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter including Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. Guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.

Onboard

Experience

Special features

  • Interior design from Marc Lombard
  • Sleeps 8 guests
  • 4.5m/14'9" Zar

Amenities

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning

Water toys

  • Inflatable water toy
  • Fishing Equipment
  • Wake Board
  • Water-Ski
  • Snorkelling Equipment
  • Kayak

Tenders

  • 14'9 / 4.5m Zar 60 HP engine

Commercial

Rates and seasons

Summer Season

€70,000 p/week + expenses Approx $82,500

Winter Season

$90,000 p/week + expenses

Caribbean · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts · Virgin Islands

Cruising

Regions

Caribbean · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts · Virgin Islands

Planning notes

Before you request dates

  • Confirm whether WINDQUEST's 8 guests profile fits the full party.
  • Check whether WINDQUEST's 4 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
  • Match the first route draft to Croatia, Greece, Italy, France, or Spain depending on season.
  • Ask why WINDQUEST beats the nearest alternative for a private celebration or corporate hosting brief.
  • Confirm the port plan: decide the first cruising area before comparing rates, cabins, and crew style.
  • For WINDQUEST, include boarding point, must-do stops, and whether the route should stay focused on France and Mediterranean.

Availability

Request WINDQUEST charter availability

Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether WINDQUEST fits the route.

FAQ

WINDQUEST charter questions

Is WINDQUEST a good fit for France?

Yes, if the route is planned around turning a global yacht shortlist into a realistic private charter plan. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.

Who should consider WINDQUEST?

WINDQUEST is strongest for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The right answer depends on guest mix, service expectations, and whether the route stays close to France.

What should I send before requesting WINDQUEST?

Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around France and Mediterranean, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether WINDQUEST fits the plan.

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Your request is reviewed with professional charter partners, including brokers who are members of MYBA The Worldwide Yachting Association when the yacht, contract or market requires it.

Clear booking terms

Before a deposit, you see the yacht, route assumption, inclusions, exclusions, payment schedule, cancellation terms and any APA, VAT, fuel or delivery notes.

Safety-led planning

Crew, insurance, weather, guest comfort, tender access and local captain decisions are treated as part of the booking, not details to solve on the day.

Human contact

A charter expert stays visible from enquiry to shortlist, with email or WhatsApp follow-up when timing, routes or guest needs change.

Booking FAQ

Who handles the yacht booking?

We qualify the request, then coordinate with suitable charter broker partners so availability, terms and negotiation are handled through professional charter channels.

What is checked before I pay?

The shortlist should clarify the exact yacht, dates, guest count, boarding point, route, price assumptions, inclusions, exclusions and payment conditions.

How do MYBA member brokers help?

MYBA is a recognised professional association in superyachting. Working with MYBA-member brokers helps align complex charters with established professional standards and widely used charter documentation.

What guests tell us matters

  • Guests value a shortlist built around their route, not a random catalogue.
  • Families ask for clear safety, shade, cabins and weather backup before they book.
  • Corporate groups want written timing, access and service expectations before deposit.

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Speak with a charter expert before you choose a yacht.

Share your dates, destination and guest count. We will check availability, shortlist suitable yachts, and shape the route into a practical itinerary before you commit.

  • Discuss your vacation plans and preferred route.
  • Check availability and shortlist yachts that fit.
  • Coordinate booking details, pricing and itinerary notes.
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