SWEET VIRGINIA - Sanlorenzo FOR SALE

SWEET VIRGINIA is a striking SL96A motor yacht, launched in late 2023, with an ingenious design that expands main-deck volume by 15%. Full-height windows bathe the salon in natural light and frame sweeping sea views, strengthening the connection to the water.

Accommodations include a main-deck Owner’s suite, two VIP cabins, and two adaptable guest staterooms. Fitted with stabilizers for smooth passages and serene nights at anchor, SWEET VIRGINIA is meticulously maintained by a dedicated full-time crew, delivering standout space, performance, and refinement among 96-foot flybridge superyachts and luxury yachts.

Overview

SWEET VIRGINIA is an impressive 2023 SL96A distinguished by an innovative asymmetrical architecture that increases main-deck volume by 15%, transforming space into a light-filled sanctuary framed by floor-to-ceiling windows and a seamless dialogue with the sea. Her accommodation is thoughtfully composed of an on-deck Owner’s Suite with a king-size bed and ensuite shower, two VIP Suites each with a queen bed and private head, and two convertible guest staterooms fitted with twin berths that easily convert to queens, both with ensuite heads—ideal for flexible guest configurations. Engineered for effortless relaxation and spirited adventure, she is equipped with stabilizers for comfort both at anchor and underway, and cared for by a dedicated full-time crew that keeps her in like‑new condition. With incomparable space, performance, and luxury for a ninety-six‑foot yacht, SWEET VIRGINIA stands apart on the water. Extended MTU warranties are in place through December 2027, the one‑thousand‑hour service was completed in October 2025, and a comprehensive bottom service with fresh paint was carried out in August 2025. A beautiful, open, and contemporary interior, an asymmetrical layout that gifts extra main‑deck volume, expansive aft deck, sun deck and swim platform, and a tender garage with additional storage round out a specification meticulously maintained in excellent condition.

Walkthrough

Board SWEET VIRGINIA from the wide swim platform up to the aft deck or via convenient side boarding. The aft deck greets you with a generous built‑in settee, a teak table and chairs—an effortless stage for entertaining, watching watersports, or enjoying breakfast and lunch with the sea as your backdrop. Double glass doors open into the main salon, where the yacht’s signature asymmetrical design immediately reveals the additional main‑deck volume: to port, an outboard lounging area and a versatile table perfect for gaming, coffee, or breakfast; to starboard, an inviting L‑shaped settee with coffee tables. Vast windows, a white, airy décor, and light wooden flooring create a serene, contemporary ambiance, anchored by a large forward‑bulkhead TV visible from every seat. Forward to port, a guest corridor with a day head leads to the Owner’s Stateroom. The Owner’s suite features a king berth and a spacious ensuite appointed with a stone sink and shower, toilet, and bidet, as well as plentiful storage and a forward walk‑in closet accessed a few steps down—an elegant private retreat. Returning to the corridor, a staircase descends to the lower guest passage serving four guest staterooms: two VIPs with queen berths and ensuite heads, and two additional guest staterooms each with its own ensuite. All are notably spacious and refined, adorned with beautiful stonework. Back in the salon, continue forward to starboard to find the on‑deck galley, a well‑equipped culinary space with abundant counter surface, refrigerator, cooktop, and oven, designed to deliver gourmet meals for guests; from here, a dedicated staircase leads to the crew area. Aft of the galley, a step rises into the state‑of‑the‑art pilothouse, complete with comprehensive navigation and communication systems, a helm seat, companion seating to starboard, and a lounging area to port; aft within the pilothouse, steps ascend to the flybridge. The flybridge helmsman’s console to starboard is fully integrated with raised seating; to port, an expansive raised seating area offers a superb perch underway or at anchor. Aft on the flybridge, dine under cover at a table for eight, enjoy the bar with BBQ, and relax on a large U‑shaped settee. The hardtop features an opening section—sun when open, shade when closed. From the aft end of the flybridge, a stair returns you to the aft deck, where steps on either side lead back down to the large swim platform for easy access to the water, tender, and toys. Forward, the bow lounge is a must‑see: a spacious U‑shaped settee with table and forward sun pads—an exquisite vantage point when gliding into your favorite harbor.

Salon

The salon is generously appointed with a large L‑shaped settee and two coffee tables, complemented by a wall‑mounted TV centered on the forward bulkhead. A chic bar area with refrigerator and icemaker serves the space with ease, while ceiling lights, refined curtains, and soft furnishings lend warmth. Light oak flooring and expansive side windows flood the room with natural light, creating a bright, contemporary ambiance.

Dining area

A versatile hi/lo dining table accommodates eight guests with poise, arranged with five chairs and a comfortable three‑seat bench. Discreet cabinetry to port and starboard houses plates, glasses, and crockery, while coordinated curtains, soft furnishings, and light oak flooring continue the salon’s elegant design language.

Day head (midship to port)

Midships to port, the day head presents a clean, modern finish with a washbasin, mirror, and ceiling lights, supported by an air extractor and accessorized with tasteful details. Beautiful white marble flooring elevates the look with quiet luxury.

Large on-deck owner's suite

The on‑deck Owner’s Suite welcomes you through an entrance foyer with a bathroom to port and a storage cabinet to starboard, unfolding into a serene haven with a king‑size berth with under‑bed storage, nightstands with drawers, and a wall‑integrated TV. A vanity to port, a fitted safe, ceiling and reading lights, and an electric skylight amplify comfort, while a lateral door to the external passageway offers private outdoor access. Curtains and refined soft furnishings complete this luminous retreat.

Owner stateroom ensuite

The ensuite features a washbasin set into a marble benchtop with drawers, complemented by mirrors, elegant curtains and accessories, and beautiful white marble flooring. A bidet and a shower with handset, overhead showerhead, and a tempered‑glass door complete this refined space.

Two VIP staterooms with ensuite

Each of the two VIP staterooms offers a queen berth with under‑bed storage, nightstands with drawers, and both ceiling and reading lights. Natural light and fresh air pour in through a large fixed portlight and a large opening portlight on each side in stainless steel with tempered glass, while curtains and soft furnishings add a graceful finishing touch. Each VIP enjoys its own private ensuite.

VIP ensuites

The VIP ensuites are appointed with a bidet, a washbasin set on a marble top, and a mirrored cupboard, together with a shower fitted with a handset and tempered‑glass door and served by an air extractor above. Each bathroom includes an opening stainless‑steel portlight with tempered glass, coordinated curtains, soft furnishings and accessories, and marble flooring.

Two guest staterooms

The two guest staterooms are thoughtfully designed with twin single beds, each with two drawers, featuring convertible mattresses that seamlessly join to create a queen. A nightstand with two drawers, a wardrobe with hanging bar and internal light, and an integrated wall TV ensure comfort and convenience. Ceiling and reading lights, an opening stainless‑steel portlight with tempered glass, refined curtains and soft furnishings, and soft carpet underfoot complete the inviting atmosphere.

Guest heads

Each guest head is fitted with a bidet, a washbasin on a marble top, a mirror and a wall cupboard, and a shower with handset and tempered‑glass door, aided by an air extractor above. An opening stainless‑steel portlight with tempered glass, coordinated curtains, soft furnishings and accessories, and marble flooring complete the specification, while the portside guest bathroom also features an emergency escape hatch.

Crew quarters

Accessed via an independent staircase from the galley, the crew quarters comprise a comfortable crew mess with laundry area and two cabins, each arranged with bunk beds and its own bathroom with toilet and shower—ideal for discreet service and long passages. In the crew mess and laundry area, a sofa with table, storage and a hanging closet, a washing machine and dryer, opening stainless‑steel portlights with tempered glass, and an emergency escape into the technical storage space at the bow of the dinette ensure practicality and safety. The crew cabins feature bunk beds with a drawer under the lower berth, a wardrobe with hanging space, cupboards and shelves, ceiling and reading lights, an opening stainless‑steel portlight with tempered glass, and air conditioning with a dedicated control panel.

On deck galley

Positioned forward of the starboard foyer and enclosed by a door, the well‑equipped galley features an electric cooktop with extraction hood, a dishwasher, a conventional oven, and a commercial‑grade refrigerator/freezer, together with abundant storage. A dedicated staircase from the galley leads directly to the crew quarters for seamless service.

Wheelhouse

The wheelhouse presents a leather‑covered dashboard with a full suite of navigation instruments, a nautical chart table, and a storage cabinet. Stairs rise to the flybridge and descend to the starboard foyer, ensuring smooth internal circulation underway and in port.

Engine room

The meticulously organized engine room houses the main engines and two generators located adjacent to the forward daily tanks, with a genset exhaust system incorporating a muffler and water/gas separators. Daily fuel‑oil tanks are set on the forward bulkhead, while an aluminum bench supports pumps and machinery in the aft area above aluminum flooring on aluminum supports. Access is via a stainless‑steel staircase from the main‑deck cockpit, and valves, controls, and pumps are positioned for easy inspection. Dedicated starting batteries for main engines and generators, service batteries, battery switches, and battery chargers for the engine and generator starting banks are all neatly installed. A main electrical switchboard and shore‑power switchboard, A/C compressors and pumps, and ship’s pumps complete this highly serviceable space.

Main machinery

Power is delivered by twin MTU 16V2000 M86 diesel engines rated at 2400 hp, showing 1,005 hours on port and 1,005 hours on starboard as of October 2025. Ship’s power comes from two generators—one 35 kW and one 45 kW—with hours recorded at 1,360 on port and 1,375 on starboard in October 2025. Propulsion integrates two ZF BW 3060V gearboxes with a 3:1 ratio, Nibral class “S” propellers, Aquamet 17 shafts, and 316 stainless‑steel rudders. The steering system employs CAN‑bus signal transmission in a precise steer‑by‑wire configuration, while a hydraulic bow thruster with remote controls at the wheelhouse and flybridge enhances close‑quarters handling. Stainless‑steel trim tabs on the stern transom use an electro‑hydraulic control system to refine running attitude. Climate comfort is assured by 180,000 BTU air conditioning.

Tankage

Abundant tankage supports extended cruising, with fuel capacity of 2,735 US gallons, freshwater capacity of 396 US gallons, black water capacity of 147 US gallons, and grey water capacity of 200 US gallons.

Bilge system

A centralized bilge system provides suction in each watertight compartment, served by a reversible pump with local controls that can also act as a backup to the firefighting system. A 24V emergency firefighting pump is configured to serve as a bilge pump should the main pump fail, while 24V automatic bilge pumps are installed in each watertight compartment. An emergency suction device in the engine room connects to the main engines’ cooling system, and high‑level water sensors in every watertight compartment report alarms to the wheelhouse.

Batteries

Electrical resilience comes from a comprehensive battery suite: service batteries comprise a gel bank that supplies signaling, small‑power circuits, and lighting; emergency power is provided by a gel battery isolated from the rest and dedicated to the VHF, bilge pumps, smoke detectors, navigation lights, and the FM200 fire system; MTU electronics draw from a gel/AGM bank dedicated to the main engines’ electronic equipment. Main engine starting is assured by two sets of gel/AGM batteries, while generator starting is likewise supported by two sets of gel/AGM batteries. The battery‑charging architecture is equally robust, with two automatic chargers for the service bank, one automatic charger with its related switchboard for main‑engine starting and electronics batteries, one automatic 25 A/12 V DC charger for the genset starting banks, and one automatic charger for the VHF batteries.

Navigation and electronics

At the helm, a 1211 multi‑function color display integrates key data alongside indicators for speed, depth, wind, and temperature, supported by a rudder‑angle indicator, a precise autopilot, and VHF communications—an intuitive, reliable suite for confident navigation.

Audio/visual equipment

In the salon, entertainment is anchored by a 50‑inch Smart TV, a multi‑area amplifier with AirPlay, and a home‑theatre kit with subwoofer and five speakers linked to the aft cockpit and flybridge deck, complemented by a Blu‑ray DVD player and an iPad mini with docking station for centralized control. The Owner’s cabin features a 43‑inch Smart TV, an amplifier with AirPlay and a home‑theatre kit with subwoofer and two speakers, a Blu‑ray DVD player, and an iPad mini with docking station for seamless control. Each of the two guest cabins to port and starboard includes a 24‑inch Smart TV, an amplifier media center with streaming and Bluetooth feeding two speakers, and an infrared repeater, while the VIP cabin enjoys a 32‑inch Smart TV, an amplifier media center with streaming and Bluetooth with two speakers, and an infrared repeater. Crew accommodations carry practical entertainment with TV, stereo, and speakers, and in the crew mess a 24‑inch TV, an amplifier media center with streaming and Bluetooth driving two speakers, and an infrared repeater enhance downtime. Outside, the flybridge deck integrates four speakers in the hardtop ceiling tied to the salon system and controllable via the salon iPad mini; the cockpit is similarly connected with two overhead speakers and iPad mini control. In the wheelhouse, a Bluetooth stereo with two speakers provides focused audio, while the bow lounge benefits from two speakers under the flybridge control.

Deck equipment

Ground tackle and handling are effortless with two reversible anchor windlasses operable locally and remotely, and two electric stern capstans rated at 2200 W, 400 Vac. On the aft deck, a tempered‑glass sliding saloon door opens to integrated forward‑facing settees flanking two wooden tables and two freestanding chairs. Teak stairs to port lead up to the flybridge, stainless‑steel gates secure access to the swim platform, and a storage locker is set along the starboard passageway. Two integrated electric capstans assist with mooring, while manual activation of the fire‑protection system is discreetly located in the stern sofa next to the gates. A firefighting hose and a starboard fuel filling station stand ready, covers protect all exterior furniture, and a portside door provides direct access to the engine room. Forward, the bow area is laid in teak and arranged with a sofa and fixed table, guarded by a handrail along the gunwale. Twin anchor windlasses with integrated capstans work in concert with two galvanized‑steel anchors and a dedicated chain locker. A firefighting hose, chain‑washing system, and quick water connection support operations, while stairs with non‑slip finish grant passage along the external walkway up to the flybridge; watertight hatches access technical and chain lockers, and covers protect all outdoor furniture. The flybridge is reached by an external staircase from the aft deck port side, from the bow area via the starboard external passageway, or internally from the wheelhouse. The hardtop, supported by two stainless‑steel pillars, carries navigation lights, antennas, an acoustic alarm, and integrated lighting. A bar with refrigerator and sink, a deck‑washing outlet in the bar area, a dining table with chairs, and generous sofas with coffee tables create a convivial open‑air salon. Safety and seakeeping are enhanced by teak decking, four scuppers to discharge water overboard, and two self‑inflating life rafts for eight people each integrated into the superstructure, while made‑to‑measure covers protect every piece of outdoor furniture. At the helm position, the captain commands main engine controls and instruments, full navigation electronics, and controls for trim tabs, navigation lights, horn, bow thruster, stabilizer, and searchlight, aided by a magnetic compass. Seating with integrated cupboards is mounted on raised teak‑grating platforms for perfect sightlines, mirrored by companion seating along the pilot seats.

Garage

From the lifting swim platform, an electro‑hydraulic hatch grants entry to the tender garage, complete with a tender hauling and launching system, tender chocks, and a dedicated fire‑detection system. A 220 V power socket is provided and is automatically disabled when the aft hatch is closed. Overhead lighting and an emergency escape from the stern underscore safety and functionality.

Safety and firefighting system

Safety is integrated throughout with a centralized FM200 firefighting system protecting the engine room, with activation located in the main‑deck aft cockpit. A saltwater firefighting system features pump controls on the main helm touchscreen, on the engine‑room main switchboard, and next to the anchor windlass; this pump also serves chain washing duties. A comprehensive smoke‑detection system monitors the engine room, garage, all cabins, the salon, galley, and crew area for complete peace of mind.

Broker comments

SWEET VIRGINIA is a generously proportioned ninety‑six‑footer offering every amenity for private cruising or charter, with expansive social areas and five beautifully appointed staterooms. Maintained in excellent condition and poised to depart at a moment’s notice, she is a compelling choice for first‑time owners and seasoned yachtsmen alike—an absolute must‑see.