"Lady Joy" 157' Christensen 157' · 2007
6 Staterooms · 14 Guests · Twin MTU 12V4000, 1,800 hp each · Newport, Rhode Island
Key Specifications
Length157'47.9m LOA
BuilderChristensenMotor Yacht
Year2007Refit 2022
Guests146 staterooms
Max Speed15 knots12 kn cruise
Fuel14,300 gal2,200 gal water
Gross Tonnage499 GTGRP hull
Asking Price$19,500,000USD
Offered by its listing brokerage through the YATCO MLS - details and photos courtesy of the listing broker, as of August 7, 2026. Double G Yacht Sales acts as your buyer's representative at no cost to you.
M/Y Lady Joy
A 2007 Christensen 157-footer refreshed in 2022 and ready to run.
"Lady Joy" is a 2007 Christensen 157' motor yacht offered for sale at $19,500,000, lying Newport, Rhode Island. South Florida is the deepest brokerage market in the world for large motor yachts, and condition separates the good buys from the money pits - which is why independent buyer representation matters more here than anywhere.
Power is twin MTU 12V4000, 1,800 hp each, showing 16,105 hours. She cruises around 12 knots and tops out near 15 knots, carrying 14,300 gallons of fuel.
Accommodations run to 6 staterooms for 14 guests, plus crew quarters sleeping 12. She carries naval architecture by Christensen Shipyard, USA and interior by Carol Williamson, USA.
Highlights
What sets this hull apart on today's market.
Greg Gaus has closed superyacht sales including the 164' Westport "Boardwalk" at $26,000,000 and the Westport 125 "Lion's Den" at $19,000,000, after 20+ years as a professional captain running vessels of this class. That is the lens every Double G buyer gets on this listing: what the hull is really worth, what the survey should focus on, and how she compares with every sistership currently for sale.
- Refit 2022 - updated systems and finishes
- Twin MTU 12V4000, 1,800 hp each — 16,105 hours
- 6 staterooms for 14 guests
- 5 crew cabins sleeping 12
- 14,300 gal fuel - Bahamas and Caribbean legs without stress
- Christensen Shipyard, USA naval architecture
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From the moment you step onboard Lady Joy, you are enveloped in a truly unique and luxurious atmosphere. Each corner of this magnificent yacht showcases a renowned original art collection that will captivate and inspire. Lady Joy is designed for the most discerning charter clients who appreciate the finer details in life.Listing description · YATCO MLS
Buyer Representation
Buy her with Greg on your side of the table.
No cost to you - the buyer's broker is paid from the existing listing commission
Full-market search - every comparable hull on the YATCO MLS compared before you offer
Licensed captain, 20+ years - attends survey and sea trial personally
Sold-price data - negotiation backed by confirmed market results, not asking prices
Full Specifications
157' Christensen "Lady Joy" Dossier
Dimensions & Capacities
LOA157 ft
Beam29.5 ft
Max Draft9 ft
Gross Tonnage499 GT
Fuel Capacity14,300 gal
Water Capacity2,200 gal
Performance
EnginesTwin MTU 12V4000, 1,800 hp each
Engine Hours16,105
Cruise Speed12 knots
Max Speed15 knots
Accommodations
Staterooms6
Sleeps14
Crew Cabins5
Build & Listing
BuilderChristensen
ModelMotor Yacht
Year2007
Refit2022
Naval ArchitectChristensen Shipyard, USA
InteriorCarol Williamson, USA
LocationNewport, Rhode Island
Asking Price$19,500,000
Common Questions
"Lady Joy" questions, answered.
How much does the 157' Christensen "Lady Joy" cost?
The asking price is $19,500,000. Contact Greg Gaus at Double G Yacht Sales at (954) 881-5500 - as your buyer's broker he negotiates on your side, at no cost to you.
Who is selling "Lady Joy"?
"Lady Joy" is offered by its listing brokerage through the YATCO MLS. Greg Gaus of Double G Yacht Sales represents you, the buyer: independent advice on price, survey attendance, and negotiation, paid from the existing listing commission - never by you.
What does it cost to run a 157-foot motor yacht?
As of 2026, industry estimates for a crewed 157-footer typically run high six figures to low seven figures per year, with a crew of about six to seven, covering crew, fuel, insurance, dockage, and maintenance. Greg can build a realistic operating budget for this yacht before you offer.
Where can I see "Lady Joy"?
She is lying in Newport, Rhode Island and shows by appointment through your broker. Contact Double G Yacht Sales to arrange a private showing.
How does the purchase process work?
Accepted offer, then a survey and sea trial contingency of typically 7 to 14 days. Greg - a licensed captain with 20+ years at sea - attends the survey and sea trial personally and manages everything through closing.
How much is Florida sales tax on a yacht?
Florida charges 6% sales tax on boats but caps the total at $18,000 per vessel regardless of price - one of the most favorable regimes in the US. Out-of-state buyers who remove the vessel within the statutory window may qualify for an exemption.
How fast is she, and what is the range?
Cruise around 12 knots, top speed about 15 knots and 14,300 gallons of fuel with twin MTU 12V4000, 1,800 hp each - comfortable Florida-Bahamas legs and seasonal Caribbean runs.
Interested in "Lady Joy"?
Have Greg Represent Your Offer
Asking $19,500,000, lying Newport, Rhode Island. Contact Greg Gaus for the full specification package, sisterships comparison, and a private showing - buyer representation at no cost to you.
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