2001 WESTSHIP
Description
CUPCAKE is a modern U.S.-built yacht featuring a soothing crème and turquoise interior with mother-of-pearl accents. It offers a full-beam master suite on the main deck and four well-appointed guest staterooms below, all with ensuite bathrooms. The bright main salon and open dining area can accommodate ten guests, while a marble bar leads to an alfresco dining space. The spacious sundeck includes a Jacuzzi, dining area, and sun pads, making it perfect for cruising and charters.
Full Specifications
CUPCAKE boasts a contemporary interior adorned with soothing neutral shades of crème and turquoise, complemented by mother-of-pearl accents. The impressive full-beam primary suite on the main deck features a king-size bed positioned aft, along with his-and-her ensuite bathrooms equipped with a shower and a spacious separate tub. Below deck, all four guest staterooms are equally elegant and well-appointed, each with its own ensuite bathroom.
The main salon is flooded with natural light thanks to expansive windows and is thoughtfully separated from the open dining area by an entertainment center. The dining space can comfortably accommodate up to ten guests at a stunning glass table. An inviting marble bar inside provides the ideal setting for afternoon cocktails, while large doors open to an alfresco dining area.
CUPCAKE is designed for cruising pleasure, family bonding, and serves as an excellent charter option. The generous sundeck features a Jacuzzi, a dining area, and ample sun pads, making it the perfect spot for relaxation and enjoyment.
Key Features
- US Build
- Recent US flag state survey completed (Feb 2026)
- Zero speed stabilizers
- Sundeck Jacuzzi and excellent space for entertaining
- New exterior cushions
- Captain and crew maintained
- Mechanical refit including A/C, hydraulics, and stabilizers (2024)
Large windows accent the spacious full beam main salon. At night, soft lighting is created by domed and recessed lighting. Formal dining is provided for ten guests in the main dining area. The salon’s full-service sit-down bar, which grants sprawling ocean views through large windows, is perfect for an after-dinner nightcap. A spiral staircase at the forward end of the salon complements the modern design style and craftsmanship of the salon’s furnishings.
CUPCAKE comfortably accommodates twelve guests in five beautifully appointed staterooms consisting of a full beam primary suite on the main deck, three queen staterooms and one twin stateroom below deck. All guest rooms have recently upgraded the entertainment systems with satellite TV, and audio server. All staterooms include ensuite facilities.
Designed to achieve the pinnacle of comfort and luxury, this full beam primary suite located on the main deck boasts a king berth. Her ensuite bathroom includes a separate shower and deep Jacuzzi bathtub. Spacious his and her baths bestow the convenience and indulgence expected on a yacht of this caliber. Twin closets provide generous storage for wardrobe and travel items. Relaxing in the master stateroom is made simple with its plush couch and full-featured entertainment center and flat screen television.
On the lower deck, you will find 4 staterooms comprising of 1 King, 2 Queens and the 5th stateroom features a queen, twin and pullman. Each guest stateroom is ensuite with a shower and loads of storage.
Professionally styled galley with stainless steel finishes and granite countertops. Top features include a 5-burner professional cook-top, double oven, oversized-side by side refrigerator/freezer, large double sink, a dedicated wine cooler, great working counter areas and a lot of cabinet storage space. In addition, there is a full-service counter with sink and storage areas adjacent to the dining room doorway to stage for proper dining service. The raised breakfast nook is wonderful for informal dining with a great view of the chef’s working area.
Comfort makes the skylounge a popular piece of real estate on this ship. The sit-down bar provides a convenient meeting spot while the ultra-comfortable couch and harmonizing chairs provide a plush alternative. A skylight ceiling adds to the ambiance while a hidden flat-screen television can be made to instantly appear and entertain. The blackjack/gaming tables makes for a great talking piece.
There is a full complement of amenities found on the aft deck and flybridge. Al fresco dining on the open breeze for up to ten guests is always popular on the aft deck. During the day its sit-down bar will be the most visited spot for thirsty sunbathers. Dual stairs conveniently lead down to the cockpit where water activities rule the day. The flybridge provides maximum entertainment with its six person Jacuzzi, full bar and sunbathing accommodations. The unparalleled ocean views from the flybridge make this deck a destination for sightseers.
Designed for maximum cruising safety and comfort in all weather conditions, this pilothouse is envied by all sea captains. Communication and navigation are conducted using the latest equipment technology that functions in all worldwide locales. A raised observation settee is integrated on the rear of the pilothouse to provide comfort to guests and functions as an impromptu office space.
CUPCAKE currently operates with 7 crew members consisting of Captain, First Officer, Engineer, Deckhand, Chef and two Stewardess.
Communication Systems
- V-Sat
- Mini-M satellite communications system
- VOIP x 4 Lines
- SatCom cellular phone
- Sea 235 HF/SSB digital radio telephone
- 2 x VHF ICOM IC-M604
- Furuno NHF radio telephone FM-8500
- Cellular phone system connected to the PBX system
- Starlink
Navigation Systems
- New radar (2025)
- 1 x Furuno X-Band radar FR-2125 with ARPA
- 1 x Furuno S-Band radar FR-2135S with ARPA
- Anchutz Gyro compass with STD-20
- Delta magnetic compass with Sonde to backup gyro
- 1 x Anchutz autopilot system to include Pilotstar D, NautoAlarm panel, watch alarm, rudder angle
- Indicator, gyro repeater, dimmer, auto-manual switch, override switch, NFU tiller
- 1 x Furuno FCV-582L color sounder with 50 kc transducer (engine room keel) and a 200 kc transducer (at transom)
- 1 x Raytheon ST-80 Materview sounder (forward keel, port chine, starboard chine)
- 2 x Northstar 941X GPS
- Weather Channel marine satellite weather system
- HP printer – All-in-One HP printer/scan/fax/copier
- 3 x Raytheon Masterview display – (windspeed/direction/etc.)
- Furuno Navtex Receiver NX-500
- Furuno AIS FA 150
- Orbit digital satellite TV system with 16 SAT receivers for all TV’s and music system
- Music system with keypad controls in galley, salon, aft deck boat deck, sun deck and sky lounge
- This system has inputs from a Sony 5 CD changer, Yamaha AM/FM stereo turner, and satellite receiver
Skylounge
- AMX Central Controller
- Surround Sound system to include 42” NEC plasma TV, Yamaha stereo turner, Sony DVD and Mitsubishi VCR
Salon
- AMX Central Controller
- Surround Sound system to include 42” NEC plasma TV, Yamaha stereo tuner, Sony DVD and VCR
Primary Stateroom
- AMX Central Controller
- Surround Sound system to include 42” NEC plasma TV, Yamaha stereo tuner, Sony DVD and VCR, iPod docking station
- Apple TV
Guest staterooms
- Flat-screen TV with DVD, Sony stereo AM/FM/CD player with 50 CD storage, iPod docking station, RTI iPad controllers, Apple TV
Galley
- Sony Trinitron 20” or 13” TVs with DVD and AM/FM/CD player
Crew Cabins
- All 5 cabins have new flat-screen TVs with DVD and AM/FM/CD players
Crew Lounge
- Sony Trinitron 20” TV with VCR & DVD, 20” LCD TV with a Mitsubishi VCR & DVD
- Sony AM/FM/CD stereo player
- Main Engines: (2) MTU 12V396, 2250hp
- Engine Hours: Port 6130; Starboard 6129 (July 2026)
- Oct 2025: Dieselworx performed maintenance service, replaced injectors, and inspected cylinders
- May 2025: Installed cylinder head gasket kit in St. Thomas
- 1200 rpm range 1482 miles @ 10.5 knots burning approx. 55.2 gals per hour
- 1400 rpm range 1152 miles @ 12 knots burning approx. 81.2 gals per hour
- 1600 rpm range 886 miles @ 14 knots burning approx. 123 gals per hour
- 1800 rpm range 727 miles @ 16 knots burning approx. 172 gals per hour
- 2 x Filtration Concepts Watermakers – 4,000 U.S. gallons per day
- ABT-TRAC Zero speed/at rest stabilization
- American Bowthruster Unit (150hp)
- 120V/208V/3- phase/60 Hz
- Generators: 2 x 80 kw Northern Lights generators
- Generator Hours Port: 2,672 on rebuilds, 31,791 hours total (July 2026)
- Generator Hours Starboard: 2,674 on rebuilds, 31,552 hours total (July 2026)
- Atlas 75 kva shore power
- 1 x ACR RCL-600A searchlight
- 2 x ACR RCL-100 searchlights
- ISIS Ships Monitoring System
- CCV System Panasonic
- 11 x Cameras with automatic deck sensors
- (5) 21” Hatteland Monitors – All inputs can be switched to any monitor with touch screen
- Fire pump/2 fire stations
- Auto CO2 in machine space
- Mimick Panel that indicates running lights, high water, fire/smoke, and a ship’s alarm and security read outs
- Mini ISM Compliant
2026
- New Shoreline Inventor installed
2024/2025
- Replacement of two main chiller Dometic chiller units (Nov 2024)
- New carpet and wallpaper throughout (2024)
- Upgraded light fixtures (2024)
- Mechanical refit including A/C, chiller, hydraulics and stabilizers (2024)
- Gensets overhaul (2024)
- Replacement of gears for main deck windlass (March 2025)
- Replacement of both PTO pumps in gensets (April 2025)
- Replacement of PTO pumps on transmissions units (April 2025)
- Replacement of X band radar as well as re-wiring cables for radar (July 2025)
- Top overhaul on both main engines (Sept 2025)
- Rebuild on both port and stbd gensets (Sept 2025)
- Replace all exterior covers and foam in sundeck Jacuzzi (2025)
- Stabilizer 5-year service (2025)
- Repair and paint salon window frames (2025)
- Polish hull and superstructure (2025)
- Misc air handler replacement and service (2025)
2022 – Year long $2M Refit
The yacht was purchased in January 2022 and immediately commenced with a major interior and exterior refit. Every interior surface, floors, walls and ceiling were stripped to the base sub-structure and completely resurfaced with all new carpeting, wallcoverings, overheads, lighting fixtures, built-in and loose furniture, soft goods and décor inside and out. All ensuite baths and day heads were completely remodeled and resurfaced with new marble, mirrors, glass doors, toilets and plumbing fixtures.
- New LED lighting installed throughout vessel replacing halogen lights
- New Dometic 5-ton 90,000 BTU chiller installed
- 21 air-handlers checked, cleaned, repaired or replaced
- Chilled water piping reinsulated throughout the vessel
- All fuel, fresh water, gray water and black water tanks cleaned and inspected
- New Tank Sentry system installed
- New pumps (3) installed on the Headhunter toilet system
- New thru-hulls and skin valves installed throughout the boat
- Shafts pulled, trued, and aligned with new bearings
- Wagner steering system rebuilt
- Full antifouling bottom job
- Prop-Speed on all running gear
- New 24V-DC 3700GPM Rule bilge pumps installed in all bilges
- New switchboard panel front installed
- Engine room exhaust fan motors, controllers and thermostats replaced
- New, upgraded A/C pumps installed
- New glass installed in the Wheelhouse front (3); New glass installed in Master (1)
- New acrylic F/B windscreen
- New teak decking and steps installed throughout the vessel
- New S.S. hoop rails installed on the bridge deck
- New bow davit and chocks for 2 PWC’s
- New electrical portion (ends) replaced on both generators
- New A/V system throughout – iPad controlled
- Navigation electronics upgraded
- Star Link cellular/internet system installed
- New life rafts (2) installed
- Boarding passarelle rebuilt
Previous Upgrades
- Both main engines (zero-time W-6) rebuilt by FDDA in Fort Lauderdale, FL at a cost of $760k (2013)
- New exterior paint (2013)
- New ABT Trac zero speed/at rest stabilizers (2009)
