Christensen 161' 2009

CARTE BLANCHE was delivered by Christensen Shipyard in 2009. Her sleek exterior styling executed by the highly experienced in-house Christensen design & engineering team, combined with an interior décor by Carol Williamson & Associates, have created a world class oceangoing motor yacht equipped with 6 luxurious staterooms. 

CARTE BLANCHE can comfortably accommodate up to 15 guests in six staterooms. The full beam Master Suite is located forward on the Main Deck and is complete with his and hers bathrooms as well as a private study. There is a full width VIP Suite together with four guest staterooms below, all fitted with en-suite bathrooms. Other features include a helipad, an elevator to all four decks, a generous selection of toys and experienced crew of 9.

MAIN DECK:

The main aft deck has a large banquette table aft that has an opening down the center and free-standing chairs. On the forward port side is a full-service bar with three stools and television fitted on the aft bulk head. On starboard side are stairs leading up to the bridge deck aft.

Entering through the double doors into the main salon, the windows on port and starboard side are very large, nearly floor to ceiling, offering expansive views and natural light. Forward in a center cabinet is a pop-up television which can easily be tucked away when not in use. Moving forward on the open plan you arrive at the dining area designed to accommodate twelve persons. To starboard is the main foyer entrance where the elevator and stairs lead to both the Upper and Lower Decks. Further forward, you enter the main deck master suite.

The main deck galley is well designed for both a master chef and plenty of space for service preparation.

MASTER SUITE:

On entering the Master Suite, you pass through the private office. Going forward, this huge suite is comprised of two extra large walk-in closets, a chaise lounge on starboard and make-up vanity on port side. The room is tastefully elegant with king size bed, light colored fabrics and very large windows bringing in natural ambiance. His and her en-suite bathrooms forward are fitted with a solid marble jacuzzi bath tub on her side and shower on his side. A personal washer/dryer has been added to 'Her" closet for personal use.

LOWER DECK:

On the lower deck, guests will be sure to be impressed by the full beam VIP suite along with four additional guest staterooms. Each stateroom has its own en-suite bathroom and shower. The VIP boasts a gorgeous marble bath and shower as well. The two forward Twin staterooms have pullman berths. All interior areas are finished in classic mahogany. In the lower foyer is the stairwell and elevator landing to starboard. To port across from the elevator is a service area with drink refrigerator, wet bar and linen storage.

BRIDGE DECK:

Going up the stairs or by taking the elevator you arrive at the bridge deck foyer, which is located between the pilot house and sky lounge. 

Aft of the foyer is the sky lounge. With a large television, oversized L-shaped couch and sunk-in full service bar with seating for six, the skylounge is sure to be the guests 2nd favorite gathering area after the Sun Deck. A gaming table is located in the back of the room convenient for a relaxing game of cards or family board games.

Going out the double doors of the skylounge, is the bridge deck aft alfresco dining area, with seating for twelve. Port side forward is a small wet bar and on starboard side are stairs leading up to the Sundeck. This deck is full walk around, all the way to the foredeck sun bed in front of the pilot house.

Outside forward of the pilot house is in the Portuguese bridge area and a forward-facing sun-pad.

SUN DECK:

The spacious sun deck offers a variety of options for al fresco lounging in and out of the sun. The full service bar, port side U-shaped dinette and center section are protected from the sun. All the way forward on port side is a large Jacuzzi surrounded by sun beds on either side. The aft deck space is equipped with chaise lounges for the those looking to enjoy the sun. This deck is accessed via the stairs on the starboard side leading up from Bridge Deck or via the elevator on starboard side forward. A BBQ grill is conveniently located on the sun deck.

CARTE BLANCHE 161' Christensen 2009/2023

Key Features:

• Strong Christensen Build
• Fiberglass Construction
• Transatlantic Range
• Touch and Go Helipad
• Elevator to all Four Decks
• Top End Overhaul in 2018
• Total Rebuild on Generators 2021
• Quantum Zero Speed Stabilizers
• Sleeps 15 Guests in 6 Staterooms, ALL DOUBLES!
• Full-Beam On-Deck Master Ensuite with Private Office
• Full-Beam VIP Ensuite
• Teak Decks
• Huge Swim Platform/Beach Club
• At Anchor Stabilizers
• Engine & Generator Upgrades in 2020
• Luxurious Outdoor Space Throughout
• Interior Refreshed in 2018/2023
• Wheelchair Friendly

ENGINES:

MTU 12V400 - Top End Overhaul September 2018 5900hrs

• Port: 9,107
• Stbd: 9,107

GENERATORS:

x3 C-32 CAT Generators

• Port: 99kW
• Stbd: 99kW
• Aft: 65kW

Total GENSET Rebuild on Port (13,545) and Starboard (13,616) 2021. 

• Aft: 2,041 (January 2025)
• Port: 3,207
• Stbd:1,920

Refit completed in October 2019 includes the following upgrades along with engine and generator upgrades and additional in October 2023:

REFIT/MAINTENANCE DETAILS 

• Carpeting throughout
• Window valances & drapes throughout
• Chairs, artwork and light fixtures in main salon formal dining room
• Custom designed linens in all stateroom
• Reupholstered wall panels in both day heads
• Art work and reupholstered wall panels and headboards in Master and VIP staterooms
• New and reupholstered furniture in sky lounge 
• Sinks and marble counter tops in main deck aft bar and on sun deck

AV & DECK FACILITIES:

TV’s

• 2 x 40” Samsung TV, Bridge deck aft and Main deck aft 
• 55' Sony TV on Sundeck
• 5 x 43” Sony TV, Guest Cabins and Sky bar
• 3 x 55” Sony TV, Master, Main salon and VIP 
• 1 x 65” Sony TV, Sky Lounge 

OTHER EQUIPMENT

• Sat TV, Kaleidoscope movies
• Apple Air Play music
• iPad Remotes ALL Boat (new 2023)
• 1 x Xbox 1S - Skylounge 
• 3 x Apple TV, Owners cabin, Salon and Sky Lounge 
• 1 x Crestron Pro 3 control processor 
• 5 x Marantz 1608 receivers 
• 10 x Marantz 1508 receivers 

 *All new equipment now in High Definition

COMMUNICATIONS

• SATcom - KVH Inmarsat Broadband TracPhone FB500
• Mini VSAT - TracPhone V7
• Telephone System - Panasonic KX-TAN 848
• Internet - Viasat dish + x2 Starlink Maritime Flat Panels
• Kerio System Upgrage - November 2023

ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT

• Apple TV
• iPad Remote – Entire Boat (Upgraded New 2023)
• iPod Dock - Entire Boat (Upgraded New 2023)
• Compass - Magnetic and Gyro - Anschutz Gyrosphere - New November 2024
• X2 Computers
• Depthsounder
• X3 GPS
• B&G Log-Speedometer
• Navigation Center
• X2 Autopilot
• Anschutz Pilotstar (Primary)
• Simrad (Secondary)
• X4 Plotters
• X2 Timezero
• X2 Garmin GPS19x NMEA 2000
• X2 Furuno S and X Band
• X3 VHF Radios
• x3 Handheld VHF Radios
• Repeater – Anschutz
• B&G Wind Speed and Direction
• Satellite Comm

EXTERIOR FEATURES

• Quantum Zero Speed Stabilizers
• Cockpit Shower
• Davit
• Hydraulic Gangway
• Liferaft
• X2 Tenders
• Passerelle
• Swimming Ladder
• Teak Cockpit
• Elevator to all 4 Decks

FITNESS & WELLNESS

• Beach Club
• Exercise Equipment
• Hot Tub/Jacuzzi
• Cold Plunge
• Yoga Equipment

TOYS

• X1 2021 20' Nautique GS20 Wakeboat (complete engine overhaul Dec 2024)
• X1 2017 18' Hells Bay Marquesa with Yamaha 150hp engine
• X2 Yamaha GP1800R SVHO Waverunners - trailers for all
• X2 F5 SR Seabobs
• X2 eFoils (LIFT)
• X4 (GO Cycles)
• X6 full sets dive gear
• Bauer dive compressor

*Exclusion list will be given upon request.

Listing MLS by Yachtr.com