Cherokee
Join adventure yacht Cherokee for expedition sailing around Scotland, Faroe Islands, France and Spain. Offering exhilarating sailing in private cabins with a relaxed and professional crew on hand to show you the ropes.
In 2008, Jouke Lemmer purchased Cherokee after spending years sailing with his father’s ship amongst others. Cherokee was built in 2000 by award-winning boat builders J & J Design and a year after buying her, Jouke refitted Cherokee radically, transforming her into a truly comfortable charter vessel, giving her a cutter rig and space for a generator so as to offer his passengers power and hot showers!
She is a fast, 16m vessel with a stunning teak deck and spacious cockpit, and she operates with two crew members (her skipper and the bosun/chef). Cherokee is exceptionally good at what she was built to do – pure sailing. Read more about what to expect with life onboard here.
Jouke sails his ship all over the northern hemisphere, leaving Cherokee’s home port of Rotterdam in May and sailing anywhere from the Hebrides and the Channel Islands, the Faroe Islands and Ireland or even down to the North coast of Spain before making the journey back to Holland in October. Join him and his wonderful ship for the adventure of a lifetime – think exhilarating sailing, bucket list destinations and top-notch hospitality.
Accommodation
- Number of guest berths : 8
- Number of bathrooms : 2
- Cabin configuration : 3 double cabins, 2 twin cabins
- Smoking policy : Onshore, and when sailing on the leeward side
Particulars
- Builder : J&J Design
- Year built : 2000
- Length overall : 16.5m/54'
- Draft : 2m/6'6"
- Sail Area : TBC
- Number of sails : 3
- Rig : Cutter
- Crew : 2, 3 for crossings
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Are all meals included?
Yes, all meals on board are included in the price. (Breakfast, lunch, dinner and hot drinks)
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Can you cater for dietary needs?
Yes, please let us know when making your booking.
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Are there any added extras?
There's an honesty bar for soft drinks and alcohol.
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What are the sleeping arrangements?
Cherokee has two twin berth cabins and two double berth cabins for guests.
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Is there a porthole in my cabin?
Yes, all cabins have either a hatch or porthole.
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How many toilet/showers does she have?
Cherokee has two toilet/shower rooms.
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Are bedding and towels provided?
All bedding and a towel is included but please bring your own swim towels (if needed). Micro-fibres are a great lightweight, quick-drying alternative.
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Is there a hairdryer on board?
No, please do not bring one. The sea breeze makes a great natural alternative!
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Will I be able to wash my clothes?
No, Cherokee does not have laundry on board.
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Is there heating onboard?
Yes, there is heating on board.
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Do I need to tip the crew?
Tips are not mandatory but are welcomed by the crew!
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What language is spoken on board?
English and Dutch.
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Is there WIFI?
No! It's time to disconnect from the modern tech and reconnect with nature! When within shore range, you should be able to reach 4/5G. Please make sure you have international roaming set up on your data plan.
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Can I charge my phone/Camera?
Yes charging facilities are available when the generator is running.
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What is the currency on board?
Whatever the local currency is in the sailing destination.
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Do I need sailing experience?
Not at all.
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How do I get on and off the boat?
Cherokee is often at anchor so you'll need to be comfortable climbing in and out of the tender dinghy. She has a dropped transom with steps so getting on/off the boat is fairly easy.
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Are there life jackets provided?
Yes.
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Are Waterproofs provided?
You can hire Sailing suits for £35 for the week.
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Does the boat have any water toys?
No.
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Will I be sea sick?
Everyone reacts differently but we recommend if you are at all worried to take some medication 24 hours before departure.
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Is there an age limit?
Over 12's on most voyages, unless stated as family-friendly!
Skipper profile
Jouke Lemmers
Jouke bought Cherokee in 2008 after growing up with classic vessels, and turned her into the ship she is today.
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Life onboard
Cherokee
With a schedule dictated by the elements, Cherokee will utilise her sails as much as possible. Get involved or sit back, and relax.
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The History of
Cherokee
Built in 2000, Cherokee's history is in the making. Be a part of this beautiful yacht's story.
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Destinations
Our range of vessels enables us to offer several destinations all over the globe. Which adventure will you choose?
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Our Fleet
With vessels of all sizes and each with a unique history and construction, there is no shortage of choice for your sailing holiday.
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