€2M price drop on JFA explorer yacht Axantha II

　　The 43 metre explorer motor yacht Axantha II, listed for sale by Maarten Ten Holter at Fraser, has had a €2,000,000 price reduction.

　　Built in aluminium by French yard JFA Yachts to a design by Vripack, she is Bureau Veritas classed and was delivered in 2011. A classic interior in American cherry wood accommodates 11 guests in five cabins consisting of a full-beam master suite, a VIP suite, a double and two twins, all with entertainment centres, LCD television screens and en-suite bathroom facilities. In addition, there are quarters for eight crew.

　　The saloon has very large windows allowing for panoramic views and plenty of natural light, and comes with flooring in natural teak and cream coloured carpets, along with large settees upholstered in blue fabric, a bar with four stools and an icemaker, and an entertainment centre including a Sony flat-screen retractable television. Forward on this yacht for sale is a dining area with seating for eight guests.

　　The main aft deck has an oval table seating 12 guests, a bar, ice maker and sink, and can be sheltered against wind and rain in inclement weather. Two sets of stairs lead down to a broad swim platform. Up on the upper aft deck, more al fresco entertaining and dining is on offer with comfortable couches and chairs, coffee tables and a range of sun loungers.

　　Restful long-range cruising is available via twin 750hp Cummins diesel engines giving her a tremendous range of 8,000 nautical miles at 11.3 knots.

　　Lying in Imperia Oneglia, Italy, Axantha II is now asking €12,900,000.