BETTY

Grand Banks launched BETTY in 2021 with an expansive aft deck that transforms into a private beach club at water level, where hydraulic platforms lower to create an intimate connection with the sea. The 26.58-meter motor yacht's stern opens completely to reveal this aquatic sanctuary, equipped with swim steps that disappear beneath the waterline and side terraces that extend the living space directly over the waves. Three crew members orchestrate seamless service across multiple entertaining zones, from the beach club's casual lounging areas to the upper deck's more formal arrangements. BETTY's 6.75-meter beam provides remarkable stability for guests moving between these waterfront spaces, while the yacht's 99-ton displacement ensures confident handling in various sea conditions. Nine guests find accommodation thoughtfully distributed throughout the vessel, with social areas flowing naturally from the beach club's water-level relaxation zone to elevated vantage points for panoramic ocean views. Grand Banks designed both the naval architecture and interior spaces, creating cohesive environments where the beach club serves as the yacht's social anchor point. The platform's versatility shines during different times of day - morning yoga sessions with feet nearly touching the water, afternoon swimming directly from the yacht's stern, and evening cocktails where the ocean becomes an extension of the living room. BETTY's engineering allows this transformation to happen effortlessly, with the beach club adapting to each charter's preferred relationship with the sea.