About Arcadia
Arcadia works from Torre Annunziata, just south of Naples, looking across to Sorrento and Capri. It describes itself as a boutique yard, and the description fits: output is limited, and each yacht is finished closely around its owner. The company emerged in the late 2000s with a clear design thesis rather than an attempt to compete across every category.
That thesis is visible at a glance. Arcadia's superstructures are dominated by large glazed panels, and on many models photovoltaic cells are built into the glass on the upper deck, helping to cover hotel loads at anchor. Semi-planing composite hulls are designed for efficient cruising rather than outright speed, and interiors are organized to bring daylight and the sea into every living space.
The result is a yacht that feels more like a modern house than a traditional motor yacht. It appeals to owners who spend long, slow days at anchor, who value quiet and light, and who want something distinct from the familiar Italian flybridge. It also suits owners who prefer a quieter, lower-impact way of cruising without giving up comfort or space.
Arcadia yacht models
Arcadia's current range is split into two families.
- A-Series (A80, A85, A96, A105, A115)The glass-walled motor yachts that define the brand, from roughly 24 meters up to its largest model.
- Sherpa (Sherpa 60, Sherpa 80)Smaller, deck-focused yachts with a utilitarian, workboat-inspired look, described by the yard as pocket-sized megayachts.
Arcadia yachts for sale
Arcadia yachts change hands both publicly and privately. There may be no Arcadia in the current Reel Deal Yachts selection, but Daniel can search the wider market, including yachts that are not publicly listed.
Discuss a Arcadia yacht →Buying a Arcadia yacht
Arcadia yachts are unconventional, and a buyer should survey them with that in mind. Large glazed areas require inspection of seals, bonding and any signs of leaks or delamination, and the solar installation should be checked for output, wiring and control systems. The composite hull and machinery deserve the usual thorough survey, along with stabilization, which matters on a yacht meant for long stays at anchor.
Arcadia models are mostly under the size where large crews are required, which keeps operation relatively straightforward, but a professional captain remains usual on the A-Series. Owners typically base them in the Mediterranean, with some wintering in Florida or the Bahamas. Daniel's buying guide covers contract, deposit and survey.
Selling a Arcadia yacht
Because Arcadia's design is so distinctive, its buyers are often looking for exactly that yacht and nothing else. That can shorten the search once the right person is found, but it also means valuation should compare carefully against sold Arcadias and a small set of design-led peers. A private valuation sets out that reasoning.
Photography matters more than usual: the light, the glass and the relationship between inside and outside are the selling points. Daniel can market a yacht quietly or through a worldwide network of cooperating brokers, with the Cannes Yachting Festival and the Palm Beach and Miami shows all natural settings. Service records for solar and electrical systems help buyers feel confident, as does a clear account of any glazing repairs or replacements carried out over the years.
Arcadia new builds
For a new Arcadia, Daniel helps the client consider size, layout and how they intend to use the yacht, then coordinates with the yard, its designers and, where appropriate, an owner's representative. The aim is a clear specification and a build that stays on course.
Why work with Daniel Grant
Daniel is an independent broker at Reel Deal Yachts, working between Miami, New York and Europe. Arcadia owners on either side of the Atlantic have one personal contact, supported by an established brokerage for paperwork and closings.
He listens first, gives a straight assessment and respects confidentiality. There is no obligation in an initial conversation.