| ID 2605 |
REF h1 |
Length: 33' |
Year: 1970 |
Location: Caribbean |
Price: $129,500 |
| Hull Material: Fiberglass |
Total HP: 315 |
Details:
Webbers Cove 33 Classic Launch for Sale - Yanmar 315 HP
1970 33' Classic Caribbean Launch - Former David Rockefeller Estate Launch - Saint-Barthélemy
Some boats are defined by their builder.
Some by their design.
Very few are defined by the lives they served.
ALIZE X is one of those rare vessels.
For decades, this classic 33-foot launch quietly transported one of America's most distinguished families between the Port of Gustavia and one of the Caribbean's most celebrated private estates--the secluded Grand Colombier residence of David Rockefeller.
Today, accompanied by multiple signed historical attestations and official French registration records, ALIZE X represents an opportunity to own a documented piece of Saint-Barthélemy history.
A Remarkable Provenance
According to multiple signed witness statements from former Saint-Barthélemy public officials, longtime island residents, and the former Director of the Port of Gustavia, ALIZE X served as the private launch for David Rockefeller's Grand Colombier estate.
During the Rockefeller family's ownership, the estate was accessible almost exclusively by sea. ALIZE X reportedly carried David Rockefeller, members of his family, guests, and estate personnel between Gustavia Harbor and the estate's private landing.
The vessel remained associated with the property until ownership of the estate changed, eventually passing through subsequent owners before being acquired by the present owner.
Copies of these signed attestations accompany the vessel.
The Rockefeller Estate
David Rockefeller purchased the first parcels comprising the Grand Colombier estate in 1957 and ultimately assembled approximately 130 acres overlooking the Caribbean Sea.
Designed by renowned architect Nelson Aldrich, the residence became one of the most iconic private homes in the Caribbean. Accessible only by boat for many years, it served as the Rockefeller family's secluded island retreat for decades.
In 2023, the estate sold privately for approximately $136 million, reported as the highest residential sale ever recorded in Saint-Barthélemy and among the most significant transactions in Caribbean real estate history.
The current owner acquired ALIZE X in 2010 directly from Steve and Linda Horn, who had previously acquired the Grand Colombier estate from David Rockefeller. Prior to assembling the vessel's provenance file, the owner independently sought builder records from Webber's Cove to further document the boat's history, reflecting a long-standing effort to authenticate the vessel's connection with the Rockefeller estate.
ALIZE X is one of the few surviving tangible connections to that remarkable chapter of island history.
Supporting Documentation
The vessel is accompanied by documentation including:
Official French registration records
Multiple signed historical attestations
Statements from former municipal officials
Statement from the former Director of the Port of Gustavia
Chain-of-history connecting the vessel with the Rockefeller estate
While historical production records from Webber's Cove Boatyard are no longer available, former boatyard owner Matt Cousins recalled this vessel from childhood. In correspondence with the present owner, he stated that his parents traveled to Saint-Barthélemy after the boat was accidentally dropped during unloading from the transport ship, requiring approximately two weeks of structural repairs before delivery to the Rockefeller estate. Mr. Cousins also recalled that the vessel had been built specifically for the Rockefeller family.
Professional maintenance records
Mechanical service invoices exceeding €21,000 completed between 2022 and 2024
Specifications
1970 33' x 10.5' Webbers Cove Classic Launch
315hp Yanmar 4LHA-STE Diesel
Approximately 504 Hours
Polyester Hull
Located in Saint-Barthélemy, French West Indies
Mechanical
315hp Yanmar 4LHA-STE Diesel
Approx. 504 Hours
Cruise 13-14 knots
Maximum 18 knots
270 Gallons Fuel
Open / Closed Cooling System
Recent Mechanical Investment
Documented professional maintenance includes:
New Turbocharger
New Starter
Cooling System Rebuild
New Heat Exchanger
New Aftercooler
New Cutless Bearing
Transmission Service
Engine Alignment
Four New Optima Batteries
Fuel System Service
Sea Trials Completed
Professional invoices totaling more than €21,000 available.
Accommodations & Equipment
Two Berths
Enclosed Cabin
Head
Electric Windlass
Stainless Anchor
Lowrance GPS
VHF Radio
Depth Sounder
Stereo
Four Rod Holders
Searchlight
Twin Aluminum Fuel Tanks
Fresh Water Tanks
Electric Bilge Pumps
More Than a Boat
Collectors often search for provenance that can never be recreated.
Unlike a replica or restoration, historical provenance exists only once.
ALIZE X occupies a unique place in the history of Saint-Barthélemy, combining classic American boatbuilding with documented service to one of the Caribbean's most distinguished private estates.
Whether appreciated as an elegant harbor launch, a classic island cruiser, or a historically significant vessel, ALIZE X offers an ownership opportunity that extends well beyond her specifications.
Included with the Vessel
Historical provenance file
Signed witness attestations
Official French registration documents
Professional maintenance records
Mechanical invoices
Ownership documentation
Broker's Note
In more than two decades of representing distinctive vessels, it is uncommon to encounter a boat whose documented history materially enhances its significance. ALIZE X is offered not only as a capable and professionally maintained classic launch, but as a vessel with a compelling and well-supported connection to one of Saint-Barthélemy's most iconic private estates.Contact Brokers
Disclaimer: ALL DETAILS BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT BUT WITHOUT GUARANTEE - VESSEL OFFERED, AS IS, WHERE IS, SUBJECT TO PRIOR SALE, PRICE CHANGE, OR WITHDRAWAL WITHOUT NOTICE |
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