American Beauty II is the Hamptons Boat Ride
American Beauty II is a classsic custom built 44 foot Chesapeake deadrise sightseeing and party boat. The Chesapeake deadrise is a powerboat designed to meet the challenges of working the bay. Deadrise refers to a line rising upward from the keel to the chine, which determines the V shape of the bottom of the hull. A boat with “significant deadrise” is a boat with a deeper, sharper V-shaped hull. The V shaped hull can cut through the water with greater ability to efficiently channel the water away as it meets the boats hull. This helps ensure a smooth Hamptons boat ride. As a result, whether it is a private charter, a sunset cruise or our 90 minute nature cruise, American Beauty II is the Hamptons Boat Ride.
If you haven’t noticed, American Beauty II is not a fancy luxury yacht. Built in 1975, it sometimes shows its years. This is especially true towards the end of a bustling season. A workhorse available to serve its guests a safe, smooth, and affordable boat ride to enjoy the beauty of the Peconic Estuary and Sag Harbor.
AMENITIES – American Beauty II amenities include:
- a head (restroom)
- a shaded area for those who need to get out of the sun
- viewing benches along the port side, starboard side, bow, and stern of the boat
- two tables that can be used to handle your food and beverage requirements
- small table is approximately 4 feet x 2 feet
- large table is approximately 4.5 feet x 9 feet
SAFETY – in addition to our annual US Coast Guard safety inspection, the USCG performs a hull inspection every 5 years. Some other safety features of note:
- handicap ramp access
- guard rails at 42 inches high remove the requirement for all passengers to wear life jackets*
- Captain and crew are drug tested annually
- Boat is cleaned and disinfected before every trip per NYS COVID protocol
∗ while life jackets are not required, they are available for anyone who prefers to wear one