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EXPLORE THE US & BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS ABOARD ALTERNATE LATITUDE--ALL INCLUSIVE

 
 
 
Southside yacht rental - Alternate Latitude at anchor
Alternate Latitude at anchor
 
Southside yacht rental - Alternate Latitude at anchor

Alternate Latitude at anchor

40hp dinghy

40hp dinghy

Forward Lounging Area

Forward Lounging Area

Al Fresco dining

Al Fresco dining

Starboard Aft Cabin

Starboard Aft Cabin

Starboard Forward Cabin

Starboard Forward Cabin

Port Forward Cabin

Port Forward Cabin

Galley/kitchen area

Galley/kitchen area

Interior Seating Area

Interior Seating Area

Interior Seating Area

Interior Seating Area

One of the three guest Heads/bathrooms

One of the three guest Heads/bathrooms

Layout of Alternate Latitude, Captain's Cabin is Port Aft

Layout of Alternate Latitude, Captain's Cabin is Port Aft

Captain's Rum Cake

Captain's Rum Cake

Swim with Turtles

Swim with Turtles

Beaches all to yourself

Beaches all to yourself

View from the bow

View from the bow

Full Moon Party at Trellis Bay

Full Moon Party at Trellis Bay

Sunset over Sir Francis Drake Passage

Sunset over Sir Francis Drake Passage

Sunset from Cane Garden Bay

Sunset from Cane Garden Bay

One of the beautiful beaches at Anegada

One of the beautiful beaches at Anegada

Dinghy Dock

Dinghy Dock

Enjoy a Painkiller from Soggy Dollar on Jost Van Dyke

Enjoy a Painkiller from Soggy Dollar on Jost Van Dyke

Nap time

Nap time

Per night (USD) $1,877
Per week $11,949
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps6
  • 3 Bathrooms
Minimum Stay 3 nights
Special Offer! Offshore voyage to St. Lucia Dates: Aug 10, 2013 to Aug 24, 2013

Photos and Description of the Southside vacation yacht rental
3 cabin catamaran, each with their own bathroom

Alternate Latitude is an award-winning 44 foot Voyage Catamaran and Captain Steve has been sailing for over 20 years. He has carefully outfitted Alternate Latitude with a fresh & comfortable exterior & interior, with all new navigational equipment & other electronics, cushions & linens, stereo (MP3’s – yes!) and electric heads (toilets) in all bathrooms. You will experience the security of a qualified Captain, local knowledge and flair on a comfortable & recently updated beautiful sailing vessel.

Alternate Latitude offers 3 queen staterooms, each with own bathroom. The boat comes outfitted with toys aplenty, with 2 stand-up paddle boards, snorkel equipment for the whole gang, floaties & even a tube to pull behind the 5-passenger, 40 horse-power Zodiac dingy. Travel to multiple Caribbean islands via your own personal charter & visit coves & islands that you couldn’t easily get to if you stayed in a hotel without paying for all the extra travel costs (ferries, taxis, etc.).

Wake up to a breakfast of fresh local fruit & home-made treats from Chef Deb, then either jump in the sea for a refreshing swim/snorkel or take a hike on the trails that lead you to historical spots complete with amazing views. A light & healthy lunch will await you back on the boat – after that is a perfect time for an afternoon nap in the shade or chasing turtles on one of the stand-up paddle boards. Wind up the day with a little happy hour before a sumptuous dinner under the stars or opt for the delicious local West Indian fare at places such as Foxy’s or The Bitter End.

Alternate Latitude offers 3 kinds of charters – Captain only, half-board or all-inclusive:

See VRBO Listing #475004 for Captain only pricing.

For the Captain only option, Steve & Deb will take care of sailing the boat and will arrange an itinerary with you that meet your requirements taking into account weather, feasibility etc. You will be responsible for provisioning, cooking and cleaning. It’s a way to save money on your charter and experience a relaxed, casual sailing vacation. All toys and amenities included, so you enjoy the comfort and amenities of a crewed yacht without the expense of gourmet cuisine or the limitation of dining on board. Extra costs on Captain only charters are provisions (food and drinks) for your group and the captain, fuel, ice, local permits, customs & immigration, mooring balls, fuel, water – basically anything but the boat & captain/crew.

Captain Only Rates, per week: 2-4 pax = $5,500, 5-6 pax = $6,000

The half-board option includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners - Beer & wine are included. Chef Deb will work with you to create a menu that fits your preferred pallets & diets.

Half-board: 2-4 pax = $9,000, 5-6 pax = $10,000

The all-inclusive option is just that - all meals & a full bar. Don’t worry about a thing.

All-inclusive: 2-4 pax = $10,500, 5-6 pax = $11,950

*** For both half-board & all-inclusive options, all extra costs & fees as listed in the captain only option are included.

Charters are typically for 7 nights and can start and end on any day convenient to you and the yacht’s availability.

We can pick up and drop off in the US or BVI so when looking for flights check them both.

Xmas & New Years add 10% - 7 day minimum.

Last minute charters? You bet. If our calendar is open, and you are ready to vacation within the next 2 weeks, ask about our last minute booking special!

Alternate Latitude welcomes broker inquiries!

We are a member of the Virgin Islands Charter Yacht League, and Flagship VI.

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About Steve Schlosser

Steve holds a 100 ton USCG Masters License. He has 20 years sailing experience, he spent 14 years racing in and around Galveston bay, mostly on J24s but also on J22s, J105s and J109s. He has crossed the gulf of Mexico seven times and in 2011 alone put just over 10,000 sea miles under his keel while sailing solo from Texas to the Virgin Islands as well as completing a few deliveries. Prior to buying Alternate Latitude he owned a variety of boats including everything from a Sunfish to a Tayana 37.

He has owned several successful small businesses, he spent 12 years as a financial planner, then in 2003, he and one of his best friends started a medical equipment business. Seven years later he took off on an open ended cruise, however, missing his better half Deb, he decided it was time to figure out a way to get her to join him. The charter plan was hatched. He will provide Captain only charters until she can make it down here.

Steve loves the outdoors and is looking forward to sharing his love of sailing and the water with you.

When available Deb will be joining us to help make your vacation extra special.

Deb was born & raised in Brownsville TX, and grew up on the beach with a strong love for water. At 25, she bought a one-way ticket to the USVI and found her calling in all things natural, especially food. After discovering eco-culture & a healthy, fresh diet at Maho Bay Camps, Deb worked for 15 years first with Whole Foods Market and then with the top natural products and brands in the world. She kept sneaking back to the Caribbean on vacations to sail (her other love) and crossed paths with Steve. A dream was born to encompass the love for all things natural while creating tropical adventures on the water. Deb brings 20 years of natural foods experience to the table, with a fresh & gourmet spin on a fun, festive vacation menu that you can feel good about. Organic produce, local baked goods & fresh, local fish when available.

Steve Schlosser purchased this yacht in 2011
Why Steve Schlosser chose Southside

We love sailing in the US and British Virgin islands, the Islands are close together and well protected. Having the ability to move easily from one island to the next via Alternate Latitude will enhance your vacation(no ferries, packing and unpacking).

From the boat you can do it all, whether you want to snorkel, hike, explore or just sit back and relax.

What makes this yacht unique

Alternate Latitude sails everyday for a few hours, it doesn't take long to get to the next island. Each island offers a new adventure, whether you are looking for quiet family anchorages or the party spot, the Virgin Islands have what you are looking for and we would love to show it to you.

Southside yacht rental - Alternate Latitude at anchor

Alternate Latitude at anchor

40hp dinghy

40hp dinghy

Forward Lounging Area

Forward Lounging Area

Al Fresco dining

Al Fresco dining

Starboard Aft Cabin

Starboard Aft Cabin

Starboard Forward Cabin

Starboard Forward Cabin

Port Forward Cabin

Port Forward Cabin

Galley/kitchen area

Galley/kitchen area

Interior Seating Area

Interior Seating Area

Interior Seating Area

Interior Seating Area

One of the three guest Heads/bathrooms

One of the three guest Heads/bathrooms

Layout of Alternate Latitude, Captain's Cabin is Port Aft

Layout of Alternate Latitude, Captain's Cabin is Port Aft

Captain's Rum Cake

Captain's Rum Cake

Swim with Turtles

Swim with Turtles

Beaches all to yourself

Beaches all to yourself

View from the bow

View from the bow

Full Moon Party at Trellis Bay

Full Moon Party at Trellis Bay

Sunset over Sir Francis Drake Passage

Sunset over Sir Francis Drake Passage

Sunset from Cane Garden Bay

Sunset from Cane Garden Bay

One of the beautiful beaches at Anegada

One of the beautiful beaches at Anegada

Dinghy Dock

Dinghy Dock

Enjoy a Painkiller from Soggy Dollar on Jost Van Dyke

Enjoy a Painkiller from Soggy Dollar on Jost Van Dyke

Nap time

Nap time

Nearest Ferry : Several that travel throughout the Virgin Islands at 2 Miles
Car: not necessary
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Rental Rates for this vacation yacht rental in Southside, Virgin Islands

Special Offer! Offshore voyage to St. Lucia

Special Offer From:
Dates Aug 10, 2013 to Aug 24, 2013

Experience the Caribbean Aboard Alternate Latitude as we sail from the USVI to St. Lucia. Departing USVI August 10, expected arrival in St. Lucia August 24 with stops along the way. There are two cabins available at a rate of $4,000 U.S. per week, double occupancy. Or, $7,000 U.S. for both weeks per cabin. This is all inclusive, more info here: http://www.usvicatamaran.com/sail-to-st-lucia.html

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Base Rate
$1,877
$11,949
3 nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

$1450 discount for weekly charter of groups of 4 or less.

Rates are subject to change until your reservation is confirmed.

Cancellation Policy

Policy available by contacting owner when booking.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation yacht rental in Southside, Virgin Islands

Property Type:
  • yacht
Meals:
  • Catering available
  • Breakfast - Booking Possible
  • Lunch - Booking Possible
  • Dinner - Booking Possible
Location Type:
  • Beach View
  • Beachfront
Theme:
  • Adventure
  • Away From It All
  • Family
  • Sports & Activities
  • Tourist Attractions
  • Historic
  • Romantic
General:
  • Hair Dryer
  • Internet ...
    On board internet service
  • Telephone ...
    Most cell phones will work in USVI and BVI. *** HOWEVER BVI cell phone service can cost $3.00 per minute or more.
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Air Conditioning ...
    Each cabin has their own Air Conditioning that can run off the generator or shore power.
Kitchen:
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Pantry Items
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • Dining ...
    2 dining areas, inside or in the cockpit
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Forward Starboard - toilet , shower , Electric head
    Aft Starboard - toilet , shower , Electric Head
    Forward Port - toilet , shower , Electric Head
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
  • Aft Starboard - 1 queen
    Forward Starboard - 1 queen
    Forward Port - 1 queen
  • Aft Starboard, Queen
Entertainment:
  • Video Library
  • Stereo
  • Music Library ...
    Over 10,000 songs
  • Games
  • Books ...
    Both paper and Kindle books
  • Toys
Outside:
  • Deck / Patio
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Boat
  • Water Sports Gear ...
    2 Stand up paddle boards, snorkel gear, floats, tube to pull behind dinghy, life jackets, beach games, rendezvous SCUBA, etc
Suitability:
  • children welcome ...
    Must be able to swim
  • smoking allowed ...
    Smoking allowed on the back deck only.
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • pets not allowed
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
    Must be at least 18 years old
Onsite Services:
  • Private Chef
Attractions:
  • duty free shops
  • marina
  • ruins
  • restaurants
  • health/beauty spa
  • museums
Leisure Activities:
  • beachcombing
  • eco tourism
  • paddle boating
  • scenic drives
  • walking
  • whale watching
  • shopping
  • sight seeing
  • boating
  • shelling
  • wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • massage therapist
  • medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • deepsea fishing
  • pier fishing
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • snorkeling
  • sound/bay fishing
  • surf fishing
  • water tubing
  • kayaking
  • sailing
  • water skiing
  • jet skiing
  • swimming
  • snorkeling/diving
  • surfing
  • wind-surfing
  • fishing

Reviews for this vacation yacht rental in Southside, Virgin Islands

Explore the US & British Virgin Islands aboard Alternate Latitude--All Inclusive
average rating of 5.0 based on 7 reviews
business
Explore the US & British Virgin Islands aboard Alternate Latitude--All Inclusive
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p462928vb
713-817-3898
Home Port: St. Thomas US Virgin Islands USVI
5

Could not have gone better!

5 of 5
Submitted: May 22, 2013 Stayed: May 2013
Most people review when either the experience is exceptionally amazing, or horrendously terrible. So here is my review: Steve was fantastic on all levels, and his ship was ideal for our family trip :)

Do I recommend Alternate Latitude in the hands of Captain Steve? Without a doubt! My father in his broken English couldn't wait before the end of the trip to ask Steve to book us for a week next year. We will be back!

Steve took care of everything for us (including groceries) before we even got on board. He asked us what we were interested in doing and recommended a great itinerary around the USVI. He was very knowledgeable and accommodating.

Perfect trip. Seriously, we travel a lot but never felt truly at home... Do it!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Explore the US & British Virgin Islands aboard Alternate Latitude--All Inclusive
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p462928vb
713-817-3898
Home Port: St. Thomas US Virgin Islands USVI
Houston
5

Beautiful Expirience

5 of 5
Submitted: April 29, 2013 Stayed: April 2013
Captain Steve was excellent in catering to creating 'our trip', we were not rushed, we were offered many many options for what we would like to Expirience and allowed the freedom to change our minds as we got more on 'island time.' Swimming with sea turtles, fine dining in remote spots, grilling lobster on the boat. We just left and are figuring out when we are going back.

Excellent stress relief for my over worked husband ( plus wifi so he could still be in contact when he needed)

I was surprised by how well we slept in the our cabin. (We were concerned, used to a king size bed and temp set on 72 at home. ) We were not hot nor cramped.

All in All -INCREDIBLE vacation And WONDERFUL CAPTAIN!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
business
Explore the US & British Virgin Islands aboard Alternate Latitude--All Inclusive
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p462928vb
713-817-3898
Home Port: St. Thomas US Virgin Islands USVI
Houston
5

Great time on Alternate Latitude

5 of 5
Submitted: April 27, 2013 Stayed: March 2013
Great charter! Captain Steve really took care of us. Boat is in excellent shape and well suited for adventure. Setup is perfect for 3 couples, each stateroom has its own (head/toilet/watercloset), so plenty of privacy. We got to see all the usual BVI stops but also a few others off the main radar (for example, snorkeling in the Dog Islands) If you can afford it, fly in to Beef Island and you'll be picked up at the beach. We flew into St Thomas (typically cheaper) and it was a short taxi ride to the dock. Bring softsided luggage for ease of stowage onboard. Follow the adventures on Facebook search "Alternate Latitude" Forget the cruise ships, this is the way to see the BVIs!
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
business
Explore the US & British Virgin Islands aboard Alternate Latitude--All Inclusive
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p462928vb
713-817-3898
Home Port: St. Thomas US Virgin Islands USVI
Texas
5

First Class charter on Alternate Latitude

5 of 5
Submitted: April 24, 2013 Stayed: March 2013
I don’t usually do reviews, but have to make an exception for this. This was the best vacation we ever had! We’ve done bareboating in the BVI numerous times. This was our first time with a captain. Steve was a very gracious host and an extremely knowledgeable captain. Our group consisted of four very experienced sailors and two who had never sailed before. All of us had a GREAT time!

From the moment we were picked up in St. Thomas, to spending a day in St. John, thru checking in at Jost Van Dyke, and cruising thru the BVI-including Anegada, everything was stress and worry free. Steve arranged everything according to our schedule and wants. He showed us some anchorages and snorkeling spots we’d never have known about on a bareboat charter. We preferred to eat ashore most evenings, and Steve introduced us to some fantastic little out of the way eateries that we hadn’t been to before.

A few highlights:
Tarpon under the Alternate Latitude fish lights
Swimming to Soggy Dollar bar for pain killers (hint: take shoes if you plan to walk over the hill to Ivans!)
Roti at Trellis Bay
Rubbing elbows with the super-yachts
Alone at the bubbly pool
Alone at Buck Island
Pizza delivery from Foxy’s Taboo
Conch fritters and bushwhackers at Cow Wreck
Face-to-face with tarpon at Monkey Point
Sailing Lasers at Bitter End
Spinnaker run from Anegada
Ribs, pirates, and blues at Pirates Bight
Closing down the Willy T

One of the many highlights was snorkeling with the turtles at Buck Island. We arrived in the morning and were the only people there. After a couple of hours we’d had our fill of turtles, rays, barracuda, puffer fish, etc. and were on the boat drying off enjoying a cool beverage. Real paradise. Then excursion boats from the cruise ships in St. Thomas started arriving, and within minutes the anchorage was filled with about 200 (well at least 100+) “snorkeling” tourists with their noodles. They were everywhere. As Steve expertly piloted us away from the onslaught, we were grateful we had the one-on-one time with the turtles.
Another highlight for us experienced sailors (although Steve probably wouldn’t want me to mention this – sorry Steve) was flying the spinnaker from Anegada all the way to Norman Island. That’s something you would never get to do on a bareboat.
I would highly recommend an Alternate Latitude charter for both first-time and experienced sailors. We had both and would all do it again.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Explore the US & British Virgin Islands aboard Alternate Latitude--All Inclusive
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p462928vb
713-817-3898
Home Port: St. Thomas US Virgin Islands USVI
5

Great Captain Lovely Boat

5 of 5
Submitted: April 12, 2013 Stayed: November 2012
Steve is a very knowledgeable and experienced Captain, as well as a great host. The boat is a very nice and capable cruiser, very stable, and fast!, plus you can go places that bare boat charters cannot! Highly recommend both Steve and S/V Alternate Latitude.
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