The 60 Sunreef Power Eco: A Yacht, But Not as We Know It

Now, I’ve been around the block a few times. I’ve seen cars that can take off vertically, I’ve seen trucks that can tow a house, and I’ve seen busses that, well, they’re busses, they do bus things. But never in all my years have I seen a boat – a yacht, no less – that runs on sunshine and optimism. Until now, that is.

I present to you the 60 Sunreef Power Eco, a yacht that, I promise you, is greener than a vegan's dinner plate at a tree hugging convention.

First things first. You may be wondering, 'is it a bird, is it a plane?' No, it's not Superman either. It's an Eco Yacht. Yes, you heard me right. Eco. Yacht. Two words that, until now, I thought went together about as well as 'Kim Kardashian' and 'Quantum Physics'. But Sunreef Yachts decided to play Noah and paired them together anyway.

This thing, right, runs on solar power. Solar power! The sort of thing that keeps your cheap garden lights twinkling and your calculator running when you forgot the batteries. But now, it’s powering a fully fledged yacht. It’s like harnessing the power of a hamster wheel to run a Ferrari. It shouldn't work, but it does. And it does it surprisingly well.

The 60 Sunreef Power Eco is draped in solar panels, just about everywhere. The roof, the sides, only the railings are left untouched. You’ll be soaking up more sun than a Brit abroad in Benidorm. But that’s not all. If you’re having a bad day with clouds, the sort of day that makes England look like a tropical paradise, there’s a wind turbine to save the day. Yes, a wind turbine. On a boat.

The Sunreef engineers are truly an ambitious bunch, aren't they? They've come up with a propulsion system that marries a hybrid and electric power, and traditional shaft drive. It's like deciding between a pint of lager, a gin and tonic or a good old-fashioned cup of tea. You’re spoiled for choice, really.

And, as if that’s not enough, they’ve managed to stuff it full of luxury. There’s an option for a jacuzzi, if you fancy a soak while your boat drinks in the sun. There’s even a garage for your 'water toys' - because nothing screams eco-friendly like a jet ski.

Now, I’m not saying it’s perfect. The interior looks like someone raided IKEA and then decided to set up camp. But, let’s be honest, if you're looking to buy a yacht that runs on solar power, you're probably more interested in saving the planet than you are about having the fluffiest cushions.

Is it fast? Well, no. But again, that’s not really the point, is it? It’s about as fast as a snail on a sedative, but it’s not trying to be the next speedboat. It’s trying to be the next eco-friendly, sustainable, solar-powered floating palace. And I think it’s fair to say, it’s done a pretty good job.

So, if you fancy taking a trip on the open sea, soaking up the sun, wind in your hair, knowing that you’re leaving nothing behind but a trail of smug satisfaction, then the 60 Sunreef Power Eco might just be the boat for you.

In a world that’s more concerned about the carbon footprint of a cow’s fart than it is about the latest season of Love Island, the 60 Sunreef Power Eco is an unexpected breath of fresh air. Or should I say, a gust of wind energy?

Yes, it's about as fast as continental drift, but that’s not the point. In the world of yachting, the journey matters more than the destination. And, in this case, the journey is whisper-quiet, emission-free, and garnished with the smug self-satisfaction that you're doing your bit to save the planet, one nautical mile at a time.

So, next time you decide to throw a bag full of cash at a yacht, why not throw it at the 60 Sunreef Power Eco? You'll be the talk of the marina, and not just because you'll be the only one arriving without the sound of a diesel engine. It’s a bizarre blend of sustainability and luxury, like drinking organic champagne from a crystal goblet, or eating a veggie burger with gold leaf. It’s absurd, but it’s also absolutely brilliant.

Finally, let's address the whale in the room. No, it's not as fun as a V8 speedboat. There's no roar of the engine, no petrol smell, no thrill of pushing the throttle and feeling like Poseidon himself. But, you know what? I don't think I care.

Because at the end of the day, you're on a yacht. The sun's shining, the champagne's flowing, and the only sound you can hear is the gentle lapping of the waves against the hull. And in that moment, you realise something. You don't need speed. You don't need noise. You just need the open sea, good company, and the knowledge that you're doing it all without leaving a carbon footprint the size of Godzilla's.

So, there you have it. The 60 Sunreef Power Eco. The yacht that’s so green, it makes the Incredible Hulk look positively pasty. It's the future of yachting, whether we like it or not. And you know what? I think I actually do.

Now if you'll excuse me, I'm off to check if the wind's strong enough to make a cup of tea. After all, it's not just yachts that run on renewable energy.