Little Compton, RI
Newport, RI
Block Island, RI
and other ports of call
in southern New
England
Sakonnet Charters is  now
booking for 2012  in southern
New England.  
Call  us at
(401)474-2405  for more information
and reservations,
or you can e-mail Bob or Barbara  at
saileclipse@cox.net
Sakonnet Charters Background

At Sakonnet Charters, we specialize in creating memorable New England
sailing adventures aboard our captained and crewed yachts.  Let us create a
wonderful memory for you and someone special.   
See a sample menu here.
We specialize in day sails, weekend or 2-3 day cruises for couples aboard our
59 foot Hinckley sloop, but we can customize a boating experience for you-
from an afternoon sail to a week along the New England coast, or even a
combination charter fishing/ sailing excursion with our partner fishing boat.

Now booking for the 2011 season in the waters around
Newport, Rhode Island
 and southern New England.  We also sell custom Gift Certificates!

Newport Custom Sail Charter adventures- for day trips,
customize a New England sailing adventure for you.
Sailing out of Sakonnet Harbor,  Little Compton, or we
can depart from Middletown or
Newport*, Rhode Island.   
Day sails, sunset sails, or weekend sails are our
specialty.  
Some popular nearby destinations:



Daytrips:
Newport, RI:
Newport  near Mansions, Castle Hill Lighthouse, Rose Island
Lighthouse, Jazz and international music festivals
Mackeral Cove, Jamestown
Middletown's Third Beach
(stop and swim)
Cuttyhunk Island, MA

Overnights:
Block Island, RI
Cuttyhunk, MA
Elizabethan Islands, MA
Martha's Vineyard, MA
Newport, RI

Multi-day excursions:
Block Island
Cape Cod
Long Island Sound and Islands
Martha's Vineyard
Nantucket


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We offer a full range of customization to make your sail something to always
treasure-  your choice of fresh flowers, chocolates, or fruit, or your own special
touches can all be arranged. In addition, we can help arrange off-boat adventures
during your visit with us. Make any special occasion more memorable with a
sailing excursion.  A romantic way to celebrate a special birthday, anniversary,
honeymoon or make a wedding proposal. Call us today!
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Combination Charter Fishing/Sailing Packages
Romantic sunset cruises
Corporate Team Building Events
Lobster or other Dinner Cruise
or other custom sailing charters!

Currently chartering out of Sakonnet Harbor in Little Compton (across from the
Newport area), or Middletown,  Rhode Island and other ports in Southern New
England.
Sakonnet Charters  is fully licensed and insured.  Our captain holds
current USCG 100 Ton Master's license with sail and commercial
towing endorsements and is certified in American Red Cross First Aid
and CPR.  Our vessel is equipped with all required US Coast Guard
safety equipment.
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Need Directions to our Home Port
(Sakonnet Harbor in Little Compton)?

Note: by arrangement, we can pick up in
many locations in southern New England,
including Newport. *Extra Fees may apply.
Hinckley 59 yacht
"E
clipse"
The cockpit of Eclipse, in Newport Harbor- a luxury charter sailing yacht
The Hinckley 59 Eclipse sailing in front of the Newport Bridge, Newport, Ri
Sailing on a 59 foot Hinckley yacht is a relaxing experience.
Enjoy sailing at sunset in Newport, RI area.
Sail past the Sakonnet Lighthouse, near Newport RI area.
Enjoy RI sailing on a luxury classic 59'
Hinckley yacht.
Check out this great article on projo.com:  June 19, 2010
More than 180 boats set sail in Newport Bermuda Race
http://www.projo.com/news/content/BERMUDA_RACE_06-19-10_AMITUOV_v21.15aaadf.html
Learn more about Ocean Acidification and how to help protect our oceans.  
http://www.g-eos.com/2010/03/2010-newport-to-bermuda-race.html
Check out www.youtube.com/bermudarace
Montage # 5  We are sail # 5906
Photo of Eclipse in Newport to Bermuda Race
We had a fabulous time in the 2010 Newport to Bermuda Race.  
There were 183 sailboats in this race of all sizes and
classifications. We were in Division CD-11.  We want to thank
those who sent messages as you followed our progress on the
www.iboattrack.com   "Progress Board."  We all had a fun,
relaxing time, during the race and return trip.
We ended up fifth in cruising division (CD-11)  as well as winning
a first prize in the William Glenn Family Participation Cruiser
Division.  
Click here to see some photos of
NEWPORT-BERMUDA RACE 2010
Barbara & Bob,
Thanks so much for everything.  We had a fabulous time with you on the
Bermuda trip.  What a beautiful boat, great food, and great company.  
Keep in touch!
V & J, July 2010
At Sakonnet Charters we specialize in personalizing our charters to fit your needs.  We can do
luncheon cruises from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. which includes a light breakfast, and a gourmet
luncheon for you and your party. Or you can book a dinner cruise with us from about 4:00 p.m.* to
sunset. (Time varies as season changes to about 3:00 p.m in September and October.)  The dinner
cruise includes appetizers and a gourmet dinner for you and your companions. Soft beverages are
included on all charters.  We have a BYOB policy for alcoholic beverages   We leave out of  
Sakonnet Point in Little Compton, RI.  If that is not convenient, Third Beach Boat Ramp in
Middletown, RI is a great pick up and drop off point.  We will pick up in Newport, RI or other ports
by arrangement, but there may be an extra fee involved.  

Some of our popular destinations for Day cruises are Mackeral Cove or Dutch Harbor in
Jamestown, RI.,  A sail around the Newport area, passing by the Newport Mansions, or to visit
Newport Harbor area is also popular.  A trip to the quiet island, Cuttyhunk Island, MA. is a nice
reprieve from the hectic world we live in.   All of our charters include our licensed captain and
crew and all meals and soft beverages are included.

Why go bareboat when you can be waited on in luxury all day long?    You don't have to worry
about  food preparation, doing dishes or cleaning of any kind.  You just sit and relax and enjoy
your sail and visit with your company.  If you like to take the helm for a bit, Captain Bob will gladly
allow you.  We'll even take your photos for you, if you like.

Overnight trips (two days of sailing) can go to Newport, Jamestown, Cuttyhunk, Oak Bluffs, Vineyard
Haven, Edgartown, Woods Hole, Menemsha, or Block Island.
For longer excursions we can take you to Nantucket, MA or Noank, CT, or Montauck, NY. to stop off
at the famous
Gosman's Dock.  These are ideas, but you are not limited to these.  Call us with your
thoughts and we will  arrange it, if possible.  

This is your vacation or mini-vacation. Sit back relax, and enjoy your sailing customized excursion
 You deserve it!  .
Gift certificates make great  
birthday or Valentine's Day gifts!
 
For that person who loves an adventure, a
Sakonnet Charters gift certificate makes a
wonderful surprise and warm thoughts to
wish away the winter season.
Now booking the summer 2012 season.
See our  videos of Bermuda race.  
Look up Sakonnet Charters  page on
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Want sailing lessons?
Captain Sarah invites you for a sailing adventure aboard
Ariels Song!
www.ariels-song.com
Sarah Cavanagh was a member of the 1995 all women’s
Americas Cup team and has over 40 years experience on
the water in both sail and power boats, racing and
cruising. She can teach you to sail.  
If a sailing lesson charter is what you are looking for,
then visit her web site today.
Want to pick a beautiful flowering plant or
vegetables for your garden?  Visit Sakonnet Garden
Center.  The knowledgeable staff will help you
choose the right plants for your needs.  
www.sakonnetgardensri.com
Newport to Bermuda Race 2012?  

The http://www.thechanler.com/, Newport, RI
A historic, luxury, European-styled boutique hotel,
The Chanler at Cliff Walk boasts the best ocean view
in Newport, Rhode Island. This oceanfront New
England luxury hotel is only steps from Easton's
Beach and a mile from downtown Newport. Offering
discerning travelers a glimpse of Newport's Golden
Age, it is the first historic mansion and only hotel
located on the famous Cliff Walk of Newport, Rhode
Island.
"Thank you so much for a lovely sail last week.  The
Eclipse is gorgeous, the food was delicious, the
service and conversation was lively and gracious.  I’m
happy to say that when I asked all of the children
about their vacation in Newport, every one of them
said sailing was their favorite part (even the 4-year-
old!)  I think we adults agreed!
We will certainly be calling again next summer—and
have already raved about you to many folks who
frequent Aquidneck Island. Thank you for a lovely
time!"   AT, Aug 2011
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Looking for the perfect plan to propose to
the one you love?    How about a romantic
sail on our luxury yacht, Eclipse, with a
gourmet dinner for two?  Call today, let us
help you make the occasion one you will
both remember and cherish always.

We found your bottle on the beach  between
Montalivet and Le Gurp in France. Our position
was 45°24'58"N, 1°8'28"W in the departement
Gironde. We spent our Christmas holidays and
we were very keen to find your bottle. The
message was very difficult to read, because
water moved inside. So we hope we have the
right e-mail address! We are a German family
from Munich.
Best regards,
Johannes, Dagmar, Evelyn, Lisa
It is amazing to learn that our message traveled securely in a
corked wine bottle for 18 months, for a distance of 3000
nautical miles (almost 3500 miles) East across the Atlantic
Ocean, past the Sables d'Olonne Canyon,  into the Bay of
Biscay to rest along the Aquitaine Shelf in the Montalivet
region of France
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