Hull #7 Of DL Yachts' Award-Winning Dreamline 26M Series Arrives In Fort Lauderdale
The Peddler represents the pinnacle of European yacht craftsmanship adapted for North American waters. As Hull #7 of DL Yachts' celebrated Dreamline 26-meter series, this 86-foot 4-inch motor yacht embodies the philosophy that every vessel should be as unique as its owner. Built in Italy and delivered in July 2019, The Peddler was acquired by its current owner in 2021, who subsequently invested 1.2 million dollars in a comprehensive mechanical and cosmetic refit completed in 2025.
What sets The Peddler apart from other yachts in its class is its distinction as the only Dreamline built for a North American client equipped with a 60-cycle electrical system. This specification, combined with a shore power converter, twin 32-kilowatt generators, a 200-liter-per-hour water maker, and a tropical air conditioning system, ensures seamless operation across North American marinas and anchorages. The yacht's semi-displacement hull, designed by Arrabito Naval Architects, employs the proprietary Lama Wave-less hybrid design that reduces resistance for improved fuel economy, minimizes bow lift during acceleration to planning speeds, and delivers a smooth ride in varying sea states. At 10 knots, expect a range of 1,400 nautical miles; at cruising speed of 18 knots, the twin MAN D2862LE436 engines (1,800 horsepower each) provide responsive performance with a maximum speed of 23 knots. The exterior spaces of The Peddler showcase thoughtful design across multiple entertaining areas. All exterior decks and stairs are finished in teak, creating a warm aesthetic while providing superior slip resistance. The aft deck features a built-in settee and loose seating for eight guests, with overhead air conditioning vents positioned to keep diners comfortable during warm-weather cruising. A generous sunbed sits elevated above the settee for lounging and sunbathing. From the aft deck, an automatic electric door provides access to the main salon, while a separate control station allows the captain to operate engines and thrusters from a small hatch for precision docking. Wide side decks with high bulwarks ensure safe movement throughout the vessel, with port and starboard staircases leading down to a hydraulic swim platform and tender garage. The yacht is equipped with both a hydraulic swim step and a passerelle for convenient boarding from water or dock.
Entering the main salon through the electrically operated doors reveals an interior of understated elegance. Hand-stitched Italian leather and exotic hardwoods clad the cabinets, walls, and ceilings. Hardwood planking covers the floating floors, while silk carpeting bordered with Italian marble adorns low-traffic areas. A comfortable barrel chair and an L-shaped Fendi Casa sofa in leather and fabric anchor the salon, while a dining table and eight chairs from Costantini Pietro of Italy provide formal entertaining space. All dinnerware and glassware are concealed in hidden cabinets, alongside a custom wine cooler, icemaker, and small refrigerator. Window blinds, sound system, curved television, and lighting throughout the salon operate via strategically placed touch pads or the supplied Apple iPad, allowing guests to adjust ambience without leaving their seats. Forward of the salon, the starboard side features a powder room with marble sink basin and a toilet equipped with a bidet function. The port side opens to a fully equipped galley with a separate crew entrance, facilitating provisioning and crew access to the lower deck crew quarters. The crew area accommodates four personnel across two cabins and two heads, with a dedicated dinette, mess, and laundry room featuring Miele washing and drying machines. The owner's stateroom, positioned forward on the main deck, commands a 180-degree view through large windows. Overhead skylights flood the space with natural light, while electrically operated blinds provide privacy. A television that rises and lowers electronically from a forward cabinet, combined with iPad control of blinds, lights, sound system, and entertainment, ensures complete comfort. A swiveling leather chair with an integrated computer table provides a workspace, while an electrically operated private side door opens to an exclusive exterior lounge area perfect for sunbathing, dining, or quiet reflection. The owner's bath features dual marble sinks, a marble shower with built-in bench, wand and overhead rainfall shower heads, and ample storage for clothing and valuables.
Guest accommodations consist of four staterooms sleeping eight. The full-beam VIP cabin amidships, often referred to as a second owner's stateroom, features a built-in settee, desk or vanity with leather chair, safe, and abundant cabinetry. Forward of the VIP, two additional guest staterooms offer a queen bed on the port side and twin singles to starboard. All guest staterooms are ensuite with marble finishes, televisions, and sound systems. Every head throughout the vessel, including the owner's bath, VIP bath, and guest baths, features a toilet with integrated bidet functionality. The pilothouse provides a single electrically controlled captain's chair and comprehensive navigation and ship systems displays. SIMRAD screens show chart plotter, GPS, radar, sonar, and autopilot data. Separate controls manage the CMC Electric Fin Stabilizer (operational at anchor and underway), Humphree Interceptor Trim Tabs, and bow and stern thrusters. A second staircase ascends from the pilothouse to the sundeck and upper helm. The sundeck is a haven for relaxation and entertainment. A wet bar with stools, dining table, and jetted hot tub with integrated heater occupy the forward sections. A built-in sunbed and free-standing sun loungers provide lounging options, while an electronically opening and closing hardtop offers shade and weather protection. A large alfresco dining table with U-shaped settee and four chairs accommodates up to ten guests. The upper helm area features two pilot seats and an electrically raised navigation display pod, giving the captain full control and navigational capability alongside joystick control of main motors and thrusters.
With a wide beam of 22 feet 7 inches and an overall length of 86 feet 4 inches, The Peddler feels substantially larger than its 26-meter classification, offering 145 gross tons of interior volume. The yacht's hybrid hull design delivers the efficiency of a semi-displacement vessel with the comfort of a modern motor yacht. A minimum draft of 6 feet 6 inches and maximum draft of 7 feet allow access to shallow anchorages while maintaining excellent seaworthiness. The Peddler is currently displayed at FLIBS 2026 in Fort Lauderdale at Pier 66, Slip A-123, offering prospective buyers the opportunity to experience this exceptional vessel firsthand. The yacht is flagged in the Cayman Islands with no duty paid status, and comprehensive water toys including a Yamaha waverunner, Seabobs, e-foils, paddleboards, kayak, wakeboard, waterskis, and snorkeling equipment are included. For those considering motor yachts between 24 and 28 meters, The Peddler represents a compelling choice that combines Italian design sophistication with North American practicality and proven performance.
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