£180,000 Yacht Tour : Orkney Pilot House 25

A tough practical little motorboat, the Orkney Pilothouse 25.
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[@vinniegraves]

I’m sorry quarter of a million pounds for a 25 foot Orkney has the world gone mad

[@tonybazz53]

I’m looking at 180,000 pounds. Still a lot of money for a 25 foot single engine outboard weekender.

[@adiaz2494]

Whilst i couldn't justify it's price, i love your small boat tours. Good job and please do more of these if possible.

[@MG-mb6mj]

Yup inflation strike hard! 1/4 million$ for small, not super luxurious boat...

[@DrClumber]

Agreed, my uncle had an Orkney back in the Netherlands to fish at night, it was a lovely little boat and I am fairly sure he didn't pay more than a tenth of the price this new one costs. That was years and years ago though, I understand things have gone up in price, but this seems very steep...

[@davel9130]

A large part is driven by the fact that these things aren't built by the thousands, so they need to bring in their revenue over not a lot of units. That said, US$228,000 is a lot of money and would take a 30 year loan with 20% down to pull off (not accounting for slip fees, insurance, fuel....)

[@Rodrifuuu]

Seriously, for the price you can find decent liveaboards.

[@KevLaj]

More of these sub 30 footers would be good. They make up the largest percentage of what the 'average' person can possibly hope to own.

[@keithianlocke]

Not sure I could eat my food at a table which I knew was stored next to the bog.

[@greggbutler9344]

At that price i can’t see the order book filling up that fast😂

[@alanpotter3863]

No crew cabin???😉 For that price...... Are you sure that the 2 shouldn't be a 1?? Not sure what justifies nearly a 1/4 of a million £ for a 25ft'er with a £30K 250hp outboard??

[@AQUAHOLIC]

That was it inside! 🙂

[@doverivermedia3937]

Sadly, I think you'd get a much bigger bang for £230k with an American pocket cruiser. Not sure how & why these are so pricey. The technical spaces all looked unimaginative with DIY 'marina chandlery' battery boxes etc. 🇬🇧

[@hashtagvanlife]

The smaller boats interest me more than the mega-yachts because they're less unaffordable

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I like that expression! 😄

[@jasonkoch3182]

Given how blue that boat already is, it seems like it's just screaming to become Smugglers Blues III

[@trevordavies5793]

Definitely more of these, would of liked a bit longer and include some shots of the twenty seven, bit fatigued by all the overly luxurious, impossibly expensive yachts. Thanks.

[@miguelvpires]

Also, just took a look at a real estate website, you can get a pretty decent cottage in the Orkneys for that price.

[@robertgower4462]

Well done Nick, more small boats please and preferably more used sub £100k please.

[@dospalmascb]

looks like a fun boat, but if i was spending that kind of debt, it would be something second hand that i could spend a week or 2 on without wanting to drown the husband lol. Thanks for the great video Nick.

[@kingjackupeace5844]

Yes, Sir Nick, we would love to see more like this one! Thank you! Cheers!

[@paulstephens5229]

Voicing my concerns of the Price like many others. Yes please more like this will be welcomed

[@treborretsnom6186]

I like the larger saloon model, I however could move on board this little tug happily, I'd like an outboard diesel...

[@manuelvanderslikke680]

Hi Nick, This is a amusing smaller yacht to see on your channel but still its is fun on the water with a big cockpit a cozy wheel house and it even there is a place for 2 people to sleep with a wet head great and for a affordable price a Great Show Nick yes Ilike to see more of this ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@tonyirving4154]

That's was cool nick, a great little fun boat, it would be interested to see a video of the 27 version too, great video nick thank you 👍🛥🚤⛵️🛟⚓️

[@reggieshelton4301]

The first time since been subscribed for over 2 years where I’ve seen a boat which I’d immediately sell. For that price tag you would get a much better boat that’s older for that money. Still always cool to watch

[@bigduphusaj162]

better boat? Orkney are one of the best made boats on earth. Azimut etc cant even get their GRP to not delaminate within a decade. This would easily get to places much larger boats cant, thats why its expensive because its a tough boat not a show off boat.

[@thomasmiller2089]

Love these little short videos about boats that seem attainable to the average person. BUT I still love the day dreams I get for the big boats too. Thanks!

[@bill8784]

Well in a perfect world I would love a little boat like that preferably in bigger larger 27’ version for excursions along the coast. I wonder if it could be used with twin outboards.

[@seanogden927]

A very nice little boat, great for a day/weekend. Nice tour Nick thank you.

[@Broadcastvehicles]

It's a cutty! 😍 It's always fun to see how they use the space in such a small boat. Nice engineering.

[@mhicks80]

Thanks for the upload another great tour! :) It's a nice boat. Perhaps it's because it's small that the price just seems an obscene amount of money.

[@nicbennett6554]

Great little boat and grand tour as always. I always wonder who’d spend that kind of money on a relatively small boat. I’d use the budget for a second hand bigger one, or an older Orkney with change for fuel, berthing etc. When are you doing some more second hand tours for us mortals?! 🤞🏼🤞🏼

[@patrickmolloy6994]

yes. I like these small boat tours. So more would be good. thanks Nick

[@marcturner3647]

Lovely little boat if you lived in Orkney but i think you would definitely have the biminys on most of the time as it’s not to warm up that way 😅👍👍👍

[@johngauntlett4915]

Nick, smart-looking little boat. Very practical.

[@mynameisray]

Mmm, the table is stored in the bathroom.. Seems like a poor place to store something you put food on.

[@Bob8091]

A good little weekend boat. 27 knots isn't too shabby either. Does it have heating?

[@AQUAHOLIC]

It certainly can do

[@jamesellsworth9673]

She's a tidy little boat. The inboard engine appeals more.

[@ricksundberg5659]

Nice boat, not a lot of frills, but a great little runaround day cruiser.

[@davehogg63]

Please do more of these sub35-foot boats, thanks.

[@allsearpw3829]

Hi , a very good sea going boat , fisher people love them . All ways good when the sea kicks up , nice one NICK .👍

[@keithmcdonald2571]

I like the small boat tours over the large ones.

[@michaelaronsohn3624]

Good looking boat

[@MARKSHEA-rf3dz]

Love it! By all means more of these smaller, much more affordable (to me) boats. Thanks!

[@djwashx]

Love the open plan looks more spacious than what it is

[@r.a.monigold9789]

Nice three season boat. Week day evening sit around. Good day ctruiser. Nice overnighter. And a clever week long explorere. Thanks for thr tour, Nick.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

My pleasure!

[@andrewnewton9137]

Love seeing the "little" boats

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

[@richardbloore9480]

Great looking little boat...Love it!

[@D0P1C3]

Nick great job as always would love to see more small boats i get that superyachts bring more views so you serve content people watch the most but now and then its nice when you sprinkle some treats like this one have great day sir

[@darrylalford8879]

Very cool boat. Interested in see the 27 version.

[@robertlindstrom540]

"Don`t mend what is not broken" they say. And rightly so, the reason for a boat like this is that it caters to all ones needs. This type of boat works very well in our Baltic waters and cold climate, only a decent heater needed besides the standard stuff. Could absolutely see myself at the helm of this one. And enjoying every minute. Nice!

[@cheapme1850]

Same for us on the Great Lakes where this boat would be perfect as opposed to the current bow rider trend which would limit boating here to about three months.

[@scottdynek2728]

More sub 30 boats please! Really enjoyed this Nick!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

[@johnkidd797]

I've always loved the Orkney range, my friends and I used to go down to Caley marina and drool over them. I'd love to see you do a review on an extreme boat as they have a couple for sale at the moment. The 745 game king is fully loaded and there is only really reviews from N.Z. Keep up the good work pal.👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@bobuncle8704]

I do like this one. I think the 27 would be almost perfect for my needs.

[@TimoPiip]

yes , would love to see 27

[@alanpotter3863]

Have you changed the price in the title? I'm sure it was £230,000!! PS Always look forward to your video's, big yachts and small boats. Best walk through tours on YT.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

£230K was the price of this very high spec example. People seemed to be a bit upset about it though, so I changed it for the base price. 🙂

[@steveprice7130]

I’m a fan of all types of boats Nick. Gives a consumer many options. I was on a bayliner pilothouse maybe 25 to 27 feet not sure few years ago for fishing. One more thing Nick the gentleman in you was displayed early in the video . as an American I would’ve told those ladies to move it along quicker, I’m filming.

[@africanpagan6338]

cool little boat

[@krald8421]

Compared to the Ranger Tugs 27 which is the same price... yeah no thanks. And the Ranger 27 is actually trailerable, vs this which they made just barely too wide

[@javierechevarria1548]

Great video Nick. THANK YOU !!!! Yes, please keep bringing variety and choice to the channel. It make it more interesting and engaging. I read the comments about the price and, I have to admit that I agree, £180k is a lot of money. At that price range there are many alternatives. (Axopar, Saxdor, Beneteau, etc). I am not sure I would put the Orkney 25 in my Top 5.

[@AIRANORAK]

Great to see a smaller boat review, and yes please can we have some more.

[@ChefCam]

Parents used to have an Orkney when I was a kid on the Isle of Arran good times 👍.

[@SimonH1973]

All these comments are hilarious... have you seen how much a Jeannea Merry Fisher costs new and they are mass produced, cheaply finished and plastic. Not something I would want to go to see in.. However, I have been out in a few Orkneys over the years and this 25, looks like it would take on pretty much any conditions and you can see the level of finish. Buy cheap.... Buy Twice... Sign me up....

[@MrErnieNelson]

Nice little runabout, a campervan on water. Thanks again Nick.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

No problem 👍

[@frankg2630]

Nice video, thanks Nick. Personally I like to see you feature the smaller boats, as you used to do of course. I well understand that it's the superyachts with a £5M+ price tag that have carried you up to 0.5M subscribers, but for small-scale boat owners like me, it's useful to see the videos and hear your expert comments on boats at the Orkney's price point. My only quibble incidentally about your review of the Orkney is that you could have emphasised more the extraordinarily high build quality of the hull, deck and cabin mouldings. The difference is really noticeable when you compare it with a Merry Fisher or something.

[@Steve-jq4st]

Nice looking boat but I’ll have my 2022 795 Merry Fisher any day and even with all the options I’ve got I’d still have a large bundle of cash left over.

[@willdavis3332]

Nice one Nick. Fantastic to see a smaller boat review. I am considering a Merry Fisher 795. Would be great to see one get the Aquaholic treatment 😊

[@willdavis3332]

@@sharonbraselton3135Hi. Thanks for your reply. Out of interest, is your comment based on experience?

[@willdavis3332]

I guess not 🤷‍♂️

[@jackrabbitism]

Interesting storage place for the dining table. 😄❤️

[@algeriasolitaryman3662]

Nice boat

[@christophergherke446]

Enjoyed the tour of smaller boats as well as the yachts.

[@donbrooks5216]

Nice little boat. The multi-million fantasy boats are nice, but more of these that us normal everyday folks could find our way into would be awesome.

[@karlgriffiths5956]

Love you nick not to sure about the cost of this boat

[@TheMVCoho]

Interesting little ship. I'd love to see the 27, it sounds like the way to go.

[@markchambers6333]

Take a look at the Aquador 250 HT for the same money, sadly it makes the Orkney look really poor value and poorer quality.

[@907T]

Yes Nick! We like seeing smaller boats.

[@Churchill250267]

A nice little boat!

[@johnmaslen]

Great video. Are there particular benefits to an outboard apart from space? Could an outboard be more economical or cheaper to service/replace that an inboard, or does it use less fuel during running? Also, is it much noisier?

[@Kim_Jensen]

Small yacht, small fortune 😁It's a nice hornest boat though, and thanks for the tour 😊

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks for watching!

[@victorsforza3247]

U could make the storage cabin into a nifty crew space.. 😆 🤣 😂 😹

[@bbqreunie984]

Its not like going out a day on the water with more than six people as than all seats are occupied. And one isn't sitting cosy together. Maybe more for going for fishing?

[@robertquenby6570]

Pleased to see some lower budget boats. This boat looked so good to start but I feel missed the target for me but a refreshing change nun the less. Keep up the good work, cheers Bob.

[@tonybazz53]

Nice little weekender. Thanks for bringing it to our attention Nick.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

No problem 👍

[@pgtipz7468]

Nice little boat, looks well built but overpriced. More of these videos though Nick!

[@jello1977]

Cracking little boat. Thanks Nick.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

My pleasure!

[@PierluigiPuttiDiaz]

Absolutely beautiful! A little bit expensive but beautiful!!! As always great job done Nick!!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks so much!

[@steveghazarian]

Cool boat but a bit pricey. Thanks Nick

[@TheNorthenerSwede]

I could never afford even this boat, because I have a shit life and a shit job, but I live the dream through your videos, and for that I thank you very much Nick. It's truly a wonderful trip with every one of your videos.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I"m glad that you enjoy them 🙂

[@weloveboating]

Nice little boat 👍 hope you’re keeping well

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks, you too!

[@TonyBrough]

More small boats please

[@NotJanine777]

£250k? That seems a lot for something that has all the charm of an oil rig life boat?

[@davebcf1231]

It's a cool little boat, but the price seems insane for what you get.

[@jwhitaker1507]

Anything floats is worthy of a tour, I’ll show ya my kayak.

[@EverydayProjects]

Really nice boat and tour, as always, Nick! All the best to you. Your channel is screaming ahead and it is because of your hard work, dedication and exquisite detail shown in each of your very professional tours.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks so much!

[@jimmyquinn9639]

Lovely small boat nick ⛵️🚤🛥⭐️⭐️⭐️👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏

[@Ijusthopeitsquick]

Costs more than my house here in France, and it's quite a nice house.

[@wombatsyoutube]

Love these kind of boats just as much as the bigger stuff Nick. And yes, definately throw a short video in here and there for those quick coffee breaks!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

[@jeffhay8600]

More of these please much more affordable, the other boats are what you dream about

[@Rossbott1964]

Not many cupboards to open on this one ! 😀

[@oliverfrey7511]

Beautiful little boat with all you need for a long weekend out! Love practical propper boats like these. If you can find a good pre-owned one, price will be fine, as well. Thank you for the tour, Nick!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

[@lutarevencer3873]

I Nick! I thought it was a lot of money for a small boat

[@ironichumorist]

what a great little boat.

[@mikegrevatt8980]

Great walk around as always. Definitely a good idea to show more small boats, especially those with the amenities that this boat offers. Great channel by the way. I subscribed after watching only 2 videos. Some of the boats are dreams, and some reality, but there is nothing wrong with a good nautical daydream. Hard work and the lottery always helps.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Welcome aboard! 🙂

[@alanpaton694]

Orkney boats are good quality but vastly overpriced in my opinion right down to their grp clinkers. You could buy similar and have it fully refurbished for much much less. Crazy pricing

[@doverivermedia3937]

Sadly, I think you'd get a much bigger bang for £230k with an American pocket cruiser. Not sure how & why these are so pricey. The technical spaces all looked unimaginative with DIY 'marina chandlery' battery boxes etc. 🇬🇧

[@gw4182]

Lovely little boat - just about £100k too dear for what it is! It’s basic and no frills - £50-70k would be much more like it

[@AQUAHOLIC]

If you can find a way to build a boat like this with an outboard of that size for £50K, crack on! You'll make an absolute fortune. 👍🏻

[@nksconstruction5178]

Great multipurpose boat but I would have expected a starting price point around 80,000 for the level of fit and finish

[@bigduphusaj162]

😂 its an orkney, the fit and finish is bullet proof pal. They are known for it

[@FLGurl]

Very cute piece of kit. Nice and compact to navigate the smaller waterways. Thank you! 🍷

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you like it!

[@luxelist]

Perfect for a cruise, refreshing to see a small boat tour after so long!

[@toffe8]

Nick! As the most we usually see of you, is your hand with your watch. I have noticed that you have a couple of watches and it would be nice to hear/see what they are. Maybe a watchtour?😉 thank you for bringing summer vibes!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

You're very welcome!