Moonen 122 Martinique: ‘Lollipop’ with a sweet shop-style interior

​The 122 Martinique has been an ongoing success story for Moonen. The Dutch shipyard first delivered the 37-metre-long steel-aluminium yacht, designed by René van der Velden, in 2018. On “Brigadoon” This was followed by seven units named ‘Lollipop’. ‘Lollipop’ represents a different form of customisation within the 122 Martinique series. Inside, the owners, in collaboration with Vripack Yacht Design, have implemented a consistent ‘candy shop’ theme.

The displacement yacht was built for American owners who had previously spent around ten years sailing a 17-metre performance catamaran in the Caribbean and along the US East Coast. With the Moonen, they are switching from a carbon-fibre multihull to a steel displacement motor yacht, whilst maintaining their focus on longer stays on board.

Sweets hidden behind Delft tiles

In the main saloon, the first thing that catches the eye is a wall feature behind the dining table. It is reminiscent of Delft pottery, but conceals a large storage space for crockery and cutlery. The motif has been personalised for the owners: sweets, Tootsie Rolls and lemon drops replace the traditional ornaments. There is even a child with an oversized lollipop featured in the design.

The theme continues throughout the four guest cabins on the lower deck. Each has its own name and colour scheme: Peppermint, Lemon Drop, Swedish Fish and Gummy Bears. Matching wallpaper featuring candy stripes reflects the respective theme. Even the tenders follow this sweet theme: the chase boat, a Wajer 38, is called ‘BonBon’, whilst the crew tender is named ‘CrackerJack’.

The main saloon is more than just a decorative feature. According to the owners, the white panelling and walnut wood create a blend of contemporary living and classical architecture. Large side windows, curved ceiling arches and soft lines are designed to make the interior feel more tranquil and spacious.

The sun deck as a private meeting place

According to Vripack, the owners’ personal touch is most evident on the sun deck. There you’ll find a Jacuzzi, a bar, a dining area, a barbecue and a retractable television. Two rocking chairs create a small reading nook. The Jacuzzi at the stern has a curved glass front featuring Murano glass ‘sweets’. A narrow waterfall flows over the surface. On the starboard side stands the bar with pastel-coloured fluorescent tubes. Sweets appear to float within the transparent synthetic resin panel.

As well as its playful interior, the ‘Lollipop’ builds on the series’ well-known features: the tried-and-tested design by Diana Yacht Design, a shallow draught of 2.15 metres and a range of up to 4,000 nautical miles. At full throttle, the speedometer reads 17 knots.

Two further vessels from the Martinique series are currently under construction at Moonen; one of them is still available.

Technical Specifications for ‘Lollipop’