Dutch quality and comfort: the Van den Hoven Executive 1700 at auction
Some yachts impress with their design. Others stand out for how comfortably you can live on board. The Van den Hoven Executive 1700 clearly belongs to that latter category.
Built in 2013 by B. van den Hoven Jachtbouw, this 17.32-metre steel motor yacht combines Dutch solidity with a practical and comfortable layout. Thanks to her solid construction, spacious design and excellent maintenance condition, she is perfectly suited for extended stays on board or even permanent living.
Now presented through an international online auction, this VAT-paid Van den Hoven Executive 1700 offers an attractive opportunity to acquire a high-quality motor yacht through a transparent and time-defined process.
Why buy the Van den Hoven Executive 1700 at auction?
Purchasing the Van den Hoven Executive 1700 at auction offers clarity and confidence. All bids are visible in real time, ensuring full transparency throughout the process. In addition, the auction runs on fixed dates, allowing serious buyers to act decisively.
Through YachtBid, the yacht is promoted internationally, reaching a network of qualified buyers in more than 100 countries. The auction is organised in cooperation with the accompanying broker and Bright Auctions, ensuring a professional and secure process from registration through to delivery.
With more than 500 yachts sold and 85% within three months, YachtBid has proven itself as Europe’s #1 platform for yacht auctions above 10 metres.
Designed for comfortable onboard living
This Van den Hoven Executive 1700 is clearly designed with comfort in mind. Her layout offers remarkable space and functionality within this segment, making her ideal for extended stays on board.
On board you will find:
A spacious saloon with plenty of natural light
Two comfortable cabins
Two bathrooms for added convenience and privacy
A practical and well-thought-out living layout
Combined with her solid steel construction and strong maintenance condition, this ensures a comfortable and reliable cruising experience.
Built to a high standard and well equipped
What further sets this yacht apart is her level of finish and equipment. She is built to high Dutch standards and equipped with systems that significantly enhance onboard comfort and ease of use.
Key features include:
Stabilizers for added comfort underway
Kabola central heating with underfloor heating
Air conditioning in the owner’s cabin
Proportional bow and stern thruster for easy manoeuvring
Twin Vetus Deutz diesel engines for reliable performance
This combination of engineering and build quality ensures she is ready for immediate use.
Step-by-step auction process
Register: Create an account via the Bright Auctions platform.
View: Visit the yacht during one of the official viewing days in Hellevoetsluis.
Bid: Place your bids online during the auction period.
Complete: After the auction closes, finalise the purchase in cooperation with the broker and arrange delivery.
For more information about the auction process, please visit the FAQ.
Yacht details
Brand / Builder: B. van den Hoven Jachtbouw
Model: Executive 1700
Type: Motor Yacht
Year: 2013
Length: 17.32 m
Beam: 4.87 m
Draft: 1.55 m
Hull material: Steel
Engines: 2 × Vetus Deutz DTA 66 EMR
Power: 210 hp
Fuel: Diesel
Cabins / Berths: 2 cabins / 4 berths
Location: Hellevoetsluis, The Netherlands
VAT: Paid
Starting bid: €250,000
Auction timeline
Auction starts: 22 April 2026, 17:00 hrs
Closing from: 29 April 2026, 19:00 hrs
Viewing days
20 March 2026: 11:00 – 13:00
24 April 2026: 11:00 – 13:00
Location: Stationsplein 3, 3224 AT, Hellevoetsluis, The Netherlands
Broker contact
De Valk Yacht Brokers
Joris van de Rijt
sintannaland@devalk.nl
+31 6 2135 6060
A comfortable motor yacht ready for a new chapter
With her solid steel construction, practical layout and high level of onboard comfort, the Van den Hoven Executive 1700 is a versatile and reliable motor yacht. Whether for long journeys or comfortable living on the water, she offers exactly what many buyers are looking for.
Offered through a transparent international auction, this presents a clear opportunity to acquire a well-maintained Dutch motor yacht within a defined timeframe, with full visibility throughout the bidding process.
Visit the viewing days and experience firsthand how YachtBid connects exceptional yachts with their next owners worldwide.
This auction is organised in cooperation with our trusted partner Bright Auctions.