The Gentleman 24 harks back to the lines and manners of 1960s motor cruisers with modern aluminium construction and creature comforts.
For those who hanker for a classic yacht but want reliability and modern tech, this bold creation from the mind of Luca Dini could be just the answer. But are there compromises in designing a modern yacht like this, and how does it actually function as a yacht to live on board? In this review, you'll find out.
Picchiotti Gentleman 24 Key Facts
- LOA 24m
- Model Year 2025
- Cabins 3
- Crew 3
- Max Speed 19 knots
- Status In Production
- Yacht Type Classic
- Use Type Cruising
- Vessel M/Y Gentleman 24/ 01
Review Video
The Picchiotti Gentleman 24 is the opening model in a line that revives the yard’s post-war identity. At 24m (78.7ft) with a beam of 6.5m (21.3ft), it carries the proportions of a 1960s motor cruiser rather than a modern wide-body yacht.
The silhouette is long and low, with a stretched foredeck, a gentle sheer and a compact superstructure that gives the boat its period flavour. LUCA DINI Design & Architecture shaped the exterior, interior and naval architecture, so there is great cohesiveness throughout the design. The Gentleman concept began at another yard, Codecasa, and when production there ended, Dini moved the design to Picchiotti under The Italian Sea Group. The styling already echoed mid-century cruisers, so it settled naturally into Picchiotti’s heritage, which includes the Giglio (1961-66) and Mistral (1966-70) series.
Construction is entirely in aluminium alloy, which keeps weight down and supports the semi-displacement form. Though the structure is modern, Dini uses mahogany across the deck and inside the cabin spaces, with around 30 coats of varnish on the bow section alone.
Hardware follows the same level of detail, with stainless steel cleats, engraved Picchiotti emblems and fairleads that suit the retro theme. The windows sit low along the topsides, and the multi-panel saloon glazing reinforces the mid-century profile, avoiding the current trend for single wide panels.
The aft deck instead carries the 3.5m (11.5ft) custom tender on the open platform. It mirrors the lines of the mothership and sits in full view, which somewhat compromises deck space, but as a pair, they look fantastic.
However, the nostalgia angle aligns with the brand’s story. Picchiotti dates back to 1575, with long stretches when small, elegant motor cruisers defined its output. The Gentleman line picks up those ideas and applies current engineering standards from The Italian Sea Group, which acquired Picchiotti in 2022.
Three years on, the result is a boat that trades volume for proportion and character. Fit-out is exact, with solid materials and traditional joinery, but all the modern tech a buyer would expect, like twin generators, a bow thruster and a gyroscopic stabiliser.
The saloon feels like the point where the Gentleman 24 goes from retro styling into a full gentlemen’s club. The moment you step through the doors, the mahogany hits you. It runs along the bulkheads, across the cabinetry and around the frames, yet the contrasting white panelling helps brighten things up. The ceiling height is a pleasant surprise, and the mix of duplex side windows and the light wells overhead gives a clear, open feel that lifts the darker timber.
The physical layout is very flexible - you can even have a cabin here instead - but as a lounge, it's a wonderfully inviting space. There's a comfy sofa, with a great view out over the aft deck and of the TV, and a pair of armchairs that are crying out for a nightcap. It's an evocative space that will come into its own in the evening.
Forward Lounge
The forward dining lounge feels like a small discovery at the front of the main deck. It sits low, yet the wraparound glazing gives a wide, open view that pulls light deep into the space. The table stands at the centre, polished to a near-mirror finish, and the mahogany window frames push the mid-century character hard.
The seating is a bit upright to lounge comfortably, but it is designed to be a dining space more than a lounge. Soft lighting overhead gives the room a warm, intimate feel once the blinds drop at the flick of a beautiful organ stop metal switch. There's a TV mounted in the bulkhead, so the lounge doubles as a private media room when the saloon is in use.
What makes the space work is its position. The view runs straight out over the bow, and the glazing curves around far enough to catch the sea on both sides. It feels calm and self-contained, a pocket of the boat that suits quiet meals or an evening card game.
The galley is on the starboard side at the foot of the main staircase, right in the centre of the boat, where the run of slim coachroof windows still pulls in a surprising amount of daylight.
One counter runs along the starboard side, and a shorter run sits opposite, and there isn't a huge amount of space for a 24m boat.
The equipment list covers the major bits of kit: an induction hob with the oven below, a good-sized dishwasher, a fridge-freezer behind the chef’s shoulder and additional cold space set low in the units. That said, there is a lack of cooling space if the boat is full of guests. This isn't a bluewater explorer, but even longer coastal passages will probably push the cooling space to its limit.
Owner's Cabin
The owner’s cabin is forward on the lower deck and carries the same mix of bright panelling and deep varnish seen elsewhere. The footprint is modest for a 24m (78.7ft) yacht, but the layout makes the most of the beam. A large double bed sits at the centre, framed by inset marble-topped bedside tables and retro-style reading lamps that suit the boat’s mid-century mood. The white wall panels lift the space and offset the darker wood, and the hull windows, though not large, bring in enough daylight to keep the cabin from feeling enclosed.
Storage runs along the port side in a full-height wardrobe, with more space set low in the cabinetry. More organ-style switches for the blinds and lighting sit within reach of the bed, and the cabin has its own bathroom, finished in marble with a separate shower lined in a contrasting stone.
Guest Accommodation
The VIP cabin sits just alongside the owner’s space and mirrors it so closely that the two feel like a matched pair. The bed sits at the centre with the same marble-inset bedside tables and the same retro reading lamps that give the room its warm tone.
The floor area feels slightly more generous than the owner’s cabin, helped by the clean layout and the lack of any bulky furniture. Storage works well. The wardrobes run deep and open with recessed handholds rather than protruding handles, which keep the lines tidy. A ceiling-mounted TV drops down at the foot of the bed, so guests can watch a film in bed.
Its bathroom follows the same script as the owner’s: polished marble, clean lines, and a shower lined in contrasting stone.
The second guest cabin sits a step down from the other two and is also the most compact. The double bed is fitted up against the bulkhead, so one person will need to slide across to get out. Shelving runs along the outboard side, and a set of controls for lights and blinds sits within easy reach of the pillow. Two small portholes bring in a streak of daylight and give a view out to the water. There's storage neatly tucked behind the door in a tall locker, enough for a weekend’s worth of clothes. The television sits on the forward bulkhead, angled to face the bed.
The real surprise is the bathroom. It is far larger than you expect for a cabin of this size, with a wide stretch of floor and the same marble finish seen in the forward cabins. The sink drops cleanly into the counter, the taps have a solid, old-school feel, and the hooks for robes sit exactly where you want them.
The shower is the standout. It is bigger than the others, with a built-in seat and a run of contrasting marble that gives it a bold, almost spa-like look.
Crew Accommodation
The crew area is forward of the last guest cabin and opens with a lobby where the laundry unit is set right by the door. A small crew mess is opposite, with a table that folds out for extra space and a television mounted above so the crew can keep an eye on systems from inside the space. There’s storage along the sides and a pair of portholes that bring in just enough light to stop the space from feeling completely shut away.
Move further in, and the accommodation splits. The captain’s cabin is to starboard with a single berth, its own bathroom and a good run of lockers overhead. A small skylight gives the room a lift, and the ceiling height stays generous for a yacht of this profile.
The twin bunk cabin is forward. It is tight: two bunks, each with its own small shelf, light and device charging point. Storage fits into the gaps around the beds, and the bathroom across the corridor follows the same neat layout you see elsewhere. It's not particularly spacious, but it does the job.
The wheelhouse feels like an occasion the moment you step up from the saloon, with an elegant bannister, a delicate leaning post and a dainty ship's wheel.
The console mixes the old with the new; a traditional rudder indicator is right beside the control for the gyroscopic stabiliser, and all the switches are neatly labelled. Ahead of the helm, three Raymarine touchscreens span the full width of the dash, so you can display chart, engine data and depth information at once.
This is the only helm on board, but the view is lovely over that sprawling coachroof. The twin MAN 1,400hp diesels push the boat to 19 knots at the top end, and it sits comfortably at 13-16 knots for fast cruising. Drop back to 8-9 knots, and the hull starts to show its efficiency, giving a range of roughly 1,800nm.
The beach club comes as a real surprise. The moment you step inside, the mahogany and teak give off a warm, rich smell, and the space feels far more inviting than you would expect this deep in the stern.
A sofa runs along the aft bulkhead and folds out as a sofa bed, so the room can work as an extra cabin if you want it to. There’s a television set in the forward bulkhead and a full bathroom tucked off to one side, so anyone coming straight out of the water has facilities on hand without traipsing through the boat.
What makes this area special is the way it opens to the sea. The transom drops to reveal a set of sliding doors and becomes a platform from which you can go for a swim and tie off the water toys.
When shut, it sits flush with the varnished wood and stays fully protected at sea. Once it lowers, though, it becomes a wonderful living space right above the water. Sit out here with a coffee in the morning or cool off after a swim. It’s an unexpected corner of the Gentleman 24, and one of its most satisfying.
Cockpit
The entire aft deck is open because this is where the 3.5m (11.5ft) custom tender sits. It is a smaller, cute version of the 24, right down to its mahogany trim, and rests on chocks built into the deck. A crane hides beneath a flush panel, so the working gear does not interrupt the classic lines. The platform itself is wide, with clear walkways along each side and high enough bulwarks to give good protection when the crew handle the tender.
A broad sweep of seating wraps across the stern, neatly trimmed in navy upholstery which contrasts beautifully with the dark wood.
The table folds down for drinks or opens up for lunch under the canopy, which can be erected in the heat of the day. A wet bar sits to port with a grill, sink, and two fridges, one in the locker and one tucked near the seating. Glass and bottle space sits inside the cabinetry, and there's a small pane of glass that gives shelter across the aft bench, which should calm the wind that often whips across a transom at anchor or if guests want to sit out here when the yacht is cruising.
It's an area where the boat's design compromises its functionality compared to more "normal" boats, but anyone interested in a boat like this has already made their mind up about the design and will no doubt be happy to live with it.
Side Decks & Foredeck
The side decks carry the same flavour with mahogany bulwarks running almost the full length, dressed in 30 coats of varnish. Make no mistake, this boat will be a labour of love to look after but it looks sensational.
Even the ground tackle is aesthetically pleasing with the Picchiotti "P" neatly engraved on the cleat tops and fairleads that look almost too good to run a filthy line through. The decks feel wide and safe, and the bulwark height gives steady support all the way forward. With the fold-out transom and high aft deck, the boarding gates on both sides make access to the main deck a lot easier from higher quaysides.
There isn't a flybridge, but a ladder leads up the coachroof to a sunpad above the dining room. It’s a simple but inviting space with a fine view over the bow. As a place to soak up the sun or sit and watch the world go by, it's absolutely lovely. It's a place to see and be seen as you drift into port - and be under no illusion, all eyes would be on you!
The engine room sits under a flush hatch on the aft deck, and once you step down the ladder, the scale of the space is impressive. For a yacht with such a low profile, the headroom is surprising. The layout gives a straight, open passage between the engines, and there is usable working access along both sides, even with the generators set outboard.
The Gentleman 24 runs on twin MAN V12 diesels in the 1,400hp range, mounted with all the main service points facing the central walkway. Fuel filters, strainers and battery switches sit grouped on the forward bulkhead, and the exhaust runs are tidy. The twin 35kW generators sit to port and starboard, each in its own sound enclosure, and both are easily reachable. The gyroscopic stabiliser sits low in the centre under a dedicated lift-out panel.
A secondary ladder leads up to a smaller deck hatch, so the crew have two ways in and out without crossing the beach club.
The price of the Gentleman 24 is around €7,000,000 ex VAT, and whether you consider that value for money is a matter of perspective.
Some will see a 24m lacking the space and amenities you'd want on a yacht of this size and price, and there's no denying there are compromises to the living spaces and functionality in the name of the design.
Others will see a unique offering with charm and character in abundance. A yacht so different and special that it justifies every cent of the price tag. Both arguments are valid, but we can't help but feel satisfied that a yacht like this exists in a world of cookie-cutter, homogeneous design. The Gentleman is pricey but in a league of its own.
Our Verdict
The Gentleman 24 sits in a category of its own. It avoids the trendier features found on most yachts at the moment and instead embraces the long and low outline that once defined mid-century cruising. That choice comes with limits - no flybridge or hidden tender garage, but those omissions help the boat stay true to its purpose.
Viewed as a whole, the Gentleman 24 feels like a statement. For owners who choose with their heart as much as their head, the Gentleman 24 stands apart without pushing for attention - and it leaves a stronger impression than the spec sheet suggests. In a line-up of modern yachts, this is the one that catches your eye for reasons that are hard to quantify but easy to feel.
The YachtBuyer Score provides a clear, category-by-category assessment of how the yacht performs in the areas that matter most. In this review, the Picchiotti Gentleman 24 receives an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
Reasons to Buy
- Strong retro character
- Beautiful mahogany workmanship
- Open, inviting aft deck
- Jaw dropping looks
Things to Consider
- Modest owner's cabin
- Smaller hull windows
- Quite a lot to look after!
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Rivals to Consider
The Fleming 78 stretches to 24.84m (81’6”) and sports a beam of 6.53 m (21’5”), built for long-distance cruising rather than superficial volume. Powered by twin MAN V12 engines rated up to 1,550 hp each, she offers serious range and a displacement build that prioritises comfort and stability. The layout focuses on owner-drivers: full pilothouse, walk-around decks and a robust hull that suits hard cruising. By comparison, the Gentleman 24 offers a lower profile, lighter aluminium structure and a stronger vintage mood, while the Fleming emphasises endurance and system depth over period styling.
The Sanlorenzo SHE is conceived at around 25.5 m (84ft) and marks the Italian builder’s leap into hybrid propulsion with the Volvo Penta IPS hybrid system. Her design uses lightweight sandwich construction with bio-based resins and an exterior by Zuccon International Project that nods to 1960s elegance. In practical terms SHE offers a top speed near 20 knots, and in electric mode up to about 11 knots silent cruising. The Gentleman 24 takes a different tack: no hybrid system, more traditional diesel engines, but stronger focus on varnish, mahogany and classic yacht character rather than cutting-edge tech or volume related to a 25m hull.
The Grand Banks 85 takes the idea of long-range comfort and stretches it to 26.58m (87’2”) with a beam of 6.75m (22’2”). It uses the yard’s V-Warp hull, a clever blend of carbon reinforcement and careful weight management, to cover serious distance. Expect around 1,000nm at 20 knots, or up to 3,000nm at 10 knots, depending on spec. It usually runs on Volvo IPS 1350s and has the easy, stable ride Grand Banks is known for. Inside, it leans into bright, open spaces and a relaxed liveaboard style - more coastal home than retro lounge. Against that backdrop, the Gentleman 24 feels smaller, lower and far more nostalgic.
The Palm Beach PB85 Sedan stretches to about 27.55m (90’5”) with a beam just over 6.7m (22ft), and it shares some of the Gentleman’s old-school cues (long foredeck, low superstructure, plenty of teak) but the underlying feel is different. The V-Warp hull is light and efficient, and depending on the engine package (twin or even triple diesels), it can run at a brisk semi-displacement pace. Layouts range from three to four cabins, with generous crew space for a boat of this size. The styling is crisp and understated, and the handling has the easy confidence you expect from Palm Beach. The Gentleman 24 is smaller and slower, but it has deeper varnish, more timber, and a more overt throwback to the 1960s.
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Specifications
- Builder Picchiotti
- Model Gentleman 24
- Length Overall 24m
- Beam 6.5m
- Hull Aluminium
- Cabins 3
- Berths 6
- Crew 3
- Cruising Speed
- Max Speed
- Fuel Capacity 10,000 Litres
- Engine Model 2x MAN V12-1400
- Engine economic speed 8 knots
- Engine max range (speed type) 1800 (nm)
Picchiotti Gentleman 24 Layout
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Above
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The tender, a mini replica of the mother ship, sits on the aft deck
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Main Deck
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The aft deck can be cleared to create a great outdoor living space
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Lower Deck
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The beach club can be specified as a beach club instead of a lounge
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