The yacht interior standard

Cabins · CABINS

• Make beds and arrange pillows
• Air cabins
• Clean and dust all surfaces
• Vacuum or mop floors
• Empty bins
• Check wardrobes and drawers are tidy
• Replace used towels when required
• Check water bottles and guest amenities
• Ensure cabins are clean and ready at all times

Bathrooms · HEADS

• Clean and disinfect toilets, sinks and showers
• Clean mirrors and glass
• Replace and fold towels
• Refill toiletries
• Empty bins
• Check toilet paper
• Mop floors
• Ensure bathrooms are dry and spotless

Salon & dining area · SALON

• Dust and clean all surfaces
• Arrange cushions
• Vacuum or mop floors
• Clean tables
• Remove glasses, cups and dishes
• Keep the area tidy throughout the day

Galley · GALLEY

• Clean worktops and sink
• Load and unload the dishwasher
• Clean appliances after use
• Empty bins
• Check refrigerator
• Keep cupboards and drawers organised
• Ensure the galley is clean at the end of the day

Laundry & linen · LAUNDRY

• Collect dirty laundry
• Wash, dry, fold and put away laundry
• Iron pillowcases, bed sheets and duvet covers
• Iron tablecloths and napkins
• Wash and iron Owners' clothing as required
• Check towels and bed linen
• Keep the laundry area clean and organised

Exterior & guest areas · EXT

• Wipe tables and seating areas
• Arrange cushions
• Remove glasses, bottles and rubbish
• Check towels
• Keep guest areas clean and organised throughout the day

Before guests wake up · 06:30

• Open and prepare common areas
• Check salon, dining area and exterior guest areas
• Arrange cushions
• Clean tables and surfaces
• Prepare breakfast area
• Check galley
• Empty any bins from the previous evening
• Make sure everything is ready before the Owners and guests wake up

After guests leave their cabins · 09:00

• Air cabins
• Make beds
• Clean bathrooms
• Replace and fold towels
• Empty bins
• Clean surfaces and floors
• Vacuum cabin floors and carpets
• Refill water and toiletries
• Collect laundry

After breakfast · 10:30

• Clear breakfast table
• Wash or load dishes
• Clean dining area
• Clean galley
• Wipe tables and surfaces
• Vacuum the dining area
• Return everything to its place

Before lunch · 12:00

• Check guest areas
• Prepare and set the table
• Check glasses, cutlery, napkins and water
• Make sure salon and exterior areas are tidy
• Check guest bathroom

After lunch · 14:30

• Clear table
• Wash or load dishes
• Clean dining area and galley
• Wipe tables
• Remove rubbish
• Reset guest areas

Before dinner · 18:00

• Check cabins and bathrooms
• Refresh towels if necessary
• Prepare and set the dinner table
• Check salon and exterior areas
• Arrange cushions
• Make sure all guest areas are ready

After dinner · 21:00

• Clear table
• Wash or load dishes
• Clean dining area
• Clean galley
• Empty bins
• Reset salon and exterior areas

Evening turn-down service · 21:30

• Prepare beds for the night
• Close curtains and blinds
• Arrange bedside areas
• Refresh bathrooms
• Replace towels if required
• Remove rubbish
• Check water
• Ensure cabin lighting and temperature are appropriate

End of day · 22:30

• Final check of salon, galley and guest areas
• Put away clean laundry
• Prepare anything required for the following morning
• Empty bins
• Make sure the dishwasher is loaded and running
• Leave all service areas clean and organised

Guest cabins · CABINS

• Deep-clean all cabins
• Clean inside wardrobes and drawers
• Clean under beds and furniture
• Vacuum mattresses
• Change and inspect all bed linen
• Check pillows, duvets and mattress protectors
• Clean doors, handles, switches and sockets
• Check for stains or damage

Bathrooms · HEADS

• Deep-clean showers and shower screens
• Remove limescale
• Clean drains
• Deep-clean toilets and sinks
• Clean cupboards and storage areas
• Check and organise toiletries

Salon & interior · SALON

• Deep-clean upholstery
• Vacuum under furniture
• Clean windows and mirrors
• Clean decorative objects
• Dust less accessible areas
• Organise cupboards and storage spaces

Galley · GALLEY

• Deep-clean refrigerator
• Clean cupboards and drawers
• Clean oven, microwave and other appliances
• Check expiry dates
• Organise food storage
• Deep-clean bins and waste areas

Laundry · LAUNDRY

• Deep-clean laundry area
• Check washing machine and dryer
• Organise linen cupboards
• Check linen and towels for stains or damage
• Check stock of cleaning and laundry products

Exterior upholstery · EXT

• Deep-clean exterior cushions
• Check for stains
• Clean and organise exterior towels
• Check cushions and covers for damage

Monday — Cabins & linen

• Deep-clean one set of cabins, including under beds and furniture
• Clean inside wardrobes and drawers
• Vacuum mattresses and inspect mattress protectors
• Inspect pillows, duvets and bed linen
• Rotate and organise linen stock
• Check for stains, damage or items requiring repair

Tuesday — Bathrooms

• Deep-clean showers and shower screens
• Remove limescale from taps, fittings and glass
• Clean drains thoroughly
• Deep-clean toilets and sinks
• Clean inside bathroom cupboards and storage
• Check and organise toiletries and guest amenities

Wednesday — Salon & interior

• Deep-clean upholstery and cushions
• Vacuum under and behind furniture
• Clean interior windows and mirrors
• Dust decorative objects and less accessible areas
• Clean doors, handles, switches and sockets
• Organise interior cupboards and storage spaces

Thursday — Galley & provisioning areas

• Deep-clean refrigerator and check expiry dates
• Clean cupboards and drawers
• Deep-clean oven, microwave and small appliances
• Organise dry food and beverage storage
• Deep-clean bins and waste areas
• Check cleaning supplies and prepare restocking list

Friday — Laundry & Owners' wardrobe

• Deep-clean laundry area
• Clean and check washing machine and dryer
• Organise linen cupboards
• Inspect towels and linen for stains or damage
• Check stock of detergents and laundry products
• Organise, wash and iron Owners' clothing as required

Saturday — Exterior guest areas

• Deep-clean exterior cushions and upholstery
• Check cushions and covers for stains or damage
• Clean and organise exterior towels
• Clean tables, seating and guest-facing surfaces
• Check storage lockers used for guest items
• Prepare exterior areas to presentation standard

Sunday — Inventory & detail day

• Check guest amenities and toiletries stock
• Check linen, towels and laundry supplies
• Check crockery, glassware and cutlery
• Inspect high-touch and overlooked areas
• Complete any outstanding deep-cleaning task from the week
• Prepare priorities and restocking requirements for the following week

24–48 hours before arrival

• Confirm the Owners' arrival time and expected number of guests
• Confirm cabin allocation and sleeping arrangements
• Review preferences, dietary requirements and special requests
• Check inventory of toiletries, guest amenities, beverages and household supplies
• Ensure all laundry, linen and Owners' clothing are washed, ironed and put away
• Deep-clean all guest cabins, bathrooms, salon, dining area and galley
• Check exterior guest areas, cushions and towels
• Report any maintenance issue immediately

On the day of arrival

• Air and refresh all cabins and interior spaces
• Make beds with fresh, perfectly ironed linen
• Prepare bathrooms with clean towels, toiletries and toilet paper
• Ensure mirrors, glass, taps and chrome are spotless
• Every carpet vacuumed, the pile brushed one way
• Set cabin temperature appropriately
• Check drinking water in cabins
• Ensure wardrobes and drawers are clean and organised
• Prepare salon and dining areas; arrange cushions and decorative items
• Clean and prepare exterior seating areas
• Ensure galley, refrigerator and service areas are immaculate
• Remove all rubbish and cleaning equipment from guest areas

Final 30-minute check

• Walk through the yacht from the Owners' perspective
• Check every visible surface for dust, fingerprints, water marks or clutter
• Check bathrooms are dry and fresh
• Check cushions, towels and table settings are aligned and presentation-ready
• Check lighting, blinds, curtains and temperature
• Ensure no laundry, supplies or service items are visible in guest areas
• Confirm the entrance and main guest areas are ready for immediate use

• Maintain cabins and bathrooms whenever they are unoccupied
• Keep salon, dining and exterior guest areas continuously tidy
• Clear glasses, dishes and rubbish promptly
• Manage laundry and ironing without disrupting the Owners
• Anticipate towel, water and toiletry requirements
• Maintain discretion and avoid unnecessary presence in guest areas
• Complete deep-cleaning only when it does not interfere with the Owners' routine