Meet Susan
Your personal Charter Expert — USCG Captain, Accomplished Catamaran Sailor, Yacht Charter Broker, Registered Nurse, and Acclaimed Charter Chef all in one.
Certified
USCG Licensed
Captain & Broker
Charter Specialist
Susan Hartley Churchill
International Charter Broker · USCG Licensed Captain · Charter Chef · RN
Susan Hartley Churchill brings a rare combination of credentials to the world of yacht chartering. As an International Charter Broker, USCG Licensed Captain, Registered Nurse, and trained Charter Chef, she offers a depth of knowledge and personal care that sets Hartley Yacht Charters apart.
With over 20 years of sailing experience across the US Virgin Islands, British Virgin Islands, and the wider Caribbean, Susan knows these waters intimately — the best anchorages, the hidden coves, and the yachts that truly deliver on their promise. She has personally sailed many of the vessels she recommends.
Whether you're a first-time charterer dreaming of a week in the USVI/BVI, or Caribbean Leewards or Windwards, Susan will guide you through every detail of chartering helping you select the right yacht and experienced crew for your vacation aboard a Yacht and trip of a lifetime.
20+
Years Sailing
200+
Charters Booked
4
Certifications
100%
Client Satisfaction
Credentials & Expertise
A unique combination of certifications that means every aspect of your charter is in expert hands.
USCG Licensed Captain
United States Coast Guard licensed captain with extensive offshore and coastal sailing experience across the Caribbean and Atlantic.
International Charter Broker
Certified international yacht charter broker with access to hundreds of vessels worldwide — with fully crewed luxury yachts.
Registered Nurse (RN)
A background in nursing means Susan brings an unmatched level of attentive care, wellness, and attention to the safety and wellbeing of every guest.
Charter Chef
Susan was a highly acclaimed Yacht charter chef for 20 years. Once Aboard, your personal private Chef lovingly prepares all meals according to personal guest preferences. Prepare to be spoiled beyond your dreams!
The Hartley Difference
What makes working with Susan different from booking through a generic charter agency.
Personal Attention
Every charter is planned with you personally. No call centers, no generic packages — just one expert who knows your trip inside and out.
Insider Knowledge
Susan has sailed these waters herself. She knows the best anchorages, the hidden beaches, and which yachts truly deliver on their promise.
End-to-End Service
From choosing the right yacht to provisioning, itinerary planning, and crew cv's — every detail is handled so you can simply enjoy.
"A yacht charter isn't just a vacation — it's a completely different way of experiencing the world. My job is to make sure yours is perfect."
— Susan Hartley Churchill, Founder
Ready to start planning?
Reach out to Susan directly — she'll help you find the perfect yacht, destination, and itinerary for your group.