The Miss Ann, a distinguished 127-foot fantail motor yacht

The Miss Ann is a distinguished 127-foot fantail motor yacht with a rich and varied history. 

Constructed in 1926 by the Pusey & Jones Shipyard in Wilmington, Delaware, she was originally named Siele—an anagram of the first owner's wife's name. In 1941, she was acquired by the U.S. Navy and commissioned as the USS Aquamarine (PYc-7), serving in experimental research and as a tender to presidential yachts during World War II .

After the war, the yacht was decommissioned and eventually purchased in 1954 by E.A. Stephens, who renamed her Miss Ann in honor of his wife. She became a prominent feature at The Tides Inn resort in Irvington, Virginia, offering guests elegant cruises for over five decades .

In 2008, Miss Ann was brought to Colonial Beach, Virginia, and later operated as a charter vessel on the Potomac River. As of April 2019, she has been docked at Evans Island in Monroe Bay, Colonial Beach .

Recognized for her historical significance, Miss Ann is listed on both the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Landmarks Register . Her enduring legacy reflects a unique blend of naval service, luxury hospitality, and maritime heritage

Specifications

• Length: 127 feet

• Draft: 7.5 feet

• Power: Twin V-12, Series 71 Detroit diesel engines

• Engine batteries: Eight 32-volt

• Propeller shafts: Two, each 5” in diameter by 36 feet long

• Propellers: Two, each four feet in diameter

• Two diesel generators: 35 KW and 50 KW

• Fresh-water tank: 450 gallon capacity

• Fuel tank: 2,800 gallon capacity

• Top speed: 14.5 knots

• Cruising speed: 9 knots at 1,000 rpm

• Fuel consumption: 35 - 40 gallons per hour