Hylas 49s don’t come to market all that frequently, and they rarely come to market in such superb condition along with this many well-considered bluewater cruising features.
FLUENSEA is among the newest examples of the hugely popular Sparkman & Stephens designed Hylas 49. Known for exceptional comfort and safety offshore, the Hylas 49 ranks among the very top choices for serious long-range cruising and passage making.
If you're looking for a world-class offshore design in superb condition - look no further.
KEY FEATURES OF THE VESSESL
Her current owners invested generously in adding and improving systems for long-term cruising. Additions and improvements include:
Electrical:
Superwind wind Generator with Carbon blades
2 banks of solar panels totalling 925 watts, with Victron Controllers
Watt and Sea Hydrogen 300w w custom bracket from Kato Marine
900aH Relion LIFePo4 Batteries
Victron Multiplus Inverter Charger
High Output Balmar Alternator
Rainman Watermaker 37GPH 120V
Davits - Kato Marine w integrated winches OC Tender with 18HP Tohatsu 2-stroke
New Mantus M2 105 lb
ProFurl Furler on inner stay
Complete custom sun cover
Never-used Asym Spinnaker in sock with rigging, ready to deploy
Oceanbrake Jordan drogue with custom Kato marine brackets
NMEA Tank Monitoring
Raymarine Axiom 12 Multifunction Displays
Upgraded Raymarine Autopilot Ram (type 3)
Security bars on overhead hatches (5)
Pirate Lights security system
Seagull drinking water filtration system
New Bimini and Dodger
Accommodations
FLUENSEA is the roomier 2-cabin version of the Hylas 49 with a very comfortable and airy main salon and dining area, a huge master stateroom and ensuite head aft, a double pullman berth forward to port, and a guest head in the forepeak. This layout allows a large sail locker forward accessible from for foredeck. The large master stateroom aft is accessed either though the well-equipped linear galley to starboard or through the ensuite head and separate shower to port. The nav station with full-access electrical panels is aft of the main salon to port. Forward to port is the double pullman guest suite with ample hanging storage to starboard. The guest head and shower is forward in the forepeak. 3 Air Conditioning/Dehumidifier units (2 new in 2024) keep below decks comfortable in all conditions. Impressive teak joinery creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout - all tied together with an exquisite teak and holly sole.
MASTER STATEROOM FEATURES
PORT DOUBLE STATEROOM FEATURES
MAIN SALON FEATURES
Galley
FLUENSEA's galley follows the classic Hylas linear layout efficiently utilizing the starboard passageway to the master stateroom. There are double stainless sinks below the companionway. To starboard there is a 3-burner stove with oven, and a large refrigerator and larger freezer both with top and front access.
Electronics and Navigation
FLUENSEA is fully equipped with state-of-the-art Raymarine instruments. The list includes:
Engines and Mechanical
FLUENSEA is powered by a 2014 75 HP Yanmar 4JH4-TE diesel engine with roughly 2200 hours of usage. She also carries a Northern Lights diesel generator with roughly 1820 total hours.
Electrical
Fluensea has seen extensive electrical upgrades to make her more autonomous at anchor. Upgrades include:
Sails, Rigging and Canvas
Exceptionally simple to handle and sail, Fluensea is equipped with a Schaefer boom furler for the fully battened mainsail (replaced in 2022), a 135% furling genoa, and a furling staysail/working Jib (replaced 2019) on the inner forestay.
Running backstays add rig stability in a seaway.
There is also a recently replaced dodger and bimini, as well as a helm cover and mainsail cover and side panel screens for the cockpit.
Hull and Deck Construction
As with all Hylas 49s FLUENSEA's hull is solid handled fiberglass with no core with two epoxy barrier coats below the waterline for added strength and protection. The solid lead keel is fully encapsulated and the rudder is skeg hung for optimal strength and protection.
Dinghy and Outboard
A super light and stable n Offshore Cruising (OC) Tender powered by a Tohatsu 18 HP 2-stroke outboard is included with the vessel
Tankage and Plumbing
All tanks aboard FLUENSEA are stainless steel construction. Fuel capacity is 145 gallons in two separate tanks. Water capacity is 250 gallons in 3 tanks. There are two holding tanks, one for each head both equipped with Y-valves.
Reviews
"The Hylas 49 is an excellent choice for anyone considering a serious performance cruising boat with comfort to spare...." Sailing Magazine
"The Hylas's interior arrangement is well suited for blue water sailing, we particularly like the easy access engine...." Sailing Magazine
"The Hylas 49 is one of my favorite boats - period. It is amazingly seaworthy... The 49 puts the S in serious. And yet is also very comfortable below... This is a terrific blue water boat..." John Kretschmer Sailing - Bluewater Boats
Additional Information
The Hylas 49 evolved from the Sparkman & Stephens designed Hylas 47. Under the supervision of Tony Seifert, Hylas increased the freeboard by 2 inches which resulted in improved headroom. The additional LOA allowed a more spacious cockpit. The raked bow and rounded bottom provide excellent performance in a seaway recognized by international cruisers worldwide.
Please call now for more details. FLUENSEA is a superb yacht. She won't last long.
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.