44 Hylas 1989 Boat for Sale

Dog Star II Boat | 44' Hylas 1989

1989 Hylas 44 – Completely Refit 2023 to 2025 Bluewater Cruiser

This isn’t simply a well-maintained Hylas—it’s a comprehensive bow-to-stern transformation of one of the most respected bluewater cruising sailboats ever built. Combining the legendary strength and seaworthiness of a 1989 Hylas with virtually every modern upgrade imaginable, this yacht offers the confidence of a classic offshore cruiser with the comfort, reliability, and technology of a much newer vessel.

From the bottom of the keel to the top of the mast, nearly every major system has been renewed or replaced. The result is a yacht that is practically brand new while retaining the robust construction and proven offshore pedigree that made the Hylas name legendary.

Power is provided by a new 57 HP Yanmar diesel engine, delivering dependable performance and outstanding fuel efficiency for coastal cruising or extended passagemaking. Electrical independence comes from a new Phasor 8 kW generator, complemented by a new high-output solar charging system that keeps your batteries charged whether you’re underway or anchored in a secluded harbor.

Under sail, you’ll appreciate the performance and confidence inspired by new Code Zero &  Mack mainsail, while the new canvas package provides excellent protection from the elements and gives the yacht a crisp, modern appearance.

Step below, and you’ll discover an interior that feels more like a contemporary yacht than a vessel built in 1989. The completely renewed interior offers updated finishes, exceptional comfort, and a warm, inviting atmosphere for extended cruising or liveaboard life.

Navigation and onboard management have been brought firmly into the modern era with all-new marine electronics, providing today’s latest technology for navigation, communication, and vessel monitoring.

Your adventures don’t stop at the anchorage. A new Highfield dinghy makes exploring shorelines, running errands, or enjoying remote beaches effortless.

This is the rare opportunity to own a yacht that combines the heavy-duty construction and offshore capability of a classic Hylas with the reliability and convenience of virtually all-new systems. The enormous investment in upgrades means years of worry-free cruising without the expense, downtime, and uncertainty of a major refit.

If you’ve been searching for a true bluewater cruiser that’s ready to cross oceans tomorrow—not spend years in a boatyard—this exceptional Hylas 44 deserves your attention.

Built 1989 tough. Equipped for today’s adventures. Ready for tomorrow’s horizons.

Refit 2023-2025 included

• New Yanmar 57 hp engine 2017 w/new motor mounts & dripless seals in 2025 941.6hrs
• New engine control panel 2025 shows 44.6hrs - 897hrs on the old panel
• New Phasor 8kw generator 2017 226hrs
• New Cockpit Hartop & Sunbrella enclosure
• New Code Zero
• New battened Mack mainsail
• New Lazy jacks and mainsail cover
• New Standing rigging and chain plates
• New Sea Water Pro Piranha 1000 gpd watermaker
• New Sleipner thruster
• New start and thruster batteries
• New Victron 12/24-15 thruster charger
• New 480w solar panels with Victron Phoenix bluetooth smart charger
• New Victron Lynx shunt
• New Victron Lynx distributer
• New Victron 12v/3000w-120amp charger/ inverter
• New 990a/hrs lithium house batteries
• New Jensen stereo
• New Standard Horizon VHF radio and antenna
• New A/C units 
• New 6 gallon hot water heater
• New pumps through-out
• New Garmin 943xsv
• New Garmin 743xsv
• New Garmin Reactor 40 Autopilot
• New GHC20 Autopilot controller
• New Garmin 18xHD3 Radar
• New GNX Wind instrument w/ GND 10 black box controller
• New Garmin AIS800
• New Garmin GMI wind instrument
• New Maxwell winches on deck
• Complete painting of all bilge areas
• Complete rebuild of the interior painted w/Awlgrip Clipper white satin
• Cabin sole restored, block sanded and varnished
• New Quartz countertops throughout
• New overhead upholstery w/ varnished teak trim
• New upholstered headboard
• New refer controls
• New faucets throughout
• New canvas / isinglass enclosure 
• New safety lines
• New seacocks through-out
• New Highfield Ultalight 310 tender w/Garmin 743xsv & 20hp Tohatsu
• New Full Awlgrip exterior paint job
• Added varnished teak rub rail with stainless
• New LED mood lighting in the cockpit
• New marina shore water inlet 
• New cockpit upholstery and cushions
• Boat is professionally maintained, detailed and inspected weekly
• Bottom is professionally cleaned monthly and zincs replaced as needed

The owner has spared no expense in upgrading and maintaining this beautiful Hylas 44.  Please give me a call for a personal tour in person or virtually.

Denison Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Florida Yacht & Home.

Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.