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- Beam: 15' 1''
- Hull Material: Fiberglass
- Displacement: 45,000 lb
- Fuel Tank: 3 x 300|gallon
- Fresh Water: 3 x 172|gallon
Designed by internationally respected yacht designer Bill Dixon and built by the renowned Ta Shing Shipyard, ONSET is a highly customized 2000 Taswell 50 Cutter that embodies the qualities serious cruisers seek in a true offshore passagemaker. Combining exceptional craftsmanship, a comfortable center cockpit layout, and extensive cruising capabilities, ONSET offers an outstanding platform for coastal cruising, extended liveaboard adventures, or offshore passagemaking.
Unlike many Taswell 50s, ONSET was extensively customized during construction by her original owner, resulting in a more spacious and functional interior. The enlarged navigation station, expanded U-shaped galley with generous storage and countertop space, custom salon arrangement with opposing settees and lounge seating, and comfortable aft owner's stateroom create an inviting interior that feels larger than many yachts in her class. Throughout the vessel, Ta Shing's renowned teak joinery and thoughtful use of space are immediately apparent.
Designed to be managed comfortably by a cruising couple, ONSET features electric in-mast furling, electric primary winches, Furlex headsail furling systems, a bow thruster, hard dodger, and a protected center cockpit, making sail handling straightforward while providing excellent comfort underway.
Over the years, the vessel has benefited from several significant systems upgrades that enhance her long-range cruising capability. Recent improvements include a modern Victron electrical management system, approximately 1,200 amp-hours of lithium battery capacity, solar charging, updated Raymarine navigation electronics, Spectra watermaker, Panda generator, AIS, SSB communications, and numerous additional cruising enhancements that provide a strong foundation for extended time aboard.
Today, ONSET represents an exciting opportunity to acquire one of the more unique Taswell 50s built. While the vessel would benefit from cosmetic exterior updates consistent with her age, her quality construction, desirable custom layout, and extensive onboard systems offer tremendous value for buyers seeking a capable offshore cruiser with excellent bones and the opportunity to personalize her to their own standards.
Whether your plans include exploring the Bahamas, cruising the Caribbean, or preparing for offshore passages, ONSET delivers the pedigree, comfort, and capability that have made the Taswell 50 a respected choice among experienced sailors.
Denison Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Collection Yachts.
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.
Stepping below deck, ONSET showcases the quality craftsmanship and thoughtful design that have long distinguished Taswell yachts. Unlike a standard Taswell 50, this vessel features a highly customized interior layout that maximizes both living space and functionality for extended cruising.
The spacious main salon offers comfortable seating to both port and starboard, featuring custom opposing settees surrounding an adjustable teak dining table along with dedicated lounge seating. Large overhead hatches, opening ports, and fixed salon windows provide abundant natural light and excellent ventilation, creating a warm and inviting living space.
Aft of the salon is an enlarged navigation station with generous chart storage, an expansive work surface, and convenient access to the vessel's electrical systems and navigation electronics.
The U-shaped galley to starboard has been expanded beyond the standard layout, providing excellent countertop space, abundant cabinetry, and practical storage for extended cruising.
Owner accommodations are located aft and feature a comfortable centerline queen berth, generous drawer storage, cedar-lined hanging locker, vanity, and private ensuite head with separate shower.
Forward, guests enjoy a spacious full-beam stateroom with a large double berth, abundant storage, and excellent natural ventilation. An additional guest cabin to port provides a generous single berth with dedicated storage, making the vessel well suited for cruising with family or additional guests.
Throughout the vessel, beautifully crafted teak joinery, numerous custom storage solutions, and practical cruising-oriented design create a comfortable interior well suited for both extended passagemaking and liveaboard use.
Accommodations Features
Designed for extended cruising, ONSET's customized U-shaped galley provides exceptional workspace, storage, and functionality rarely found aboard a 50-foot sailing yacht. Expanded during construction, the galley offers generous Corian countertops, abundant cabinetry, deep storage drawers, and excellent access to appliances, making meal preparation comfortable whether underway or at anchor.
Located adjacent to the salon, the galley remains well connected to the living space while providing secure footing underway.
Galley Equipment
ONSET is well equipped for coastal cruising and offshore passagemaking with an extensive navigation suite centered around Raymarine electronics and comprehensive communication systems. The enlarged navigation station provides an excellent command center for voyage planning, system monitoring, and weather routing.
Navigation Equipment
A significant investment has been made in ONSET's electrical infrastructure, providing the capacity and system monitoring expected aboard a modern long-range cruising yacht. The upgraded lithium battery bank, Victron power management components, solar charging system, and inverter allow for extended periods away from shore power while supporting today's onboard electrical demands.
Electrical Equipment
Power is provided by a 154 HP Yanmar 4LHTE turbocharged diesel with approximately 1,698 engine hours. Excellent engine room accessibility allows straightforward routine maintenance and inspection, with six access panels providing exceptional access to machinery and service points. The vessel is additionally equipped with a Panda diesel generator, Spectra watermaker, bow thruster, multiple bilge pumps, and Cruisair reverse-cycle air conditioning systems.
Mechanical Equipment
Built by Ta Shing, ONSET features a solid fiberglass hull with robust structural reinforcement, skeg-supported rudder, and Bill Dixon's shoal-draft Scheel keel design. The combination provides excellent directional stability, offshore capability, and reduced draft for exploring shallower cruising grounds.
Hull
The deck layout reflects ONSET's offshore cruising pedigree, offering wide side decks, secure movement throughout the vessel, generous cockpit protection, and practical sail handling systems. Multiple storage lockers, quality deck hardware, and extensive handholds contribute to safe operation under way.
Deck Equipment
Designed for efficient short-handed sailing, ONSET features electric in-mast furling, furling headsails, electric primary winches, and a versatile sail inventory suitable for coastal cruising and offshore passages.
Rigging
Winches
ONSET has been outfitted with a comprehensive collection of offshore safety equipment appropriate for extended cruising.
Safety Equipment
Tender Equipment
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