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- Beam: 13' 7''
- Hull Material: Fiberglass
- Max Draft: 6' 6''
- Fuel Tank: 1 x 250|gallon
- Fresh Water: 1 x 145|gallon
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Original Owner, Lightly Used, Cruise-Ready Hylas 49
WINDHORSE is an exceptional example of the highly regarded Hylas 49, a Sparkman & Stephens-designed center cockpit bluewater cruiser built by Queen Long Marine to the high standards that have made Hylas one of the most respected names in semi-custom offshore yachts. First time offered on the brokerage market by her original owner, WINDHORSE stands apart for her unusually light use, thoughtful ownership, and excellent presentation.
The Hylas 49 has long been one of the benchmark yachts in the serious cruising market. She offers the rare balance experienced sailors look for: a powerful and seakindly hull form, moderate draft, protected center cockpit, excellent passagemaking ergonomics, generous tankage, and a warm three-cabin interior that remains comfortable both offshore and at anchor. Her cutter rig, strong deck layout, substantial stainless hardware, and deep equipment list make her well suited for Caribbean cruising, ocean passagemaking, or extended liveaboard use.
WINDHORSE has spent her life in the Caribbean and has been used only seasonally, approximately three months per year. During one ten-year period she was covered and not used at all, then fully serviced before returning to light seasonal cruising. The result is a yacht that shows far better than her model year would suggest. Her teak interior, joinery, upholstery, and general cosmetics reflect careful stewardship, limited wear, and the kind of pride of ownership that is increasingly difficult to find in this size and age range.
Her equipment inventory is equally impressive. Highlights include a Yanmar 100 HP diesel, Northern Lights 6kW generator, Vetus bow thruster, Eco-Tech watermaker, reverse-cycle air conditioning, solar, wind generation, Prosine inverter/charger, substantial AGM house battery bank, Raymarine electronics, AIS, SSB, radar, cutter rig with Leisure Furl boom, electric primary and secondary winches, 2019 standing rigging, 2022 rudder replacement, 2024 steering chain/cable/conduit replacement, and a serious ground tackle package led by an 88 lb Rocna anchor.
Construction is another major strength. The Hylas 49 was built for real offshore service, and WINDHORSE features a Twaron-reinforced solid fiberglass hull, encapsulated lead keel, substantial deck hardware, high stanchions, aluminum toerail, robust stainless rails, and the practical systems access expected from a yacht intended to be maintained and cruised far from home. This is not a dockside cruiser dressed up for bluewater marketing; this is a genuine offshore yacht with the design, structure, and systems to back it up.
For buyers seeking a proven, high-quality cruising yacht in the 50-foot range, WINDHORSE deserves serious attention. She combines the trusted Hylas/Queen Long build, Sparkman & Stephens design pedigree, three-cabin versatility, and a level of care and light usage that make her one of the more compelling Hylas 49 offerings to come to market. She is well equipped, cruise ready, and positioned for her next owner to step aboard with confidence.
Key Features:
Denison Yachting - San Francisco is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by David Walters 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.
Windhorse is a very lightly used Hylas 49 with the traditional layout that allows access to the aft cabin from both port and starboard. She features the traditional teak and holly sole with blue Ultrasuede upholstery, louvered cabinet doors and a custom inlaid dining table. What is very event is the condition of all the teak surfaces. She looks like she is a 5-7 year old at best.
The generous salon features wrap around seating and dining table. A settee to starboard that slides out making a proper sea berth. The navigation station with seating is forward facing. The passageway galley features a large stainless double sink, light Wahlee stone countertops with top and front loading refrigeration system, and a Force ten cook top and oven.
The master suite is aft with centerline queen, extensive storage, and natural light and ventilation. The aft head features a shower and Jabsco toilet.
Third cabin is to port with over/under berths and good storage.
The VIP cabin is forward with full width V-berth, great storage, and natural light and ventilation. The two forward cabins share a head with dual access doors. The head features a Jabsco toilet, sink and folding seat in shower.
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