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47 Molokai Power Catamaran

Is the Aquila 47 Molokai Power Catamaran a luxury catamaran with serious fishing chops? Or is it a serious fishing catamaran with luxurious appointments and accommodations? That’s for you to decide.

One thing that is certain is that the Aquila 47 Molokai is the first catamaran of its kind. Until now, if you wanted a center console catamaran with the speed, ride and fishability required for overnight runs to the canyons, banks or islands, your sleeping accommodations were going to consist of a beanbag on deck or, at best, an airbed on the console floor.

The Aquila 47 Molokai, though, combines real offshore fishing chops with not only a head and shower but also a spacious, air-conditioned stateroom with a queen-sized island berth. Two entry doors provide easy access, while large overhead and side windows flood the cabin with natural light during the day and let you stargaze from your bed at night.

Powered by twin 600 hp or quad 400 hp Mercury Verado outboards, the Aquila 47 Molokai delivers thrilling performance and a smooth, predictable ride, thanks to her aggressive twin-step hull design and strong, lightweight vacuum-infused construction. Joystick piloting makes close-quarters maneuvering a breeze, while a 1,048-gallon (3,967 Liter) fuel capacity brings any horizon within reach.

Underway, seven protected helm seats in two air-conditioned rows keep your crew safe and comfortable, while state-of-the-art Raymarine electronics, C-Zone digital switching and a custom-tuned Fusion audio system put information and entertainment at your fingertips.

On the fishing grounds, pressurized livewells fed by a Hooker sea chest keep your bait lively, while cavernous fish boxes accommodate the largest fish and longest trips. Electric reel outlets provide power for deep-dropping, and the carbon fiber hardtop is factory reinforced for outriggers and custom towers.

So, where will you go with your Aquila 47 Molokai?

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Archipelago 47

THE ULTIMATE EXPLORER CATAMARAN

is the 47 foot (14.5m) ocean-capable Archipelago 47. Bridging the gap between performance, range and luxury accommodation, the Archipelago 47 offers the ultimate adventure. Born from the highest quality design and engineering, the Archipelago forty-seven offers ultimate performance, functionality and comfort.

From the outset we wanted the Archipelago 47 to feel like home. Many yachts with a high-level of sea-keeping ability are basic and functional, and lack the luxury feel of a family cruiser; the Archipelago 47 changes this. The yacht perfectly marries the functionality of an offshore cruiser – with easily accessible and serviceable systems – with the homely feel of a family cruiser. As we employed this philosophy from the start we are able to offer features that allow you to cruise for longer, whilst still maintaining the comfort for your family and friends.

Boating shouldn’t just be for the summer

Most family cruisers are totally impractical in the winter because they have not thought through this simple issue: light. You cannot safely navigate from a brightly-lit helmstation. When conditions demand, the Archipelago 47 features a unique saloon divide which allows the helm to safely navigate the boat from a dark, well-equipped wheelhouse, whilst family and friends can enjoy a warm lounge environment with underfloor heating, AV and galley, to keep them entertained and cosy on the coldest winter nights.

ARCHIPELAGO 47 KEY FEATURES

ACCOMMODATION

Up to 30 knots

SHALLOW DRAFT

OTHER FEATURES

Ocean capable

A variety of propulsion options available (including hybrid and electric) depending on requirement

Highly flexible design service with customisation as standard

A selection of high-quality interior finishes

Wheelchair accessible as standard

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This 47 foot luxury catamaran is the newest & largest in our fleet

UP TO 8 GUESTS

5 BATHROOMS

This luxurious Fountaine Pajot catamaran is beautifully designed to maximize space for living, entertaining and relaxing. With 4 available double cabins and separate crew cabin this yacht is perfect for 4-8 guests looking for extra room to spread out and private ensuite bathrooms for each cabin.

Because of its size, the Saona 47 requires a hostess for the week. They will help the skipper sail and dock the yacht in addition to taking care of the cooking and cleaning.

• Includes an experienced local sailing skipper & hostess
• 4 available double cabins (the port quarter cabin has a dedicated entrance from the back deck)
• 4 full ensuite bathrooms
• Separate skipper/hostess bunk cabin
• Spacious kitchen & saloon with large refrigerator, sink, oven, and stove
• Generator with air conditioning for limited use
• Three large outdoor areas for relaxing and entertaining: foredeck with cushions, spacious rear dining space, and upper lounge deck
• Front netting with additional cushions, perfect for relaxing in the sun

Features & Amenities

Snorkel sets, refrigerator, full kitchen, on-deck sound system, air conditioning, dishes, glasses & cutlery.

The yacht includes all of the cups, plates and silverware you’ll need for your meals, drinks and snacks.

Shower on Deck

There is a handheld shower on the back of the yacht near the swim deck. This is great for rinsing off after an afternoon swim. Don’t worry, there are showers in the bathrooms too.

If you anchor off a secluded beach, you can use the dinghy to get ashore. Occasionally, you’ll also use the dinghy in port if the marina is crowded.

All of our yachts include free unlimited wifi via a modem that connects to the 4G cell network.

Hostess Included

Indoor & outdoor dining areas, inverter/ac power, bed linens & towels.

You’ll choose from four available cabins on the Saona 47 – each comes with private ensuite bathrooms with full showers. The cabins also include reading lights, storage for shoes and gear, southern European outlets, and a closet for hanging clothes. The fifth bathroom is between the two port cabins and is accessible from the saloon.

Your skipper and hostess will sleep in a 5th bunk bed cabin in the port hull.

Experienced, Local Sailing Skipper Hostess Included Half-board: Breakfast & Lunch Included Basic Snorkel Sets 2GB of Wifi Luxury Linens All Port Fees Included Fuel Costs Included VAT/Tax Included End-Cleaning Included

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Prices may vary depending on number of guests and other factors. Please contact us for exact pricing.

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  Discover the Top Power Catamarans for 2024

  • By Yachting Staff
  • Updated: September 10, 2024

  Power catamarans have seen a surge in popularity, growing both in size and appeal. These cruise-focused yachts offer homelike comfort, fuel efficiency and user-friendly operation, making them a favorite among avid travelers. Their popularity extends to the bareboat charter market for the same reasons.

  In this article, we explore the world’s top power catamarans, ranging from a 36-footer ideal for a cruising couple to a 78-footer perfect for entertaining friends and family. The propulsion options are diverse, including outboards, diesel inboards, hybrids, and even all-solar setups.

  Top Luxury Power Catamarans

  The following power catamarans are all vessels we’ve reviewed. They are listed in no particular order.

  • Fountaine Pajot MY44 : A family-oriented cat suitable for long-range cruising and aimed at owner-operators. 
  • Silent Yachts 60 : This is a catamaran that can cruise comfortably for long distances using emissions-free solar-electric propulsion.
  • Horizon PC74 : With interior and deck space like a much larger vessel, the PC74 is perfect for cruising the Bahamas and Caribbean.
  • Aquila 36 : This beefy 36-footer is an outboard-powered, express-cruiser-style catamaran.
  • Lagoon Seventy 8 Powercat : A spacious design, this vessel fits the volume of a 130-foot-long monohull into just 78 feet of length overall. 
  • Horizon PC68 : This cat has a stable ride, long range, volume to spare and intriguing layout options.
  • Two Oceans 555 : An elegantly simple yet luxurious 55-foot custom with the space and amenities of a much larger vessel.
  • Lagoon 630 : From its open salon to its spacious decks, the Lagoon is a comfortable and luxurious platform.
  • Fountaine Pajot MY5 : A midsize cruiser with serious big-boat space for family and friends. 
  • Prestige Yachts M8 : The voluminous 65-footer lets owners customize onboard spaces.
  • Aquila 47 Molokai : Calling all anglers: This cat has 60-plus-knot speed and is set up for serious bluewater adventure.

  Fountaine Pajot MY44

  The  Fountaine Pajot MY44 , a creation of Italian architect Pierangelo Andreani and French designer Daniel Andrieu, has a main deck that’s open from the aft-deck seating all the way forward to the starboard helm station. The sense of spaciousness is significant, for several reasons. First, four glass panels aft can all slide to port, creating an indoor-outdoor space with the aft deck and salon. In the salon, 32-inch-high windows extend for 12 feet down the sides of the yacht, with three sections per side, bringing in natural light along with the three forward panes that comprise the windshield. Finally, 6-foot-6-inch headroom provides vertical clearance, with a 21-foot-7-inch beam that adds interior roominess while keeping the yacht stable.

  

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  	44’
  	21’5”
  	530 gal.
  	184 gal.
  	6’6”
  	32,850 lb.

  Silent Yachts 60

  Solar panels, ocean-crossing range and self-sufficiency define the electric Silent-Yachts 60 power catamaran. If there was any question that the “Tesla moment” has arrived in yachting, the Silent 60 clearly provides a positive response. Consider, for a moment, crossing oceans in silence at 5 to 6 knots without consuming a drop of fuel and never needing to plan your course between fuel stops. Imagine sitting at anchor and running the air conditioning all night, not to mention all the galley appliances plus the washer-dryer, without the hum or fumes from a genset.

  

  	62’
  	29’6”
  	4’5”
  	68,000 lb.

  Horizon PC74

  As founder and director of The Powercat Company, a Horizon Power Catamarans distributor, Stuart Hegerstrom had long believed that catamaran builders needed to design their yachts to more stylish standards.

  “The boats were very boxy,” he says, based on his years of experience with cats in the charter market. He and his partner, Richard Ford, asked Horizon to produce models that had high-end finishes and looked good inside and out.

  The Horizon team brought in mega-yacht designer JC Espinosa to work with its own craftsmen. The result aboard the  Horizon PC74  is a catamaran with exterior styling, layout and functionality that should appeal to private and charter owners alike.

  

  	73’9”
  	28’3”
  	2,000 gal.
  	400 gal.
  	6’
  	163,140 lb.

  The Aquila 36  is a departure from her sisterships in that she is an outboard-powered, express-cruiser-style catamaran, but she also adheres to MarineMax’s philosophies.

  With a single main living level from bow to stern and a beam of 14 feet 7 inches, the Aquila 36 is like a bowrider on steroids. She has seating that can handle 20 adults for outings and barbecues, and there are two staterooms below, one in each hull, for family weekending. The staterooms have nearly queen-size berths, en suite heads, stowage and 6-foot-6-inch headroom.

  

  	36’
  	14’7”
  	356 gal.
  	200 gal.
  	2’ (engines trimmed up)
  	21,572 lb.

  Lagoon Seventy 8 Powercat

  Lagoon is a division of Groupe Beneteau, the world’s largest builder of sailing yachts, and the  Lagoon Seventy 8 Powercat  is a developmental sistership of its Seventy 7 super sailing cat. The Seventy series yachts are built at Construction Navale Bordeaux in France, which had to add a new yard to construct these catamarans because they require separate stern molds for the power and sail versions.

  

  	78’1”
  	36’1”
  	2,246 gal.
  	422 gal.
  	4’2”
  	131,153 lb.

  

  Horizon PC68

  Multihull yachts ride differently than monohulls, often counteracting the sea’s motion for a smoother, more stable ride. On the Horizon PC68 , sharp hull entries make head seas seem gentle, and a Humphree stabilization system with blades reduces roll. Horizon uses SCRIMP construction for resin saturation that maximizes strength with an 111,112-pound displacement. And with a 5-foot-4-inch draft, the PC68 invites island cruising.

  

  	60’9”
  	24’6”
  	1,000 gal.
  	250 gal.
  	4’9”
  	83,467 lb.

  Two Oceans 555

  With 27-knot speed, house-like volume, an on-deck master and top-tier tech, the Two Oceans 555 is a formidable power catamaran. Dave Jirikovic of HMY Yachts was on a quest. The sales broker was looking for the meanest, nastiest patch of Gulf Stream he could find to show a potential client what the Two Oceans 555 power cat could handle. And just as he had intended to show us, the broad-shouldered power cat didn’t even notice. He even dropped the single-lever throttles back to idle and left the 25-foot-wide Two Oceans 555 beam-on to another set of square-edged seas. The 55-footer brushed that off too. Jirikovic tried quartering into the seas—never a happy angle for catamarans—and the yacht drowsed through them.

  

  	55’6”
  	25’
  	750 gal.
  	200 gal.
  	49,600 lb.

  Fitted with the optional twin 300-horsepower Volvo Penta D4 diesels, the  Lagoon 630 MY  burns only 1.64 gph total at 6 knots, giving a theoretical range of 2,952 nautical miles with standard tankage of 793 gallons. Hull No. 1 had an optional 502-gallon tank, giving it transatlantic range.

  Luxury, stability and economy are all hallmarks of Lagoon’s return to luxury motor yachts. If you can take a ride, it will be worth your time.

  

  	64’
  	32’10”
  	793 gal.
  	254 gal.
  	3’11”
  	70,097 lb.

  Fountaine Pajot MY5

  The flybridge deck on the Fountaine Pajot MY5 is a standout feature, offering virtually unobstructed 360-degree ocean views and an elevated beach club vibe. Aft of the off-center starboard helm is a spacious area perfect for entertaining, complete with a wet bar, refrigeration center, and ample seating. It’s the most popular space aboard according to the builder. And if the weather turns for the worse, a second helm station in the saloon allows the skipper to pilot the MY5 in climate-controlled comfort.

  

  	42’4”
  	19’9”
  	372 gal.
  	112 gal.
  	3’7”
  	46,000 lb.

  Prestige Yachts M8

  How fitting it was that Prestige Yachts introduced its new M-Line flagship, the M8 , at Portopiccolo, a picturesque yachting village outside Trieste, Italy. Formerly a quarry, the cliff-side area had been chiseled into a clean site rife with eye-catching vistas, much like the French builder’s 65-foot power catamaran and its nearly 3,000 square feet of usable real estate.

  

  	65’
  	29’
  	978 gal.
  	224 gal.
  	5’5”
  	98,379 lb.

  Aquila 47 Molokai

  With every boat, there’s an origin story. In the case of the Aquila 47 Molokai power catamaran, it starts with MarineMax, which saw people renting boats for bareboat charters. MarineMax Vacations was born. After experimenting with several production yachts, the company decided to build its own: the Aquila line, designed for charter as well as for sale to owner-operators.

  

  	49’4”
  	14’7”
  	1,048 gal.
  	2’2” (engines trimmed up)
  	22,818 lb.

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  Excess 11 review: A very rare sub-40ft cruising catamaran

  • Theo Stocker
  • September 10, 2024

  A cruising cat much under 40ft is a rare beast, especially one that’s meant to be fun to sail. Theo Stocker went to see if the Excess 11 really delivers.

  

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  Catamarans don’t belong in the UK, I hear you cry. If you’ve been put off by towering topsides, the vast beam and ideas about how much it might cost to keep one in a marina, or their supposed lack of upwind performance, then stay with me. The Excess 11 is a boat that has certainly made me think again.

  High-volume production catamarans certainly make fantastic boats for chartering with your family in hot climates and introducing nervous crew to life afloat, but I was eager to find out if a new brand of catamaran could also make a genuinely practical and enjoyable cruising boat for private owners to sail in the UK’s more temperate waters.

  If you’re looking for a cruising catamaran you have, until fairly recently, faced a choice between a high-volume, stubby-keeled cruising catamaran, or a dagger-boarded speed machine. Alongside Nautitech , however, Excess has jumped into a niche for high- volume but modest displacement cruising cats that seek to offer the best of both worlds.

  

  Theo found the Excess 11 is resilient with an impressive finish. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  The Excess brand emerged from the Beneteau Group just six years ago to fill this perceived void. Employing top racing catamaran and foiling IMOCA designers VPLP means this boat has at least a modicum of performance in her DNA. Could this be a catamaran that’s comfy to live on, reassuringly solid at sea, and still genuinely engaging to sail?

  At first glance, the Excess 11 has much in common with other modern cruising cats – high topsides, a generously glazed deck saloon, staggering amounts of space in the hulls, and shallow, long chord keels. But it was her differences that piqued my interest. To start with she’s just 37ft in length – a good 3ft shorter than any of her competitors, and only the Broadblue 345 is smaller than this.

  Rather than a single, raised helm station, she has twin helms on the main deck level, aft and outboard of the superstructure. To bring the helm to life, steering uses Dyneema cables rather than hydraulics, and with the wheels where they are, this is a surprisingly short cable run to minimise play and maximise feeling.

  

  Sheeting angles are controlled by in-and-out haulers for the overlapping genoa. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  Winches are at deck level, too, so there’s more for crew to do if they want to get involved, and she comes at a surprisingly competitive price when you compare her to monohulls – the Excess 11 may cost more than boats of a similar length, but for the same space aboard you’d need to be looking at a boat at least five or 10ft longer.

  So it was that I found myself motoring down the Hamble river at the bright orange wheel of an Excess 11. With both wheels set right aft and outboard you have a pretty unobstructed view directly forwards and outboard. Look through the glazing, and you then get a surprisingly clear view through the arcs obstructed by the saloon.

  Step inboard slightly, still within reach of the wheel, and you can see round the support posts and straight out of the front of the boat. It takes a little getting used to as the tops of the windows were slightly below eye level (I’m 6ft 1in tall), but it’s similar to helming a deck-saloon monohull or even just ducking to leeward to look round a headsail.

  

  The boom is low enough to make stowing the sail easy from atop the coach roof. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  Command and control with the Excess 11

  As we motored along, I was reassured that I could control the boat from either side, thanks to the electronic throttles controlling the twin 29hp Yanmar inboards; this means command can be taken from either wheel.

  While cats are directionally stable, you might notice that, as with many other cats, there’s no prop wash over the rudders. That’s because her rudders are ahead of the propellers – an arrangement that allows the engines to be pushed right aft, saving space for the aft cabins. Not an issue in a cat as you can drive it on the throttles like a tank – not that I’ve ever driven one of those, but I imagine it’s similar.

  We didn’t get the sunniest of days – the clouds stubbornly obscured the sun all day and the temperature was remarkably low for mid summer – but at least we had a decent breeze. As you’d expect from a multihull, the main is large and powerful to help propel drive the extra hull, but a two-to-one halyard taken to the powered winch ahead of the starboard helm help us set sail.

  

  The dramatic hull flares are obvious seen from the bows. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  On our test Excess 11, Sea Ventures’ stock boat, all lines other than a couple of halyards were led aft to clutches and a winch ahead of the starboard wheel, including both sheets for the overlapping jib. Most owners opt for the self-tacking jib, which simplifies things further.

  With all lines taken to one side there’s a lot of rope in one place, which needs keeping tidy, though I can see that splitting controls to both sides would make some of them frustratingly hard to reach for the helm.

  Underway, we faced a beat out of Southampton Water and around Bramble Bank into open water. Before I had a chance to remember that multihulls aren’t meant to tack well, I’d put her into a tack just as I would a monohull; she popped through easily and was off again almost instantly.

  

  When it comes to a cruiser that the whole family can enjoy, a catamaran is a sensible option. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  A slight bear away helped rebuild any lost momentum and we were back pointing up to 40º-43º off the apparent wind, giving us a compass tacking angle of 115º-120º – not bad for a cruising cat. When you take into account that we were doing over 7 knots upwind, upwind in a Force 4, in a 37-footer, on a completely even keel, that’s actually pretty impressive and probably almost a knot faster than you’d get from the same size monohull. Clearly, in a big seaway, the extra hull and potential slamming from the nacelle might see this drop off, but the Solent chop wasn’t anywhere near big enough to test this.

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  Enjoyable helming

  Steering from the windward helm, I loved being outboard and able to see forwards and to feel the wind in my face. The helm was light and responsive, and while you don’t get the feedback of the boat heeling and loading up, it was sensitive enough for me to feel the fore-and-aft balance of the sailplan – not something you’d get in your average heavy cruising cat. Seeing the genoa telltales wasn’t the easiest, so helming from leeward helped with this.

  

  The starboard wheel was home to most of the controls, but throttles can be used on either side. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  In terms of visibility, it was, if anything, better than when sailing to windward in a monohull, as the sail is above the line of sight from the hull, and the saloon windows remain conducive to looking through.

  Bearing away and in a freshening breeze, we accelerated slightly to 7.5 knots on a close reach, but the real speed came from setting the 54m2 Code Zero, which was set and furled on the foldable bowsprit (this hinges away to reduce length when in harbour). We comfortably maintained speeds over 8 knots, with the occasional foray into the high nines and a max speed of 10.1 knots with the wake fizzing off the transoms as the wind gusted to the top end of the recommended windspeed for the Code Zero. The huge asymmetric is an option for lighter airs and deeper angles.

  

  A modest galley and chart table are plenty for cruising as a couple or with a couple of friends. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  The sailplan crossover table for recommended wind ranges for each sail option by the helms was a useful addition; without heel angle you need to sail a cat more by numbers. Experienced owners might be willing to bend the rules, but even so, this looks and feels like a boat that can stand up to her canvas well. She’s not going to be planing, but surfs in double digits are well within her reach.

  Handling the Code Zero was straight-forward – the headsail halyards are the only lines taken to port, plus the furling line for the Zero, and sheets are led to the winches either side, so you do need a couple of people to release and sheet in after a gybe. Furling the sail is probably the easier way to gybe in reality, though handling the winches is easy enough from the helm. If you did want two winches, you’d have to move up to the larger Excess 14.

  

  Good cruising speeds can be reached with minimum fuss. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  The big plus of having the wheels and lines all on deck level with the cockpit is that it is easy for crew to lend a hand, helping them feel involved and making communication easier. It would also feel more secure in a seaway, while the proximity to the water makes the sailing experience more engaging.

  Seats fold down behind the helm across the transom access giving two people somewhere comfy to sit and improving the sense of security at the wheel, also helped by the high bulwark outboard. Steps inboard of the wheels take you up onto the wide side decks.

  On deck, much of the foredeck is trampoline to keep weight and potential sources of slamming well aft. The anchor mounts to a bow roller next to the forestay with the chain led aft to the vast nacelle lockers ahead of the saloon windows via a moulded channel, which keeps the chain flush underfoot. Most owners will opt for the second 300-litre water tank in this locker, as there’s easily space for it and crew will be happier with less strict water rationing.

  

  The saloon nav station adds practical work space, though too small to hold a chart. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  All accommodation hatches are flush in the deck, and in each bow is a cavernous fo’c’sle locker for extra kit and sails. There’s an option for these lockers to be made into extra berths if you want capacity for 12 on board.

  The Excess 11’s sociable cockpit

  Living arrangements on board the Excess 11 are very practical, especially for a crew of six in the three-cabin layout most owners opt for. We found crew congregate at the back of the cockpit, where there are six seats across the stern, as well as the bench seat to port and an L-shaped seat around the cockpit table, giving plenty of space to relax.

  

  A hard-top canopy keeps weather and sun at bay over the well-sheltered cockpit. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  The low boom means packing the sail can be done at waist height from the canopy without any additional climbing, so many owners opt for the hard-top cockpit canopy so that it can be walked on, as well as a place to mount solar panels. A folding canvas ‘targa’ top is also an option, however, if you want to let more light in.

  Walk forwards through the sliding doors and you find yourself in a large open space around the saloon table, surrounded by an L-shaped settee against the forward bulkhead, with a couple of stools for extra seating. At the starboard end there is a nav station, though in reality navigation will be done on deck.

  Against the aft and outboard sides to starboard is the L-shaped galley, with a fixed oven and two-burner gas hob, front-opening fridge, and a few lockers. To port of the entrance are another set of large lockers, ideal for stowing lifejackets and other sailing kit, or more food, and there’s also stowage under the saloon seats. It isn’t the world’s largest galley, but I had to keep on reminding myself this boat is just 37ft. It’s more than enough for a cruise of a week or two, or longer for a couple.

  

  Space and light make the saloon a pleasant place to be in harbour and underway. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  It’s down in the hulls that you really see the merit of the hulls’ volume. A marked flare above the waterline maximises space without adding drag, and the resulting chines keep spray down. Clever contours in the topsides also reduce the visual impact of big slab sides, while adding strength and volume.

  To port, there are double cabins fore and aft, both with more-or-less square berths and a good-sized heads with separate shower compartment between them. Each enjoys a large hull window with opening port and a deckhead opening hatch, plus a couple of lockers and under-bed stowage spaces.

  The starboard hull is the real selling point, however. How many 37-footers can offer almost the whole length for a single cabin? The owner’s ‘suite’ can be shut off from the rest of the boat with a sliding door across the stairs. There’s a locker and desk/dressing table at the bottom of the three steps, and a huge double berth aft, while the forward end is occupied by a big bathroom – nothing like the cramped heads you and I know – with a separate shower compartment, and more lockers.

  

  Palatial space for the owner’s cabin, thanks to having a whole hull to yourselves. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  The Excess 11 is built for resilience

  In terms of maintenance, there’s very little you’ll need access to, other than the heads seacocks in the main hulls. Most of the systems are congregated in the large engine bays just aft of the wheels, accessed via deck panels that helpfully hinge aft, so you can access them without having to perch on the bathing platform.

  On the whole, access is good, though the engines are mounted the ‘right way’ round with the sail drives aft, but this means that the alternator, impeller and water strainer are all tucked right forwards with no way of tackling them head on. The yard explained that if the engines were mounted the other way round, with the saildrives closer to the rudders, it would have made both rudder and propeller less efficient, though they acknowledged that it was something of a trade-off.

  

  Aft-hinged engine bay hatches allow good access to the aft end of the engine and most systems from on board. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  The other possible issue was that the Dyneema steering cables I so liked at the helm run immediately above the engine. While HMPE rope has a melting point of 150ºC, its maximum operating temperature, according to Southern Ropes, is 70ºC, where some engines will run at over 80ºC in normal operation.

  In the event of an engine fire, you could well lose the steering cable, though the opposite wheel should continue to give you steerage with both rudders via the tie bar, or failing that, the emergency tiller. Other than this, I was impressed with the finish of the boat, which seemed to be of a good standard and with no obvious rough edges.

  Structurally, the Excess 11 has been designed to be pretty bombproof. A cat doesn’t need ballast, so all of the weight can go into structural integrity. The keels are designed with extra GRP reinforced ‘shoes’ and for vertical load bearing so the boat can sit comfortably on the keels. These are moulded as part of the hull, filled with foam and capped with laminate, before the whole structure is vacuum-infused with resin.

  

  Most owners will opt for the larger Pulse Line sailplan and the simpler self-tacking jib. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  There are no keel bolts to worry about, but they are designed so that if the keels suffered a large side impact, the keel would fail without damage to the watertight integrity of the hull, acting as a fuse, allowing the boat to sail on and seek repair, which seems eminently sensible to me.

  

  Guests aren’t short-changed either, with huge berths and views out of the hull windows. Photo: Paul Wyeth

  Excess 11 specifications:

  LOA: 11.42m / 37ft 6in Hull length: 11.33m / 27ft 2in Beam: 6.59m / 21ft 7in Draught: 1.15m / 21ft 7in Displacement: 9,000kg /19, 845 lb Sail area: 77m2 / 829 sq ft (Pulse line 82m2 / 882 sq ft) Disp/length: 173 SA/D Ratio: 18 Engine: 2 x 29hp Yanmar Transmission: Saildrive Water: 300L / 79gal (+300L optional) Fuel: 400L / 103gal Berths: 6-12 RCD Category: A8 Designer: VPLP Builder: Beneteau UK Agent: sea-ventures.co.uk

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  I may sail monohull predominantly, but I’ve chartered a few cats and sailed some small multihulls, so I stepped aboard the Excess 11 with an open mind, and found myself quickly warming to the boat. It took much less than you might think for this boat to come alive as a sailing boat, delivering a genuinely engaging and enjoyable experience on the helm, whilst giving your crew a thoroughly civilised time on board too. The layout of the helms, deck and accommodation were all well thought through and user-friendly for a short-handed crew, and I was sold by the one-level sailing and living approach. For what I’d see as a ‘low-maintenance’ boat to sail, the Excess offers performance and fun for eating up miles with ease, at the same time as being staggeringly spacious and comfortable for her length.

  

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  The 2019 Catamaran Cruisers Houseboat is currently available for sale in Boston Massachusetts. This boat has a price of $239,000. Our team at Seattle Yachts is here to help you find the right boat for your needs, budget, and style. We have access to boats off the market that will never be seen online, so contact us today with your interest.

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  Price:	$239,000
  Boat Name:	--
  Make:	Catamaran Cruisers
  Model:	Houseboat
  Year:	2019
  Condition:	Used
  Category:	House Boats
  Construction:	Fiberglass
  Length:	42 ft
  Display Length:	42 ft
  Beam:	14 ft in
  Max Draft:	3 ft in
  Min Draft:	--

  Fuel Capacity (Gallons):	6
  Fuel Type:	Gas/Petrol
  Fresh Water Capacity (Gallons):	--
  Max Speed:	6 kn
  Displacement:	--
  Number of Engines:	1
  Engine Make	Yamaha
  Engine Model	T60LB
  Engine Power	60.00 HP
  City:	Boston
  State:	Massachusetts
  Country:	United States

  This listing has sold. To check if it, or a sistership, has come back on the market, please call us.

  2019 Catamaran Cruisers 42' Houseboat

  Outstanding opportunity to purchase your own private floating home with views of Boston harbor! Affordably priced as an entry level first “water-home”, she is a BIG 42 footer with much more useable and liveable space than either a regular 42’ boat or a one bedroom waterfront condo would accord. She’s perfect for either a single person or couple desiring a cozy waterfront home for a fraction of the price of a waterfront condo or apt in Boston! Her layout is very versatile depending on your personal preference. Currently she’s setup as an open studio/bedroom/galley area with a separate “den” that leads out to a private deck in the rear of the boat. However, she can easily be converted back to the original layout which offers a large and open “country” area with galley, dining table, couch and entertainment unit with a private bedroom aft with double bed, closet and again, access to the private aft-deck. Additionally, not only are there 2 lower level decks for outside enjoyment (the aft of which is very private) but there is the bonus of a very sizeable upper deck with great views and room for a small crowd of guests!

  Other nice features of this relatively new boat are very low maintenance and very little to worry about and much to just enjoy! Last but not least is the new addition of a Mitsubishi Mini-split HVAC system-a state of the art system for seamless climate control and high efficiency! This is a great modern alternative to electric baseboard and space heaters. Due to her low price point, she will not last long! If you’ve been waiting for and wanting an entry level affordable houseboat then THIS is YOUR chance!

  I sell more houseboats in Boston than anyone in Boston and I can tell you that this one will not last long. Call today to arrange your viewing!

  Vessel Walkthrough and Details

  Boarding is at the bow of the boat onto a generously sized lower deck. Proceeding aft through a sliding door is the full beam salon and country galley aft and to starboard. Opposite the galley is the private full bathroom with separate shower stall, vanity and marine toilet. Opposite the galley and forward is a generous amount of space for either a bed (the current setup) OR a dining table and convertible sleep sofa for occasional guests (not included) Proceeding aft is the den or master stateroom with generous clothes closet and room for a double bed. Proceeding further aft through a sliding door is the private owner’s deck with great water views. The upper full beam deck is accessed by a ship’s ladder from this deck. This upper deck is your private haven to entertain or just sit and enjoy the wonder and magic of the marine environment! Take it from this experienced liveaboard of over 40 years!!

  Main Salon:

  • Large full beam open architecture with country galley/breakfast bar
  • Ample large windows for maximum natural light
  • Lots of room for dining table, queen sleep sofa, occasional chairs and entertainment area
  • Access to forward lower deck through large sliding glass door
  • Lower helm area
  • Circuit breaker panel
  • Laminate wood flooring
  • Bank of 4 drawers
  • Ample cabinet storage above and below counter tops
  • Electric INSTANT ON DEMAND water heater for efficiency
  • 2-Burner hotplate
  • Double porcelain sink
  • Microwave Oven atop fridge
  • Over/under freezer and refrigerator
  • Separate dining area with room for a small dining table
  • Galley can be converted back to a more custom and fully equipped version for relatively small cost

  Master Stateroom:

  • Room for double size platform bed
  • Generous hanging closet with extra space beyond width of door
  • Room for bedside night tables
  • Side window for extra natural light
  • Large picture window/sliding glass door with private harbor views from bed
  • Private master aft deck with private access

  Upper Deck:

  • Expansive full beam deck!
  • Full High grade aluminum guard rails around perimeter for safety
  • Low maintenance painted fiberglass deck
  • Great Boston Harbor views!!!!
  • Totally open arrangement for total customization with the furniture of your choice

  Electronics and Helm:

  • Standard helm with basic outboard engine controls and instrumentation
  • Depth Sounder
  • Docking Lights

  Electrical and HVAC:

  • New 50amp/220v Shorepower inlet to serve new Mitsubishi mini split HVAC system (approx. 12k addition)
  • 30amp/120v Shorepwer inlet (existing) to handle ships 110v remaining service
  • Full circuit breakers for all circuits
  • Existing propane heating system ducted throughout boat-can be used as auxiliary or backup if desired
  • 110v Outlets throughout
  • GFCI outlets as required by general safety standards

  Engine Details and Mechanical Equipment:

  • 60HP Yamaha Outboard 4-Stroke engine new in 2019

  Broker's Comments

  This is a rare opportunity to own a like new entry level houseboat for relatively short money in what is arguably THE best liveaboard marina in Boston. Easy to maintain with a huge HVAC and electrical upgrade! Easy to maintain and easy to decorate and make your own! Call today as she won’t last long!

  Mechanical Disclaimer

  Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

  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.

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  • Fountaine Pajot Introduces New Sustainable, Affordable 41-Foot Cruising Cat

  Cannes, France – On Monday, Fontaine Pajot, one of the world leading catamaran builders, made several announcements about the company at the Cannnes Boat Show with the highlight being that the builder was launching an all-new 41. What’s interesting about the new 41, in particular, is that the new cruising cat in the fruit of a three-year program called Odysea, that is transforming the company’s corporate and build philosophy.

  FP is a pioneer in the cruising cat market and they now have more than 4,000 boats sailing all over the world. The company employs 1,300 craftsmen and has an annual turnover of 300 million Euros. They are a player and they are a close competitor to their compatriot cat builders Lagoon & Excess, brands of Groupe Beneteau.

  FP is also a pioneer in developing sustainable technologies and has more than 30 cats out cruising with either hybrid electric, all-electric or hydrogen propulsions system.  The company’s intention is to build boats that put cruisers into a close relationship with the ocean and coastal areas they love and to do so in boats that are as eco-friendly and sustainable as possible. The corporate goal, they report, is to reduce the carbon footprint of new boats by 47% by 2030.  Odysea is the program to get them there.

  

  Key elements in the new 41’s cruising and sailing experience are:

  Beamier, more spacious hulls and saloon for a more comfortable living experience.

  Large cockpit with ample lounges and a lower aft platform for swimming and dinghy storage

  A forward lounging area with an optional awning for quiet time

  A larger sail plan and deeper fixed keels to enhance sailing performance

  Large windows and hull glazing for great views, natural light and an intimacy with nature

  

  Key elements in the 41’s sustainability experience are:

  Huge solar arrays on the cabin top and in the bows where trampolines are normal

  The solar panels feed a huge battery bank that will run all onboard functions, including air conditions for more than 12 hours

  Optional hybrid diesel electric propulsion

  Optional all-electric or all hydrogen propulsion

  The new FP 41 is scheduled for launch in April 2025 and has a base price of 400,000 Euros, which is a significant sum but a very good value in the 40-foot segment of the cruising cat market.

  Read more about Fountsaine Pajot yachts and Odysea here .

  

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  The double helm and manoeuvring station that’s already proved itself across all Fountaine Pajot catamarans is now an integral part of the deck layout. Positioned at mid-height, it offers a perfect view of the water and the sails. It allows you to maintain contact with the crew in the cockpit, as well as those on the new sundeck.

  

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  The New 41 is available in a “maestro” owner’s version: the port hull becomes a genuine suite. The “quatuor” version offers 4 cabins and 2 to 4 bathrooms. In all the cabins, you can enjoy sea views through the large windows and very wide beds thanks to the chines in the hull.

  

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  Innovative, high-tech composite materials constitute most of the structure of our sailing catamarans: hulls, flybridge, decks, bulkheads and more. Fountaine Pajot has perfected a resin injection and infusion technique, an advanced technology that gives our boats all their robustness. Thanks to this expertise, we can make our catamarans considerably lighter while maintaining consistent quality . Injection also makes it possible to meet the most stringent environmental requirements, in line with the commitments of the Fountaine Pajot Group.

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  It is essential to define your sailing program: define the size of the crew on board, the level of sailing knowledge, the sailing project and the target sailing area. Every project is different. Whether you want to enjoy a large Owner’s suite, invite many friends and family on board, or telecommute during your voyage, the Fountaine Pajot cruising catamarans can be adapted to suit your needs. Benefit from reliable, seaworthy and spacious catamarans! Find out more about our Owners’ testimonials here

  The ergonomics of Fountaine Pajot catamarans have been designed to facilitate manoeuvring at the helm, enabling a small crew (2 persons) to manoeuvre the boat easily, both in port and at sea. The unique design of the helm station allows good communication between the aft cockpit and the Fly relaxation areas. Of course, your level of navigation will determine your ability to sail with two or more persons!

  Our electric catamarans now feature a large surface area of solar panels, up to 2000 WC, perfectly integrated into the design of the coachroof. Combined with equipment such as wind turbines or hydro-generators, they compensate for the energy consumption generated by on-board use during cruising. Discover the benefits of the Smart Electric solution with 4 real-life cruise scenarios

  The Fountaine Pajot range of electric catamarans is expanding, and now includes 3 Smart Electric models. The Astréa 42, Elba 45 and Aura 51 are now available in this version.

  With the help of over 70 engineers, Fountaine Pajot has developed an in-house solution, 100% adapted to the use of its catamarans equipped with hybrid electric motors . All on-board production and energy expenditure flows are managed from a single console designed by our teams to offer a simple, designer user experience. The system we have developed enables us to give priority to the use of renewable energies at all times. Find out more here

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  Cosmopolitan Yachts just unveiled an electrifying new catamaran.

  The simply named Cosmopolitan 125 spans, you guessed it, 125 feet, making it the largest model in the burgeoning Spanish yard’s five-strong lineup. The zero-emission newcomer is also equipped with a hybrid solar-electric propulsion system that makes it cleaner and more efficient on the high seas than traditional diesel-powered yachts of a similar size.

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  The 125 features a lightweight aluminum exterior and sleek, modern lines. With a focus on sustainable luxury, the cat is replete with innovative, eco-friendly materials and the latest green technologies. Solar panels have been integrated into the rooftop, for instance. The yard didn’t share exact specs but says the yacht can traverse the seas sans emission at a cruising speed of 10 knots.

  Described as a floating haven by Cosmopolitan, the multihull has an impressive interior volume of 500 GT and offers nearly 6,500 square feet of deck space. The living quarters are replete with “state-of-the-art amenities and luxurious finishes,” according to the yard.

  The spacious layout includes four VIP guest cabins, one owner’s suite with a private terrace, three crew cabins, and a captain’s cabin. The guest accommodation is spread across the lower and main decks, while the owner’s cabin can be positioned on either the main deck or the bridge deck. The crew quarters are located on the lower deck, along with the crew mess, galley, and laundry.

  The 125 offers more than just a place to sleep, of course. The main deck is home to a large living room with a TV and game area, while the upper deck is outfitted with a giant dining area and bar. A second bar and a gym can be found on the lower deck. Alfresco lounges are positioned forward and aft, while a helipad sits on the uppermost deck.

  One of the standout features of the 125 is the beach club. The innovative platform is fitted with expandable terraces that open directly over the water to transform the stern into what Cosmopolitan calls “a private waterfront resort.” The sprawling space, which affords guests direct and easy access to the sea, can be used for sunbathing, swimming, or sundowners.

  Cosmopolitan Yachts was founded by Christian Braun and Iván Salas Jefferson in 2021. Based in Barcelona, the yard specializes in custom aluminum catamarans with highly efficient electric propulsion systems. The range currently includes four models ranging from 70 to 111 feet and, of course, the electrifying new 125.

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