Dufour 445 Grand Large - Sieze the Day!

Sailing performance, comfort, and elegance. Dufour have a reputation as a designer and manufacturer of elegant, high quality yachts and this Grand'Large 445 would suit any buyer looking for a quality well optioned and well maintained 45' yacht.

3 cabin version with master ensuite, huge entertaining cockpit and new covers, ideal for families, live-aboard or comfortable cruising. Dufour yachts rarely come on the market due to their popularity with owners. The French styling, easy handling, comfortable ride and spacious layout inside and out is sure to please the most discerning yacht owner.

This beautifully presented 2012 Dufour 445 Grand'Large represents a great opportunity to own a superb cruising yacht that's been well looked after, with some recent upgrades including all new canvas covers from bow to stern, fresh anti-foul, and standing rigging tune. It's all done, and ready for you to sail away for the Summer.

3 double cabins. 2 ensuite heads (one 50L holding tank), interior finished in noble Moabi timber, underfloor wine cellar. In such a vessel you can cruise the coast or cross oceans safely and in complete comfort. This Dufour 445 presents the very best in French Yacht design and quality, with many recent upgrades. Very well optioned with Raymarine electronics, 2 x chart plotters, tri-data, auto-pilot, AIS, VHF, Bow-thrusters, Bimini/infill/dodger, heater, salt or fresh-water flush head, 75hp Volvo engine with turbo, tender/outboard, solar panels, gas BBQ, bow sail locker and much more.

*Full Ablative Anti-foul / Prop speed / Anodes, plus hull polish JULY 2024

"Carpe Diem II" is comprehensively equipped and presents in outstanding condition. The wide beam enhances stability and creates ample space above and below deck. A couple will handle this vessel around the marina or at sea safely and efficiently.

*Primary winches are within easy reach of the wheels and the Raymarine autopilot allows a solo watch-keeper to lookout and trim.

*Large cockpit perfect for entertaining friends and family, with twin helms, fold-down cockpit table, seat cushions and opening transom for great marina and swimming access. Swim deck with swim ladder and hot/cold shower. Ample cockpit protection from sun/spray/rain provided by large bimini/spray dodger plus removable in-fill and side flaps.

*Sail management systems including reefing are all handled from the cockpit.

*Carpe Diem II is also fitted with a bow thruster, making docking just that little bit less stressful.

*Accommodation is all about light, space and comfort - from cockpit living (with table/BBQ) to below deck spaces with three private cabins and a magnificent linear starboard galley with ample storsge and spacious counter tops.

*A 75 hp turbo Volvo Penta engine powers the vessel through the chop smoothly and economically.

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