The Leopard 48's award winning design is focused on a compelling combination of blue water performance and comfortable living. Her modern lines, open floor plan and elegance set a renowned standard for modern cruising
This is a rare opportunity to buy an absolutely pristine example of this much sought after three cabin owners version. It will have strong appeal to someone who is looking for an immaculate boat which presents like new.
Paws & Play features a large forward cockpit with direct access from the saloon and foredeck. The raised helm station with easy access to the cockpit and side deck allows for shorthanded sailing while not separating helmsman from family and friends.
You will be impressed by interior of the Leopard 48 which provides both comfort and practicality. Up to ten people can be accommodated around the dinning table which folds in to create more space and a relaxed coffee table feel.
The well-equipped galley is conveniently located between the outdoor and indoor living spaces with easy access to the helm, aft cockpit, saloon and forward cockpit. It is fully equipped with three burner gas stove, gas oven, microwave, twin sinks, flip mixer and ample workspace. A twin Vitrifrigo draw fridge / freezer ensure the food stays fresh, whilst another upright Vitrifrigo in the Cockpit ensures the drinks stay cold.
Bellow decks your VIP guests will enjoy the luxury of their own double staterooms, one forward one aft, each complete with their own ensuite facilities. These are only surpassed by the owner's stateroom which occupies the entire starboard side hull. It features substantial storage, a huge master bathroom, luxury double bed and even your own desk for when you are working from your marine office. Six opening deck hatches ensure great light below and provide fresh air through the boat, or on those hotter days, fire up the super quiet 8KVA Genset and air-conditioning for a cool night's sleep. A truly impressive package.
At sea the Leopard shows why it retains a reputation for fast passage making in comfort. She is a generous stable platform and is rigged to perform with a minimum of crew. Electric halyard and reefing winches ensure the hard work is a finger touch away. A manual self-tailing Lewmar 55 easily controls the mainsail with all key controls running back to the helm.
Your travels will be supported by a comprehensive electronics package, including twin Raymarine chartpotters - at helm and Nav Table, Autohelm with remote, VHF and Radar A bank of 4 x Solar panels ensure plenty of charge for the 3 x 210 amp / hr house batteries. Separate start batteries are available for each motor and the Genset. A Fusion entertainment system, Apple TV and a Samsung TV, will keep everyone entertained.
The twin Yanmar 57 HP motors have only done 200 hours giving the next owner many years of running to go.
The foredeck features substantial storage in large lockers, plus full height lockers at the bow, to port and starboard. The aft cockpit features comfortable seating and a large table for alfresco dining, which you can prepare on the stainless gas BBQ. A substantial stainless davit system ensures you can stow and easily deploy the 3.1 metre dinghy with 20hp, electric start, motor. Ideal for exploring anchorages or entertaining the kids.
Whether you desire to cruise the local bays, spend weekends with the family and friends, or see the world. The Leopard 48 is a platform that can help you realise your ambitions.
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