2009 Southerly 49 | Ready to Go Anywhere

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Do not call this just a yacht. This is a statement of freedom. The legendary Southerly 49 represents the pinnacle of British design ingenuity, offering a unique and unrivaled capability: true, go-anywhere sailing.With the push of a button, her patented swing-keel retracts, transforming her from a deep-water performance bluewater cruiser into a shoal-draft explorer. Anchor in secluded coves, navigate inland waterways, and access harbors other 50-foot vessels can only dream of. Then, extend the keel for powerful, confident ocean passage making.This 2009 model is a refined, modern iteration of an iconic design. Built to Lloyds specifications for ultimate strength and safety, she offers luxurious liveaboard comfort without sacrificing serious offshore performance.Her thoughtful layout includes: Spacious, full-width aft cabin owner's suite with ensuite head. Second private cabin forward with ensuite access. A bright, sea-kindly saloon perfect for entertaining. A renowned, well-protected center cockpit for secure, dry sailing. A comprehensive inventory for bluewater cruising and comfortable living. This is not a boat for the marina. This is a boat for the adventurous owner who looks at a chart and sees possibilities, not limitations. For the sailor who dreams of the Scottish lochs, the Caribbean cays, the Baltic archipelagos, and the transatlantic crossing--all in the same remarkable vessel. Your world just expanded. The ultimate shallow-draft explorer awaits.

 

• Asking Price: US $499,000

• Vessel Location: Langkawi, Asia

• HIN: GBNYY00364J809 | Registration: 745024

Dimensions & Construction:

• Length: 49' 0" (14.94m)

• Beam: 13' 9"

• Draft: 2' 10" (Min) / 10' 3" (Max) - Patented Swing Keel

• Displacement: 38,801 lbs

• Ballast: 11,530lbs (Southerly Variable Draft Swing Keel)

• Designer: Rob Humphreys

• Builder: Northshore Yachts Ltd.

• Hull/Decks: GRP Hull with Teak Decks | Built to Lloyd's Specifications

Accommodation:

• Layout: 3 Private Cabins + 2 Heads

• Master: Full-width aft owner's suite with ensuite head.

• Forward: Private cabin with ensuite access.

• Port Aft: Utility/storage cabin convertible to a berth.

• Salon: Raised, bright salon with panoramic views, U-shaped settee.

• Features: Four-zone Climax reverse-cycle air conditioning (serviced 2024), abundant natural light from hull windows and hatches.

Mechanical & Electrical:

• Engine: Yanmar 4JH4-TE Diesel (75 HP), 4,450 hours.

• Recent Engine Work (2025): Full service, ZF gearbox overhaul, new damper, shaft seal, stuffing box, raw water pump, injector tuning. Includes a spare new ZF gearbox.

• Propulsion: Bronze 3-blade prop on stainless shaft.

• Thrusters: Lewmar 185TT Bow Thruster (serviced 2024, new control box & gearbox kit). Stern anchor electric windlass.

• Power System: (5) 100Ah Victron Lithium Batteries (2023). 1400W Solar (450W x2 on arch, 22W x2 for engine). Mastervolt Combimaster 12/3000 Inverter/Charger (2023). Mastervolt Isolation Transformer (2023).

• Generators: SilentWind 400W wind generator (2022) & Watt&Sea 300W hydro generator (2022).

• No Onboard Generator (provisioned for; previously had Fischer Panda).

Tankage & Utilities:

• Fuel: 410L in two tanks

• Water: 545L in two non-metallic tanks

• Watermaker: Schenker Zen 12V, 50L/h (reconditioned 2025)

• Hot Water: Yes

• Galley: Large linear galley with Force 10 stove/oven (2024), Frigomatic fridge (compressor 2023), separate freezer, microwave, double sink, Soba washing machine (2022).

Sails, Rig & Deck Gear:

• New Mast & Rigging (2024): Selden mast with in-mast furling. Dyform standing rigging.

• New Sail Suite (2024): OneSails Hydranet in-mast furling mainsail, genoa, and self-tacking jib.

• Additional Sail: North Sails Gennaker (2020).

• Deck Upgrades: New teak deck sections & reinforced stainless chainplates (2024). Ten opening hatches (4x upgraded Goiot).

• Ground Tackle: Lofrans Tigre 1500W windlass (2023 service). 80m Galvanized Chain (2023). Primary Rocna + secondary & stern anchors.

• Transom: Integral fold-down platform/swim ladder and garage.

Navigation & Electronics:

• Helm: Raymarine Axiom 9R (2025)

• Nav Station: Raymarine Axiom 7

• Systems: Raymarine Quantum Radar (2020), Autopilot ACU-400 (2024), AIS (em-trak B924, 2024).

• Communications: Starlink High Performance (2023), IridiumGO (2020).

• Safety: Sea Safe 6-person Life Raft (2022), EPIRB GlobalFix V4 (2020).

Recent Major Upgrades & Service (2023-2025):

• 2025: Engine service/overhaul, new transom door hydraulics, new freezer unit, bottom paint, anodes, A/C service.

• 2024: COMPLETE NEW RIG & SAILS. New helm plotter, autopilot, AIS, Bimini panels, stove/oven.

• 2023: Full swing-keel system service (grounding plate, pennant, pump), new engine start battery, new anchor chain, solar panels, lithium battery bank, inverter/charger, isolation transformer.

"Astra" is not for the marina-bound. She is for the adventurous owner who sees a chart and imagines possibilities—from Scottish lochs to Caribbean cays to ocean crossings—all in one remarkably capable vessel. This extensive, no-expense-spared refit makes her arguably the most ready and upgraded Southerly 49 on the market. She is the definition of "cruise-ready."

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Listed by Seaspray Yacht Sales, a division of Seaspray Marine Services with 14 years of qualified shipwright service in Langkawi.