2003 Hylas 49

Saint Mary, • $419,000

DESCRIPTION

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:

  • Original owner Hylas 49, offered for the first time on the brokerage market
  • Highly regarded Sparkman & Stephens design built by Queen Long Marine
  • Twaron-reinforced solid fiberglass hull construction
  • Light seasonal Caribbean use, approximately three months per year
  • Ten-year covered storage period with systems recommissioned before returning to use
  • Three-cabin, two-head center cockpit layout with excellent owner’s aft stateroom
  • Cutter rig with Leisure Furl boom for safe and manageable offshore sail handling
  • Standing rigging replaced in 2019
  • Rudder replaced in 2022
  • Steering chain, cables, and conduit replaced in 2024
  • Yanmar 100 HP diesel engine with 1,310 hours
  • Northern Lights 6kW generator
  • Vetus bow thruster
  • Eco-Tech 20 GPH watermaker
  • Reverse-cycle air conditioning
  • Solar panels and Silent Wind generator
  • Prosine 2000 inverter/charger with substantial AGM house battery bank
  • Raymarine/Raytheon electronics package with radar, AIS, autopilot, chartplotters, and SSB
  • Electric Lewmar primary and secondary winches
  • 88 lb Rocna anchor with substantial ground tackle package
  • Excellent teak interior, joinery, upholstery, and overall cosmetic condition
  • Proven Hylas/Queen Long offshore build quality with serious bluewater capability

Crusader Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by David Walters Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

SPECIFICATIONS

Basic Boat Info

  • Builder Hylas

  • Model 49

  • Category Center Cockpit

  • Type Sail

  • Year 2003

  • HIN/IMO HSY49038H203
  • Condition Used
  • Hull Material Fiberglass
  • Number of Engines 1

Dimensions

  • LOA 49'
  • Beam 13' 7"
  • Max Draft 6' 6"
  • Min Draft 6' 6"
  • Dry Weight 0 LBS

Engines

  • Make Yanmar
  • Engine Power 74.57 KW
  • Model 4JH2UTE-96
  • Engines 1

Tanks

  • Fuel Tank 250 GAL
  • Fresh Water 145 GAL

Other

  • Crew Cabins 3

ADDITIONAL INFO

Windhorse is a lightly used Hylas 49 being offered for the first time on the brokerage market. The original owner has kept her in the Caribbean and used only 3 months a year.

FULL DETAILS

interior accomodations and layout

WINDHORSE features the traditional Hylas 49 three-cabin, two-head arrangement with access to the aft owner’s stateroom from both port and starboard. Her interior is finished in classic Hylas teak joinery with teak and holly sole, blue Ultrasuede upholstery, louvered cabinet doors, and a custom inlaid dining table.

From the companionway, the Hylas 49 layout flows naturally into a secure offshore interior. The main saloon is amidships with a proper dining area, excellent storage, and a forward-facing navigation station. The passageway galley is positioned for safe use underway, with the aft owner’s stateroom privately located behind the center cockpit. Guest accommodations include a forward VIP cabin and a port guest cabin with over/under berths.

The condition of her interior is one of the most notable aspects of the yacht. The teak surfaces, upholstery, and general presentation show the benefits of her light seasonal use and careful ownership. She presents far younger than her model year would suggest.

Interior Styling and Additional Features:

  • Classic Hylas teak joinery throughout
  • Teak and holly sole
  • Blue Ultrasuede upholstery
  • Louvered cabinet doors
  • Custom inlaid dining table
  • Three-cabin, two-head arrangement
  • Access to the aft owner’s stateroom from both port and starboard
  • Excellent storage throughout

MAIN SALOON

The main saloon is warm, traditional, and highly practical for offshore cruising. The layout provides generous seating, a proper dining area, excellent ventilation, and the secure ergonomics expected aboard a true bluewater center cockpit yacht.

  • Wraparound saloon seating with dining table
  • Custom inlaid dining table
  • Blue Ultrasuede upholstery
  • Teak and holly sole
  • Louvered cabinet doors
  • Starboard settee slides out to create a proper sea berth
  • Excellent storage throughout
  • Natural light and ventilation
  • Forward-facing navigation station located forward in the saloon area

MASTER STATEROOM

The owner’s stateroom is located aft and is accessed from both port and starboard. This arrangement is one of the defining strengths of the Hylas 49, offering a private, comfortable, and secure owner’s cabin suitable for extended cruising and liveaboard use.

  • Aft owner’s stateroom
  • Centerline queen berth
  • Access from both port and starboard
  • Extensive storage
  • Natural light and ventilation
  • Private aft head with shower

Master Head

The aft head serves the owner’s stateroom and includes a separate shower arrangement suitable for extended cruising.

  • Aft head with shower
  • Jabsco toilet
  • Private access from the owner’s stateroom

VIP STATEROOM

The forward VIP cabin provides comfortable accommodations for guests and benefits from excellent storage, ventilation, and natural light.

  • Forward VIP cabin
  • Full-width V-berth
  • Good storage
  • Natural light and ventilation
  • Access to shared forward head

VIP Head

The forward head serves the VIP stateroom and port guest cabin through dual access doors.

  • Forward head with dual access doors
  • Jabsco toilet
  • Sink
  • Folding shower seat

GUEST CABIN (PORT)



The third cabin is located to port and provides excellent additional sleeping accommodations or storage flexibility for extended cruising.

  • Port guest cabin
  • Over/under berths
  • Good storage

galley

The passageway galley is secure and well suited for offshore use, with excellent bracing, practical counter space, and refrigeration access.

  • Passageway galley
  • Large stainless steel double sink
  • Light stone countertops
  • Top- and front-loading refrigeration system
  • Force 10 cooktop and oven
  • Dedicated 110V galley circuit
  • Storage throughout

2003 Hylas 49

Asking Price: $419,000

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