2013 Knysna 500SE zu verkaufen

A premium owner-version luxury catamaran offering exceptional liveaboard comfort, refined craftsmanship, and serious bluewater capability. With expansive accommodation, premium systems, and elegant Nordic-inspired styling throughout, she is an outstanding turnkey cruising catamaran for long-range sailing in complete comfort.

Yacht Details

Layout

Knysna 500SE offers a luxurious owner-version layout designed for premium liveaboard comfort and privacy. The port hull is dedicated entirely to the owner’s suite, featuring a spacious aft master cabin, open-plan dressing and office area, and a large ensuite bathroom forward, all separated from the main saloon by a privacy door. The starboard hull houses two generous guest staterooms, both with private ensuites, plus an additional forepeak berth/storage area. The central saloon is bright and expansive with panoramic glazing, a large U-shaped seating area, hydraulic convertible dining table, and direct level access into the cockpit via sliding glass doors. Her open-plan galley is fully equipped and seamlessly integrated into the saloon, creating a sociable entertaining environment ideal for extended cruising or luxury charter.

Engine & Equipment

• Twin Yanmar 4JH5E diesel engines
• 54hp each / 108hp combined
• Twin Yanmar SD50 saildrives
• Fixed 3 blade propellers
• Hydraulic steering system
• Edson 800mm steering wheel
• Emergency tiller system
• Cummins 6Kva generator
• Fuel and water monitoring system
• Tenderlift hydraulic platform
• Highfield CL310 tender
• Yamaha F20HP outboard

Rig & Sails

The Knysna 500SE features a premium performance sail package with Leisure Furl Type S in-boom furling system and Hydranet radial mainsail renewed in 2021. Additional sail inventory includes Quantum M Fusion Genoa sails, Code Zero, and asymmetrical spinnaker, offering exceptional versatility and performance across all sailing conditions. Sail handling is supported by twin Harken electric primary winches, additional Harken secondary winches, and premium deck hardware, making sail management highly efficient despite the yacht’s size.

Electronics

Navigation and onboard electronics include Garmin full navigation suite comprising Garmin radar, Garmin AIS Transceiver 600, Garmin VHF with remote helm console, Garmin autopilot, Garmin 8015 15” touchscreen chart plotter, and Garmin navigation instrumentation throughout. Her comprehensive electronics package delivers advanced navigation and situational awareness for serious offshore cruising.

Maintenance

Presented in excellent condition, this Knysna 500SE benefits from a replacement Cummins generator under warranty, new Hydranet radial mainsail in 2021, and careful ownership throughout. Her premium systems and equipment have been professionally maintained to support luxury long-distance cruising and liveaboard reliability.

Technical Data

Designed by Angelo Lavranos and built by the Knysna Yacht Company in South Africa, the Knysna 500SE is a world-class luxury catamaran constructed using vacuum-bagged closed cell foam sandwich GRP with vinyl ester resin for lightweight strength and offshore durability. Measuring 15.24 metres LOA with an impressive 7.96 metre beam and shallow 1.21 metre draft, she offers exceptional living volume, remarkable stability, and bluewater cruising capability. Certified to CE Category A, she is built for offshore passage making and serious long-distance cruising.

Summary

The Knysna 500SE is an outstanding luxury sailing catamaran that combines bluewater capability with premium liveaboard comfort and striking modern design. Offering expansive owner-focused accommodation, twin Yanmar power, generator, lithium battery systems, watermaker, air conditioning, hydraulic tender platform, and an extensive premium sail wardrobe, she is ideally suited for luxury private ownership, liveaboard cruising, or extended global passagemaking. Beautifully specified and highly regarded worldwide, this is a rare opportunity to acquire one of the finest premium catamarans in her class.

€680,000.00

VAT Status: EU VAT Paid

Location: Lefkada, Greece

The Knysna 500SE Special Edition is an exceptional luxury sailing catamaran, combining world-renowned South African craftsmanship with elegant modern styling, offshore capability, and true liveaboard comfort. Built in 2013 by the prestigious Knysna Yacht Company and designed by Angelo Lavranos, this owner’s version model delivers an outstanding blend of performance, luxury, and intelligent design throughout.