ZAO Boat for Sale

Zao Boat | 50' Discovery 2017

DISCOVERY BLUEWATER 50

Discovery Bluewater 50 ZAO was launched in 2017 and is Hull number 3 from the Discovery factory. Now for sale exclusively with DBY Boat Sales.

A recognised multi award winning, multihull design has set new benchmarks for luxury blue water sailing.

Zao was commissioned for the founder of Bluewater Yachts and Sunsail, John Charnley and his wife Caroline.

She has been highly specified and optimised for around the world extended, short handed cruising.

She has now arrived into Sydney and is fully imported and tax paid.

This Bluewater 50 is the 3 cabin owners version with the starboard hull including a large owner stateroom with private bathroom, generous storage and office as well as all laundry facilities.

The guest hull also has a king size Island double bed aft plus forward queen cabin for the kids. With once again substantial storage.

The beautiful lounge and dining area will amaze you, her navigation station is right out of Star Wars. Amazing!

The galley has enormous bench space. It is appointed as well as any executive apartment with vast storage, refrigeration options and all the appliances needed to cater to family and guests.

Numerous windows and ports coupled with light timbers and coverings gives a bright, light and airy feel. Excellent cross ventilation along with central heating and air-conditioning makes this floating apartment super comfortable in all conditions.

This production design and build is of only the best materials with strength and easy performance in mind.

200 mile days were the target with no compromise on luxury.

Importantly she is set up for short handing in mind. This includes a self-tacking headsail and in mast furling mainsail all controlled by electric winches. Fantastic visibility to all corners from the helm station. In adverse weather you can choose to steer electronically from below or from outside..

This boat has been built for all types of weather you may encounter. She is a fast and comfortable platform for those who like being level as you sail over the horizon.

For those wanting the ultimate in blue water travel and the most beautiful multihull in the bay Zao is ready to meet you.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Designer : Bill DixonBuilder : Discovery YachtsWater (Potable) Capacity (l) : 750Hull Construction Material : GRPHull Type : CatamaranDeck Construction Material : GRP + some teakCountry Origin : EnglandLength (feet) : 50 feetLength (m) : 15.22 mBeam/Width (feet) : 25 feetBeam/Width (m) : 7.8 mDraft (m) : 1.4 mDraft (feet) : 4.6 feetDry Weight (kgs) : 18000 kgsNumber of Helms : 1Displacement : 18000

Engine Notes : Engined serviced 2024Number Of Engines : 2Engine Standard : YanmarEngine Hours : 700 PORT 1450 STARBORDHorse Power (hp) : 80 upgraded from57hpDrive Type : SaildriveGenerator : Paguro 6000 900HRSNumber of Batteries : 2 x 24v + 3 x 12v.Fuel Type : DieselNumber of Fuel Tanks : 3Fuel Tank Capacity (L) : 1540Propeller : 2 x Flex-O-fold (folding, 3 blades)Steering System : Jefa

Accommodation Notes : 3 cabin version. All timber in light ok Upholstery for lounge area and 2 Arm chairs in cream colour. Washing Machine and Dryer with tons of storage in all areasNumber of Berths : 2 x Double + 1 x TwinNumber of Showers : 3Shower Type : hot and cold pressureNumber of Toilets : 3Toilet Type : Tecma electric, fresh or salt water.Air Conditioning : Full reverse cycle airconditioning, Erberspacher diesel heating throughoutNumber of TVs : 1Holding Tank (L) : 2 tanksGalley Notes : Fully equipped galleyStove : 4 burnerRefrigeration : 2 Deep Freezers keel cooled Extra Large FridgeNumber of Freezers : 2Number of Sinks : 1.5

Entertainment and Appliances Notes : Sony TV and DVD player with masthead TV antenna. Fusion system + 4 speakers in saloon and cockpitAnchor / Winch : Spade anchor. Lewmar Windlass. With controls at front and at helmBilge Pump : 6 x electric, 2 x manual.Mast/Rigging : Selden hydraulic in mast Main.Sail Inventory : All Sails are as new (2023) HydraNet by Elvstrom. Vertical battened Main, Genoa, self tacking Jib Hydranet as new, Code 3 Asymmetric by Elvstrom in sock.Electrics : 24v Mastervolt with Lithium ion batteries. 2xMastervolt charger /Inverter 8x 100W solar panels with Mastervolt controller Mastervolt Touch 5 Monitor for electrical systems.Electronics Navigation : 2 x 9 inch Raymarine Axium Plotters 2x P70 autopilot controllers one at helm one at nav desk. Raymarine Quantum radarDinghy : Caribe lt 10 + Yamaha 15hp 4 stroke. Second dinghy + 3.5hp outboard.Covers : Cockpit tableSafety Gear : Liferaft, epirb x2, Osculati MOB systemGround Tackle : Spade 45kg + 75m x 10mm chain. Fortress Light AnchorWatermaker / De-Sal : Dessalator 60L/ hour.GPS : Raymarine RMK-10 remote for Axiom plotter at helm Garmin standalone. Raystar 125Has Navigation Lights : YesRadio : Raymarine VHF with AIS send and receive, Iridium Go Wifi range extenderNumber of Life Jackets : 6+

Remarks : Copper coat antifouling in Sept 2017. Extensive list of spare parts (incl. spare autopilot) + hand & electric tools. Includes - Inflatable double kayak, Hookah diving system, Sun protection mesh to cover the front seating area.

Vessel Name : ZAO

Denison Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by DBY Boat Sales.

Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.