SOLITON PHOENIX - ALAJUELA FOR SALE

A timeless cutter‑rigged monohull sailing yacht with a full keel, purpose-built as a bluewater/offshore cruiser. She’s a blank canvas, carrying vintage gear that could be brought back to service. The cabin is elegant and complete. Standing and running rigging are older yet intact. Sails have been inspected, and a new staysail is aboard. The Isuzu diesel runs strong. Eight bronze portlights and a classic butterfly hatch flood the interior with light and provide excellent ventilation.

Accommodations

Forward of the very large V-berth, a dedicated chain locker keeps ground tackle tidy and out of the way. The forward stateroom is a true retreat with an ensuite head and abundant storage cleverly integrated throughout. In the salon, opposing settees to port and starboard create a welcoming social hub, complemented by extensive stowage. The galley is set aft to starboard, balanced by the navigation station to port for efficient passagemaking. Just aft of the companionway ladder lies a voluminous engine space that invites straightforward access for service. Throughout, the woodwork is of high quality and in excellent condition, lending warmth and enduring elegance to the interior.

Galley

Thoughtfully arranged for life under way, the galley features a portable 12V refrigeration unit for flexible cold storage, a two-burner propane stove with oven for proper cooking, and a microwave oven for quick convenience. A pressurized fresh water system ensures easy cleanup, while a toaster adds a simple daily luxury. Positioned aft to starboard, it serves the salon perfectly for both passagemaking and leisurely anchorage living.

Electronics and navigation

Essential navigation is on hand with a Hamburg compass and a Standard Horizon CP4350 chart plotter. Additional legacy instrumentation includes wind speed and direction, Sunlog speed and distance logs, a Garmin 300c depth sounder, and radar, all currently inoperative, offering a foundation for refurbishment to suit an owner’s preferences.

Electrical equipment

Onboard systems are supported by 12V DC and 110V AC, with robust storage from four 12V house batteries complemented by one 12V engine start battery. A wind generator helps keep the bank topped up off-grid, and a shore power cord connects seamlessly in port.

Deck equipment

Well found on deck, she carries a CQR-style anchor with chain, served by two anchor rollers and a dependable manual windlass. A sail cover protects canvas when not in use, while anchor and steaming lights together with running lights signal properly at sea. Practical safety and access features include a bow pulpit and rails, lifelines and stanchions, and boarding gates. Dock lines and fenders are aboard for secure mooring, and a classic butterfly hatch ushers natural light and air below.

Hull

Actual LOA is 45’, affirming true offshore proportions, and the bottom was last painted in 2022, positioning the boat well for immediate enjoyment and future maintenance planning.

Sails and rigging

Purpose-built sail handling includes wire standing rigging and an aluminum keel-stepped mast for strength and stability, with roller furling on the headsail for effortless control. The winch suite comprises two Barient 19 ST, two Barient 28 ST, and one Barient 10 ST to manage sheets and halyards with authority. A versatile sail plan of main, jib, and staysail is complemented by a removable inner forestay, expanding options as conditions change.

Engine and mechanical

Power comes from an Isuzu Pisces 40hp engine with fresh-water cooling, turning a three-blade prop for dependable thrust. A raw-water sea strainer protects the cooling circuit, and fuel shut-off valves serve both stove and engine for safety. Engine controls are in the cockpit for confident maneuvering. Bilge management is robust with one manual and three electric pumps. Steering is by manual tiller for direct feel, and the manual head features a macerator with overboard discharge.

Exclusions

All of the seller’s personal effects currently on board are excluded from the sale of this vessel.

Remarks

A true classic cutter and full-keel cruiser, she presents as a clean slate with character: older equipment that may be revived to taste, a beautiful and complete interior, and rigging that, while aged, remains intact. The sails have been serviced, with a new staysail adding confidence, and the Isuzu engine runs well. Eight bronze portlights and a butterfly hatch bathe the cabin in light and air, underscoring her timeless allure and bluewater intent.