JUST RIGHT - DETTLING YACHTS FOR SALE

NEW ARRIVAL — 51’ 2004 Motor Yacht, United States

Poised, powerful, and beautifully appointed, this 51-foot 2004 model (built in 2003) delivers the effortless sophistication and spirited performance discerning yachtsmen expect in a true luxury cruising yacht. With the broad confidence of a 14-foot beam and the assurance of solid fiberglass construction, she moves through the seaway with a quiet, composed authority—an elegant blend of comfort and capability that invites longer passages and memorable weekends aboard.

Underway, twin Cummins diesel inboards provide the dependable muscle and refined manners that make every mile a pleasure. Settle into a smooth 22-knot cruise and feel the yacht stretch her legs toward a 27-knot top, all while maintaining the kind of predictable handling and trim that turns conditions into mere scenery. Generous tankage, including 430 gallons of fuel and 300 gallons of fresh water, supports genuine range and independence, whether you’re exploring new coasts or savoring your favorite harbors.

Inside, the ambiance is warm, contemporary, and inviting. A sunlit salon welcomes you with comfortable lounging and dining spaces that flow naturally, creating a social heart to the yacht where conversation comes easily and views are ever-present. The galley is smartly arranged and well-proportioned, designed for effortless meal preparation at anchor or underway. Below, restful accommodations offer privacy for owners and guests alike, complemented by two bright, well-appointed heads—each crafted for everyday practicality without sacrificing a touch of indulgence.

On deck, the yacht’s generous proportions translate to excellent freedom of movement and effortless entertaining. From relaxed afternoons enjoying the breeze to intimate evenings under the stars, her outdoor spaces are as versatile as they are refined. The helm is thoughtfully positioned and confidence-inspiring, with clear sightlines and intuitive ergonomics that make longer runs feel easy and connected.

Crafted with longevity in mind, the fiberglass hull and deck deliver strength, stability, and low-maintenance ownership. Systems are arranged with sensible access in mind, reflecting a yacht built as much for year-after-year reliability as for day-to-day enjoyment. The result is a balanced, offshore-capable express-style motor yacht that wears her elegance lightly and her capabilities proudly.

Now available in the United States, this new arrival is a compelling choice for those seeking a 50-foot-class luxury platform that truly does it all—swift when you want it, serene when you need it, and consistently rewarding in every detail.

Ideal for: Motor Yacht cruising, Express Cruiser versatility, Performance Cruiser handling, Offshore and Bluewater adventures, Fiberglass Diesel Inboard reliability, and refined Luxury Yacht living.

Description

JUST RIGHT is not only among the finest Dettling 51 yachts we have ever represented, she stands as one of the most impeccably cared-for personal-sized cruising yachts on the water. Her painted Flag Blue hull gleams, her interior is immaculate, and her updated electronics, machinery, and systems have been maintained with meticulous precision—making JUST RIGHT a rare and compelling discovery. Perfectly sized for a couple who occasionally welcome guests, she is a proven Great Loop cruiser and an ideal Bahamas-and-islands companion. Her new Aspen Custom Cat dinghy seats four in comfort and runs you swiftly and dry from mooring or anchorage to hidden coves and creeks or straight to a memorable dinner ashore. If you are searching for your next yacht—or even your first—JUST RIGHT is the sweet spot: large enough to deliver the comforts discerning yachtsmen and women expect, yet compact and balanced enough to be handled confidently by two. She is standing tall and ready to roam—equally eager to explore new harbors and remote cruising grounds with her next owners, or to retrace beloved reaches of the Great Loop with you at the helm. Call us to discover how effortless it can be to own the boat you’ve imagined, cast off into a golden sunset, and turn your dreams into your wake.

Pilothouse

Step through the aft‑deck doorway into the yacht’s nerve center: the pilothouse. A true 360‑degree panorama eliminates any doubt about visibility under way, while the overhead skylight/hatch pours in natural light and also provides effortless access to the boat deck above. The helm sits to starboard with an extra‑wide bench designed to seat up to four in cushioned comfort, and abundant storage is integrated into the beautifully crafted teak seating modules. The compact console is thoughtfully concentrated with engine instrumentation and navigation electronics, while to port a generous chart‑flat expanse keeps passage planning graceful and efficient. The raised section of the dash serves a clever second purpose: step up and open the overhead hatch and you can con the yacht from an express‑bridge position, complete with additional controls concealed within a weather‑tight compartment—the pure allure of open‑air cruising at your fingertips. Just to port, a short companionway leads down to the salon and accommodations, and fully to the far port side an auxiliary control station with autopilot and thruster controls adds flexibility under way and easy confidence when docking port‑side‑to.

Pilothouse electronics and navigation

The helm is superbly outfitted for confident passagemaking. A 4 ft, 4 kW Garmin GMR 424 xHD2 open‑array color radar (2016) is fully integrated with Garmin multi‑function displays, which include a 16‑inch Garmin GPSMAP 7616 MFD and a 7‑inch Garmin GPSMAP 7607 MFD (both 2016). A Garmin AIS 600 transceiver (2016) shares targets across the network, while dedicated Garmin multi‑function engine and navigation gauges keep data elegantly at hand. Wind data comes from a Maretron instrument, position is strengthened by a Garmin GPS antenna, and communication rides on Shakespeare VHF antennas feeding two ICOM IC‑M502 VHF radios. Autopilot authority is provided by a Simrad AP20, complemented by a Simrad IS15 and a Simrad fluxgate gyro compass, with a B&G wind, depth, and speed indicator expanding situational awareness and two Northstar 6000 multi‑displays adding redundancy. A Weems & Plath clock/barometer, reconditioned in 2024, adds classic precision. Control is intuitive with comprehensive engine controls and engine displays, twin bow thruster controls—one on each side—and stern thruster controls added in 2017. Depth and water temperature are read via a bronze TH Smart 20 transducer. Connectivity is amplified by a Syrens MP‑1000 onboard gateway/bridge (2016) for robust onboard internet hotspot service and signal amplification. A hailing horn and a radar reflector round out the safety suite, ensuring you are seen and heard when it matters most. A Yacht Controller (2023) further refines low‑speed maneuvering and docking, seamlessly integrating with the installed systems.

Salon

Just four small steps below the pilothouse, the capacious mid‑ship salon forms the social heart of the yacht and bridges the two staterooms. Sweeping 28‑inch windows along the length of the space, paired with overhead hatches, flood the interior with natural light and frame the passage with cinematic views. With 6 feet 6 inches of headroom, this airy, open plan becomes an effortless stage for entertaining. To starboard, an L‑shaped settee anchors the lounge, accompanied by an adjustable teak coffee table that rises and opens into a generous dining table. Opposite to port, two vintage movable armchairs complete a conversation‑friendly seating arrangement for up to six. Entertainment is centered on a 32‑inch LCD flatscreen (2016) mounted on the forward bulkhead beneath the galley countertop, served by a satellite TV receiver (2016) and a Fusion satellite radio system with Sirius XM, AM/FM, and wireless Bluetooth integrated with the Garmin MFDs (2017). Storage is abundant: deep lockers are concealed behind the settee backrests and beneath the cushions, while a cabinet and end table between the port armchairs keep essentials to hand; a bookshelf spans the salon’s aft bulkhead. Fresh faux‑leather upholstery with supportive foam elevates comfort, custom insulated window treatments regulate climate and privacy, and new bound carpeting (2025) underfoot completes the welcoming, refined atmosphere.

Galley

The salon’s open plan flows forward into a thoughtfully organized galley that is visually connected to the social space yet enjoys its own lowered working level and privacy behind a raised countertop to port. Here a Moen stainless‑steel double sink, a Force 10 three‑burner 220V electric stove, an under‑counter Raritan icemaker, generous lockers, and ample Corian countertop acreage make cooking underway effortless. To starboard, a Kenmore microwave pairs with refrigerator and freezer compartments that are positioned to create extra working surface when needed. A new low‑voltage Dometic holding‑plate refrigeration/freezer system (2025) boosts efficiency and cold‑storage confidence. Three new water heaters (2025) serve the galley, master, and VIP, while a filtered water dispenser, a custom teak glassware cabinet on the galley bulkhead, an under‑sole expanse of storage, and a dedicated trash bin demonstrate the Dettling commitment to practical elegance.

Accommodations

Two comfortable ensuite staterooms perfectly serve two cruising couples, positioned fore and aft of the salon for privacy. Aft, just two steps down from the salon passage, the guest stateroom features a queen‑size berth, a large hanging locker, storage drawers, and a vanity‑style sink area with cabinet storage and mirror, plus an ensuite head with shower. The Kenmore washer and dryer are cleverly housed within the head/shower compartment, keeping laundry duties discreet. Forward, the primary stateroom is accessed via the galley and centers on an island queen with a custom Portland Co. mattress, accessible from both sides and flanked by matching his‑and‑hers nightstands. Storage abounds with two hanging lockers, drawers to both sides, and shelving, while a capacious under‑berth compartment swallows extra folding deck chairs, large linens, or even golf clubs; an additional compartment is dedicated to a spare propeller. The primary head lies ahead with a teak sole, an upgraded toilet, and a separate shower with a built‑in seat, plus generous cabinetry; above the commode, a convenient access point reaches the anchor chain and forward stowage. Another large compartment below the left side of the berth makes an exceptional wine cellar if desired, and a built‑in laundry hamper and expanded storage complete a master cabin designed for extended, gracious living aboard.

Deck and construction details

The Dettling 51 is crafted from keel to crown with precision, seasoned experience, and exceptional attention to detail. Designed by Hunt, her deep‑V hull delivers sure‑footed offshore performance. The fiberglass hull employs Vinylester resin throughout, vacuum‑bagged Core‑Cell technology, and four foam‑cored fiberglass stringers running the boat’s length. Hull and deck are bonded into a single, impact‑resistant structure with fourteen layers of fiberglass reinforcing the union. The house and deck incorporate Divinycell core fused with ten layers of fiberglass, achieving optimal stiffness and thermal insulation while keeping weight in check. Aft, the spacious teak‑soled cockpit invites alfresco dining and entertaining with a mounted table and deck chairs beneath the sweeping protection of the extended boat‑deck hardtop; pull‑down sun screens to port and starboard add shade on bright days. Abundant storage resides in the large lazarette, and engine room access is also conveniently located on the aft deck. Side‑deck movement is secure and confident thanks to full walk‑around side decks measuring 15 inches wide with 33‑inch‑high stainless steel rails. Above the pilothouse, the extended hardtop doubles as a boat deck equipped with a starboard‑side davit and tender chocks, carrying an 11'2" Aspen Carbon Cat tender with a Suzuki 15 hp outboard. Forward on the hardtop you’ll find the navigation instruments, open array, antennas, and the express‑bridge control station.

Engine room and mechanical systems

Access to the machinery space is through a hatch mid‑aft deck, and nearly the entire aft deck can be unbolted and lifted away for unrestricted, non‑invasive access—serviceability that professionals appreciate. Below, the engine room sits behind a latched, insulated door, offering remarkable headroom and working space for a yacht of this size; components are laid out with maintenance in mind, turning routine checks into a pleasure. Power comes from twin Cummins 6CTA 8.3 diesels at 480 hp each (approximately 2100 hours), paired to V‑drive transmissions for compact, efficient installation; expect a high cruise around 16 knots and a maximum speed approaching 27 knots. Engine aftercoolers were reconditioned in 2025. Starting duty is handled by two 12V 8D main engine starting batteries (2025), backed by a Pro Mariner 20‑amp battery charger and a 130‑amp alternator. Ship’s power is complemented by an Onan 13.5 kW generator (about 1300 hours) with GenStart using a Group 31 battery, shore power is 220V at 60 Hz, and a bank of 8D AGM batteries (all new 2025) supports house loads. Charging includes a Charles 5000SP 30‑amp charger for the house bank (2016), an additional Pro Mariner charger, and a Xantrex SE 2512 inverter/charger delivering 2500W with a 150‑amp charger; a Balmar 210‑amp alternator bolsters replenishment underway. For resilience, a dedicated 12V backup supplies GPS, VHF, and the depth sounder. Climate control is by Cruisair air conditioning with two 16,000 BTU units and one 7,000 BTU unit. Low‑speed authority is confident with a Side‑Power bow thruster (rebuilt 2016) and a stern thruster added in 2017. Steering is via a Mathers Micro Commander system, ride attitude by Bennett trim tabs, and fuel is polished through Racor separation and filtration. Domestic systems include a Raritan head system, SHURflo fresh‑water delivery, and a suite of bilge pumps—one Rule 800 and three Rule 3700 units installed new in 2023. Tankwatch monitors fuel, fresh water, and black water levels, while Tank Tender 2 provides precise readouts you can trust.

Significant features

A suite of thoughtful upgrades and premium touches elevates JUST RIGHT from desirable to irresistible. The salon and pilothouse received new faux‑leather upholstery with fresh foam cushions (2016), complemented by custom insulated window treatments in the salon and staterooms (2017). New bound carpeting in the salon and staterooms (2025) underlines the renewal, while a custom Portland mattress and linens for the master berth (2022) heighten restfulness. The master stateroom closet was handsomely remodeled (2017), and five new table lamps (2016) add warm, layered light. Galley refinements include a custom teak glasses cabinet on the galley bulkhead (2016). Entertainment flows through a new 32‑inch LCD television in the salon (2016) and a Fusion system with Sirius XM, FM/AM, and wireless Bluetooth integrated with the Garmin MFDs (2017), all tied into efficient LED lighting throughout. Electrical confidence comes from new 8D AMG batteries (2025), a Charles 5000SP 30‑amp charger for the house bank, and a dedicated battery and charger providing emergency backup for helm electronics and engine controls. Docking ease is assured with a Side‑Power bow thruster (2016) and a Side‑Power stern thruster installed in 2017. The tender package shines with a 2024 Aspen Carbon Cat 11'2" dinghy powered by a Suzuki 15 hp outboard. Protective vinyl covers safeguard all hatches, salon windows, and the pilothouse windshield and windows. An updated ABYC‑compliant main AC breaker and grounding system enhances safety, while a Balmar 200‑amp alternator regulator and a new port‑engine alternator (2017) keep charging robust. For true self‑reliance, a spare set of five‑blade Michigan Wheel 26 x 26 propellers (2018) stands ready to carry you onward.

Most recent upgrades and retrofits

Recent investments underscore a program of careful stewardship. The salon and pilothouse benefited from new faux‑leather upholstery with renewed foam cushions (2016), and the salon and staterooms were fitted with custom insulated window treatments (2017). Bottom paint was completed in July 2025, and fresh bound carpeting in the salon and staterooms (2025) refreshes the interior underfoot. Sleep is elevated by a custom Portland mattress and linens for the master berth (2022), while the master stateroom closet was handsomely remodeled (2017). Five new table lamps (2016) and a new 32‑inch LCD television in the salon (2016) joined a custom teak glasses cabinet on the galley bulkhead (2016) to refine ambience and storage. Entertainment and connectivity step up with a Fusion radio system—Sirius XM, FM/AM, and wireless Bluetooth—integrated with Garmin MFDs (2017), and LED lighting enhances efficiency throughout. Power resilience arrives with new 8D AMG batteries (2025), a Charles 5000SP 30‑amp charger for the house bank, and a dedicated battery and charger for emergency backup of helm electronics and engine controls. Handling is sharpened by a Side‑Power bow thruster (2016) and a newly installed Side‑Power stern thruster (2017). The tender package was renewed with a 2024 Aspen Carbon Cat 11'2" dinghy and a Suzuki 15 hp outboard. Protective vinyl coverings now shield all hatches, salon windows, and the pilothouse windshield and windows. Electrical safety and charging got an upgrade via an ABYC‑compliant main AC breaker and grounding, a Balmar 200‑amp alternator regulator, and a new port‑engine alternator (2017). For ultimate readiness, a spare set of five‑blade Michigan Wheel 26 x 26 propellers (2018) accompanies the ship.