2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i - Jeanneau FOR SALE

2008 36-foot Sailing Yacht — poise, efficiency, and quiet confidence meet in a timeless cruiser based in the United States. Crafted in durable fiberglass with a matching fiberglass deck, this well-proportioned 36-footer balances lively performance with invit­ing comfort, delivering the kind of effortless versatility that turns weekend plans into memorable passages.

The lines are purposeful and clean, with an 11-foot beam that provides a reassuring stance under way and a generous sense of volume below. A deep, performance-oriented draft translates into impressive tracking and bite to weather, rewarding the helm with precision and composure when the breeze freshens. On deck, the layout is practical and secure, with thoughtful ergonomics that make short-handed sailing and harbor maneuvers feel natural and relaxed.

Step below and you’re welcomed by a warm, inviting interior designed for genuine cruising life. Natural light, good ventilation, and intelligently arranged living spaces create a calm retreat at anchor or on passage. There’s ample stowage for provisioning, a practical galley for unhurried meals, and one well-appointed head for day-to-day comfort—ideal for a cruising couple with room to host friends when the mood strikes.

Under power, the single Yanmar inboard diesel is the picture of reliability and economy. Its efficient character keeps operating costs in check while offering predictable handling in tight marinas and a steady, quiet push between anchorages. A 34-gallon fuel capacity provides sensible range, and a generous 94-gallon freshwater capacity supports longer stretches off the dock with confidence.

This 36-footer is equally at home ghosting along the coast, slipping into new harbors for the night, or stretching her legs on an ambitious cruise. She’s the kind of yacht that invites early starts and lingering sunsets, with the build quality and simple systems that experienced sailors appreciate—and newcomers quickly grow to love.

Ideal as a Coastal Cruiser, Performance Cruiser, and Weekender, and appealing to sailors seeking a capable Pocket Yacht with Bluewater Cruiser sensibilities, this 2008 sailing yacht is a compelling opportunity in today’s market. Now lying in the United States and ready for her next chapter.

Description

Moored in Highland Beach, Florida, Sababa invites you aboard with the promise of effortless coastal escapes—made even more convenient by a slip that is available and can be conveyed to the new owner. Step into a thoughtfully designed interior where style, comfort, and function come together in a bright, spacious salon, and a well-appointed galley equipped with everything you need to prepare memorable meals at sea. After days spent under sail, retreat to cozy cabins designed for true rest and privacy. With her shoal draft keel, Sababa is perfectly suited for exploring the alluring shallows of the Bahamas, reaching anchorages others only imagine. Maintained in top shape by her current owner and enhanced with numerous improvements and upgrades, she presents exceptionally clean and ready for her next adventure. The current slip can convey.

Overview

In the cockpit, elegance and practicality meet with teak inlay on the bench seating and abundant, well-placed storage, including one locker beneath the port bench seat and a lazarette locker beneath the port helm seat. A dedicated gas locker for 2 bottles feeds the onboard gas system, paired with a cut-off valve thoughtfully located under the stove in the galley for safety. Between the helm seats, a dedicated compartment houses the liferaft, while the leather-covered wheel stands proud on a steering pedestal complete with a grabrail and an instrumentation pod. A compass is mounted on the pedestal for at-a-glance reference, and the engine controls—throttle, control panel with warning lights, and ignition—are protected by a plexiglass panel. Comfort and access to the sea are assured with a stainless steel folding swim ladder mounted on the transom step and a retractable cold-water cockpit shower with tap, while an anchor locker forward offers ample room for anchor and tackle.

Accommodations are inviting and intelligently arranged, beginning with a forward cabin featuring a V-berth and a double berth fitted with a high-density foam mattress. A storage locker beneath the berth complements a deep cabinet with shelves and a hanging rod, and the hull sides are finished with vinyl lining and a lateral wood shelf for warmth and texture. Aft, the cabin mirrors this comfort with another double berth with a high-density foam mattress, a deep cabinet with shelving and a hanging rod, and the same vinyl lining with a lateral wood shelf. The large head compartment, accessible from the saloon, is notably generous and practical, appointed with a sink, a separate plexiglass shower, a clothes hook, a mirror, a towel holder, a toilet paper holder, a cabinet above the sink, and a shower sump with grate and electric drainage pump.

The galley is designed for effortless provisioning and cooking underway, presenting laminated countertops, chrome plumbing fittings, and ample storage in cabinets and drawers. To starboard, the L-shaped layout is enhanced by a glass separator between the galley counter and seating area, and a stainless steel double sink anchors the workspace. Refrigeration is driven by a 12v compressor positioned under the stove, with an evaporator plate located in the fridge compartment, while a gimballed 2-burner stove with oven and a stainless steel protection bar delivers secure and capable cooking at sea.

Electrical systems are robust and sailor-focused, with a 12v alternator delivering 55 A and a charge distributor/isolator managing power intelligently. Starting power comes from an engine start battery rated at 800 CCA, while house demands are supported by a domestic battery bank of 4 x 70 Ah. Control is straightforward via battery switches for the engine bank, a positive battery switch for the domestic bank, and a negative general cut-off switch, all governed through an electrical panel with 12v breakers.

Under power, the yacht is driven by a Yanmar 3YM30 rated at 29 HP (21.3 kW) with a heat exchanger—part of the latest generation of environmentally friendly engines—housed in a fully soundproofed engine compartment with access behind the stairwell and from the aft cabin. A stainless steel propeller shaft of 25 mm diameter pairs with a maintenance-free stuffing box and a fixed 3-blade bronze propeller, while a fuel/water separator safeguards reliability. A built-in muffler, air ventilation, and a stainless steel aft exhaust fitting complete the quiet, composed machinery space.

On deck, the specification inspires confidence and ease: an open stainless steel bow pulpit integrates navigation lights with concealed wiring, while ground tackle is handled by an Electric Windlass with Wireless Remote, a Double Anchor Roller, and a Plow Anchor with 130' 3/8 chain. Security at sea comes from a double level of stainless steel lifelines with PVC coating on stainless steel stanchions, and movement forward is made secure by sculpted, long teak handrails on the coachroof. The teak-profile toerail integrates chrome chocks and side-deck drainage, joined by midship chocks and 6 aluminum mooring cleats placed forward, amidships, and aft. Rounding out the package are assorted fenders and dock lines, plus assorted PFDs and safety equipment.

Beneath it all, the build inspires lasting confidence: the deck is a Prisma Process® injected structure with an ISO gelcoat surface and discontinuous balsa block coring; the hull is solid, hand-laid fiberglass with an ISO gelcoat surface over a protective barrier coat; and the structure is reinforced by an inner fiberglass grid with cutouts in high-load zones and a drainage system routed through the structure.