CAIAROSSA - SHIPMAN SHIPYARD FOR SALE

This Shipman 72 on the market is a superb turnkey prospect. A swift and gratifying performance cruiser that rewards helmsmen who crave pace wrapped in genuine superyacht refinement. Fresh from a comprehensive, no-expense-spared refit, Shipman 72 CAIAROSSA has had all systems inspected, renewed, or rebuilt. Her full carbon-fibre composite hull, carbon deck, and carbon rig make her a purist’s dream. She is quick yet reassuringly stiff, courtesy of a deep lifting keel (4.0m down / 2.6m up) and twin rudders. A VAT-paid bluewater sailing yacht and luxury performance sailing cruiser-racer, ideal for fast passage-making and regatta-capable cruising.

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This Shipman 72 for sale is a true turn-key opportunity: a fast and rewarding pocket-rocket cruiser for the sailor who wants exhilarating pace delivered in genuine superyacht comfort. Following a meticulous recent refit, CAIAROSSA has had every system checked, renewed or overhauled. With her all‑carbon composite hull, carbon deck and carbon rig, she is a sailor’s dream—swift and beautifully stiff thanks to a deep keel (4 metres down/2.6 m up) and a twin‑rudder setup.

On deck, thoughtful, user‑friendly design makes this 72 ft bluewater cruiser effortless to run with minimal crew. All control lines lead aft to the twin helm stations, while powerful hydraulic winches make short work of manoeuvres in the spacious cockpit. All performance sails are in excellent condition, and a new furling Code Zero is a joy to unfurl, adding real punch and pace in light airs. For downwind fun, asymmetric spinnakers can be flown with ease from the telescopic pole that tucks neatly away within the bow—perfect for those who love fast, rewarding cruising, even short‑handed.

At anchor, CAIAROSSA comes into her own. Fold down the aft garage door to reveal a very large teak‑decked swim platform that practically kisses the water—ideal for cooling off, lounging, or launching the new Highfield aluminium tender with ease. A unique highlight is the hydraulic fold‑out passarelle, which also creates a useful transom bench across the back of the cockpit and doubles as a playful diving board.

Below decks, CAIAROSSA offers three dedicated guest cabins sleeping six in total, plus a crew cabin in the bow sleeping two. The large forward owner’s suite features a super king size bed, a generous sofa to starboard, and a well‑proportioned desk/vanity table. Forward lies the expansive owner’s bathroom with a walk‑in wet room, washbasin and WC, and the master benefits from particularly ample storage for extended stays aboard.

Aft of the central saloon and galley are two twin‑bed guest cabins positioned either side of the companionway. Each can convert to a double if desired and each has its own dedicated bathroom with a separate shower stall. All cabins are well ventilated and air conditioned, each with its own room thermostat.

The large central saloon is a wonderfully welcoming refuge from sun or weather, with a substantial dining table to port seating 6–8, and the galley opposite—an arrangement that underscores how perfectly this yacht is suited to family time, easy entertaining and sharing life on board with friends and loved ones. Throughout, the interior is finished in warm natural teak on floors and walls, creating a timeless yet contemporary ambience.

Shipman 72 CAIAROSSA is in excellent condition throughout and genuinely ready to cruise. We recommend you view her at your earliest convenience; she will not disappoint. A new owner can step aboard with confidence, knowing that all engineering systems, mast, rigging and technical aspects have been thoroughly overhauled to ensure safety and smooth, reliable operation. Her owners are selling as they now wish to step up to a sail yacht of over 100 ft.