Sparkman-Stephens Pilothouse cutter for sale in Brisbane City, QLD Australia

November 2019 survey available on request

"CAVU" was created by the illustrious design office of Sparkman & Stephens (Design Number 2391) who are known for their innovative approach to yacht design and built by Stephens Marine. She features a pilothouse-style interior layout with a comfortable helm station, spacious cabins, and plenty of storage for those longer cruises.

November 2019 survey available on request

"CAVU" was created by the illustrious design office of Sparkman & Stephens (Design Number 2391) who are known for their innovative approach to yacht design and built by Stephens Marine. She features a pilothouse-style interior layout with a comfortable helm station, spacious cabins, and plenty of storage for those longer cruises. Refitted in 2006, she is a capable world cruising yacht, with her systems specifically tailored for offshore voyages in safety and comfort.

The Sparkman & Stephens designed Pilothouse Cutter has become a symbol of quality and innovation for many and "CAVU" is a great example of the perfect cruising sailboat. Her siren call can be heard throughout any harbour or marina and still today it is one of the prettiest yachts on the market, drawing sailors in its beauty and grace. This S&S pilot house cutter was designed for long-distance cruising, providing comfortable living space for those wanting to explore further afield. It has become a timeless classic amongst yachtsmen and women alike, thanks to its well-thought-out design features such as plenty of storage space, easy access to all parts of the boat from inside the pilot house, and great visibility from within it. If you are just starting out or have been sailing for years, this vessel is sure to exceed your expectations!

The deck space on S&S pilot house cutter is maximized for greater convenience and cruising pleasure. The hull designed by Sparkman & Stephens is known for its strength, seaworthiness and stability even in rough seas.

General Description (See Full specification for full details)
"CAVU" is a 29.56-meter full keel yacht, from centre cockpit step into the wheelhouse with central helm station and dinette to starboard. Then step down into the main saloon with wet bar to starboard and settee to port then dinette to starboard and galley to port.
Then there is a double cabin to starboard, toilet/shower compartment opposite and four single berths in the bow. Back by the toilet are the steps down to the laundry, large commercial size upright fridge/freezer and engine room. Back up in the main cabin are the stairs down to the guest cabins both port and starboard sides with ensuites. Then at the very aft end is the owner's cabin with a queen bed fore and aft settee to starboard, desk to port and ensuite aft.

The hull is constructed of 18mm aluminium on the bottom of the keel, 12mm aluminium on the sides of the keel then 10mm aluminium on the hull and is in good condition. Ultrasonic tests in 2019 found no thin spots.

There is a well-secured fold-up seven-step stainless steel boarding ladder mounted in the middle of the transom.

There is a five-blade bronze propeller mounted on a 70mm diameter stainless steel shaft.

There is a well-installed American Marine hydraulic bow thruster.

There are 18 well-installed portholes on the topsides. All the portholes have storm shutters so they can be well secured in bad weather.

The deck is constructed of aluminium with teak decking on top.

The cabin windows are safety glass rebated into the cabin sides. The deck hatches are all covered in teak and have good size drains.

There is an aluminium wheelhouse with a white canvas Bimini with a stainless frame at the aft end that covers the exterior helm station.

There are ten appropriate size stainless steel cleats for mooring "CAVU".

The anchoring arrangements include a 180Ibs CQR anchor with 100 meters of 18mm Grade N short link chain. There is also a 2251b Manson Supreme anchor with 130 meters of 18mm Grade N anchor chain. There is a Chiavari hydraulic anchor winch to handle this equipment.

The deck drains through scuppers in the transom, and in the mini bulwarks.

The wheel is at the aft end of the cockpit with the instruments and single-lever engine control within easy reach. The steering quadrant is easily accessed through the aft locker.

"CAVU" is cutter rigged with an aluminium mast that has three spreaders, two crows' nests and an aluminium boom. The starboard crow's nest has a helm station so you can control her from there. The mast is keel-stepped into a robust aluminium bracket in the engine room. There are two hydraulic furlers on the forestays and in-mast furling.

There are five electric Barient 36 self-tailing winches and two electric Arco 2500 winches and six Barient 36 self-tailing manual winches.

There is mainsail and two furling headsails.

The interior is finished in white paint, varnished trim and panels, white vinyl, marble, stainless steel and brown upholstery. The interior of "CAVU" is in good condition and has been well maintained.

There are three watertight bulkheads that have locking doors in them and various bulkheads that have been fully welded to the hull. Then there is 12mm x 75mm aluminium frames and 6mm x 50mm stringers. The hull interior structure is easy to access below the floor and the focsle area is unlined, so you get a very good idea of the interior hull structure. The hull interior structure is in excellent condition for a 36-year-old yacht.

"CAVU" is fitted with three Marine Air air conditioning units, Village Marine Tec water maker, dryer, Daewoo washer, Panasonic microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, ice maker, Dacor oven and cooktop, four Vacuflush toilets and electric hot water system.

There is a six-cylinder 440hp Caterpillar diesel engine Model 3406 fitted under the saloon floor. There is also a dripless seal on the shaft.

There are TWO Northern light 33KVA generators on both the port and starboard side of the engine room.

There are four 2653 litre aluminium diesel tanks and one 1775 litre aluminium diesel tanks.

There are two 2463 water tanks and one 1775 litre water tank.

There is a large holding tank.

There is a large dive compressor mounted on the aft port side of the engine room.

The engine start batteries are located in the engine room. Then under the guest cabins are 36 two-volt 500-amp batteries in their own boxes.

There is an ICOM VHF, Raymarine wind gauge, Raymarine knot meter, JSB 196 SSB, ICOM VHF, Furuno Navpilot autopilot, Furuno Navnet Plotter, AMEC AIS, Simrad plotter, Bose sound system, Two televisions, two Mastervolt inverters and five Mastervolt battery chargers.

There are five Rule 2000gph bilge pumps with Rule Float switches.

There are eight fire extinguishers, EPIRB, Flares, lifejackets V-sheet etc.

Owners comments
The equipment [engine gen set water maker dive compressor etc etc] has been maintained by one of the most meticulous and knowledgeable gentlemen I’ve ever dealt with, he is down on the vessel every week making sure all is operational. To the point of charging unused batteries, polishing fuel, oil changes when required seals and pumps attended to, engine cranked over regularly etc. There is an exhaustive collection of spare parts on the vessel.

The owners lived on boats all their lives and know that maintenance is paramount.

Many vessel important parts are not maintained due to lack of use and $$, this boat is different. For the money you won’t buy better.

We need the boat ready to go within a minute's notice if there are any issues, she is all up to scratch keeping in mind she is a classic.

Brokers comments

Viewing highly recommended.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Cavu's motivated sellers who are family estate executors and in different circumstances would very much like to keep "CAVU" however feel it best to move her onto someone who might use her more frequently and as such are looking forward to finding the right buyer and concluding a sale quicky.

November 2019 survey available on request. Inspections from Surveyors or interested parties can be easily arranged.
The main comment from her last survey was related to the deck, where the Surveyor commented that the deck is in good condition for a 36-year-old yacht although some of the teak decking is worn in places and needs to be re-caulked. His summary was:

"Re-caulk some of the teak deck seams would be my only recommendation, this is not a structural issue just a cosmetic issue. The owners keep "CAVU" in good condition and are always maintaining her."

General Specification

LOA: 97ft (29.6m)
Beam: 23ft (7.0m)
Draft: 10ft (3 meters)
GRT: 97 tons
Fresh Water Capacity: 6,692 litres in 2 tanks
Fuel Capacity: 12,386 litres in 5 tanks
Year: 1983
Builder: Stephens Marine
Designer: Sparkman & Stephens
Hull Material: Aluminium
Engine: 1 x Caterpillar 3406, 440 hp
Speed: Cruise 8.5 knots, max 10 knots
Master Suite Accommodation: 2 people, Queen Bed
Port Guest Accommodation: 4 people, 1 Double, 1 Single, 1 Single
Starboard Guest Accommodation: Pullman Berth
Captain Accommodation: 1-2 in 1 cabin with 1x3/4 Double
Crew Accommodation: 4 bunks, 2 upper, 2 lower in cabin

Accommodations / Walkthrough

Leaving the forward helm station area and going down companionway steps to starboard is the Main Salon which is furnished with a U-shaped sofa and chest type table to port. To starboard is built-in teak cabinetry with granite countertops and hide-away Platinum 42 inch flat screen colour TV. A wet bar is forward to starboard with stainless steel sink and Avanti wine cooler.
Going forward to starboard is the dining area with custom etched pewter top stainless steel dining table and Ostrich leather settee. The galley is opposite to port, with a Burl countertop service bar, built-in refrigerator and storage area below.
The crew's quarters are down and forward with forepeak access/escape. The crew bathroom (shower and toilet) is to port directly opposite the captain's cabin on starboard side. Further forward is a bunk cabin for 4 crew with two tiers of bunks on either side.
Forward of the crew cabin is the forepeak used for sail, underwater scooters, spare lines, general storage and escape hatch.
Down steps to engine room, laundry, washing machine, dryer, fold out ironing board, pantry, main built-in refrigerator, and freezer.
The utility room/laundry room is forward of the engine room.
The engine room is aft of the utility room/laundry. Engine room is fitted with a watertight door and a gas fired extinguisher with alarm in wheelhouse and activator outside engine room.
Back upstairs to galley/lounge.

Galley

Galley is equipped with ample drawer and cabinet storage.
Stainless steel exhaust over stove
Bosch automatic dishwasher
Panasonic microwave
Classic ISE trash compactor
Electric toaster
Electric water boiler
Blender
Stainless steel Dacor oven below with Miele multi burner stovetop.

Guest Accommodations

Proceeding aft down the steps to the lighted companionway aft of the main salon which has a hanging locker to port, day head to starboard, and accesses the guest accommodations. Guest staterooms port and starboard each have ensuite heads and marble shower stalls, double bed, 1 single bed plus one Pullman berth each. Proceeding aft, there is a watertight door at the end of the companionway at entry to master stateroom. Under the hallway floor there are 4 diesel tanks, 2 fresh water tanks, battery banks etc.

Master Stateroom

The master stateroom is located all the way aft with ensuite bath, shower and head, plus private access to the aft cockpit. Queen size berth on centreline with a large settee next to it on starboard side and an office desk to port.
MASTER STATEROOM
The master stateroom is located all the way aft furnished with the following:
Centreline queen berth
Built-in nightstands either side of berth
Teak headboard
Skylight
Starboard bulwarks with teak cabinetry
Platinum 42 inch flat screen colour TV mounted on forward bulkhead
Settee
Satin varnished Burl teak desk with drawers
Panasonic telephone
Iridium handset
Ensuite jacuzzi bath, Sealand Vacu-flush toilet, multiple mirrors and satin varnished teak cabinetry

Pilothouse/ Centre Cockpit

The hardtop pilothouse features a 5 panel windshield, side windows and overhead hatch with a teak helm station console forward to port, bench seat to port, refrigerator and U-shapes seating with custom etched stainless steel top dining table to starboard.
The centre cockpit is equipped with aluminium pedestal helm station with port side storage compartment, varnished hatch, refrigerated cooler box with varnished hatch to starboard.
American bow thruster control
Wagner hydraulic wheel steering
Com Nav non follow up and follow up hydraulic joystick steering
ZF Micro-Commander electronic throttle and clutch controls
2 x Furuno Nav Net Navionics radar/depth sounder
JSB - 196 SSB radio telephone
Icom IC-602 VHF Radio
Furuno Satellite compass
Icom IC-M402 VHF radio
Gear box oil temperature guage
Volt guage
Tachometer
Water Temperature guage
Oil pressure guage
Raymarine wind angle/wind speed
Raymarine speed
Amec Class B AIS Camino-201
Furuno Nav Pilot automatic pilot
Danforth Pedestal Compass
General alarm
Bilge alarms
Fire alarm
Nav Lights
Clock and barometer set
Simrad (new 2018)

Foredeck & Weather Decks

Hood hydraulic self-furling inner jib stay
Stainless steel dual course bow pulpit

Dorade cowl vents and dorade boxes
Hood hydraulic self-furling head stay
Bow plank rollers
Dual anchors
Foredeck lockers
Anchor windlass
Crew quarter's hatch
Gates with step plates
Deck prisms
Spinnaker pole
Stainless steel grab rails
Staysail tracks

Boat Deck

Boat deck is aft of centre cockpit
Companionway hatch to master stateroom
1 inflatable tender secured in cradle chocks
1 aluminium tender secured in cradle chocks
Port side Marquipt davit
Deck lockers
Deck prisms
Custom bait tank
Deck winches

Electrical System

Complete rewiring during 2006 refit, including new switchboard,
vimar fittings, halogen lighting, frequency drives, etc.
12v DC / 24v DC systems
Gelcell batteries
3 x banks 24v (18) batteries port and (18) batteries starboard, 2v cell
each, 500 amps/bank; 12v battery bank in pilothouse with 12v Mastervolt battery charger.
5 x vapor proof battery rotary selector switches for main engine batteries, house batteries and generator.
Main electrical circuit breaker boards are mounted on the engine room forward bulkhead port side.
24v 175 amp belt driven alternator on main engine Note: New alternator installed in January 2006, with new alternator bracket, new pulley and mounting hardware.
Mastervolt 4 kW inverter below Master stateroom port side
Mastervolt 100 amp automatic battery chargers
2 x Mastervolt Inverters 4 kW
Mastervolt 12v DC automatic battery charger #5 for charging #1 and #2 generator batteries.
Atlas 24 kW Ultra inverter, mounted below Master's stateroom
2 x Northern Lights 33 kw generators inside aluminium sound shield boxes mounted port and starboard in engine room.
Generator engines are Toyota 4 cylinder diesels, fresh water cooled with closed reservoir system cooled by heat exchanger.
ATLAS shorepower system

Engine/Mechanical Equipment

Delta T engine room ventilation
Watermaker and filters
Spare parts for main engine, generators, bilge pumps
Spare Racor filters
Spares for both tenders
RIB repair kits
Spare portable water pumps, impellers etc.
Flashlights with spare bulbs and batteries

Tenders & Toys

2007 Caribe 14ft RIB with Honda 50hp outboard engine (2013)
Aluminium dingy 15 ft with Honda 50 hp outboard engine
2 Ocean Kayaks
K14 Capitano dive compressor
3 person sea biscuit.

Safety & Fire Protection

Life Jackets, safety harnesses.
2 x Ariete Rescue System by Trem
2 x Type IV Mom life floats
9 x portable dry chemical fire extinguishers
Engine room fire suppression system
First Aid Kit
Oxygen cylinder

Other Deck Equipment

Mooring fenders
Mooring lines
Folding ladder - stern
Emergency tiller

Sails & Rigging

Mast and Boom:-
120 ft aluminium main mast with upper, lower and mid aluminium
spreaders
Mast equipped with Lewmar hydraulic internal furling
Main headsail
Forestay with Hood hydraulic furling
Inner headsail forestay with Hood hydraulic furling
Winches:-
6 x Barient #36 self-tailing manual winches
5 x Barient #36 self-tailing electric winches
2 x Arco #2500 self-tailing electric deck mounted winches
Sail Inventory: By Calibre Sails 2012
2 head sails
1 main sail
Headsails are fitted with Hood hydraulic roller furling systems
Mainsail is Hood hydraulic main mast furling
Spinnaker
Standing Rigging:
1 x 19 stainless steel wire shrouds and stays
Main mast fitted with port and starboard hydraulic backstays
Inboard chain plates and open turnbuckles
Main port and starboard shrouds are 1/2 inch stainless steel
Intermediate and lower shrouds are 5/16 inch and 1/2 inch wire
Stays are 5/16 inch and 1/2 inch wire
Running Rigging:
Spectra braid 1/2 inch, 5/8 inch, 3/4 inch for sheets and halyards
Hood main mast roller furling and Hood roller furling head sails
Hydraulic System:
Powers port and starboard backstay hydraulic rams for adjusting
main mast
Powers main mast hydraulic ram for adjusting main mast boom to
trim main sail.

Ground Tackle

CQR anchor starboard
Rocna anchor port
S & C Chinvari horizontal drum/wildcat anchor windlass