Used Sail Catamaran for sale Fountaine Pajot FP 42 Astrea Full Specifications
$499,000 S/V Sowilo
Mon - Fri: 9:00 - 18:00
4005 N Federal Highway, Suite 200
2020 Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42 Owners Version
Offered for sale by third private owner, never chartered
Immaculately maintained and fully equipped for bluewater or off-grid cruising
Upgraded systems suite including solar, lithium batteries, dual watermakers, and more
Highly sought-after “Maestro” version with spacious owner’s hull to starboard featuring king-size bed, generous storage, walk-in shower, and private head
Port hull includes two queen-size guest cabins, each with en-suite bathrooms (one with separate shower, one with combined wet head)
Saloon offers 360° views, ample natural light, and full nav station with integrated systems monitoring
U-shaped galley with large countertop, three fridge/freezer units, gas oven, stovetop, pizza oven, plancha grill, and air fryer
Shaded and spacious cockpit with wraparound seating and cockpit table; access to helm and top deck
Top deck with dual sunloungers and panoramic views; forward cockpit and large trampolines for lounging
Equipped for energy independence: 1,300 watts of solar, Victron lithium house bank, Victron Multiplus inverter/charger, Cerbo GX monitoring, 13.5kW Onan generator
Electrical systems: 240V/50Hz AC and 12V DC, shore transformer for worldwide compatibility
Air conditioning throughout, small washing machine, Victron and Garmin electronics including autopilot, radar, AIS, multiple MFDs
Twin Volvo D2-50 diesel engines with saildrives, new Yamaha 25HP outboard on tender
Recent upgrades include new anchor chain, trampoline, and various services (generator, watermakers, engines)
Wide array of tools, spares, safety gear, galleyware, and cruising equipment included
Currently stored on the hard in Antigua, priced at $584,000
Ideal for a couple or family seeking an ocean-ready cruising catamaran
Contact listing broker Devon Norris for more information or to schedule a viewing
Co-brokerage inquiries welcome
(3) cabin, (3) head owners suite Maestro version
Sleeps six, king-sized bed in starboard aft main cabin with full sized bathroom and walk-in shower, separate head
Queen-sized bed port forward cabin, with small en-suite bathroom with toilet and basin
Queen-sized bed port aft cabin, with en-suite bathroom with toilet, basin and separate shower
(3) heads
Saloon with coffee table seating
Interior nav station/chart table
U-shaped galley with double drawer refrigerators and 1 front opening freezer
Spacious cockpit with large dining table and benches along port side with centre-line bench housing connection for possible dive compressor
Cockpit cover shades on all sides to protect from elements
Stairs leading up to helm station with large helm bench seating three people and soft top Bimini
Another smaller staircase leads up to top deck with 2 sun loungers beneath the boom
Lovely spacious front seating area above trampoline
U-shaped galley with Vitrifrigo DW180.2RF two drawer refrigerator unit
(1) front opening under-counter Isotherm CR90F freezer, 1 front-opening Vitrifrigo C75LX bar fridge in cockpit
Above counter oven and 3-burner Eno cooktop running off propane gas cylinder
Coffee maker
Air fryer
Soda stream
Kettle
Toaster
Plancha grill in cockpit - factory installed
Extra pizza oven and salamander grill
(2) Water makers, (1) Aquabase 60l/h 12V; (1) portable Rainman 120l/h 110V
Small washing machine in port forward bathroom; connection available in main bathroom for larger washing machine
(6) Dometic airconditioners cooling & heating
Smoke and co2 detectors
(6) Fire extinguishers checked 8/24
Located at the raised helm position:
Garmin GPSMap 1222xsv (12”) multi-function Plotter with Fantom 18 radar
Plastimo Contest Magnetic Bulkhead Compass
(2) Garmin GMI 20 multifunction Instruments
Garmin GND10 Autopilot Control Head
(2) Volvo Engine Panels
(2) Volvo ECU for engines and (1) set twin morse levers
(1) Quick Chain Counter and Anchor Remote
Located at the chart table:
Garmin GHS 11i DSC/VHF Radio
Garmin AIS800 transceiver
Garmin GPSMap 1224xsv 12” multi-function Plotter with Fantom 18 radar
Cerbo GX7 Color Control Display
Victron BMV-712
Fusion MS-RA70NSX audio/video system
Water Gauge
Fuel Gauge
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM – 240V/50Hz AC
AC power supplied via Onan-Cummins 6MDKBN diesel generator (port bridge deck locker) or Victron Energy Multiplus Compact 12/3000/120 inverter charger (starboard engine room)
Shore Power Socket:
Shore power socket is Marinco 125/250V socket with screw on cover
3600W isolation transformer with 120V/240V auto sensing to connect shore power to vessel’s internal 120V system
125V/250V distribution and breakers in port engine room on forward bulkhead
House batteries
Inverter charger
Solar Controller
230V/110V breakers
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM – 12V DC
House batteries located within starboard engine room: four (4) Victron Energy 12.8V/200AHr Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries secured in place
System uses two (2) external Victron Energy BMS 12-200 battery management units with Victron Cerbo GX and a GX7 color display for system monitoring and control
Four (4) rigid solar panels (1,300W total) on the hardtop
Two (2) Victron Energy Smartsolar 100/50 MPPT charge controllers
115A high output alternators on each engine
Victron Energy Multiplus Compact 12/3000/120 inverter charger
Primary anchor is a 33kg galvanized Rocna Vulcan anchor with a new 300ft chain of 10mm galvanized steel
Second anchor is a Fortress FX-23 aluminum anchor with a bucket of West Marine chain/rode (for vessels up to 40ft)
Third anchor is the original Lewmar Delta anchor shipped as standard with the vessel at new
Windlass is a Quick 12V/1000W windlass with rope drum on top and operated by a wired remote control
Vessel’s lifelines/guardrails run along side, 2-course system with clear 5mm stainless-steel wire and tapered pass-through stanchions
1-inch diameter stainless-steel rail system across the transom used for rear support when sitting on cross-deck benches
DAVITS/DINGHY LIFTING ARRANGEMENT
Dinghy is raised, lowered and stored on a dinghy lift platform, raised/lowered using a remote wireless fob
RUNNING RIGGING
Reefing of the mainsail (when rigged) is by single line reefing with all lines led back to the helm position
SAILS
Genoa – white Dacron by Incidences Sails, France, around 9.6 Oz weight cloth, furled around forestay extrusion
Mainsail – similar material by same loft, stowed on the boom inside stack pack and lazy jacks, stack pack zipped closed for UV protection
STANDING RIGGING
Mast is supported by a single set of shrouds and single forestay, double set of swept spreaders and forward struts with diamond stays to set prebend in mast
12kva Cummins Onan generator 3950 hours
Aquabase watermaker 60l/h
Rainman watermaker 120l/h
Small washing machine
Engine hours are similar but previous owner replaced engine counter at 500h for Starboard side as it was faulty
Stainless steel diesel tank, 400L capacity
(2) Fresh water tank blue polyform, total capacity 700L
Blackwater system (2) polyform holding tanks
Sailed an older Fountaine Pajot previously, chose new model Astrea 42 owners version for 24/25 Caribbean season, ideal for living onboard as a small family
Sowilo set up with solar, large generator (11kva), plenty fridge/freezer space, 2 water makers, Starlink, ample space and headroom, forward seating, top-deck sun-loungers
Swim platform (dinghy lift) enables easy access between boat and water, ideal for diving, snorkelling, water sports, loading goods
Very easy to sail single-handed, lines lead to spacious helm, accommodates 2-3 people under sail
Fully set up with tool and spares cupboard for all running repairs and maintenance
Galley has plenty of storage and is set-up with all cooking ware
Suitable for coastal or long-term blue water cruising
Third owners from new, never chartered, cruised Caribbean chain for 2 seasons
Currently stored on the hard in North Sound Marine, Antigua
Maintenance and upgrades:
New trampoline in black flat netting 4/25 (stored onboard, just needs installation)
Life-raft serviced 8/24
Aquabase watermaker changed membrane & salinometer 10/24
Last haul out 11/24
New anti-fowling bottom paint 11/24
Replaced anchor chain with 300ft length of G43/10mm/P30 11/24
Engine serviced: oil, filters, impellers 11/24 (Prt 1280h, Str 780h)
Generator serviced: oil, filters, impeller, belts at 4300h
Replaced throttle cables and throttle control box 12/24
Upgraded to new Yamaha 25hp dingy motor 10/24
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel
A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated
This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice
Listing MLS by Yachtr.com
Sowilo is a 2020 Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42 Owners Version, offered for sale by her third private owner and never chartered. She is immaculately maintained and fully equipped for serious bluewater or off-grid cruising, with a thoughtfully upgraded systems suite including solar, lithium batteries, dual watermakers, and more. The layout is the highly sought-after “Maestro” version featuring a spacious owner’s hull to starboard with a king-size bed, generous storage, a walk-in shower, and a private head. The port hull includes two queen-size guest cabins, each with en-suite bathrooms — one featuring a separate shower and the other a combined wet head.
The saloon offers 360° views, ample natural light, and a full nav station with integrated systems monitoring. A U-shaped galley is well-appointed with a large countertop, three independent fridge/freezer units, gas oven, stovetop, and additional cooking appliances including a pizza oven, plancha grill, and air fryer. The cockpit is shaded and spacious, with wraparound seating, a cockpit table, and access to both the helm and top deck, which offers dual sunloungers and panoramic views. A forward cockpit and large trampolines complete the exterior lounging areas.
Sowilo is equipped for energy independence and comfort, with 1,300 watts of solar, a Victron lithium house bank, a Victron Multiplus inverter/charger, Cerbo GX monitoring system, and a 13.5kW Onan generator. Electrical systems are based around 240V/50Hz AC and 12V DC, and include a shore transformer for worldwide compatibility. The vessel has air conditioning throughout, a small washing machine, and a full suite of Victron and Garmin electronics including autopilot, radar, AIS, and multiple MFDs.
Propulsion comes from twin Volvo D2-50 diesel engines with saildrives, complemented by a new Yamaha 25HP outboard on the tender. Recent upgrades include new anchor chain, trampoline, and various system services (generator, watermakers, engines). A wide array of tools, spares, safety gear, galleyware, and cruising equipment are included, making this a truly turn-key vessel.
Sowilo is currently stored on the hard in Antigua and is priced at $584,000. She is ideal for a couple or family seeking an immediately available, ocean-ready cruising catamaran. For more information, to request a detailed inventory, or to schedule a viewing, please contact listing broker Devon Norris. Co-brokerage inquiries are welcome.
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors to investigate such details as the buyer desired validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice. Photos may not properly reflect the current condition of the actual vessel offered for sale. In some cases stock photographs may have been used.
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing.
All dinghies are considered separate vessels and should have separate titles and documents. There is no guarantee as to the title of the dinghy on this vessel so Buyer accepts that while he may receive the dinghy included in the transaction, he may not receive the proper title to it.
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