DeFever 49 Pilothouse BLUEWATER, LONG RANGE PILOTHOUSE, GREAT UPGRADES!! Just Listed

Arthur DeFever created something special with the DeFever 49 Pilothouse, a vessel renowned for its seaworthiness, exceptional range and luxurious accommodation. "Apres Vous" stands tall amongst her competitors, with her proud bow standing high above the marina dock and her beautiful lines that draw the eye past the other vessels of this size. It is often said that "if a boat looks right, it will perform right", and Apres Vous "looks right". The long-term owner is an experienced motor cruiser who has lavished time and money on improving the vessel, including a complete repaint, new genset, new gearboxes, as well as the regular upkeep that a vessel of this stature might require.
Entering the main saloon from the aft deck, there is a sense of space and light with a large L-shaped dining area to port and a couch to starboard; there is combined seating for eight or more people. Moving forward, there is the galley with access to the engine room, sleeping accommodation, and the pilothouse. Once in the pilothouse, there is an impressive view over the bow for the helmsman who also has a logically laid out instrument array across the dashboard. Behind the helmsman, there is a table and raised seating for the whole crew and a comfortable seaberth for the off-watch captain.
Moving from the galley to the accommodation area is via a staircase that lands between the master and the guest cabin. The master is midships with a centreline queen-sized walk-around berth with a private ensuite on the starboard side, the ensuite includes a bathtub, head and shower. The guest cabin features two comfortable berths as well as a private head.
Boarding Apres Vous via the opening bulwark gates leads you to the broad side decks that can take you 360 degrees around the vessel or to either of the wheelhouse doors, port and starboard. The aft deck is spacious with another opening leading to the large duck board. The aft deck is also the entry point into the main saloon with twin doors that can be opened to blend the interior with the exterior and make entertaining in pleasant weather all the more enjoyable. The flybridge features a large deck with the dinghy cradle and crane in the aft starboard corner. There is plenty of seating in the helm area and mirrored engine controls and gauges.
"Apres Vous" exudes old-world charm and comfort; she comes from a time of excess that is rarely seen today.
"Apres Vous" is fortunate to be powered by the ever-reliable Ford Leaman 120 hp diesel engines, which have been well maintained and provide economical cruising at 12 litrs per hour for 8 knots. This, combined with a 3000 litre capacity, provides a generous range that opens up the world to the adventurous crew. The engine room is light, roomy and well laid out with systems that are easy to identify and monitor.
Big volume seaworthy pilothouse boats at this price point are not common, and "Apres Vous" is ready to cruise, the maintenance has been done, the engines are reliable and economical, and the boat has had the benefit of a complete paint job and a new genset. "Apres Vous" is your chance to step aboard and explore Australia and beyond in luxury and safety, knowing that you are on a DeFever 49 Pilothouse.
If you would like to know more about this vessel, please contact Jack Allison on Call Seller , Stuart Watson Call Seller or Jo Breen Call Seller

Derwent Boat Sales offers the information on this vessel including condition, in good faith as provided by the Owner/Vendor. While confident about the accuracy we cannot Guarantee or Warrant it but will assist any prospective purchaser verify this as part of the purchase process.