Van De Stadt Forna 37 Just Listed

Overview
A rare opportunity to acquire a well-maintained, fully equipped offshore cruising yacht holding current commercial survey to 2C and 2E standards, along with an established, cruising tourism business.

Epsilon is a 38ft (11.5m) Van de Stadt Forna design launched in 1999, built to last with a strip-planked western red cedar and Tasmanian oak hull near the keel, wrapped in e-glass and epoxy with Awlgrip two-pack topsides. She is Australian registered (30784QC) and fully commercially surveyed to 2C Restricted Offshore and 2E standards -- making her immediately operable for paying passenger work without additional compliance costs.

Proven Offshore Pedigree: Epsilon has completed 4 Sydney to Hobart International Yacht Races -- one of the most demanding bluewater ocean races in the world -- placing first in her division in her most recent race. This is a yacht that has been proven in the toughest conditions offshore racing has to offer.

The Business -- Sun Sailing (sunsailing. Com. Au)
Sun Sailing is a thriving lifestyle business and turnkey cruising tourism operation established in July 2022, based on the Gold Coast, QLD. In just a few years it has built an outstanding reputation, amassing over 600 five-star reviews and active, established listings across all major OTA (Online Travel Agency) platforms. A strong social media presence is also included in the sale. The sale also includes the established website, business name, goodwill, all OTA and social media accounts, and all equipment used for charter operations. For the right buyer, this is a genuine income-generating lifestyle opportunity from day one -- with the hard work of building a brand and reputation already done.

Priced to sell with the business. Yacht may be availabe without the business. Please enquire.

Engine & Propulsion
o Volvo Penta D2-40 (installed 2015), single lever Morse control
o Folding 2-blade s/s Slipstream propeller (new 2024), max 7 knots
o 180L stainless steel fuel tank
Accommodation & Galley
o 6 berths: double forward with vanity, queen aft, plus 2 saloon berths
o Hot & cold shower, electric toilet with 80L holding tank (electric macerator + deck pump-out)
o Galley: 3-burner gas stove & oven, 240V microwave, bench fridge (needs repair), Dometic 75L fridge/freezer, Adventureridge 75L fridge/freezer
o 2 x 9kg galvanised gas bottles
o Stereo/CD with internal and cockpit speakers
o 250L total fresh water (180L + 70L s/s tanks)
o Bimini, dodger, infill & clears to cockpit
Sails & Rigging
o Fully battened main with 3 reefs (2016) + trysail
o #3 furling jib (2017) + spare #3 furling jib, #4 with battens, storm jib
o Spinnakers: 1.5oz fractional, masthead, proposal spinnaker
o Furlex 2000 furler with removable drum for racing
o Standing rigging replaced 2025 (s/s 1x19; lowers 1x19 Dyform)
o Alloy mast, boom & spinnaker pole, fully anodised -- fractional rig
o 4 x 2-speed self-tailing winches (2 cabin top, 2 cockpit coaming)
Ground Tackle & Deck
o 15kg s/s Bruce anchor + 60m of 10mm tested chain (replaced Feb 2026)
o Danforth anchor with 10m chain + 50m x 25mm silver rope
o Electric Muir windlass (replaced Sept 2025) with helm up/down switch
o Drop-down s/s stern ladder, webbing jackstays, mooring lines & fenders
o 4 deck cushions + 2 cockpit cushions (replaced Dec 2025)
o Whitlock solid rod steering + emergency alloy tiller
o Plastimo Olympic 135mm steering compass
Electronics & Navigation
o Raymarine depth sounder, log, ST 2000 autopilot, ST 80 GPS with MOB button
o GME chartplotter with AIS display, GME Class 2 AIS, GME VHF radio
o Barrett SB250 HF radio + Icom auto antenna tuner
Electrical
o All circuits circuit-breaker protected
o 115A alternator, 300W inverter
o Shore power 240V with 2 below-deck outlets + 240V hot water heater
o 2 flexible solar panels (Jan 2025)
o Battery monitor -- Batt Man (volts, amps, amp hours)
o 1 x house battery, 1 x engine start battery
Safety -- Commercial Survey 2C & 2E
o EPIRB -- float-free, water-activated
o Liferaft: 8-pax Great Circle brand
o 12 adult + 4 children life jackets
o 3 x fire extinguishers
o Flares, life buoys, first aid kit, binoculars, clock/barometer, day shapes, signalling device
o 3 x manual bilge pumps, 3 x electric bilge pumps

Epsilon is a capable, comfortable offshore yacht that has been continuously updated and well cared for. Her commercial survey status makes her a genuinely rare find at this price point -- most comparable vessels require significant investment to achieve the same compliance. Viewing is available on the Gold Coast by appointment.
Serious enquiries only please.