St Francis 44 Mkii for sale in Saint Augustine, FL United States of America

If you are dreaming about setting sail on a safe, comfortable and proven blue water cruising catamaran - do not miss this opportunity! This 1999 St. Francis 44 MKII is designed by renowned naval architect, Angelo Lavranos, and built by St. Francis Marine in South Africa as a sailing machine. Constructed with solid fiberglass below the water line and vinyl ester resin infused core cell foam sandwich above the water line, Majestic is strong and capable. A testament to its sailing performance, a St. Francis 44 won the 1994 Cape to Rio Race. In 1999 the 44 was redesigned for additional comfort with an increased bridge deck clearance and increased headroom and given the designation MKII. Further demonstrating her sea worthiness, this boat has sailed across the Atlantic on her own hulls. She has cruised the Caribbean and east coast of the United States. Not only is Majestic a blue water ocean going vessel, but she is ICW compliant with a mast height of 62 feet. This provides plenty of options for traveling the East Coast. Majestic is fully kitted out to go cruise. She is equipped with upgraded low engine hour 40 hp Yanmar diesel engines, a lithium house battery bank, solar, water maker, dockside air conditioning, star link satellite dish and a new premium Highfield dinghy with a 25 hp outboard engine. Majestic began her life as a 4 cabin - 4 head vessel. The owners have converted her to a 3 cabin + flex space/workshop with 2 heads for their intended use. The present owners of Majestic have cruised and lived aboard her or 20 years. They have raised their children from birth through high school on this boat. Majestic has hosted Thanksgiving dinners, cocktail parties, jam sessions, and dinghy drive-in movie nights. Majestic has sailed comfortably and safely with grandparents and infants. Majestic has never had an insurance claim. Never had a lightning strike, hull strike, hurricane damage, collision, delamination, water in the core, structural issues, bulkhead issues, sail drive issues, keel damage, or a dismasting or rig failure. Shes never been in charter and has been continuously maintained. Viewings available by appointment in St. Augustine, Florida.

Dimensions

LOA: 44 feet
Beam: 23 feet 7 inches
Draft: 3.4 feet
Air Draft: 62 feet (ICW compliant)
Displacement: 16,000 lbs.
Interior Head Room: 6 ft. 3 inches

Tankage

Fuel: 100 Gallons
Water: 150 Gallon in 2 separate 75 Gallon Tanks
Holding Tanks: 35 Gallons

Engines

Two Yanmar 40HP 3JH3CE installed midships. (NOTE: St. Francis 44s are normally powered with twin 27HP Yanmars, but Majestic was commissioned to have extra power, she is one of a kind in this aspect)
Yanmar SD31 saildrives.
Port engine: 1750 hours
Starboard engine: 1550 hours
Extremely well maintained engines. Impellers replaced annually. Fuel injectors are cleaned and serviced regularly. Outdrives serviced annually. Oil and coolant changed annually. Heat exchangers replaced in 2019 and serviced annually. Raw water coolant tank and exhaust elbows replaced in 2019.
Engines had a professional compression check in 2022.
New fixed 2-blade propellers in2021.

Sails

Neil Pryde fully battened mainsail. Heavy off-shore Dacron built to Tradewind specs for off-shore passages.
Sunbrella stack pack constructed in 2021 by Yacht Canvas of Annapolis with Lazy Jacks.
UKSails 10 oz dacron offshore 105 jib purchased in 2017 with a new UV cover made in November 2023 by Turbulence LTD in Grenada.

Rigging

Dyneema lifelines. New 2018.

Standing rigging was completely replaced in 2019 by West Marine Rigging. Mast was also unstepped, inspected, and refurbished at that time.
Tides Marine sail track on mast.New April 2024.
Standing rigging and chain plates were inspected again by Horizon Yachts in Grenada, November 2023.
Most of the running rigging was replaced with all Dyneema line in 2012. The mainsheet and traveler were not replaced and are in decent condition but could perform better with replacement.
Port and Starboard Lewmar 50 self-tailing winches

Steering

New rudders and rudder posts custom made by Foss Foam November 2021.
Steering cables replaced and entire steering system inspected by Port Annapolis Marina, November 2021.
Raytheon autopilot.

Navigation Electronics

B&G Vulcan chartplotter with premium charts for the entire Caribbean. New 2019.
B&G WS320 wireless wind sensor. New 2022.
B&G Radar (not presently working). New 2019.
High speed GPS and compass integration to allow radar/chart overlay.
AIS.
Raytheon depth sounder.
LED masthead tricolor and steaming lights. New October 2023.
Dual Electronics XGPS150A Multipurpose Portable Universal Bluetooth GPS Receiver allows any iPad or laptop to become a chartplotter.

Communications

Starlink satellite dish. New 2022. Mounted on aft arch wired to dedicated pure sine wave inverter and router.

Standard Horizon VHF radio with AIS feed to chartplotter mounted at nav station.
2 Standard Horizon portable VHF radios with GPS location.
Wireless solar-powered security camera integrated with Starlink for remote monitoring from any location.
Peplink Mobility 42G, 7-in-1 5G Ready Cellular and Wi-Fi Antenna System with GPS receiver. New 2022.
weBoost Drive Reach RV / Cell phone signal booster kit. New 2021.
Ambient Smart Weather Station mounted on aft arch. New 2021.

Ground Tackle

65 pound galvanized steel Mantus anchor.
150 feet of high test anchor chain. New 2021.
200 feet of inch, 3 strand anchor rode. New 2021.
Anchor/ mooring bridle. New 2024.
Mantus chain hook. New 2021.
Electric windlass. Up/ Down switches. New 2024 (need to be installed)
LED masthead anchor light. New October 2023.

Solar, Batteries And 12 V Systems

Batteries

4x 206Ah SOK LiFEPO4 Lithium batteries. New 2023.5000 cycle, 10-year warranty (through 2033) These batteries are the equivalent of 1600 Ah of AGMs with 5x the lifespan.

Solar

Majestic is set up to run all systems long term completely off solar.

3x 420W (1260W total) Mission monocrystalline solar panels. New 2021. These solar panels form the hard top roof for the cockpit.

25 year warranty. Made in the USA.

Inverter/ Charger

Victron MPPT SmartSolar new 2021 / 85A/150V. Bluetooth connectivity, LiFePO4 compatible.

Victron SmartShunt. New 2021. Uses bluetooth connectivity to monitor with a smartphone so you can see exactly what you are consuming and generating.

Magnum energy 2500w inverter/charger .

Dual 30 amp shore power plugs. One dedicated to reverse cycle air conditioning and heating and one for the house bank.
Four 30 amp shore power cords.
One 50 to twin 30 amp pigtail.
One 30 amp to twin 120v /15 amp pigtail

Victron SmartCharger portable backup charger. New 2023. Bluetooth connectivity and LiFePO4 compatibility.

On Board

The boat is set up to run long term completely on solar.
Multiple 12v sockets for fans or other devices and USB charging in each room.

A purpose-built charging bench with 15 charging ports for all 12 volt chargeable devices like headlamps, fans, iPads, Kindles, power tools, etc.)

Accommodations

Cockpit

Fully protected cockpit with double seating on the sides.
Cockpit table folds down for more space or opens for more table area.
Large storage under the cockpit table.
Large aft cockpit locker for ample storage.
Smaller forward storage locker.
New cockpit KiwiGrip non-skid October 2023.
New cockpit flooring 2024.
2 small and 2 extra large floor drains.
Single helm seat. Large steering wheel with new wrap applied 2024.
Hardtop custom made from solar panels and rigid plastic new 2021.
Hard plexi 3/4 dodger new 2022.
Oversized, factory built, stainless steel arch to hold dingy and additional solar.
Full aft swim platform with KiwiGrip non-skid newly applied 2023.
Freshwater washdown on port side sugar scoop step.
Solar powered motion control lighting/ can be positioned anywhere.
Sliding French doors into the salon with detachable, magnetic closing screen new 2024.

Galley

Majestic has a large galley down in the port hull with ample counter space and ventilation.
New sinks installed in 2022.
Force10 brand 3 burner propane stove + oven. Fully functioning but needs to be lit with lighter and shows age.
130 liter stainless steel Frigoboat refrigerator with separate compressor.
Minus40 115 liter freezer new 2018. Specifically designed for solar energy installations in hot climates. Superior insulation and efficient 12V DC refrigeration system provides minimum power consumption while giving top cooling performance.
Hot running water is electric and engine driven/ 10 gallons.
Loads of seaworthy storage for provisions and at hand ingredients.
Additional pantry space in converted space aft of galley. Majestic can provision for many months comfortably in both shelf stable goods and cold storage.

Aft Starboard

Single cabin with twin bed. Closet space with shelves, and storage under vanity and bed. Ceiling panels are frosted plexi with remote control LED colorful lighting. One large hatch and one small side port for ventilation and light.
Vent for reverse cycle air conditioning/ heat.
12v and 120v outlets for fans and devices plus stereo and speaker.
Flex-Space for potential composting head. We removed the head to make more play space for our kids. Thru-hull was sealed but the sink is still plumbed. Space can be converted into a head again or used for storage or anything you need. One side port for ventilation.

Midships Starboard

Outer wall is lined with bookshelves and storage.
Inner wall is engine access, flex-space, and more storage.
1 large hatch and 1 small side port for ventilation and light.

Forward Starboard Cabin

Queen sized athwartships bunk with new 2020 Tuft & Needle mattress.
Oversized storage in 4 lockers adjacent to bunk. Deep bookshelf over bunk.
Reading light with USB charging port + 12v plugs at head of bunk.
Installed Hella fan + 2 small hatches and 1 large hatch for excellent ventilation and natural light.
Vent for reverse cycle air conditioning/ heating.
Under mattress tool storage.
Custom built charging bench at foot of bed for multiple device charging.
One deep hanging closet locker, vanity with storage, and one deep multi-shelf locker.

Forward Starboard Head

En suite head with Jabsco saltwaterelectric flush, full sized toilet new May 2024.
Medicine cabinet, wall shelving, under sink storage, and 3 large storage lockers.
Bathtub with shower.
One small side port and one large side hatch for ventilation.
35 gallon holding tank new 2021 and plumbing new 2024.
Access to forepeak storage through shower/tub area.

Salon

Red ultrasuede settee seats 6 people with deep under table storage.
Wrap around tinted solid glass windows, recently re-sealed. Exterior snap on sun shades.
4 ceiling lights on a dimmer. One large LED light at entry.
2 opening hatches for ventilation.
Nav station with breaker panel and space for additional electronics or television.
Deep shelf storage behind the settee.
Batteries and 16,000 BTU reverse cycle air conditioning/ heat under settee with large vent in corner behind settee.
Plynyl flooring by Chilewich.

Aft Port

Ample work room and pantry. This space was originally a cabin/ head but we converted it into flex-space for work/ school space and storage for provisions. Space is a blank slate with many possible uses and a huge amount of storage.

Midships Port

Galley spans the center of the port hull.
Galley is open to the aft work room and pantry with no door giving the space an open feel.
1 large hatch and 1 small side port for ventilation and light.
Ample counter space and deep shelves for seaworthy provision storage.
Vent for reverse cycle air conditioning/ heating.
Engine access.
See Galley specs above for more details.

Forward Port Cabin

Queen sized athwartships bunk.
Oversized storage in 4 lockers adjacent to bunk. Deep bookshelf over bunk.
Under mattress storage.
One deep hanging closet locker, vanity with storage, and one deep multi-shelf locker.
2 small hatches and 1 large hatch for excellent ventilation and natural light.

Forward Port Head

En suite head with Jabsco saltwater manual flush, full sized toilet. New May 2024
Medicine cabinet, wall shelving, under sink storage, and 3 large storage lockers.
Bathtub with shower/ tub which holds washing machine. New 2021 (washing machine can be moved elsewhere)
1 small side port and one large side hatch for ventilation.
Access to forepeak storage through shower/tub area.

Creature Comforts and Extras

Rainman watermaker. New November 2021. High output 30 gallons per hour. Full set of spares. Gas powered with a dedicated generator. Portable and independent of all systems.
Reverse cycle heating and air conditioning. New 2019. Works on shore power only. 16000 BTU CruiseAir Turbo unit for salon and forward cabins.
14000 BTU CruiseAir reverse cycle heating and air conditioning unit for galley and aft cabins.
Giantex Washing machine. New November 2021
Stereo speakers in the salon and cockpit.

Bluetooth stereo system in salon.

Mantus pony dive tank SCUBA set.
Sun awnings for foredecks.
Range of exterior screens for hatches.
Range of boat hooks and brushes.

Deck

Deck

KiwiGrip non-skid throughout. Side decks and cabin top applied October 2023.
LED mid-mast deck light. New October 2023.
Forward trampoline netting and slides. New 2021. Slides are half heavy duty metal and half heavy duty UV resistant plastic with Dyneema lacing line.
Port and Starboard diesel fuel tanks/ 50 gallons each. Tanks cleaned and polished 2021.
Vented propane locker with 3 propane tanks.
Port and Starboard forepeak sail lockers for fenders, lines, and sail storage. Top loading access and internal access.
Heavy midship cleats port and starboard.
Port and starboard bow seats.
Port and starboard bow cleats.

External Generator

Ryobi 1800 W Stand Alone Generator

Safety

10 adult offshore USCG compliant PFDs.
New Grocco Bronze thru-hulls 2021.
3 adult inflatable PFDs with integrated harness and safety clip-in lines.
Removable heavy webbing jack lines cockpit to forward of mast.
Garmin InReach SE+ Satellite communicator new November 2021.
Emergency high-powered portable bilge pump with power cable long enough to reach 12V outlet from anywhere on boat.
Majestic has a full set of fire extinguishers, flares, CO2 alarm, and smoke alarm.

Dinghy

2023 Highfield aluminum RIBwith Sunbrella UV chaps custom made 2023 by Turbulence LTD Grenada.
2017 25hp Yamaha EFI outboard. The dinghy can plane with 800 pounds of gear or people.
6 gallon gas tank concealed in bow locker
Stainless steel security chain and small stainless steel Mantus anchor. Long painter and clip. New 2024.