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Introducing S/V “Cerebral Seabatical”
2019 Fountaine Pajot Saona 47
Maestro (Owner’s Version) Fully Loaded for Circumnavigation
Builder: Fountaine Pajot (France)Designer: Berret Racoupeau Yacht DesignModel: Saona 47 MaestroYear: 2019 (commissioned 2018 per USCG record)Name: Cerebral SeabaticalOfficial Number: 1292971Hailing Port: Annapolis, MDFlag: United StatesHull Material: FRP (Fiberglass)Dimensions: LOA 45.9 ft | Beam 25.3 ft | Draft ~4.4 ft | GRT 41 tonsEngines: Twin Volvo Penta D2-60 diesels (60 HP each)Generator: Cummins Onan 13.5kW MDKDN
Vessel OverviewThe Fountaine Pajot Saona 47 is an award-winning luxury cruising catamaran, praised for its blend of performance, stability, and spacious liveaboard comfort. Cerebral Seabatical is the desirable Maestro owner’s version, featuring 3 cabins and 3 ensuite heads, with the starboard hull dedicated to a luxurious owner’s suite. She was highly customized from new, with a long list of factory and dealer-installed upgrades. She has a proven circumnavigation track record.
Designed by Berret Racoupeau, the Saona 47 delivers excellent sailing characteristics while offering expansive living and entertaining spaces. Her wide 25’3” beam and open-plan cockpit/salon create seamless indoor-outdoor living, while her flybridge helm and lounging areas provide commanding views underway or at anchor.
Key Features & UpgradesInterior & ComfortMaestro layout: 3 cabins / 3 heads including a full-beam Owner’s suite• Reverse-cycle air conditioning system (40K BTU)• Full galley with 90L freezer, microwave, refrigerator, gas stove, oven & icemaker• Upgraded interior finishes with salon curtains, fans, 110 & USB plugs, and custom cabinetry
Electronics & Navigation• Garmin Navigation Suite with radar, AIS, autopilot, depth/speed/wind instruments, VHF• Forward mast-mounted camera & FLIR/Axis cockpit cameras• Victron power monitoring with GX Touch
Electrical & Energy• ReLion Lithium house battery bank• 3 × 365W solar panels with controllers• Victron MultiPlus inverter/chargers• Galvanic isolator (Newmar GI-50)
Deck & Rigging• Code 0 sail with top-down furler• Bowsprit & gennaker gear• Hydraulic dinghy/swim platform lift• Upgraded Mantus 85 anchor package• Flexofold folding props• Underwater lights
Entertainment• Fusion stereo system with subs, JL Audio tower speakers, upgraded amplifiers• Smart TV on swing arm (upgraded to 40″)• Iridium Go satellite comms• Ship WiFi network
Safety & Cruising Gear• Liferaft (MP10 container)• Seagull water filtration system• 12V 60L/h watermaker (low consumption)• Minimum safety kit installed
Condition & Survey Notes (2025)A full vessel assessment (Sept 2025) found Cerebral Seabatical to be in overall serviceable condition, with primary systems operational. Noted items for buyer attention include: aft salon A/C unit not operational; forward salon unit with weak cooling; stern navigation light not functioning; port engine start battery requires replacement; windlass power supply pending verification; autopilot slightly erratic; audio system uneven; hydraulic swim platform requires sensor adjustment.
SpecificationsLength Overall (LOA): 45.9 ftBeam: 25.3 ftDraft: ~4.4 ftDisplacement: ~32,400 lbs (light)Sail Area (upwind): ~1,367 sq ftFuel Capacity: ~248 gal (2 × 470L tanks)Water Capacity: ~185 gal (700L)Engines: 2 × Volvo D2-60, sail drivesGenerator: Onan 13.5kWWatermaker: 60 L/h 12VSolar: 3 × 365W array
Broker’s RemarksCerebral Seabatical is an extensively optioned and thoughtfully upgraded owner’s version Saona 47, U.S.-documented and duty-paid. With her lithium power system, solar array, upgraded electronics, and comfort amenities, she is ideal for extended cruising or luxury liveaboard life. She combines the sought-after pedigree of Fountaine Pajot with modern upgrades and careful ownership.
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