01Overview

Freshwater Kept, Heated Indoor Stored, Original Owner — The Most Lightly Used Hylas 56 On the Water

03Specifications

Length56′ LOA

Beam15′

Draft6′ 4"

Year2016

TypeSail

HullFiberglass

FuelDiesel

Cabins3

Heads2

Fuel capacity414 gal

Water capacity141 gal

04Description

Freshwater Kept, Heated Indoor Stored, Original Owner — The Most Lightly Used Hylas 56 On the Water

Stella Blue is an extraordinary example of the Hylas 56 is undoubtably the most lightly used yacht of her kind available today. Offered for sale by her original owner, she has spent her entire life in freshwater, typically commissioned for only three months each year and stored indoors in a heated facility for the remainder of the season.

Each winter, Stella Blue has been stored with the rig removed, protecting the mast, standing rigging, deck hardware, canvas, and exterior finishes from prolonged exposure to the elements. This exceptional ownership and storage history is evident throughout the yacht. Her exterior, interior, machinery spaces, and bilge all present in remarkably immaculate condition, and there is none of the saltwater corrosion commonly found around stainless-steel hardware, electrical connections, machinery, plumbing components, or deck fittings.

Her condition alone places Stella Blue in a category of her own, but it is the underlying design and construction of the Hylas 56 that makes her such a compelling offshore yacht.

The Hylas 56 is a serious bluewater cruising design created to combine offshore strength, dependable systems, secure handling, and refined liveaboard comfort. Her center-cockpit configuration provides a protected working environment on deck while creating space below for a private and exceptionally spacious aft owner’s suite.

The hull is constructed using hand-laid Twaron carbon-aramid fiber and fiberglass laminates with vinylester resin in a solid, uncored composite structure. This robust construction is complemented by a watertight collision bulkhead forward, watertight aft compartments, a solid lead keel, substantial stainless-steel keel bolts, and a partially skegged rudder positioned above the keel plane for added protection in the event of grounding.

On deck, the Hylas 56 is arranged for safe and efficient offshore operation. High stanchions, double lifelines, substantial stainless-steel and teak handrails, wide side decks, and a deep center cockpit provide security for crew moving around the yacht underway. Generous topside storage includes large aft lazarettes, a stern garage, a deep forward sail locker, and divided anchor and deck-gear compartments.

The cutter rig provides a versatile and manageable sail plan well suited to short-handed cruising. Stella Blue is further distinguished by her electric in-mast furling mainsail, roller-furling headsail and staysail, electric primary and secondary winches, and bow thruster. These features make sail handling, docking, and close-quarters maneuvering significantly easier for a cruising couple or limited crew.

Below deck, Stella Blue offers a highly customized three-cabin, two-head arrangement finished in handcrafted teak with raised-panel cabinetry, bamboo cabin soles, generous storage, and nearly seven feet of headroom in the main saloon. The full-length passage galley provides secure bracing on either tack, while the dedicated navigation station creates a practical command center for offshore passagemaking. The center-cockpit layout also allows for a spacious aft owner’s stateroom with centerline queen berth, extensive hanging lockers, and ensuite head.

For a buyer seeking a Hylas 56 without the wear, corrosion, and accumulated deterioration typically associated with a yacht of this age, Stella Blue represents a rare opportunity. Her original-owner provenance, freshwater history, limited seasonal use, heated indoor storage, immaculate condition, and highly desirable cruising specification set her apart from virtually every comparable Hylas 56 on the market.

Key Features:

Exceptional freshwater provenance — always kept in freshwater and reportedly free from the saltwater corrosion commonly found on comparable yachts
Remarkably light seasonal use, typically commissioned for only approximately three months each year
Heated indoor storage during the off-season with the mast and rig removed
Offered for sale by the original owner
Immaculately maintained interior, exterior, machinery spaces, and bilge
Highly desirable shoal-draft configuration
Powerful Yanmar 110 HP diesel engine with four-blade Max-Prop
Side-Power SP150TC bow thruster with helm control
Northern Lights 6kW generator
Selden electric in-mast furling mainsail
Roller-furling 135% genoa and staysail
Electric Antal primary, secondary, and mainsheet winches
Deep, protected center cockpit designed for secure offshore sailing and short-handed operation
Whitlock Mamba direct-drive steering system
Three-cabin, two-head interior arrangement
Spacious aft owner’s suite with centerline queen berth, custom memory-foam mattress, extensive cabinetry, and ensuite head
Forward VIP stateroom with centerline island berth and custom memory-foam mattress
Versatile port guest cabin with pull-out double berth, fixed single berth, bicycle storage, and stainless-steel work surface
Handcrafted teak interior with raised-panel cabinetry and cedar-lined hanging lockers
Bamboo cabin sole with teak accent strips
Full-length offshore galley with Sahara Corian countertops and secure bracing on either tack
Independent Frigoboat refrigerator and freezer systems
Force 10 three-burner stove with oven and broiler
GE Advantium convection microwave and U-Line stainless-steel icemaker
Dedicated navigation station with dual work surfaces, chart storage, file cabinetry, and swing-out navigator’s seat
Robust solid, uncored Twaron carbon-aramid reinforced fiberglass hull construction
Vinylester resin construction with five epoxy barrier coats below the waterline
Watertight collision bulkhead forward and watertight aft compartments
Solid lead keel with substantial stainless-steel keel bolts and transverse backing plates
Partially skegged rudder positioned above the keel plane for grounding protection
Approximately 414 gallons of fuel capacity in six independent stainless-steel tanks
Approximately 141 gallons of freshwater capacity in two independent stainless-steel tanks
Four Lifeline AGM 8D house batteries providing approximately 1,000 amp-hours — replaced Spring 2024
Mastervolt charging and inverter equipment with dual engine and house-bank alternators
Isolation transformer for enhanced shore-power protection and international cruising capability
Two CruiseAir reverse-cycle air-conditioning systems with digital controls
Extensive topside storage, including large aft lazarettes, stern garage, deep forward sail locker, and divided anchor locker
Extended stainless-steel pushpit, 32-inch stanchions, double lifelines, and multiple Wichard safety attachment points
Solid teak cockpit sole, varnished teak cockpit table with built-in cooler, and teak stern seats
Interlux Ultra antifouling bottom paint — Spring 2025

S&J Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by David Walters Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

Interior Accommodations and Layout

INTERIOR ACCOMODATIONS AND LAYOUT

Stella Blue features a highly customized three-cabin, two-head interior finished in handcrafted teak, with raised-panel cabinetry, solid teak doors and trim, and cedar-lined hanging lockers throughout. The interior is complemented by a bamboo cabin sole with teak accent strips, Cameo White removable headliners, stainless steel concealed cabinet hinges, and furniture-grade joinery designed for both offshore durability and refined liveaboard comfort.

The yacht’s layout is centered around a spacious main saloon with an L-shaped dinette to port and a full-length settee to starboard. The raised saloon windows, opening ports, deck hatches, and light-colored headliners provide excellent natural light and ventilation, while teak trim surrounding the ports and teak facing along the interior coachroof create a warm and cohesive interior.

Forward of the saloon, a private passageway leads to the forward guest accommodations. The forward VIP stateroom features a centerline island berth, custom memory-foam mattress, extensive raised-panel cabinetry, and a dressing settee. The adjacent forward head includes a separate stall shower and may be accessed from the forward accommodation area.

Aft of the saloon to port is the versatile third cabin. This space incorporates a pull-out double berth, dedicated folding bicycle storage beneath the berth, additional lockers, and a stainless steel work surface, allowing it to function equally well as a guest cabin, workshop, equipment room, or offshore utility space.

The navigation station is positioned aft of the saloon to port and includes a large outboard-facing desk, a second computer workspace, a swing-out seat, dedicated chart storage, and extensive cabinetry. Opposite the navigation station, the full-length galley runs along the starboard passageway and provides a secure, well-braced working environment underway.

The galley passage leads aft to the private owner’s suite. The aft stateroom features a centerline queen berth with a custom memory-foam mattress, extensive hanging lockers and cabinetry, a starboard dressing settee, and generous natural ventilation through multiple opening ports and an overhead hatch. The ensuite owner’s head includes a separate stall shower and a combination washer/dryer.

Interior Styling and Additional Features

Three-cabin, two-head interior arrangement with a centerline aft owner’s berth, forward island berth, and convertible portside guest cabin
Customized teak interior with solid teak doors, trim, handrails, and furniture-grade joinery
Raised-panel cabinet, locker, and cabin doors throughout the interior
Cedar-lined hanging lockers
Bamboo cabin sole with 2-inch-wide bamboo planking and 1/4-inch teak accent strips
Positive-locking cabin sole panels designed for offshore passage-making
Epoxy-sealed subflooring and interior end grains for improved moisture protection
Cameo White removable headliners throughout
Teak facing along the interior coachroof in the main saloon, navigation station, galley, and aft stateroom
Teak trim surrounding the fixed and opening ports
Admiral HP2556 Ultraleather upholstery in the main saloon, navigation seat, forward cabin settee, and aft cabin settee
Custom memory-foam mattresses in the forward and aft staterooms
Stainless steel concealed hinges on raised-panel cabinets and hanging lockers
Corian countertops with molded, rounded fiddles in the galley and heads
Solid teak interior handrails positioned throughout the accommodation spaces for secure movement underway
Manship stainless steel overhead hatches and opening ports
Teak-framed hatch screens in the accommodation spaces and an OceanAir hatch screen in the aft stateroom
Imtra LED overhead lighting
Dimmable LED lighting in the main saloon and staterooms
Red Cantalupi courtesy footlights
Caframo two-speed fans throughout the interior
Overhead padeyes provided for the primary berths and saloon sea berths
Television mounting locations in the main saloon and owner’s stateroom, with CAT5 and HDMI cabling

MAIN SALOON

The main saloon is arranged with a large L-shaped dinette to port and a full-length settee to starboard, creating a comfortable central gathering area with excellent seating, storage, and natural light. The solid teak dinette table may be reduced in size with its removable leaf and lowered to convert the port seating area into an additional double berth.

The starboard settee incorporates a pull-out extension for use as a wider sea berth while underway. Overhead padeyes and retractable support bars are fitted along the port and starboard settees to support offshore sleeping arrangements and lee-cloth systems.

Raised-panel teak cabinetry, teak-trimmed ports, Cameo White headliners, and Admiral Ultraleather upholstery create a warm, traditional interior with a clean and contemporary finish. Fixed hull ports, opening ports, and overhead deck hatches provide abundant natural light and ventilation.

Main Saloon Features

L-shaped settee to port surrounding a solid teak dinette table
Dinette table with removable leaf for a reduced table configuration
Dinette lowers to convert the port seating area into a double berth
Full-length settee to starboard with approximately 9-inch pull-out extension for use as a sea berth
Admiral HP2556 Ultraleather upholstery
Raised-panel teak cabinetry throughout
Two raised-panel cabinets with shelves and fiddles above the port settee
Raised-panel cabinet aft above the starboard settee
Forward starboard cabinet configured as a dedicated liquor locker
Extensive storage beneath the port and starboard settees
Additional slide-out saloon seat with integrated storage
Teak trim surrounding the fixed and opening ports
Teak facing along the interior coachroof
Solid teak overhead handrails for secure movement underway
Overhead padeyes positioned outboard of the port and starboard settees
Retractable support bars fitted above the port and starboard settees for offshore berth arrangements
Bamboo cabin sole with teak accent strips
Cameo White removable headliner
Approximately 7 feet of maximum headroom
Fixed stainless steel hull ports providing natural light and outward visibility
Two Manship stainless steel overhead deck hatches with teak-trimmed screens
Two Caframo two-speed fans
Samsung TV mounted on the forward bulkhead
Two reading lights on the forward bulkhead
LED overhead lighting
Dimmable interior lighting
Red courtesy footlights

MASTER STATEROOM

The private aft owner’s stateroom is arranged around a centerline queen berth with a custom two-piece memory-foam mattress. The berth is flanked by extensive raised-panel teak cabinetry and hanging lockers, providing excellent storage for extended cruising and liveaboard use.

Three raised-panel hanging lockers are positioned along the port side. To starboard, two additional hanging lockers incorporate removable shelves and fiddles, allowing the spaces to be configured for either folded clothing or full-length hanging storage. A smaller settee is positioned beneath the starboard-side cabinetry and provides a convenient dressing seat with additional storage access behind it.

Additional storage is provided beneath the berth through two raised-panel lockers with internal partitions and removable shelving. A further hanging locker is positioned on the forward bulkhead, while a raised-panel cabinet with shelf and fiddle is located between the starboard hanging lockers and the berth.

Multiple opening ports, fixed hull ports, and a large overhead hatch provide excellent natural light and cross ventilation. Teak trim surrounds the opening ports, while the Cameo White headliner and bamboo cabin sole maintain the bright, refined finish found throughout the yacht.

Master Stateroom Features

Centerline queen berth
Custom two-piece memory-foam mattress
Two raised-panel storage lockers beneath the berth, partitioned with removable shelves and fiddles
Three raised-panel hanging lockers to port
Two raised-panel hanging lockers to starboard with removable shelves and fiddles
Forward bulkhead hanging locker
Raised-panel cabinet with shelf and fiddle adjacent to the berth
Cedar-lined hanging lockers
Starboard dressing settee upholstered in Admiral HP2556 Ultraleather
Storage access behind the starboard settee
Bookshelves positioned aft of the berth
Built-in safe located in the aft cabin hanging locker
Two LED reading lights positioned aft of the berth
LED overhead lighting
Cameo White removable headliner
Bamboo cabin sole with teak accent strips
Teak trim surrounding the opening ports
Large overhead hatch with OceanAir screen
Two opening ports positioned aft of the berth
Additional opening ports to port and starboard
Raised-panel teak door leading to the aft head
Samsung TV mounted on the forward bulkhead with CAT5 and HDMI cabling

Master Head

The ensuite master head is accessed directly from the aft owner’s stateroom and features a dedicated separate shower stall with a Lexan door. The compartment is finished with raised-panel teak cabinetry, a molded under-counter sink, Platinum Corian surfaces with rounded fiddles, and a durable non-skid sole.

A Jabsco electric freshwater-flush toilet is connected to a dedicated holding tank equipped with a tank monitor and electric macerator. The Splendide combination washer/dryer is installed within the shower-stall locker, keeping the appliance conveniently accessible while preserving the primary accommodation spaces.

Master Head Features

Ensuite access from the aft owner’s stateroom
Separate shower stall with Lexan door
Splendide 2000 combination washer/dryer installed in the shower-stall locker
Jabsco electric freshwater-flush toilet with 17-inch bowl
Dedicated holding tank with tank monitor
Electric macerator pump
Platinum Corian countertop
Platinum Corian rounded fiddles with smooth upper and lower edges
Molded under-counter sink
Raised-panel teak cabinetry and entry door
Mirrored storage cabinets
Full-length mirror mounted on the inside of the head door
Two towel racks
Opening portlight for natural ventilation
White Caframo two-speed fan
LED overhead lighting
Non-skid sole

VIP STATEROOM

The forward VIP stateroom is arranged around a centerline island berth with a custom two-piece memory-foam mattress. The berth is designed with lift-up access at the forward base, supported by heavy-duty hydraulic assists, providing access to the storage compartments and the pre-plumbed area intended for watermaker membranes.

Raised-panel teak cabinetry is fitted throughout the cabin, including four overhead cabinets positioned to port and starboard above the berth, each with an internal shelf and fiddle. Additional storage is provided through two locker doors at the base of the berth and a full-height hanging locker to starboard.

A compact dressing settee is positioned adjacent to the starboard hanging locker and upholstered in Admiral HP2556 Ultraleather. Rounded berth-side shelves with raised fiddles provide convenient bedside storage while maintaining safe, snag-free edges for use underway.

VIP Stateroom Features

Centerline island berth
Custom two-piece memory-foam mattress
Lift-up berth base with two heavy-duty hydraulic assists
Access beneath the berth for storage and watermaker membrane installation
Two locker doors at the forward base of the berth
Four raised-panel overhead cabinets above the berth, each with shelf and fiddle
Raised-panel hanging locker to starboard
Starboard dressing settee upholstered in Admiral HP2556 Ultraleather
Rounded bedside shelves with raised fiddles
Cedar-lined hanging locker
Bamboo cabin sole with teak accent strips
Cameo White removable headliner
Teak-framed overhead hatch screen
Two raised-panel teak cabin doors
LED overhead lighting
Reading lights
Caframo ventilation fan
Bow-thruster power switch located beneath the portside locker

VIP Head

The forward VIP head is positioned adjacent to the forward stateroom and is finished with raised-panel teak cabinetry, Platinum Corian surfaces, a molded under-counter sink, and a durable non-skid sole. A separate shower stall with a Lexan door keeps the remainder of the compartment dry and provides a practical arrangement for extended cruising.

The Jabsco electric freshwater-flush toilet is connected to a dedicated holding tank with a tank monitor and electric macerator. An opening port, overhead lighting, and a Caframo fan provide ventilation and illumination.

VIP Head Features

Access from the forward accommodation area
Separate shower stall with Lexan door
Jabsco electric freshwater-flush toilet with 17-inch bowl
Dedicated holding tank with tank monitor
Electric macerator pump
Platinum Corian countertop
Platinum Corian rounded fiddles with smooth upper and lower edges
Molded under-counter sink
Raised-panel teak cabinetry
Two raised-panel teak doors
Mirrored storage cabinets
Full-length mirror mounted on the inside of the head door
Two towel racks
Wet locker
Opening portlight
Teak-framed overhead hatch screen
White Caframo two-speed fan
LED overhead lighting
Non-skid sole

GUEST CABIN (PORT)

The portside guest cabin is a highly versatile space designed to function as a private double cabin, offshore crew berth, equipment room, or workshop. The primary berth pulls out to create a double and is hinged along the outboard side to provide access to substantial storage below.

The under-berth area was specifically configured to accommodate two bicycles, with hydraulic lift assists supporting the berth platform. Additional lockers beneath the berth, including hinged drop-down compartments, provide excellent storage for cruising gear, tools, and spares.

A fixed single berth is positioned along the forward bulkhead, allowing the cabin to serve as a twin-berth crew cabin when required. A stainless steel work surface beneath the pull-out berth further increases the cabin’s utility for maintenance and passagemaking.

Port Guest Cabin Features

Pull-out double berth hinged along the outboard side
Storage beneath the double berth sized to accommodate two bicycles
Two hydraulic lift assists for access beneath the berth
Raised-panel storage lockers beneath the double berth
Two hinged drop-down lockers below the primary storage compartments
Fixed single berth along the forward bulkhead
Single hanging locker positioned beneath the double berth at the forward bulkhead
Outboard storage lockers above the double berth
Stainless steel work surface extending from the forward bulkhead to the hanging locker
Dedicated cat-litter locker approximately 15 inches high with removable grating
Two opening portlights above the double berth
Teak-framed overhead hatch screen
Bamboo cabin sole with teak accent strips
Cameo White removable headliner
LED overhead lighting
LED reading lights
Caframo ventilation fans
Teak-veneered pocket door

GALLEY

The full-length galley is arranged along the starboard passageway between the main saloon and aft owner’s stateroom. At more than 10 feet in length, the passage-style layout provides substantial countertop space, deep storage, and secure bracing on either tack, making it especially well suited for offshore meal preparation.

The galley is finished with Sahara Corian countertops and fully molded rounded fiddles. Raised-panel teak cabinetry extends along the outboard side, while additional lockers, drawers, and appliance spaces provide organized storage for provisions, cookware, galleyware, and small appliances.

Refrigeration is provided by separate Frigoboat refrigerator and freezer systems. Both compartments are top- and front-loading and are fitted with independent compressors and dedicated drain pumps. A Force 10 three-burner propane stove with oven and broiler is positioned aft of the refrigeration compartments, while a GE Advantium stainless-steel convection microwave is mounted above the countertop.

The inboard galley section incorporates a double stainless-steel sink, a dedicated espresso locker, additional raised-panel cabinetry, and a stainless U-Line icemaker. Opening ports above the galley provide natural ventilation and additional light.

Galley Features

Full-length passage galley extending more than 10 feet between the main saloon and aft stateroom
Offshore-oriented layout providing secure bracing on either tack
Sahara Corian countertops with molded rounded fiddles
Raised-panel teak cabinetry throughout
Five primary raised-panel cabinets extending from the countertop toward the deckhead
Multiple drawers and lower storage lockers
Full-length raised-panel cabinet aft of the stove
Additional raised-panel cabinets leading aft toward the owner’s stateroom and inboard toward the navigation station
Force 10 three-burner propane stove with oven and broiler
Stainless-steel backsplash and removable countertop covers over the stove
GE PSA9120SFSS Advantium convection microwave oven with stainless-steel front
Independent Frigoboat refrigerator and freezer systems
Separate Danfoss compressors for the refrigerator and freezer
Top- and front-loading refrigerator and freezer access
Dedicated electric drain pumps for the refrigeration compartments
Broan trash compactor beneath the countertop
Stainless U-Line icemaker
Equal double-basin brushed stainless-steel sink
Two Corian sink covers
Dedicated espresso-appliance locker aft of the sink
Manual freshwater foot pump
Manual saltwater foot pump
120V AC outlet above the forward end of the countertop
Opening cockpit port above the sink
Teak trim surrounding the opening port
LED task lighting beneath the cockpit structure above the countertop
LED overhead lighting in the galley passageway
Cameo White removable headliner
Bamboo cabin sole with teak accent strips
Raised-panel teak door separating the galley from the aft stateroom
Dedicated access doors to the engine room and generator compartment

Navigation and Electronics

NAVIGATION STATION

The navigation station is positioned aft of the main saloon to port and is arranged as a dedicated command and working area for passagemaking, vessel systems monitoring, chartwork, and onboard computer use.

The primary outboard-facing navigation desk incorporates a bi-fold desktop designed to accommodate a laptop computer while preserving usable chart and writing space. A second desk is mounted aft along the bulkhead, creating an additional dedicated computer or communications workspace.

A swing-out navigator’s seat is integrated beneath the navigation station and may be secured out of the passageway when not in use. The electrical-panel cabinet is cut away beneath the desk to allow charts to slide into dedicated storage without interfering with the seating or passage.

Raised-panel teak cabinetry and drawers provide organized storage for navigational materials, documents, files, and onboard equipment. Teak trim above the navigation station and the bamboo cabin sole maintain the same finish and joinery found throughout the yacht.

Navigation Station Features

Outboard-facing navigation desk with bi-fold desktop
Dedicated laptop-computer workspace
Secondary desk mounted aft along the bulkhead
Bi-fold desktop on the secondary computer desk
Swing-out navigator’s seat beneath the navigation station
Cutaway beneath the circuit-breaker cabinet for chart storage
Two raised-panel drawers beneath the desk
Raised-panel file cabinet positioned inboard along the passageway
Large raised-panel cabinet beneath the cockpit structure
Teak facing above the navigation station
Bamboo cabin sole with teak accent strips
240V AC outlet at the outboard-facing navigation desk
Dedicated space for vessel electrical and systems panels
Hinged or removable access to wiring and system components
LED overhead lighting

ELECTRONICS & COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

Stella Blue was built with an integrated navigation and vessel-control system centered around the Whitlock Mamba steering arrangement and a dedicated autopilot drive. Instrumentation includes Raymarine sailing displays for wind, depth, and speed information, with vessel systems and electrical equipment distributed between the helm and navigation station.

The yacht was also prepared for extended offshore communications through the installation of an SSB grounding plate. Navigation, communication, and control components should be reviewed against the yacht’s current equipment inventory, as the owner-supplied build documents do not identify the complete installed electronics package or any subsequent upgrades.

Electronic Systems and Navigation Equipment

Raymarine i70 multifunction sailing instruments
Wind-speed and direction display
Depth sounder
Speed and log instrumentation
Autopilot configured for the Whitlock Mamba steering system
Dedicated autopilot drive connected to the direct-linkage steering arrangement
Ritchie 5-inch compass at the helm
SSB grounding plate installed for offshore communications equipment
Aqua Signal navigation lights
Masthead anchor light
Tricolor navigation light
Steaming light
Foredeck light
Electrical and instrument wiring routed to the navigation station with labeled system access
Raymarine autopilot and computer
Raymarine 4kW HD digital color radar mounted on the mast
Raymarine wind transducer
Raymarine transducers for speed and depth
Raymarine AIS transceiver
SiriusXM satellite radio antennas
WAAS GPS sensor

Helm & Cockpit

Raymarine Axiom 2 Pro S 12” chartplotter at the helm (2025)
Raymarine i70 MFD displays above the companionway (Wind, Speed, Depth)
Raymarine autopilot control head at the helm
Two Sirius Galaxy SRA-40 antennas
iCOM VHF command mic at the pedestal

Navigation Station

Raymarine Axiom 2 Pro RVM chartplotter (2025)
Fusion stereo control head with Bluetooth, Sirius XM radio, AM/FM, and Pandora integrated into the yachts multi-zone stereo speaker system
iCOM VHF Marine IC-M506 radio with AIS, and command mic

Construction and Key Features of the Hull and Deck

HULL

Stella Blue was constructed with a solid, hand-laid Twaron carbon-aramid reinforced fiberglass hull using alternating FRP laminates, vinylester resin, and isophthalic gelcoat. The hull is uncored, providing a robust monolithic structure engineered for offshore strength, stiffness, and long-term resistance to moisture intrusion.

Below the waterline, the hull was protected with five epoxy barrier coats as part of the original construction specification. The yacht is configured with the desirable shoal-draft keel, providing improved access to shallower cruising grounds while retaining the displacement, stability, and offshore capability associated with the Hylas 56 platform.

The keel is solid lead and secured with substantial stainless-steel keel bolts and transverse backing plates. A partially skegged rudder provides additional structural support and protection, with the bottom of the rudder positioned above the keel plane to reduce the risk of damage in a grounding.

Watertight structural divisions are incorporated at both ends of the yacht. A collision bulkhead is positioned forward of the forward cabin with independent overboard drainage, while watertight sections across the aft lazarettes and stern locker improve protection in the event of hull damage or flooding.

Hull Features

Solid, hand-laid Twaron carbon-aramid fiber reinforced fiberglass hull
Uncored monolithic hull construction
Vinylester resin construction
Isophthalic exterior gelcoat
Five epoxy barrier coats below the waterline
Two coats of Interlux Ultra antifouling bottom paint – Spring 2025
Shoal-draft keel configuration
Solid lead keel
35 mm stainless-steel keel bolts
Transverse-mounted 8 mm keel-bolt backing plates
Partially skegged rudder for added strength and protection
Rudder plane positioned above the keel plane for grounding protection
Watertight collision bulkhead forward of the forward cabin
Independent overboard drainage from the forward collision compartment
Watertight aft sections across the stern locker and port and starboard lazarettes
White hull
Teak rub rail with solid stainless-steel striker plate
Unvarnished teak cap rail
Stainless-steel protective bow and stern plates

DECK

Stella Blue’s deck is constructed with solid fiberglass reinforcement in all high-load and hardware-mounting areas, including cleats, winches, stanchion bases, chainplates, and deck fittings. The deck is finished with molded beige non-skid and incorporates stainless-steel handrails to provide secure movement throughout the yacht.

The deck layout is configured for offshore passagemaking and efficient sail handling. The pushpit extends forward to the midship boarding gates, creating a continuous stainless-steel safety rail along the aft portion of the yacht. High stanchions, double lifelines, multiple jackline padeyes, and dedicated attachment points for the tender further support safe operations underway.

Stowage is a particular strength of the Hylas 56 platform. Stella Blue includes deep port and starboard aft lazarettes, a large stern garage, a substantial step-down sail locker forward, and a divided anchor locker with separate storage for ground tackle, fenders, and dock lines.

Deck Features

Simpson S300 stainless-steel electric davits (300kg capacity)
Solid fiberglass reinforcement in all deck hardware and high-load areas
Molded beige non-skid deck finish
Teak cap rail
Teak rub rail with stainless-steel striker plate
Extended stainless-steel pushpit running forward to the midship boarding gates
32-inch-high stainless-steel stanchions
Double lifelines
Stainless-steel deck handrails
Stainless-steel handrails on the foredeck coachroof and aft coachroof
Stainless-steel companionway handrails
Side boarding ladder with mounting hardware for both port and starboard sides
Low-profile Manship 316 stainless-steel deck hatches
Manship stainless-steel opening ports throughout
Four stainless-steel cowl vents
Forward and aft dorade vent arrangements
Halyard bales integrated with the forward dorade structures
Circular stern seats with teak seating surfaces
Life-raft rack centered on the stern pushpit
Stern pushpit gate with double-wire closure
Freshwater hot-and-cold shower at the stern platform
Folding stainless-steel swim ladder
Stainless-steel protective stern plate
Compressor platform beneath the portside stern steps
220V wiring provision for the compressor platform
Inner forestay chainplate
Stainless-steel stem fitting with split bow roller
Stainless-steel bow striker plates
Two pairs of 12-inch stainless-steel bow cleats
Two pairs of 12-inch stainless-steel midship cleats
One pair of 12-inch stainless-steel stern cleats
Four Wichard cockpit padeyes
Four Wichard jackline padeyes on the main deck
Five Wichard tender-securing padeyes positioned around the foredeck and windlass area
Two blocks mounted outboard on the coachroof abeam of the mast

Topside Storage

Large port and starboard aft lazarettes with dual Bailey latches for a watertight seal
Stern garage with dedicated Rule 2000 GPH automatic bilge pump
Manual stern-garage bilge-pump override located in the cockpit
Large step-down sail locker approximately 5 feet deep and 4 feet long
Divided anchor locker
Dedicated propane locker for two tanks
Separate storage compartment for fenders and dock lines
Dedicated chain storage
Deck lockers designed with drainage and secure offshore latching

Hatches & Portholes

(6) Low profile Manship stainless steel deck hatches with smoked acrylic lenses
(14) Manship stainless steel opening portlights
(2) Manship stainless steel fixed portholes in the main salon. Delivers an incredible amount of natural light and beautiful seascape views from the interior.

Anchoring & Ground Tackle

Ultra UA35-77 stainless steel primary anchor
250’ Primary anchor chain (2021)
Spade X160 77 lb stainless steel secondary anchor
50’ Secondary chain and 300’ rode
Maxwell VWC2500 vertical windlass
Bow controls and cockpit controls for the anchor windlass
Stainless steel fairleads integrated into the toe rail
Assortment of dock lines and fenders
Stainless steel dual bow roller
Stainless steel striker plate on deck and stainless steel stem fitting to protect the bow and hull
(10) 12” Stainless steel deck cleats with backing plates
Two pair at the bow
Two pair midship
One pair aft

COCKPIT

Stella Blue’s deep center cockpit is designed for secure offshore sailing, efficient short-handed sail handling, and comfortable outdoor living. The arrangement provides substantial protection for the helmsman and crew, while keeping the primary steering, engine, bow-thruster, windlass, furling, and electric winch controls within easy reach.

The cockpit is finished with a solid teak sole and teak surfaces beneath the seating cushions. A varnished solid-teak cockpit table incorporates an insulated cooler and teak drink holders, creating a practical dining and entertaining space while also providing a secure central handhold underway.

Electric primary, secondary, and mainsheet winch controls are positioned inside the cockpit immediately forward of the winches, allowing sail trim to be managed from within the protected seating area. Four Wichard padeyes provide dedicated attachment points for safety harnesses, while the extended stainless-steel pushpit and integrated stern seats enhance security and comfort at the aft end of the yacht.

Cockpit Features

Deep, protected center-cockpit configuration
Solid teak cockpit sole
Solid teak surfaces beneath the cockpit cushions
Cockpit cushions
Varnished solid-teak cockpit table
Built-in insulated cooler within the cockpit table
Integrated teak drink holders
Whitlock Royale steering pedestal
Whitlock Mamba direct-drive steering system
Ritchie 5-inch magnetic compass
Morse single-lever throttle and gear control
Yanmar engine control panel with audible and visual alarms
Side-Power SP150TC bow-thruster control at the helm
Remote cockpit control for the Maxwell-Nilsson anchor windlass
Controls for the Selden electric in-mast furling mainsail
Two Antal electric primary winches
Two Antal electric secondary winches
Antal electric mainsheet winch
Electric winch switches positioned inside the cockpit immediately forward of the primary winches
Four Wichard safety-harness padeyes, with two positioned to port and two to starboard
Opening cockpit port above the galley sink
Opening cockpit port above the navigation-station area
Manual override for the primary bilge-pump system
Manual override for the stern-garage bilge pump
Extended stainless-steel pushpit running forward to the midship boarding gates
Circular stern seats with teak seating surfaces
Hot-and-cold freshwater shower at the stern platform

MAST AND RIGGING

Stella Blue is equipped with a Selden anodized-aluminum, triple-spreader mast configured with electric in-mast furling. The rig is designed for short-handed operation, with roller furling systems fitted to both the headsail and staysail and electric winch support available from the protected center cockpit.

The standing rigging utilizes high quality Hasselford wire and Sta-Lok mechanical terminals. Forward and aft lower shrouds are secured to individual chainplates, while the discontinuous rigging arrangement supports efficient load distribution throughout the mast and hull structure.

The rig also includes dedicated primary and secondary halyards for both the mainsail and genoa, along with a spinnaker halyard, tack line, and sheets for downwind sail handling.

Mast and Rigging Features

Selden anodized-aluminum mast
Triple-spreader rig configuration
Electric in-mast furling mainsail system
Selden internal boom-preventer system
Selden Rodkicker boom vang
Furlex 400-series roller-furling headstay
Furlex 400-series roller-furling staysail stay
Hasselford stainless-steel standing rigging
Sta-Lok mechanical standing-rigging terminals
No swaged terminals at deck level
Discontinuous standing-rigging arrangement
Forward and aft lower shrouds
Individual chainplates for lower shrouds
Inner forestay chainplate
Primary and secondary mainsail halyards
Primary and secondary genoa halyards
Spinnaker halyard with swivel block
Dedicated spinnaker tack line
Two spinnaker sheets
Halyard bales incorporated into the forward dorade structures
Two turning blocks mounted outboard on the coachroof abeam of the mast
Electric winch support for primary, secondary, and mainsheet sail-control functions

SAILS AND WINCHES

Stella Blue is equipped with a Doyle sail inventory designed around the yacht’s cutter rig and short-handed offshore sailing configuration. The sail plan includes an electric in-mast furling mainsail, a roller-furling 135% genoa, a roller-furling staysail and APC spinnaker with dousing sleeve.

Sail handling is supported by a comprehensive Antal winch package. Electric primary, secondary, and mainsheet winches allow the principal sail-control functions to be managed from the protected center cockpit, while dedicated halyard and cockpit winches support reefing, furling, and downwind sail handling.

Sail Inventory

Doyle roller-furling mainsail
Doyle 135% roller-furling genoa
Doyle roller-furling staysail
Doyle APC spinnaker with dousing sleeve
Spinnaker halyard with swivel block
Dedicated spinnaker tack line
Two spinnaker sheets

Winches and Sail-Handling Equipment

Winches
Two electric Antal CST W66 primary winches
Two electric Antal CST W52 secondary winches
Electric Antal CST 48 electric mainsheet winch
Antal CST 48 cockpit winch
Two Antal CST 48 halyard winches on the mast
Harken 100 mm stand-up staysail blocks
Furlex 400-series genoa furling system
Furlex 400-series staysail furling system
Selden electric in-mast mainsail furling system
Primary and secondary mainsail halyards
Primary and secondary genoa halyards
Two coachroof turning blocks mounted abeam of the mast

Ship Systems

ENGINE AND MECHANICAL

Stella Blue is powered by a Yanmar 4JH-series 110 HP turbocharged diesel engine coupled to a four-blade Max-Prop. The engine installation incorporates dual alternators, redundant fuel filtration, an auxiliary electric fuel-transfer and polishing pump, and an integrated oil-change system to support dependable offshore operation and simplified maintenance.

The engine is controlled from the cockpit through a Morse single-lever throttle and shift control with a complete engine alarm panel. A Whitlock Mamba direct-drive steering system provides a solid mechanical linkage between the helm and steering quadrant, while the autopilot drive is configured specifically for the Mamba steering arrangement.

Auxiliary power is supplied by a Northern Lights 6kW generator. Two CruiseAir reverse-cycle air-conditioning systems provide heating and cooling throughout the yacht, with independent 16,000 BTU and 12,000 BTU compressor units and digital controls.

Engine and Mechanical Features

Yanmar 4JH-series 110 HP four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine (982 hours)
Four-blade Max-Prop
Morse single-lever throttle and gear control
Cockpit-mounted engine control panel with audible and visual alarms
Yanmar 100-amp engine alternator
Mastervolt 140-amp house-bank alternator
Dual Max-Turbine Racor fuel-filter and water-separation system
Independent filter-selection and bypass capability
Inline auxiliary electric fuel pump
Fuel-transfer, filtration, and polishing capability
Auxiliary pump arrangement designed to eliminate manual engine bleeding following a dry fuel tank
Built-in engine oil-change pump
Fire-retardant engine-room sound insulation
Northern Lights 6kW generator
Generator compartment accessible from the galley passageway
CruiseAir reverse-cycle air conditioning and heat
Separate 16,000 BTU and 12,000 BTU compressor units
Digital air-conditioning controls
Side-Power SP150TC bow thruster
Whitlock Mamba direct-drive steering system
Autopilot drive configured for the Mamba steering system
Isolation transformer
Fireboy fixed fire-suppression system with manual override controls at the helm and cockpit
Pre-plumbed and pre-wired installation provision for a watermaker
Watermaker plumbing manifold connected to each freshwater tank
Dedicated overboard brine-discharge plumbing
DC electrical provision for the watermaker

PLUMBING AND TANKAGE

Stella Blue was designed with substantial stainless-steel fuel and freshwater capacity for extended offshore cruising. The tankage is divided among multiple independent tanks, allowing the crew to manage weight distribution, isolate individual tanks, and retain redundancy in the event of contamination or service requirements.

All fuel and freshwater tanks are constructed of 316 stainless steel and are fitted with threaded inspection ports, dipsticks, and larger access plates for interior inspection and cleaning. Fuel and water levels are monitored through WEMA gauges.

The freshwater system incorporates two independent Shurflo Aqua King pressure pumps, providing redundancy for the domestic water supply. A third manually operated freshwater foot pump is installed at the galley, along with a manual saltwater pump. Hot water is supplied by an Isotherm water heater heated through either the engine coolant circuit or AC electrical power.

Each head is connected to an independent holding tank. The sanitation system incorporates Jabsco electric freshwater-flush toilets, tank monitors, macerator pumps, and Sealand odor-resistant sanitation hose.

Plumbing and Tankage Features

Approximately 414 gallons of total fuel capacity
Six independent 316 stainless-steel fuel tanks
Approximately 141 gallons of total freshwater capacity
Two independent 316 stainless-steel freshwater tanks
Two independent holding tanks, with one dedicated to each head
All fuel and freshwater tanks fitted with threaded inspection ports
Dipsticks provided for manual verification of tank levels
Large inspection plates for interior tank access and cleaning
WEMA fuel and freshwater tank gauges
Fuel and freshwater manifolds
Two independent Shurflo Aqua King 5 GPM self-priming freshwater pressure pumps
Manual freshwater foot pump at the galley
Isotherm 12-gallon water heater
Water heater supplied by AC electrical power or engine coolant
Two Jabsco Deluxe Flush electric freshwater toilets
Dedicated holding-tank monitor for each sanitation system
Electric macerator pumps
Sealand odor-resistant head and holding-tank hoses
Groco bronze through-hull fittings
Bonded seacocks and through-hulls
Freshwater and saltwater washdown system at the bow
Hot-and-cold freshwater shower at the stern platform
Two independent automatic bilge-pump systems
Rule 3700 GPH primary bilge pump
Rule 2000 GPH secondary bilge pump
Cockpit manual override for the primary bilge-pump system
Dedicated Rule 2000 GPH automatic bilge pump in the stern garage
Cockpit manual override for the stern-garage bilge pump
Watermaker installation pre-plumbed and pre-wired
Watermaker manifold routed to each freshwater tank
Dedicated overboard brine-discharge plumbing

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Stella Blue was built with a 12V DC and 120/240V AC electrical system configured for extended cruising, and onboard redundancy. All interior wiring is tinned, and the yacht incorporates an isolation transformer, dedicated starting and auxiliary battery banks, high-capacity charging equipment, and separate alternators for engine and house-bank charging.

The house bank is comprised of four Lifeline AGM 8D batteries providing approximately 1,000 amp-hours of capacity. Separate AGM batteries are dedicated to engine starting and the combined bow-thruster and windlass systems. Battery banks are secured in dedicated boxes and isolated through a reverse-isolation switching arrangement.

AC charging and inverter functions are supported by Mastervolt equipment, while the main engine is fitted with independent engine and house-bank alternators. Electrical distribution and system access are concentrated at the navigation station, with labeled wiring and accessible breaker and instrument panels.

Electrical System Features

12V DC and 120/240V AC electrical systems
Tinned electrical wiring throughout the interior
Four Lifeline AGM 8D house batteries (New Spring 2024)
Approximately 1,000 amp-hours of total house-bank capacity
Dedicated Lifeline AGM battery for the bow thruster and anchor windlass
Dedicated 150-amp Lifeline AGM engine-starting battery
All batteries secured in dedicated battery boxes
Integrated battery-isolation system
Reverse-isolation switching capability
Yanmar 100-amp engine alternator
Mastervolt 140-amp house-bank alternator
Mastervolt 80-amp battery charger
Mastervolt Mass Combi 2000-watt inverter and 100-amp battery charger
Magnum Energy charger/inverter control head and monitoring system
Xantrex battery monitor
Isolation transformer
DEI Marine Max 50-amp galvanic isolator
Marinco 50-amp, 125/250V shore-power connection
220V wiring provision beneath the portside stern steps
Dedicated DC electrical provision for a watermaker
Aqua Signal navigation-lighting system
Masthead anchor light
Tricolor navigation light
Steaming light
Foredeck light
Imtra LED overhead lighting
LED reading lights throughout the accommodation spaces
Imtra dimmers for saloon and stateroom lighting
Six Cantalupi red courtesy footlights
Labeled electrical wiring and system components
Accessible circuit-breaker and instrument panels at the navigation station

AUDIO/VISUAL AND ENTERTAINMENT EQUIPMENT

Samsung TV mounted on the forward bulkhead of the main saloon
Samsung TV mounted in the aft owner’s stateroom
CAT5 cabling routed to the television locations
HDMI cabling routed to the television locations
Dedicated electrical wiring for the television installations
Zoned Fusion stereo speakers

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

Stella Blue incorporates several structural and systems-based safety features intended for offshore passagemaking. These include a watertight collision bulkhead forward, watertight aft compartments, high-capacity bilge pumping systems, a fixed engine-room fire-suppression system, and multiple deck and cockpit attachment points for safety harnesses and jacklines.

The yacht’s extended stern rail, high stanchions, double lifelines, and dedicated life-raft mounting location further support secure movement and emergency preparedness while underway.

Safety Equipment and Systems

Watertight collision bulkhead forward of the forward cabin
Independent overboard drainage from the forward collision compartment
Watertight sections across the aft lazarettes and stern locker
Fireboy fixed engine-room fire-suppression system
Manual fire-system override controls at the helm and cockpit
Cockpit manual override for the stern-garage bilge pump
Four Wichard safety-harness padeyes in the cockpit
Four Wichard jackline attachment points on the main deck
Dedicated life-raft rack centered on the stern pushpit
Winslow 6-man liferaft
Dan Buoy
Lifesling 3 overboard rescue system
U-Shaped throwable device

TENDER

Brig F360S tender (2016)
20 HP Honda 4-stroke outboard with electric start (2016)
Simpson electric davits with underbelly straps for the tender

Disclaimer

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.

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