Introducing Blue Cloud Lady, an extensively upgraded 2003 Bavaria 49 featuring a sought-after three-cabin owner layout, now available for sale at Ocean World Marina in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. Designed by the renowned Slovenian studio J&J Design, the Bavaria 49 was built with serious cruising in mind, offering robust construction, ample living space, and user-friendly systems that make sailing, maintenance, and ownership a breeze. Over a thousand of these yachts have been crafted, establishing the model as one of the most popular cruising sailboats of its time, cherished by both private owners and charter guests alike.
Currently registered with the US Coast Guard and docked at Ocean World Marina, this vessel offers three private double cabins, three heads, and a separate shower room below deck — ideal for family cruising, hosting guests, or extended liveaboard adventures. With Froli under-mattress systems to keep berths dry in tropical climates and air conditioning for added comfort at the dock or at anchor, every convenience is considered. The saloon is spacious and inviting, featuring a cozy settee, a stylish dining table, sideboard storage, and a well-equipped chart table perfect for navigation.
The galley is designed for practical use whether at sea or at rest, boasting gimballed cooking, generous storage, and upgraded refrigeration. As envisioned by Bavaria and J&J, the 49 excels in usable volume, offering a feeling of spaciousness that accommodates long stays and passages comfortably. Blue Cloud Lady’s recent upgrades elevate her beyond standard offerings.
On deck, thoughtful engineering highlights the features that made this model a bestseller. Twin leather-covered wheels allow for easy handling, with lines led aft to the cockpit, teak finishes on the cockpit seats and sole, a self-draining anchor locker equipped with an electric windlass, and a bathing platform with a boarding ladder, ensuring straightforward operation under both sail and power. The fractional sloop rig is set up for manageable sail handling, complete with a roller-furling mainsail, jib, and staysail, complemented by autopilot, bow thruster, and wind vane for confident short-handed sailing. Solar panels and Starlink satellite internet enhance her independence for Caribbean cruising and modern connectivity.
Key dimensions (Bavaria Yachtbau / J&J Design):
- Overall Length: ~50.5 ft (15.40 m)
- Hull Length: ~49.1 ft (14.95 m)
- Waterline Length: ~43.0 ft (13.10 m)
- Beam: ~14.6 ft (4.46 m)
- Draft: ~5 ft 9 in
- Displacement: ~24,250 lb (11,000 kg)
- Ballast: ~8,600 lb (3,900 kg) cast-iron keel
- Mast Height: ~64–66 ft (~20 m)
- Factory Sail Areas: Furling Mainsail ~498 ft² (46.3 m²), Battened Main ~573 ft² (53.2 m²), Genoa ~755 ft² (70.1 m²)
- Fuel Capacity: ~55 US gal (210 L); Fresh Water Capacity: ~121 US gal (460 L)
Powered by a diesel inboard engine (Volvo Penta 100 hp), this vessel was originally equipped with a Volvo Penta TMD 22 engine of approximately 78 hp with dual-circuit cooling.
Recent notable upgrades include:
- 2022: New transmission; Rainman watermaker with separate generator; new refrigeration for top-loading fridge and freezer; new domestic floor freezer/refrigerator; Starlink installation; Takacat dinghy.
- 2023: Replaced lifelines; new kitchen countertops; new deck cushions.
- 2026: New battery bank; new Raymarine display; bottom painted.
Additional equipment includes autopilot, roller-furling main, jib, and staysail, bow thruster, wind vane, and solar panels — designed for short-handed Caribbean cruising rather than marina-only use.
Currently on the hard at Ocean World Marina, Blue Cloud Lady is a proven J&J/Bavaria 49 — timeless in design, spacious with three cabins, and thoughtfully updated for modern Caribbean adventures. She awaits her next owner from a prime location in the Dominican Republic, equipped for journeys beyond just weekend getaways.
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