Introducing the 2001 Hylas 49' Cutter, Stellar Blue, a true benchmark of German Frers' blue-water design, expertly crafted for short-handed couples looking to embark on offshore adventures or self-sufficient cruising in the Pacific Northwest. Building on the legacy of the Sparkman and Stephens-designed Hylas 47 from 1986, Stellar Blue has been meticulously maintained and upgraded by her three owners. The current owners have thoroughly inspected every system with the Port Townsend Shipwrights Co-op, ensuring the boat is in pristine condition and ready for any journey.
**Vessel Highlights:**
- Designed by German Frers
- New Fiberglass Decks featuring DuraCore Foam Core (2024)
- Fully Enclosed Iverson Bimini and Dodger with Side Curtains
- Electric 12V Main Furling System
- 12V Electric Self-Tailing Primary Winches
- Sugar Scoop Transom with Teak Steps, Boarding Ladder, Swim Platform, and Hot/Cold Shower
- Walk-Around Queen Berth in Aft Cabin
- Showers in Fore and Aft Heads
- Well-maintained 75HP Turbo-Charged Yanmar
- New Standing Rigging (2025) from PT Rigging
- Garmin Navigation Suite (2023)
- Rocna MKII 73lb Anchor (2025)
- New Frigoboat Keel-Cooled Refrigeration and Freezer System (2025)
- Hurricane Hydronic Diesel Heating System
- Victron Energy Charging System (2024)
- And much more! (See 'Other Details' for a full equipment and systems list)
**Interior Accommodations:**
- Versatile 3-Cabin Layout: Spaciously designed to comfortably sleep up to nine across the Forward Cabin, Guest Cabin, Aft Cabin, Converted Dinette, and Settee.
- Aft Cabin Suite: The centerpiece of the layout, featuring a centerline queen berth, ample hanging lockers, deep drawer storage, and an en-suite private head with a separate shower stall.
- Main Salon: A bright and airy central salon adorned with blue Ultra-Suede upholstery, enhanced by large overhead windows and custom hull-side ports that illuminate the warm teak interior. It includes a generous U-shaped dinette to port and a cozy settee to starboard, with the Navigation Station conveniently located aft of the Galley.
- Linear Galley: Thoughtfully designed for secure cooking at sea, equipped with extensive refrigerator and freezer space, deep sinks, and Corian countertops that flow seamlessly into the main cabin area. Access to the Aft Cabin is available via the Galley or through the Aft Head.
- Forward Guest Stateroom: Features a plush V-berth with infill, an upholstered dressing settee with storage beneath, a dedicated hanging locker, and custom cabinetry/drawers located aft and to port.
- Crew Cabin: Includes a Pullman’s Berth, overhead hatch and portlights, hanging locker, drawers, and a mirror.
- Ventilation & Lighting: Superior natural airflow through 10 opening ports, 6 opening hatches, and 4 high-capacity Dorade vents, complemented by low-draw, warm-spectrum LED lighting and ample safety handholds throughout.
- Four-Season Hydronic Heat: Outfitted with a commercial-grade Hurricane hydronic heating system, efficiently plumbed to keep the living space warm and dry, with dedicated high-output ducting for a comfortable enclosed upper cockpit during winter cruising.
**Maintenance:** Last haul and bottom paint completed in August 2025 (dove and cleaned regularly with zinc checks/replacement). Last engine service was also in August 2025.
Stellar Blue has been lovingly upgraded and maintained, and the owners are now ready to pass her on to new adventures as they embark on their next chapter. This Hylas 49 is cruise-ready and beautifully presented at the Winslow Wharf Marina on Bainbridge Island, WA. Showings are by appointment only. Thank you!
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