DUFOUR GRAND LARGE 485 'ARKA'  HIGHLIGHTS: Excellent presentation with extensive upgrades 2017 – 2022 Numerous improvements from the original design to further enhance performance and comfort as a Bluewater cruising yacht.  One previous owner, never chartered, low engine hours.  3 cabin version, with 3 heads and 4 showers (1 external). Elegant L-shaped Galley .  Over-equipped for blue water cruising. Powerful Volvo D-2 / 75 engine with sail drive, regularly serviced. Excellent sail wardrobe just recently upgraded and in good condition. ONESAILS main sail 56 sqm (2022), Furling Genoa Elvstrom 2010, ONESAILS 2022 roll-up staysail (on dynema), ONESAILS furling genoa 2022 roll-up, CODE 0 blue on blender (reinforced with green leech 2012/17, Spinnaker blue 150 sqm.(repaired with two 100 cm bands, White Gennaker 160 sqm. Haase (ONE SAILS) 2016. WATWERMAKER / DESSALATOR 60 ltr/hr with new membranes (2022) 30Kg Lewmar Anchor and 27 kg Delta wing Anchor and 70 meters 12mm solid zinc Chain. Generator MASTERVOLT WHISPER 3,5- 3000tr/mn MASTERVOLT MASS COMBI 230V. - Charger/Inverter 12/3000-150 SOLAR: 2x300KW/h panels (2018) BOW THRUSTER: Brand new MAX-POWER with battery 1x 120 AH (June2022) New GEL BATTERIES 4x100 AH (June 2022) Engine AGM Battery 100 AH (June 2022) New RAYMARINE electronics (2018) with ST600 / AUTOPILOT TCL TV 43inch (2013) Bimini top and table cover Ready to sail away, with recent haul out & new international antifouling (June 2022). Full survey by independent internationally accredited surveyor July 2022.  Available turnkey and with everything on board to sail anywhere now including all household items, a well-stocked workshop and spare parts.  ---------------- A serious cruising yacht set up for comfortable and safe solo or shorthanded sailing. Dufour Yachts are high quality Yachts built in France. With respect to each market, each design is more specifically constructed around its usage. The Performance is a more light weight yacht built for regatta . ARKA was launched in June 2009 at La Rochelle. Her first owner participated in regattas for 3 years then had her delivered to the Caribbean, where he upgraded the boat to be better suited to cruising /live aboard, with the addition of solar panels, davits, etc. Once in Martinique and due to health problems the previous owner used ARKA lightely with accurate and careful maintenance of all parts until 2017. ARKA was never chartered, and her current owners, who discovered her after extensive research and purchased her in April 2017, include a professional offshore skipper and expert logistician / navigator, an Italian Navy Admiral and antother very experienced sailor who had also sailed most of her life. The 3 friends took over to continue the world sailing they had initiated in Italy with a Hallberg Rassy 42.  In preparation for the journey, they customised and renewed many fittings to enhance the original Grand Large design, aiming at improving independence at sea with, for example, additonal large solar panels of 300 Amp/hr each and new batteries, watermaker,  The 485 Grand Large Series has reinforced structural beams, deck coaming, improved hull rigidity and a 1,60 m keel perfect for exploring shallow lagoons. With her retractable bowsprit with furling code 0, cutter rig with removable furling jib to further support the mast, beautifully cut sails and a beautifully balanced hull, she also cuts an impressive, elegant but powerful figure on a regatta track. Combining the best, a discerning offshore sailor could possibly look for, this Dufour 485 Grand Large provides luxury, safety and comfort, combined with outstanding performance.  There is a great deal of stowage space available. This Dufour 485 is the 3 cabin owners version, with 3 bathrooms. With a sail area of 120 m2 upwind and 225 m2 downwind, this boat can reach a cruising speed of 10 knots while providing the utmost comfort and secure feeling.  For more information, or to organise an inspection (or video inspection) please contact our friendly team at Nautilus Yacht Management. We would be delighted to assist you in every way and to help you make your cruising dream come true. Our agency specialises in cruising yachts and is very involved with the cruising community. We can answer all your questions regarding offshore purchase, import, registration, etc. and help you at every stage of this exciting journey!