The Selene brand of trawlers are extremely capable and there are now several hundred out cruising. By sales volume, the Selene 48 has been one of their most popular designs. Highlander is hull number 21 in the series. She was ordered to accomplish what is most desirable for a cruising couple; two staterooms, dual side decks, stabilization, and thrusters. Her current owners have enjoyed and cruised the east coast and Southern California for the past 5 years, making improvements and fine tuning to keep her fresh. The owners’ family members have moved East, and they are moving back to land to be closer to them. They have decided to put Highlander on the market and offer this amazing platform to allow someone else to take the helm and go exploring.
ACCOMMODATIONS & LAYOUT:
MAIN SALOON:
It is easy to understand why the Selene 48’s dual side deck design is one of the most popular layouts among owner operators. From the cockpit and entering the main saloon through the Diamond Seaglaze Dutch door, a warm, large, and welcoming space shows off Highlander’s superb craftsmanship. A built-in entertainment center houses a Vizio 24” flat screen TV, which is accompanied by an Alpine entertainment system. Seating accommodations include an L shaped settee to port, and twin chairs to starboard. Hatches in the galley/saloon sole provide quick and easy access to the engine room machinery space below.
GALLEY:
Sharing the same space as the saloon is Highlander’s large galley. A U-shaped counter-top laid with Corian, and premium appliances make for a very convenient meal prep area. Appliances feature a Franke stainless steel sink basin, Force 10 LPG gas three burner stove with oven, Tundra upright DC/AC refrigerator/freezer, GE Spacemaker microwave/convection oven, custom galley bar with glassware storage and a Raritan icemaker in a cabinet located next to the steps to the pilothouse.
PILOTHOUSE:
Leaving the galley, you go forward up four steps to starboard to arrive at the pilothouse. Highlander’s pilothouse was built for the long-distance cruiser who demands both comfort and functionality. Enjoy the panoramic views of your cruising grounds through her large windows. Laid before her operator is an extensive array of easy to reach and adjust navigational equipment and wooden destroyer wheel.
Behind is a large settee with cabinetry as well as a day bunk behind. Lower chart drawers are built into this. A table makes the settee ideal for dining. Port and starboard of the pilot house are Diamond Seaglaze Dutch doors for access to the Portuguese bridge and side decks.
Port Stairway to living quarters:
To port of the galley are four steps leading down to Highlander’s living quarters.
GUEST STATEROOM – Port:
The guest stateroom is to port at the bottom of the staircase with over/under berths and Tempurpedic mattresses. Ocean Frigast reading lights are present for each berth. There is storage under the lower berth. There is a large cedar-lined hanging locker with automatic interior light, and overhead cabinets. There are two opening portlights outboard. The guest stateroom, like the rest of the living spaces, is comfortably air-conditioned. The sole is teak and holly.
GUEST HEAD – Starboard:
Across the passageway from the guest stateroom is the guest head. The shower is a full stand-up model with teak flooring grate. A Tecma freshwater head, Corian counter, and granite sole complete the space.
OWNER STATEROOM :
The owners stateroom is located forward with a large overhead hatch for maximum ventilation with Ocean Air sliding shade and screen. The queen sized bed is fitted with a custom memory foam mattress that is hinged for easy storage access underneath. There are opening portlights to port and starboard with heavy-weather covers that also can be used for privacy. The entire room is lined outboard with beautiful teak paneling. This is a very well-lit area with lots of attractive hidden accent lighting. There are hanging lockers and a teak and holly sole. There is a Samsung flat screen TV mounted on the aft bulkhead.
OWNER HEAD:
The owners head is just aft of the stateroom to starboard. The 6’3” standing headroom shower includes a teak slat seat and teak flooring grate on the drain pan. This is a large head that features a Tecma fresh water toilet, sink and granite counter. There are mirrors, cabinets, a medicine locker and plenty of room for his and hers toiletries.
WORKING AREAS:
ENGINE ROOM:
Entering through the door on the aft bulkhead of the lower level passageway, the engine room is where Highlander’s heart rests, a powerful 267 horsepower John Deere 6068CFM diesel engine. The Northern Lights 12kW generator sits behind the engine and is mounted athwartships. Diesel fuel transfer is handled by an elaborate but user-friendly ESI Total Fuel Management system. The forward outboard alcoves allow access to the Naiad active fin stabilizers. The engine room also includes a Fire Boy fire suppression system and Torrid water heater.
LAZARETTE:
Widely considered the ‘garage’ among fellow cruisers, Highlander’s lazarette is accessed from the cockpit via a large floor hatch with lock. There is room for storing larger items that you do not desire in the living interior spaces of the vessel. There are several through hulls serving various duties – all easy to get to. Lifeline batteries, stern thruster, and built in freezer are all housed here for convenience.
EXTERIOR:
SWIM PLATFORM:
Highlander’s oversized swim platform makes for a convenient and secure location to board via dinghy, or for swimming activities. Stainless steel staples add to the swim platforms security. A folding ladder is mounted underneath the swim platform and is accessible by water.
COCKPIT:
The cockpit is great for fishing during long blue water travels. There is a boarding gate on the transom as well as on both the port and starboard side decks.
SIDE DECKS and PORTUGUESE BRIDGE:
Highlander is a dual side deck model with port and starboard walkways for ease of dockside fender and line handling. Walking from the cockpit forward along either walkway and up a few steps is Highlander’s protected Portuguese bridge. The Portuguese bridge wraps around the pilothouse and provides those aboard a safer way to traverse the external spaces of the yacht. There are also high boarding gates to starboard and port. A hinged door gives access to the ship’s foredeck. Note: There are no cushions on the Portuguese bridge seats above the storage lockers.
FOREDECK:
The Foredeck is entered through a hinged door from the Portuguese bridge. You have shore power connections forward – in addition to aft – and a deck hatch which provides natural airflow into the Owner stateroom. The ground tackle arrangement allows for two anchors and includes an electric horizontal windlass and is backed with a stainless steel Sampson post. At the forward face of the Portuguese bridge is a built-in seating area and storage beneath. There is also storage space just forward within the waist high bulwark.
BOAT DECK:
The boat deck is accessed inside by ascending the port side stairway in the pilothouse. This incredibly large deck is directly over the saloon. There is an Aritex 600 lb. hydraulic crane installed for launching and retrieving the 2005 AB 12DLX powered by a 30 HP Honda outboard. Stainless steel railing outlines the boat deck to help secure crew and guests. This is another popular location for guests to relax and lounge with outdoor furniture.
FLYBRIDGE:
The view from the flybridge is spectacular and a wonderful place to operate the yacht. It also serves as a great place to relax and enjoy your anchorage. The area is protected by a full-width Stamoid bimini top. There are two Pompanette helm chairs forward of a fiberglass table and a built-in bench with storage underneath. There is a storage cabinet to port with a stainless-steel sink and a built-in Magma Avalon barbeque with separate propane supply tank.
OWNER IMPROVEMENTS SINCE PURCHASE:
BROKER COMMENTS:
The Selene 48 is surely a head turner in any marina or anchorage. Her stout design and methodic craftsmanship make for a highly sought after vessel. Highlander offers incredible value in the long-range cruiser market. Her current owners have loved her well and have high hopes of passing her on to deserving owners.
EXCLUSIONS:
Potential purchasers should assume that items on the vessel at the time of viewing, but not specifically listed on this sheet, are not included with the sale of the yacht. These specifications are believed to be true and correct but cannot be guaranteed. Items excluded include, but are not limited to; paintings, books, personal items in lockers and drawers*, Scuba diving gear, fishing rods and reels, SUP and paddle, loose items in lazarette that are not boat specific, tools, decorations in staterooms, bedspreads, comforters, bed pillows, all towels, kitchen supplies (pots, pans, dishes, silverware), antique nautical items and binoculars. *Owner’s personal effects and clothing will be removed prior to closing.
DISCLAIMER:
Specifications and details of this vessel are provided in good faith for informational purposes only. Details regarding the specifications, operating characteristics and condition of the vessel have been obtained from sources believed reliable, but the owner and brokers cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information or the condition of the vessel. Buyer assumes responsibility to verify all speeds, capacities, consumptions and other measurements contained herein and otherwise provided and agrees to instruct his/her agent or surveyor to confirm such details prior to purchase. Vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price and inventory changes and withdrawal from market without notice.
Brokerage: JMYS is a US based (licensed and bonded yacht brokerage in California, Florida and Washington) with an international emphasis specializing in ocean capable trawlers and recreational tugs. Our brokers are experienced boaters, most are trawler owner/operators with thousands of hours and miles at sea. The team at JMYS has extensive trawler and motor yacht product knowledge and our skills are available for coaching after the sale has concluded.
Co-Brokerage: Fellow yacht broker association members: This listing is available for co-brokerage and JMYS is a 50/50 house. Courtesy showings are available by appointment. Florida listings subject to appropriate broker licensing required by law.
This listing specification has been approved by the sellers for accuracy. The photos, images and descriptive content are copyrighted by JMYS and may not be copied or used without specific written permission.
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