Ocean Alexander 44 Ocean High spec off-grid liveaboard

A rare opportunity to secure a heavily upgraded, classic Ocean Alexander 44, comfortably berthed in Hobart. Famed for their exceptional offshore sea-keeping abilities, rich timber craftsmanship, and intelligent layouts, these classic designed cruisers are highly sought after. This particular vessel has undergone extensive modernization, making it an incredible turnkey coastal explorer or a premium, self-sufficient waterfront liveaboard.
The major pain points common to vessels of this vintage have been completely resolved with extensive structural, electrical, and mechanical renovations.

KEY MECHANICAL, MANEUVERING AND LONG-RANGE SPECS
Engines: Twin Volvo TMD40C marine diesel engines. Highly reliable and economic cruising. Recently serviced including injector overhaul, ensuring clean running and optimal performance.
Steering System: Complete piece of mind at sea with both steering pumps and actuators fully overhauled in 2023.
Hull and Plumbing Safety: All below-water thru-hull skin fittings and valves were completely replaced with premium, non-corrosive Tru Design composite fittings in 2023, eliminating electrolysis and corrosion concerns permanently.
Engine Monitoring: Fitted with an Actisense EMU-1 NMEA 2000 Engine Monitoring Unit, digitising your engine data for modern display.
Thrusters: Equipped with Vetus Bow and Stern thrusters, making close-quarters docking and tight marina maneuvering completely stress-free.
Tankage (Long-Range Capacity): Massive capacities perfect for extended remote cruising. Equipped with 6 x 300L alloy fuel tanks (1,800L total) and 2 x 500L stainless steel water tanks (1,000L total).

PREMIUM OFF-GRID POWER SYSTEM
The traditional generator has been completely removed and replaced with a cutting-edge, silent, and highly efficient power grid. This includes a large 800 AH Victron Lithium house battery bank, a 3000W Victron inverter/charger, and 630W of solar panels. Run your appliances seamlessly without the noise, fumes, or maintenance of a diesel generator.

PREMIUM NAVIGATION, ENTERTAINMENT AND ELECTRONICS SUITE
Chartplotter: Raymarine 12" Axiom Plotter
Autopilot: Raymarine Autopilot system
Radar: Raymarine Quantum Radar (included, currently not fitted)
AIS: Raymarine AIS 700 (Transceiver)
Transducer: P79 in-hull transducer
Engine Room Camera: Raymarine CAM220 CCTV day/night camera mounted in the engine room, feeding video directly to the helm plotters for real-time engine monitoring while underway.
VHF Radio: Ray50 VHF radio
Audio/Entertainment: Fusion Apollo RA770 touchscreen LCD entertainment head unit with brand-new speakers fitted throughout for premium sound quality across the vessel.
Vessel Security: Trek Transponder SM100HD boat alarm system for remote monitoring and peace of mind.

MAJOR RENOVATIONS, CLIMATE AND DOMESTIC UPGRADES
Heating System: Equipped with a brand-new, top-tier Wallas Spartan 4.5kW marine-specific diesel heater system fitted in 2024. Delivers exceptional, efficient, and dry ducted warmth throughout the cabin, perfect for Tasmanian winters.
Structural Deck Restoration: All original teak decks have been completely removed. The subdecks were professionally refibre-glassed and painted, delivering a beautiful, clean finish while permanently eliminating the risk of teak-related leaks.
Modernised Windows and Woodwork: All cabin windows have been completely replaced and modernised. During this process, the common vintage issue of water-damaged internal woodwork at the sliding window locations was fully rectified. The old veneer panelling was stripped back, repaired, and refinished in a premium 2-pack polyurethane paint. This structural fix has beautifully modernised and lightened up the entire saloon interior while retaining the classic warmth of the remaining timber joinery.
Galley modernised to make full use of the silent off-grid lithium power setup. Features an efficient portable 2-plate induction cooktop and a Kitchen Couture air fryer & microwave, cutting out the need for high-maintenance LPG gas systems.
Refrigeration: Evacool Platinum DC175 12V upright fridge/freezer (135L fridge / 40L freezer) in the galley, plus an additional heavy-duty Engel 80L fridge/freezer situated on the flybridge for convenient entertaining.
Hot Water: Isotemp 40L Electric/Engine heat-exchanger hot water system.
Anchoring: Maxwell HRC10 horizontal windlass for effortless anchoring.
Heads/Plumbing: Designed for long-range independence with a Jabsco Deluxe Flush electric toilet in the forward head and a Nature's Head composting toilet in the master head setup.

LAYOUT AND ACCOMMODATIONS
Master Aft Cabin: A luxurious, highly private master retreat featuring a walk-around island queen berth, a separate renovated shower stall, a separate toilet area with a Nature's Head composting toilet and dedicated sink, and loads of storage areas throughout.
Guest Accommodation: Forward guest V-berth features an adjacent second day-head/shower.
Saloon and Galley: Exceptionally bright, airy main saloon with beautiful contemporary updates, flooded with natural light from the updated windows.
TENDER AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Tender Package: 3-metre Sea-Al aluminium tinnie equipped with a stable Kapten collar, powered by a reliable 6hp 4-stroke Mercury outboard engine.
Liferaft: Premium Viking Ocean 4-person liferaft included.
Last slipped, anti-fouled, and inspected in November 2025.
This vessel is exceptionally well-sorted, turn-key, and uniquely equipped for silent, self-sufficient cruising in Tasmanian waters and beyond. Inspections are welcomed by appointment for genuine buyers. Assistance with facilitating local pre-purchase marine surveys at nearby slipways can easily be arranged.
For more details or to arrange a private walkthrough, please contact the owner directly via the platform messaging system.