CITATION 34 AVOCET - REDUCED PRICE!
For Sale with DBY Boat Sales | Motivated Seller
The Citation 34 is a centre-cockpit cruising yacht designed by John Biddlecome as a wholesome liveaboard yacht, easily handled by one person while offering generous accommodation for family cruising, with a private aft cabin and separate forward cabin.
AVOCET presents a great opportunity to secure a proven 34-foot cruising yacht at a realistic price point. Offering spacious accommodation, a practical layout and safe, predictable handling, she is an appealing option for buyers seeking a capable cruising yacht with the flexibility to personalise and improve over time.
The interior is light and inviting, with a generous main saloon offering an impressive 6ft 5in headroom. The well-appointed galley provides ample cupboard storage, while the U-shaped dinette comfortably seats six and converts to a double berth when required. With private cabins, good headroom and a dedicated navigation station, AVOCET is well suited to extended cruising or comfortable weekends aboard.
On deck, the generous cockpit and straightforward sail handling make her manageable for single-handed or short-handed sailing, while her practical design and established cruising pedigree make her an attractive choice for those looking to enter the cruising market.
Key Features:
Spacious interior with multiple berths
Private aft cabin and separate forward cabin
Generous 6ft 5in saloon headroom
U-shaped dinette seating six, converting to a double berth
Well-equipped galley with ample storage
Dedicated navigation station
Autopilot
Straightforward systems and practical maintenance
Easy-to-manage rig and dependable sailing performance
Ideal first cruising yacht or budget-conscious family cruiser
With her price reduced and a motivated seller, AVOCET represents an excellent opportunity to get afloat in a capable cruising yacht without stretching the budget.
Antifoul: February 2026
SPECIFICATIONS:
Designer : John Biddlecombe
Builder : Citation Yachts
Hull Type : Monohull
Length (feet) : 33.8 feet
Length (m) : 10.2 m
Length Waterline (m) : 8.4 m
Beam/Width (feet) : 10.2 feet
Beam/Width (m) : 3.1 m
Draft (m) : 1.25 m
Draft (feet) : 4.2 feet
Keel/Ballast : Ballast: 2.5 tonnes
Number of Helms : 1
Displacement : 6.2
Colour : White
Engine Notes : 20hp Yanmar diesel engine.
Stroke : 3
Engine Hours : Unknown
Horse Power (hp) : 20
Engine Room : Under cockpit
Number of Batteries : 4
Fuel Type : Diesel
Number of Fuel Tanks : 1 stainless steel
Fuel Tank Capacity (L) : 50
Steering System : Wheel
Accommodation Notes : Full headroom is all the way from the forepeak to the aft cabin (except for the stoopway between the cabins).
Number of Berths : 6
Number of Showers : 1
Shower Type : Battery charge pump
Number of Toilets : 1
Toilet Type : Hand pump
Holding Tank (L) : Yes
Stove : Metho stove + outside BBQ
Refrigeration : Yes
Number of Sinks : 1
Anchor / Winch : Comes with 2 extra anchors and 25m of extra chain.
Bilge Pump : 2
Deck Gear : Spinnaker Pole. Boat Hook x 2
Mast/Rigging : Age of Rigging: 2013 (Receipt available)
Sail Inventory : 5 sails: 1 x cruising spinnaker 2 x headsails 1 x mainsail 1 x storm jib
Dinghy : 8ft Zodiac
Covers : Cockpit cover
Watermaker / De-Sal : No
GPS : Yes
Has Navigation Lights : Yes
Radio : VHF/HF
Number of Life Jackets : 2 new lifejackets
Fish Finder: Fish finder/depth sounder (no plotter)
Vessel Name : AVOCET
Location
Newport, Sydney NSW
Usage
Family, Leisure, Cruising
Designer
John Biddlecombe
Keel / Ballast
Ballast: 2.5 tonnes
Engine
Engine Notes : 20hp Yanmar diesel engine.
Stroke : 3
Engine Hours : Unknown
Horse Power (hp) : 20
Engine Room : Under cockpit
Number of Batteries : 4
Fuel Type : Diesel
Number of Fuel Tanks : 1 stainless steel
Fuel Tank Capacity (L) : 50
Steering System : Wheel
Drive Type
Inboard Shaft Drive
Accommodation
Accommodation Notes : Full headroom is all the way from the forepeak to the aft cabin (except for the stoopway between the cabins).
Number of Berths : 6
Holding Tank (L) : Yes
Galley
Stove : Metho stove + outside BBQ
Refrigeration : Yes
Number of Sinks : 1
Shower
Number of Showers : 1 Shower Type : Battery charge pump
Toilet
Number of Toilets : 1 Toilet Type : Hand pump
Safety Gear
GPS : Yes
Has Navigation Lights : Yes
Radio : VHF/HF
Number of Life Jackets : 2 new lifejackets
Sail Inventory
Sail Inventory : 5 sails: 1 x cruising spinnaker 2 x headsails 1 x mainsail 1 x storm jib
Mast / Rigging
Mast/Rigging : Age of Rigging: 2013 (Receipt available)
Deck Gear
Spinnaker Pole. Boat Hook x 2
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