Southerly 49
2009 Southerly 49 | Ready to Go Anywhere
Do not call this just a yacht. This is a statement of freedom. The legendary Southerly 49 represents the pinnacle of British design ingenuity, offering a unique and unrivalled capability: true, go-anywhere sailing.
With the push of a button, her patented swing-keel retracts, transforming her from a deep-water performance bluewater cruiser into a shoal-draft explorer. Anchor in secluded coves, navigate inland waterways, and access harbors other 50-foot vessels can only dream of. Then, extend the keel for powerful, confident ocean passagemaking.
This 2009 model is a refined, modern iteration of an iconic design. Built to Lloyds specifications for ultimate strength and safety, she offers luxurious liveaboard comfort without sacrificing serious offshore performance.
Her thoughtful layout includes:
Spacious, full-width aft cabin owner's suite with ensuite head
Second private cabin forward with ensuite access
A bright, sea-kindly saloon perfect for entertaining
A renowned, well-protected center cockpit for secure, dry sailing
A comprehensive inventory for bluewater cruising and comfortable living
This is not a boat for the marina. This is a boat for the adventurous owner who looks at a chart and sees possibilities, not limitations. For the sailor who dreams of the Scottish lochs, the Caribbean cays, the Baltic archipelagos, and the transatlantic crossing--all in the same remarkable vessel.
Your world just expanded. The ultimate shallow-draft explorer awaits.
Seaspray Yacht Sales is a division of Seaspray Marine Services. Qualified Shipwright Services established and operated in Langkawi for 14 years.
Do not call this just a yacht. This is a statement of freedom. The legendary Southerly 49 represents the pinnacle of British design ingenuity, offering a unique and unrivalled capability: true, go-anywhere sailing.
With the push of a button, her patented swing-keel retracts, transforming her from a deep-water performance bluewater cruiser into a shoal-draft explorer. Anchor in secluded coves, navigate inland waterways, and access harbors other 50-foot vessels can only dream of. Then, extend the keel for powerful, confident ocean passagemaking.
This 2009 model is a refined, modern iteration of an iconic design. Built to Lloyds specifications for ultimate strength and safety, she offers luxurious liveaboard comfort without sacrificing serious offshore performance.
Her thoughtful layout includes:
Spacious, full-width aft cabin owner's suite with ensuite head
Second private cabin forward with ensuite access
A bright, sea-kindly saloon perfect for entertaining
A renowned, well-protected center cockpit for secure, dry sailing
A comprehensive inventory for bluewater cruising and comfortable living
This is not a boat for the marina. This is a boat for the adventurous owner who looks at a chart and sees possibilities, not limitations. For the sailor who dreams of the Scottish lochs, the Caribbean cays, the Baltic archipelagos, and the transatlantic crossing--all in the same remarkable vessel.
Your world just expanded. The ultimate shallow-draft explorer awaits.
Seaspray Yacht Sales is a division of Seaspray Marine Services. Qualified Shipwright Services established and operated in Langkawi for 14 years.
Region
Asia
Location
LANGKAWI
Usage
Cruising, Charter, Live Aboard
Launch Year
2009
Hull
Fibreglass/GRP
HIN
GBNYY00364J809
Rego
745024
Designer
Rob Humphreys
Builder
Northshore Yachts Ltd.
Length
49' 0" - 14.94m
Beam
13'9"
Draft
Draft Max: 10' 3'' Draft Min: 2' 10''
Displacement
38801 lbs
Keel / Ballast
11530 lbs - Southerly Variable Draft Swing Keel
Deck Material
Teak decks
Engine Make
Yanmar
Engine
Yanmar 4JH4-TE diesel engine: 75 HP, 4-cylinder diesel engine
Engine fluids and filters were changed in December 2025.
Two diesel tanks
ZF gearbox overhauled (2025)
Spare ZF gearbox (new in 2025)
New damper, shaft seal, stuffing box, clear water pump, and injector tuning (2025)
Maintenance is performed every 250 hours.
80 amp alternator
Engine start battery (2024)
Stainless steel shaft
Bronze three-blade prop
GRP stern tube with water-lubricated stern gland
Number Engines
1
Horsepower
75
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
4450
Thrusters
Lewmar 185TT (serviced, new control box, and gearbox kit 2024), with a control at helm
Fuel
410L
Water
Two non-metallic freshwater tanks (545L)
Accommodation
The interior of the Southerly 49RS is designed for comfortable offshore cruising, combining practicality, elegance, and abundant natural light. It features secure and cozy accommodations, including three private cabins, two heads, a galley, a raised navigation station, and a raised salon. The raised salon offers a unique perspective, enriching the overall living experience. The atmosphere is spacious and airy, thanks to numerous hull windows, deck salon windows, and deck hatches. High-quality joinery and finishes create a warm and inviting ambiance.
Four Climax reverse-cycle air-conditioning units (serviced 2024)
The raised salon is a bright, open space that provides panoramic views through large, fixed windows at the front, on the port and starboard sides, and through the overhead hatches. A comfortable U-shaped settee surrounds a double-leaf folding table, creating a versatile area for dining and relaxation. Four overhead hatches ensure excellent ventilation.
The raised navigation station, positioned to port, offers excellent visibility through the salon windows. It features a dedicated seat, a generously sized navigation desk for charts and instruments, and an electronics pod for easy access to navigation equipment. The electrical panel is conveniently located at the base of the navigation station for access to the yacht's electrical systems.
The forward cabin features a comfortable owner's suite with a centerline double berth. Cabinetry is situated to port and starboard, offering ample storage. A desk and seat are arranged to starboard, creating a dedicated workspace or vanity area. Two overhead opening hatches and four hull windows, fitted with blinds for privacy, allow for natural light and ventilation.
The forward head has a vanity, sink, separate shower stall, and an electric toilet, enhancing comfort and privacy for those in the forward cabin.
The starboard aft cabin provides comfortable accommodations. It features a seat, storage cabinetry, a mirror, and a double berth. It also has a hull-side window and a safety/escape hatch.
The port aft cabin serves effectively as a utility and storage space. It features a seat, a mirror, and multiple cabinetry units. Additionally, it can double as a berth when required.
The aft head is located on the starboard side. It includes a sink, vanity, mirror, manual toilet, and shower head.
Four Climax reverse-cycle air-conditioning units (serviced 2024)
The raised salon is a bright, open space that provides panoramic views through large, fixed windows at the front, on the port and starboard sides, and through the overhead hatches. A comfortable U-shaped settee surrounds a double-leaf folding table, creating a versatile area for dining and relaxation. Four overhead hatches ensure excellent ventilation.
The raised navigation station, positioned to port, offers excellent visibility through the salon windows. It features a dedicated seat, a generously sized navigation desk for charts and instruments, and an electronics pod for easy access to navigation equipment. The electrical panel is conveniently located at the base of the navigation station for access to the yacht's electrical systems.
The forward cabin features a comfortable owner's suite with a centerline double berth. Cabinetry is situated to port and starboard, offering ample storage. A desk and seat are arranged to starboard, creating a dedicated workspace or vanity area. Two overhead opening hatches and four hull windows, fitted with blinds for privacy, allow for natural light and ventilation.
The forward head has a vanity, sink, separate shower stall, and an electric toilet, enhancing comfort and privacy for those in the forward cabin.
The starboard aft cabin provides comfortable accommodations. It features a seat, storage cabinetry, a mirror, and a double berth. It also has a hull-side window and a safety/escape hatch.
The port aft cabin serves effectively as a utility and storage space. It features a seat, a mirror, and multiple cabinetry units. Additionally, it can double as a berth when required.
The aft head is located on the starboard side. It includes a sink, vanity, mirror, manual toilet, and shower head.
Cabins
3
Galley
The large linear galley is set low on the starboard side of the yacht, a design choice that enhances safety and stability for the cook while underway. It offers ample counter space and abundant storage in numerous drawers and cabinets. The galley is well-appointed with:
Frigomatic front-opening refrigerator (compressor replaced in 2023)
A separate top-loading freezer
Microwave
A three-burner Force 10 stove with an oven (2024)
A double stainless-steel sink
A spice rack, dedicated drawers for cutlery and provisions, and well-organized cabinets for cookware and dishes.
Washing Machine - Soba baby nova 1150 rapid (2022)
Frigomatic front-opening refrigerator (compressor replaced in 2023)
A separate top-loading freezer
Microwave
A three-burner Force 10 stove with an oven (2024)
A double stainless-steel sink
A spice rack, dedicated drawers for cutlery and provisions, and well-organized cabinets for cookware and dishes.
Washing Machine - Soba baby nova 1150 rapid (2022)
Water Maker
Watermaker: Shenker Zen 12-volt, 50 L/h (reconditioned in 2025)
Hotwater System
Water Heater
Shower
2 (Shower sump pumps)
Toilet
(2) grey water tank pumps and one spare (2025), Jabsco electric toilet (new pump 2024)
Air Conditioning
Yes
Outboard
Outboard: 8 HP Yamaha Enduro (2023)
Covers
Dodger and Bimini (new clear panels in 2024)
Ground Tackle
Anchor roller with an attachment point for the downwind sail
Anchor Windlass: Lofrans Tigre 12V/1500W with a service kit (2023)
Large foredeck/anchor locker
Anchor:
Anchor Chain: 80M (262 feet) galvanized chain (2023)
Secondary Anchor: Rocna with 49 feet of chain and 196 feet of rode
Stainless steel stern anchor with an electric windlass (sleipner control box replaced in 2024)
Anchor Windlass: Lofrans Tigre 12V/1500W with a service kit (2023)
Large foredeck/anchor locker
Anchor:
Anchor Chain: 80M (262 feet) galvanized chain (2023)
Secondary Anchor: Rocna with 49 feet of chain and 196 feet of rode
Stainless steel stern anchor with an electric windlass (sleipner control box replaced in 2024)
Bilge Pumps
Manual bilge pump Electric bilge pump
Life Raft
Life Raft: Sea Safe 6-person (2022)
Electrics
12-volt DC system
230-volt electric system
Shore power connection
Shore power cord
Isolation Transformer: Mastervolt Mass GI 3.5 (2023)
Wind Generator: SilentWind 400-watt (2022) mounted on the arch
Hydro Generator: watt&sea 300-watt (2022)
(2) 450-watt solar panels mounted on the arch (2023)
(2) 22-watt solar panels mounted on the deck for the engine battery (2023)
Lithium Batteries: (5) 100-watt Victron lithium battery with an additional breaker (2023)
Engine start battery (2024)
(3) Victron charge controllers
Inverter/Charger: Mastervolt Combimaster 12/3000-volt (2023)
Astra is not equipped with a generator; however, it is equipped with all required electrical and plumbing connections. It was previously fitted with a Fischer Panda 5000i.
230-volt electric system
Shore power connection
Shore power cord
Isolation Transformer: Mastervolt Mass GI 3.5 (2023)
Wind Generator: SilentWind 400-watt (2022) mounted on the arch
Hydro Generator: watt&sea 300-watt (2022)
(2) 450-watt solar panels mounted on the arch (2023)
(2) 22-watt solar panels mounted on the deck for the engine battery (2023)
Lithium Batteries: (5) 100-watt Victron lithium battery with an additional breaker (2023)
Engine start battery (2024)
(3) Victron charge controllers
Inverter/Charger: Mastervolt Combimaster 12/3000-volt (2023)
Astra is not equipped with a generator; however, it is equipped with all required electrical and plumbing connections. It was previously fitted with a Fischer Panda 5000i.
Electronics
Raymarine Axiom 7 at the nav station
Raymarine Axiom 9R at the helm (2025)
(10) ST60+ multifuncion displays
Seatalk NMEA2000 backbone
Raymarine Quantum Radar (2020)
Raymarine AutoPilot Acu 400 (2024)
The Lewmark rotary autopilot sprocket drive, autopilot chain, and bar transmission were replaced in 2023.
Starlink high performance (2023)
IridiumGo (2020)
AIS em-trak B924 (2024)
EPIRB Global Fix V4 (2020)
Bow Thruster (Lewmar 185 TT, new control box and new gearbox kit in 2024)
Raymarine Axiom 9R at the helm (2025)
(10) ST60+ multifuncion displays
Seatalk NMEA2000 backbone
Raymarine Quantum Radar (2020)
Raymarine AutoPilot Acu 400 (2024)
The Lewmark rotary autopilot sprocket drive, autopilot chain, and bar transmission were replaced in 2023.
Starlink high performance (2023)
IridiumGo (2020)
AIS em-trak B924 (2024)
EPIRB Global Fix V4 (2020)
Bow Thruster (Lewmar 185 TT, new control box and new gearbox kit in 2024)
Sail Inventory
Mainsail: OneSails Hydranet in-mast furling mainsail (2024)
Genoa: OneSails Hydranet Genoa with a Selden Furlex 304S furler (2024)
Self-tacking Jib: OneSails Hydranet self-tacking jib with a Selden Furlex 204S furler (2024)
Gennaker: North Sails gennaker (2020)
Running rigging (2024)
Split backstay with a hydraulic backstay adjuster
Rope clutches
Whisker pole mounted on the deck.
Genoa: OneSails Hydranet Genoa with a Selden Furlex 304S furler (2024)
Self-tacking Jib: OneSails Hydranet self-tacking jib with a Selden Furlex 204S furler (2024)
Gennaker: North Sails gennaker (2020)
Running rigging (2024)
Split backstay with a hydraulic backstay adjuster
Rope clutches
Whisker pole mounted on the deck.
Mast / Rigging
New mast, new rigging, and new sails (2024)
Selden mast with in-mast furling (2024)
Fractional rig with double swept-back spreaders
Kicker (2024)
Chain Plate Upgrades (2024): Molonlichic deck reinforcing patches (1 square meter on each side + new teak deck) and reinforced stainless chain plates.
Dyform compacted wire standing rigging (2024)
Selden mast with in-mast furling (2024)
Fractional rig with double swept-back spreaders
Kicker (2024)
Chain Plate Upgrades (2024): Molonlichic deck reinforcing patches (1 square meter on each side + new teak deck) and reinforced stainless chain plates.
Dyform compacted wire standing rigging (2024)
Deck Gear
The coach roof windows are properly sealed and water-tight.
Ten opening deck hatches, including four upgraded Goiot deck hatches
Teak decks
Seven deck hatches, including four Goiot deck hatches
Reflective glass coach roof windows
Eight hull windows
Lifelines with port and starboard boarding gates
Integral handrails on either side of the coachroof
Transom garage with a fold-down platform, ladder, and swim ladder.
Ten opening deck hatches, including four upgraded Goiot deck hatches
Teak decks
Seven deck hatches, including four Goiot deck hatches
Reflective glass coach roof windows
Eight hull windows
Lifelines with port and starboard boarding gates
Integral handrails on either side of the coachroof
Transom garage with a fold-down platform, ladder, and swim ladder.
Remarks
The Southerly 49 boasts a robust variable draft swing keel system, a hallmark of Southerly Yachts, designed to offer a unique blend of exceptional sailing performance and the freedom to explore shallow waters.
The primary purpose of the variable draft swing keel is to allow the Southerly 49 to alter its draft significantly. At the touch of a button, the keel can be lowered for deep draft performance (10' 3") or raised (2' 10") for navigating shallow areas inaccessible to most yachts of this size. This dual capability dramatically expands the cruising potential of the Southerly 49.
The swing keel is a substantial, cast-iron hydrofoil, carefully shaped to provide excellent lift and minimize drag when lowered. It pivots on a robust stainless steel pin located at its leading edge.
The swing keel retracts into a reinforced recess or trunk built into the hull. This trunk is an integral part of the hull structure, ensuring both strength and watertight integrity, regardless of whether the keel is up or down.
A significant portion of the ballast (11,530 lbs) is incorporated into a fixed iron casting that forms a grounding plate at the bottom of the hull.
The keel is raised and lowered using a hydraulic ram powered by an electric pump. This system offers smooth and controlled movement of the heavy keel. There is a manual pump for redundancy, should it be needed.
The grounding plate, swing keel, pulleys, keel pennant, and keel pump were serviced in 2023.
Notes and Safety Equipment
2025 upgrades:
New SilentWind 400 pro
New transom door hydraulic unit
New freezer unit
Antifouling, Anodes, air con, engine serviced
Bottom Paint (December 2025)
Grounding plate, swing keel, pulleys, pennant, and hydraulic keel pump overhauled (2023)
Yamaha Enduro
Life Raft: Sea Safe 6-person (2022)
Outboard: 8 HP Yamaha Enduro (2023)
The primary purpose of the variable draft swing keel is to allow the Southerly 49 to alter its draft significantly. At the touch of a button, the keel can be lowered for deep draft performance (10' 3") or raised (2' 10") for navigating shallow areas inaccessible to most yachts of this size. This dual capability dramatically expands the cruising potential of the Southerly 49.
The swing keel is a substantial, cast-iron hydrofoil, carefully shaped to provide excellent lift and minimize drag when lowered. It pivots on a robust stainless steel pin located at its leading edge.
The swing keel retracts into a reinforced recess or trunk built into the hull. This trunk is an integral part of the hull structure, ensuring both strength and watertight integrity, regardless of whether the keel is up or down.
A significant portion of the ballast (11,530 lbs) is incorporated into a fixed iron casting that forms a grounding plate at the bottom of the hull.
The keel is raised and lowered using a hydraulic ram powered by an electric pump. This system offers smooth and controlled movement of the heavy keel. There is a manual pump for redundancy, should it be needed.
The grounding plate, swing keel, pulleys, keel pennant, and keel pump were serviced in 2023.
Notes and Safety Equipment
2025 upgrades:
New SilentWind 400 pro
New transom door hydraulic unit
New freezer unit
Antifouling, Anodes, air con, engine serviced
Bottom Paint (December 2025)
Grounding plate, swing keel, pulleys, pennant, and hydraulic keel pump overhauled (2023)
Yamaha Enduro
Life Raft: Sea Safe 6-person (2022)
Outboard: 8 HP Yamaha Enduro (2023)
ABOUT THE SELLER
Seaspray Yacht Sales Langkawi
Rebak Island Hardstand
Rebak Island Marina & Resort
LANGKAWI 07000 Malaysia
LANGKAWI 07000 Malaysia
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