2009 Hylas 46 "Avventura"
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Summary
AVVENTURAis a serious cruising yacht in the truest sense of the term. She is aGerman Frers designed Hylas 46, built to take a couple comfortably and confidently offshore, while remaining manageable for owner operators who want simplicity, reliability, and secure deck ergonomics. Hercenter cockpitandraised deck saloondeliver the two things long range owners value most: asafe working cockpit in real weather, and abright elevated living spacewith excellent visibility and airflow when you are anchored out for weeks at a time.
TheHylas 46earned her reputation by getting the fundamentals right. The hull form is fast enough to cover miles efficiently, but more importantly it issteady and predictable at sea. The deck layout is practical and secure, withwide side decks,thoughtful handholds, and a cockpit designed to work underway.Systems access is exceptionally goodfor a yacht in this class, including companionway ladder and panel access that provides direct reach to key service points, along withrobust, service friendly filtration. This is the kind of boat that is meant to bemaintained properly and cruised, not tolerated between marina weekends.
AVVENTURA’s story is equally compelling.Originally launched asEXUBERANCE, she began life under a first owner who used the yacht infreshwaterand primarily forday sailing and entertaining. The second owner took ownership in2020. The current seller isAVVENTURA’s third owner, having purchased her in2022, and has continued the same standard of care withseasonal winter use in Southwest Florida and The Bahamas.
Professional oversight has been a constant.AVVENTURA has been maintained byHinckley Yacht Services, visited monthly byyacht managementto turn and run equipment and ensure systems remain in top working order, and keptfully detailed and regularly waxed. She also benefits from routinemonthly diver cleanings.
WhereAVVENTURA stands apartis that the heavy lift projects and meaningful modernization have already been done.Standing rigging was replaced in 2024.In 2023 she received aMack Sails high clew Yankeeand a matchingremovable Mack Sails staysail. AtHinckley Yacht Services, AVVENTURA received anew Victron MultiPlus inverter/charger, newLifeline and Northstar AGM batteries, adripless shaft seal, aVetus 24V bow thruster with joystick helm control, and adrive shaft line cutter.Engine and generator servicewas completed inNovember 2025.Air conditioningwas serviced in2026and anew dodgerwas installed in2026. AddKato davits with tender and outboard, aForespar aluminum carbon fiber whisker pole, anall purpose cruising spinnaker, and refreshed interior and cockpit soft goods, and you have aHylas 46 positioned to cruise now, not after the next yard period.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Shoal draft keelfor Bahamas and thin water cruising
- Raised deck saloonfor exceptional light, ventilation, and visibility
- German Frers designwith Hylas offshore cruising pedigree
- Center cockpit layoutwith secure deck movement and a practical working cockpit
- Bow thrusterfor confident close quarters handling
- Three owner yacht:first owner freshwater use; second owner from 2020; current third owner purchased 2022
- Seasonal winter cruisingSouthwest Florida and The Bahamas
- Professionally maintainedbyHinckley Yacht Services
- Monthly yacht management visitsto run equipment and maintain peak operating readiness
- Fully detailed and regularly waxed
- Monthly diver cleanings
AVVENTURA is a high confidence Hylas 46 offering:the sought aftershoal draft raised saloon configuration, a gentle early history, professional care with consistent systems exercise, and substantial upgrades that materially improve reliability, comfort, and cruising readiness. She is ready forSouthwest Florida and The Bahamastoday and is equally appropriate as a foundation for longer range plans.
Atlantic Yacht & Ship, Inc. is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by David Walters Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vesselIf you are looking at yachts for sale, thinking about selling your yacht or need service for your yacht, it is always wise to have an experienced broker from Atlantic Yacht and Ship to represent your interests.
AVVENTURA features the classic and most sought after Hylas 46 arrangement: two cabins and two heads, laid out for comfortable long term cruising with guests.
Aft Master Stateroom
The master cabin aft is a true owner’s suite with a centerline berth, excellent storage in teak cabinetry, and a private ensuite head. The head includes an enclosed shower and also serves as a secondary passageway aft, a thoughtful cruising detail that improves privacy and day to day livability.
Main Saloon
The raised deck saloon creates a bright open living space with excellent sightlines and a cheerful atmosphere. Fit and finish are classic Hylas, including bamboo with teak cabin sole, Whalestone head vanities, and Corian galley countertops. The saloon table drops down to create an additional sleeping berth and includes a sleeping cushion and leaf insert. Two folding ottomans stools provide flexible seating.
Forward Guest Cabin
Forward, the guest stateroom includes a large pullman double berth with plentiful storage. The forward head with shower provides guest privacy and keeps the main saloon uncluttered.
Interior Updates
- Saloon upholstery replaced
- Recent cockpit cushions
- Bamboo with teak cabin sole
- Whalestone head vanities
- Corian galley countertops
- Flatscreen smart TV
The linear galley to starboard is both functional and secure, and it also serves as the passageway between the aft stateroom and the main saloon, a layout proven for offshore use.
- Force 10 three burner stove and oven with broiler
- GE microwave
- Frigoboat refrigerator and freezer with Smart Speed Controls
- Double stainless steel sinks
AVVENTURA was built at the Queen Long facility in Taiwan and reflects the Hylas reputation for robust offshore construction. The Hylas 46 deck and cockpit arrangement emphasizes safe movement, secure footing, and practical cruising ergonomics.
- Extra wide decks carried aft of the center cockpit
- Stepped transom with teak for safe access to the water and tender
- Teak rub rail with stainless striker plate
- Perforated aluminum toe rail
- Polished stainless hatch and window frames
AVVENTURA is configured for short handed cruising with sail handling equipment that reduces workload and supports safe reefing and sail changes.
- Standing rigging replaced 2024
- Selden in-mast electric furling mainsail system with compression vang
- Mainsail by North Sails, new 2017
- High clew yankee by Mack Sails, new 2023
- Removable staysail by Mack Sails, new 2023
- All purpose cruising spinnaker
- Forespar aluminum carbon fiber whisker pole, new 2025
- Antal electric primary winches, 2; Antal manual secondary winches, 6
- Removable tang mounted running backstays
Engine and Generator
- Yanmar 4JH4-TE 75 HP diesel, 1,223 hours; serviced November 2025
- Fisher Panda 8 kW generator, 350 hours; serviced November 2025
- Dripless shaft seal replaced 2023
- Yanmar engine panel replaced 2026
- 24V Vetus bow thruster, added 2023
Fuel Filtration and Management
- Racor primary dual fuel filters with vacuum gauge on engine plus Yanmar secondary fuel filter
- Racor primary fuel filter on generator plus Fischer Panda secondary fuel filter
- Electric fuel transfer and polishing pump
Bilge and Safety Systems
- Whale Gusher manual bilge pump
- Two electric bilge pumps in sump
- One electric bilge pump in aft lazarette
- High water alarm in bilge and aft lazarette
Tankage and Monitoring
- Three fuel tanks: 39 gallons, 50 gallons, 50 gallons
- Two freshwater tanks: 30 gallons and 134 gallons
- Two holding tanks with Tankwatch4 monitors
- Note: additional 39 gallons of fuel capacity versus standard 100 gallon total configuration on many Hylas 46 examples
- CruisAir reverse cycle air conditioning and heat (two units)
- Air conditioning serviced 2026
- Victron MultiPlus Compact 12V 2000VA 80A inverter charger added 2023
- Batteries replaced 2023 (Lifeline AGM & Northstar AGM)
- Backup Mastervolt ChargeMaster 12/50-3 battery charger
- Mastervolt 130A house alternator with Mastervolt Alpha Pro regulator
- Mastervolt battery charger for generator
- 125A alternator for engine start battery
- New dodger 2026
- Canvas storage covers for deck equipment, hatches, and saloon portlights
- Varnished teak grab rails and cockpit table
- Maxwell 2200 windlass with capstan, new motor 2026
- Double bow anchor rollers
- Delta anchor & rode (rigged)
- Secondary anchor and rode (stored)
- Anchor buoy
- ACR GlobalFix Pro 406 MHz EPIRB
- Liferaft in canister in stern rail cradle, expired October 2025
- Kato davits
- Whaly 270 tender with outboard
- Outboard motor crane
- Teak and stainless steel side boarding ladder
- Fender boards
- Raymarine Axiom 9 Pro chartplotter at helm
- Raymarine Quantum radar
- Raymarine i60 Wind instrument
- Raymarine ST60 Speed & Depth instruments
- Raymarine autopilot with Raymarine SmartPilot handheld remote
- Icom M506 VHF with CommandMic
- AIS transceiver
- Sirius satellite weather receiver
- Starlink Gen3
- Digital TV antenna
- JVC touchscreen stereo
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Specifications
- Name Avventura
- Year 2009
- Manufacture Hylas
- Model 46
- Price $ 490,000
- Location Fort Myers, Florida
- LOA 46'
- Beam 13' 9"
- Draft 5' 5"
- Engines 1 x Yanmar 4JH4-TE 75.00 HP
- Speed --
- Category Center Cockpit
