1998 Hylas 49

MARA presents the warm, traditional character that has long made Hylas yachts so appealing to serious cruisers. The interior is finished in rich teak joinery with louvered locker doors, solid teak trim, and a teak-and-holly sole, creating an atmosphere that is both elegant and durable. Natural light and airflow are excellent throughout, with multiple opening ports and overhead hatches helping the yacht feel bright and well ventilated below decks.Descending the companionway, the main saloon opens with a U-shaped dinette to port and a straight settee to starboard. The navigation station is immediately to port at the base of the companionway, keeping communications and ship’s systems close at hand. To starboard, the linear walkthrough galley is positioned for secure meal preparation underway and leads aft into the private owner’s cabin with island queen berth and en-suite head. Forward of the saloon, a separate guest area includes a V-berth stateroom, a port bunk cabin, and a second head with separate shower stall.Interior Styling and Additional Features:Extensive teak joinery with classic Hylas offshore characterTeak-and-holly cabin soleExcellent ventilation with 9 opening ports and 6 overhead hatches per inventoryNew saloon upholstery and foam – 2024Battery-operated floor lights and motion/sensor lighting in cabinets and beneath seatingScreens for all windowsMAIN SALOONThe main saloon is comfortable, secure, and properly arranged for life offshore. Seating is generous on both sides, storage is abundant, and there are ample handholds throughout for safe movement underway. The dinette to port is suited for dining, passage planning, or relaxing at anchor, while the starboard settee can serve as an excellent sea berth on passage.U-shaped dinette to port with retractable benchStarboard settee converts to a secure sea berthNew upholstery and foam – 2024Abundant storage beneath seating and in surrounding cabinetryAmple handholds throughout for security underwayMASTER STATEROOMLocated aft for privacy and comfort, the owner’s stateroom is one of MARA’s standout features. The centerline queen berth makes the space feel more like a proper cabin than a compromise typical of smaller cruising yachts, while surrounding teak cabinetry, drawers, and lockers provide excellent storage for extended living aboard.Centerline queen berthPrivate en-suite head with separate stall showerHanging locker, drawers, and built-in shelvingOpening ports and overhead hatch for light and ventilationMaster HeadThe owner’s en-suite head is arranged for practical offshore use while still offering the comfort expected of a quality cruising yacht. A separate shower stall keeps the space drier and more usable than a typical wet-head arrangement, and the teak joinery and Corian-style surfaces are durable and easy to maintain.Separate shower stallPrivate access from owner’s cabinDurable solid-surface countertopBuilt-in storage for toiletries and towelsOpening portlight for ventilationVIP STATEROOMForward accommodations are well suited for guests or family, with a spacious V-berth cabin that enjoys privacy from the main saloon and convenient access to the forward head. The arrangement gives the bow area the feel of a separate guest suite.Full-size V-berthPrivate access and separation from main saloonDirect access to forward head with separate shower stallGood storage and practical offshore layoutVIP HeadThe forward head serves the VIP cabin and the adjacent port bunk cabin. As with the aft head, the separate shower stall is a valuable feature for extended cruising, helping keep the vanity and toilet areas clean and dry.Separate shower stallConveniently located for both forward cabinsDurable solid-surface finish and quality hardwareGUEST CABIN (PORT)To port in the forward accommodation area, MARA includes a separate bunk cabin that works well as a guest cabin, children’s cabin, or dedicated offshore storage space. Its location and enclosed layout make it a versatile addition for cruising families or passagemaking couples carrying extra gear.Separate enclosed cabinBunk berth arrangementConvenient access to forward headUseful as guest cabin or dedicated storage space

The starboard walkthrough galley is one of the most practical features of the Hylas 49 design. Its narrow, linear layout allows the cook to brace securely while underway, and its position between the cockpit access and aft cabin keeps traffic flow logical without sacrificing usable workspace.Princess three-burner propane stove with ovenBuilt-in microwaveLong, secure walkthrough layout for offshore cookingDedicated knife storage and generous cabinetryDual Seafrost DC 5000 refrigeration units – 2006Original teak refrigeration door fronts retained

NAVIGATION STATIONThe navigation station is positioned just inside the companionway to port, where it serves as the operational hub for passage planning, communications, and electrical management. It is close enough to the cockpit for easy communication with the helm while still remaining protected below.Dedicated chart storage and navigation workspaceImmediate access to AC/DC breaker panelsIntegrated cabinetry for manuals and ship’s documentsExcellent visibility and natural light from companionway areaELECTRONIC SYSTEMSMARA is equipped with a practical mix of sailing instruments, communication gear, charging systems, and onboard monitoring suited to coastal cruising and longer offshore work. The electronics package reflects thoughtful owner use and includes both cockpit and nav-station chartplotters, AIS/VHF capability, inverter capacity, and solar support.Garmin GPSMAP 1242 Touch chartplotter at helmGarmin GPSMAP 4210 chartplotter at navigation stationB&G wind, depth, and temperature instruments – wind speed not currently reading knots, angle onlyB&G Hy-Pro autopilot with ML+40 linear actuator driveStandard Horizon Matrix AIS/GPS GX2200 VHFRitchie 5” Navigator compassMastervolt 12V / 3000W inverter-charger with EasyView 5 monitor – May 2021Additional Eastwood pure sine inverter 1000W / 2000W max – 2019Solar array with three Renogy Rover 20A MPPT controllersBattery bank includes (2) 8D 230Ah and (2) 4D batteries – 4D batteries dated 2/2026Fusion MS-IP600 stereo and Boss MGR350B – July 2021Supersonic flatscreen TVElectric oil change system for engine and generatorSuperwind wind generator – currently inoperableXintex propane monitor and dual bilge pump alarm systemHELM STATIONCenter cockpit helm with protective coamingsPedestal binnacle with folding teak cockpit tableEngine and sailing instruments positioned for short-handed use

HULLThe Hylas 49 is respected for robust offshore construction and a sea-kindly Sparkman & Stephens hull form. Built with a solid hand-laid fiberglass hull and reinforced structure, MARA offers the substantial feel, directional stability, and confidence that have made these yachts enduring bluewater favorites.Solid hand-laid fiberglass hullTwaron/aramid reinforcement in high-stress areasHeavy-duty internal stringer/grid structureLead keel with substantial keel boltsRudder post repacked – 2023 DECKThe deck layout balances offshore security with cruising comfort. Raised freeboard helps keep the deck dry in a seaway while also contributing to the yacht’s interior volume, and the reverse transom with integrated boarding platform improves access from dinghy or dock.Raised freeboard for drier decks and increased interior volumeSugar-scoop stern with integrated boarding/swim accessStainless-capped rub rail integrated into hull-to-deck jointRocna 33 kg / 72 lb primary anchor50 lb CQR secondary anchor and Fortress storm anchor250’ anchor chainMaxwell 2200 windlass rebuilt – May 2021Deck/anchor washdown system – currently inoperableBoarding ladder4-person liferaft – service expiration 2018COCKPITDeep, secure center cockpitPedestal binnacle with 6” Ritchie compassFolding varnished teak cockpit tableUseful coaming storage cubbiesCockpit enclosure / sunshade and canvasCockpit cushions recovered – 2026Three propane tanks MAST AND RIGGINGKeel-stepped mastSelden in-mast furling systemMain furling system rebuilt – 2021Cutter rigStanding rigging and lifelines replaced – 2018Lines led aft to cockpit for short-handed sail handlingRunning backstays for staysail support in heavy weatherAir draft approximately 64’SAILS AND WINCHESMainsail – 2018Genoa – 2018(2) Lewmar electric 64 primary winches(3) Lewmar 48 winches

ENGINE AND MECHANICALOne of the Hylas 49’s most appreciated design strengths is its mechanical access. Rather than burying the engine beneath a cramped companionway, the center-cockpit arrangement allows multi-sided access through the walkthrough, companionway, nav station, and aft cabin areas. For owners who maintain their own boat or cruise far from service yards, this is a major advantage.Yanmar 4JH2-DTE 85 hp diesel – approximately 5,000 hoursExcellent engine access from multiple sidesDual Racor fuel filtersFuel manifold system for tank selectionCutlass bearing replaced – 2019Exhaust replaced and new dripless shaft seal installed – 2022Lead-lined sound insulation around engine spacePLUMBING AND TANKAGETankage aboard MARA supports serious cruising use, with substantial fuel and water capacity and straightforward system layouts.Fuel capacity – 145 gal total in 2 aluminum tanksWater capacity – 220 gal total in 4 tanks per inventory breakdownHolding capacity – 2 fiberglass tanks / 50 gal totalAft holding tank in regular useForward holding tank presently disconnected, parts retainedVillage Marine watermaker – pickled / unused for approximately 7 yearsELECTRICAL SYSTEMMastervolt 12V / 3000W inverter-charger with EasyView 5 monitor – May 20213-stage 40A battery chargerSolar charging system with multiple MPPT controllersBattery bank includes (2) 8D 230Ah and (2) 4D batteriesCruisair reverse-cycle climate control, 3 zonesHydronic heating system under dinetteVetus bow thrusterBattery-operated floor and accent lightingAUDIO/VISUAL AND ENTERTAINMENT EQUIPMENTFusion stereo systemBoss MGR350B stereo component – July 2021Supersonic flatscreen TV

4-person liferaft – service expiration 2018Dual bilge pump alarm systemXintex propane monitorFlaresDitch bagSextant

Apex 9’ RIB tender9.8 hp Mercury outboardDinghy davit system

BROKER’S COMMENTSMARA offers the blend of pedigree, workmanship, and practical cruising features that has kept the Hylas 49 highly regarded among serious sailors. She is not a stripped-down racer-cruiser or a marina condo pretending to be a passagemaker; she is a genuine offshore sailing yacht with the layout, systems access, storage, and construction to support real use. For an owner seeking a respected Sparkman & Stephens design with a proper center-cockpit arrangement and comfortable liveaboard capability, MARA deserves close attention.Sparkman & Stephens design / Queen Long buildThree-cabin, two-head cruising interiorProven center-cockpit offshore platformStrong systems access and practical maintenance layoutWell suited for Chesapeake cruising, coastal passagemaking, and extended voyaging

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