S/Y Sybaris of London
Gulfstar 54 Sailcruiser

A total of 23 Sailcruisers were manufactured by Gulfstar Yachts in St. Petersburg Florida between 1985 and 1986. The company was sold in the late 80's, and the Lazzara family then started Lazzara Yachts which today specializes in large motor yachts. Sybaris is hull No. 5 and was built during the first half of 1986. She was delivered in June 1986 and made her maiden voyage from Florida to New York the same month. 

The Gulfstar 54 Sailcruiser (see plan below) was built for space rather than bunks which is exactly what you want in luxury charter. We only accept 4 charter guests for each booking. You share the master suite up front and the deluxe 2 people bunk cabin next to it. The toilet is large and has a separate spacious shower cabin. The main saloon is over 15m² (large enough to dance in) and you will find a comfortable U sofa, two easy chairs, LCD TV with over 200 movies, stereo with iPod docking station, library and games. One step down going aft is the galley which is equipped like a with electrical stove/oven/microwave, fridge/freezer and plenty of working space.

Cruising in the Eastern Mediterranean means that you will be spending most of your time outside, and the Gulfstar is simply unsurpassed in deck and cockpit space. The main center cockpit is over 3m long and covered by a hard top. In the aft is a second cockpit the size of most standard cockpits with easy access to the movable bath platform. This is where you will be swimming sunbathing, fishing and maybe enjoying a nice sunset. You can also choose to spread out on the enormous forward teak deck to further touch up that tan.

Sybaris is equipped with modern navigation equipment: Radar/Chart Plotter, Two station VHF, Autopilot, Navtex, Loud Hailer, Handheld VHF and GPS and much more. All safety equipment is certified on a yearly basis (Liferaft, fire extinguishers, and flares). She is fitted with two 66hp Yanmar engines for safety and comfort. Sailing is easy with electric furling for the new mainsail, and manual furling for the mizzen and foresail. For downwind sailing optimum speed is possible using the colorful new gennaker (asymmetric spinnaker).

For recreation you will find a 6 person RIB with a 15hp outboard engine, kayak, dive gear, fishing gear, a well stocked library of movies, music, books and games, and much more.

Comfort is further guaranteed with large comfortable beds, air condition, vaccu-flush toilets, plenty of hot water and a large shower.