2005 North Wind 56 Ketch For Sale

2005 North Wind 56 Ketch for Sale: Classic Sailing Vessel in Altea, Spain

A Timeless Blend of Performance and Comfort

The 2005 North Wind 56 Ketch is a beautifully crafted sailing vessel that offers an exceptional experience on the water. Designed for cruising and socializing, this ketch combines classic lines with modern amenities, making her perfect for both leisurely sails and adventurous voyages. With a spacious layout and robust construction, she is ready to take you on unforgettable journeys across the seas.

Spacious Accommodations and Functional Design

Below deck, the North Wind 56 features a thoughtfully designed interior that maximizes comfort and functionality. With two cabins and two heads, she comfortably accommodates up to four guests. The inviting saloon area is perfect for relaxing after a day of sailing, while the well-equipped galley ensures that you can prepare meals with ease. This vessel is ideal for those who appreciate both performance and the comforts of home while at sea.

Specifications - 2005 North Wind 56 Ketch

• Builder: North Wind
• Model: 56 Ketch
• Year: 2005
• Location: Altea, Spain
• Length: 55.7 feet
• Beam: 16.6 feet
• Draft: 7.2 feet
• Displacement: 39,683 lbs
• Engine: Volvo Penta, 104 HP
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Accommodations: 2 cabins, 2 heads, total berths 4

Electronics and Navigation:

• VHF Radio
• Raymarine Navigation System
• AIS
• Autopilot
• Radar

Comfort and Convenience Features:

• Air Conditioning
• Electric Anchor
• Bow Thruster
• Washer / Dryer
• Dishwasher
• Ice Maker
• Water Maker
• Winch
• TV

The North Wind 56 Ketch is a superb ocean-going cruising yacht, designed for long-distance sailing with exceptional comfort, reliability and autonomy. Built in 2005, this beautifully maintained example measures 17.00 metres in length with a 5.05-metre beam, is powered by a Volvo Penta 104 HP inboard diesel engine and features a 2.20-metre draft. Designed for serious bluewater cruising, she offers an excellent balance between sailing performance, comfortable accommodation and extensive onboard equipment.

Her classic ketch rig provides outstanding versatility and effortless sail handling in all weather conditions. The yacht is supplied with an impressive sail inventory including two furling genoas, two mainsails, mizzen sail, storm jib, two asymmetric spinnakers and a conventional spinnaker, making her exceptionally well prepared for coastal cruising as well as extended ocean passages.

Below deck, the yacht offers comfortable accommodation with two spacious cabins and two bathrooms. The interior has been designed for extended stays aboard, featuring air conditioning with heating, two plasma televisions, washing machine, dishwasher, ice maker and a fully equipped galley with ceramic hob. Every area has been planned to maximise comfort for long-term cruising.

The navigation equipment is equally comprehensive, including Raymarine E120 chartplotter, Furuno GPS, Raymarine radar, autopilot, dual VHF radios, JRC SSB radiotelephone, AIS receiver, wind instruments and speed log. A video camera monitoring the bilge and engine room provides additional safety, while the bow thruster greatly simplifies manoeuvring in marinas.

Designed for complete autonomy, the yacht features a 160-litre-per-hour watermaker, wind generator, battery charger, inverter, electric winches and full offshore safety equipment including EPIRB, liferaft and tender with outboard engine. The vessel holds current certification and is fully equipped for extended offshore cruising.

Combining the renowned build quality of North Wind with an exceptional cruising specification, generous sail inventory and proven offshore capability, this North Wind 56 Ketch is an outstanding opportunity for sailors seeking a comfortable and highly capable world cruising yacht.