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Illusion of the Isles is a 30.2m sloop sailing yacht with a displacement hull, built by the Southern Wind Shipyard. Nauta Yachts was responsible for her beautiful exterior styling and interior design, and engineering by Farr Yacht Design.
Sailing yacht ILLUSION OF THE ISLES is a Southern Wind SW 100 DS superyacht launched in Cape Town in 2006. She is the second hull built in a successful series of performance orientated yachts which were designed by Farr Yacht Design with a powerful sail plan and comfortable yet high performance hull lines.
In the words of Southern Wind: "The SW 100 DS combines styling and performance, with reliability and safety for comfort and peace of mind during long blue water sailing."
This blue water cruiser combines the advanced composite construction techniques with the traditional carpentry of Southern Wind Shipyard, and is the ideal choice for both family use and
luxury charter. She was built to commercial, but the owner used her as a private yacht. She can be reverted and would make and excellent charter yacht buisness.
The deck plan of the SW 100 ILLUSION OF THE ISLES has been designed to allow easy sailing and comfort for both the crew and guests. The steering system of two-wheel pedestals grant an excellent visibility to the helmsman thus making the aft cockpit an ideal manoeuvring space, while a large sun-bathing area next to the central cockpit allows plenty of room for relaxing and socializing on deck.
Main Sail, primary and secondary winches are hydraulically operated. As well as most of the major functions on the SW 100 DS, such as the Passerelle, the anchor arm or the transom door which in the open position becomes a practical swimming or boarding platform.
In sailing yacht ILLUSION OF THE ISLES Nauta Design has used their Italian styling to create an interior that is both elegant, functional and comfortable. The lay-out features a clear separation between the crew quarter and the guests' and the owner's area.
The SW 100 DS ILLUSION OF THE ISLES is the second of a successful mini-series produced by Southern Wind Shipyard.
The first two years after she was built,she was in Commercial License but after that has been only privately used.
As she was built to Commercial regulations, she can be reverted if necessary
Designed by Nauta Design, the luxury sailing yacht’s interior is elegant, functional and comfortable. Guests can enjoy panoramic views while relaxing in the soothing main salon or relishing a delectable meal at the dining table. ILLUSION OF THE ISLES boasts an excellent layout that provides a separation between guest and crew areas.
ILLUSION OF THE ISLES welcomes eight guests in four well-appointed staterooms. Her master stateroom is a private oasis situated forward and is complete with a lovely en-suite bath. Her additional staterooms include a VIP and two identical twin staterooms — each with an en-suite bath.
The deck layout on yacht ILLUSION OF THE ISLES permits easy sailing with her twin wheel pedestals granting excellent visibility to the helmsman while maneuvering around the aft cockpit. Whether sailing or at anchor, the yacht’s splendid center cockpit with ample seating is the ideal spot for unwinding, socializing and sunbathing. Lowering ILLUSION OF THE ISLES transom door allows for easy boarding as well as provides a spectacular swim platform to enjoy the sea that surrounds.
Construction
The hull is built on a female mould, using infusion technology, with SP SYSTEM epoxy resin.
Outer skin is glass & Kevlar, inner skin is carbon and core is Corecell, vacuum bagged to obtain maximum bonding. The hull is reinforced with prefabricated structural floors, stringers and longitudinals
Bulkheads are glass or carbon fibre sandwich construction
Hull windows – three on each side, in master cabin, studio and guest cabins
Hull Finish
Topsides are painted white Awlgrip
Gold painted cove and double boot stripes
Black antifouling applied in September 2021
Max Power R321/4 32.5 hp bow thruster, hydraulically driven by PTO (new 2010, full revision in 2018)
Keel
The fixed T-bulb keel is comprised of steel fin and antimony hardened lead torpedo bulb
Lead bulb approx 20.3 tons with 3% antimony content
Rudder
The spade rudder is constructed from pre-preg carbon fibre with closed cell polyurethane foam core. Pre-preg carbon fibre rudder stock, mounted on two self-aligning bearings from Solimar. Bearings serviced in 2016
Steering Systems
Twin composite steering pedestals fitted in cockpit with roller bearings and flush mounted consoles, accommodating steering compasses and other instruments
Twin carbon fibre wheels, 1200mm diameter
Chain and sprocket steering system connected to lightweight alloy quadrant
Simrad Autopilot with two hydraulic cylinders
Transom
Hydraulic folding swim platform, 2x cylinders
Gandola hydraulically operated passarelle, retracts into a dedicated storage locker
Hot/cold shower and storage lockersÂ
Deck Construction
The deck is built on a female mould, using infusion technology, with SP SYSTEM epoxy resin.
Both inner and outer skins are carbon fibre and core is Klegcell, vacuum bagged to obtain maximum bonding. Pilot house superstructure is also constructed in carbon fibre laminate
Deck Finish
Deck is painted in white Awlgrip
Teak laid on side and aft decks, foredeck, coachroof, cockpit floors and seats with black caulking
Deck Lockers
Anchor locker with access to chain storage
Forepeak locker with storage for sails, rigging and equipment
Lazarette locker aft
Life raft lockers on either side of cockpit
Deck Equipment
Centre cockpit dining table to port, finished in teak with folding leaves and integrated refrigerator
Cockpit coffee table to starboard, finished in text with alloy legs
Stainless steel pulpit, pushpit, stanchions and side opening gates
Folding teak covered seats on either side of pushpit and one in bow pulpit
Aluminium extendable ladder with fixing points on side gate
Stainless steel swimming ladder with fixing points on transom platform
Hatches & Windows
Flush mounted composite deck hatches from Solimar, supported by double gas rams
New Perspex in hatches 2018, new rubber gaskets in 2021
Oceanair mosquito screens and blinds on all hatches
Sliding polycarbonate companionway hatches and washboards. Main companionway washboard electric dropdown
Deck prisms on side decks and bridge deck for additional light in aft cabins
Winches by Harken
Primaries:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 2 x 1120 STA 3-speed hydraulic
Secondaries:Â Â 2 x 1120 STA 3-speed hydraulic
Mainsheet:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1x 1120 STA 3-speed hydraulic
Traveller:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1x 70 STA 2-speed hydraulic
Halyard :Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 2 x 980 STA 3-speed hydraulic
Pit:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 2x 980 STA 2-speed manual
Aluminium Sanguinetti retractable mooring winch on foredeck
Sailing Hardware
Ronstan deck hardware
Spinlock jammers and clutches
Antal winch buttons
Anchoring & Mooring
Main anchor galvanized 180 lbs CQR with 130m of 14mm galvanized steel chain
Spare anchor 31Kg Fortress FX 125, mounted in forepeak
Hydraulic operated pivoting aluminium anchor arm, folds away flush inside the anchor locker
New hydraulic motor for anchor arm fitted in 2017
Maxwell 4500 model hydraulic anchor windlass (new, to be installed in 2021)
Four (4) custom retractable cleats (2x midships) and Four (4) fixed stainless steel cleats
Fenders and mooring lines
Deck Canvas
2x Folding sprayhoods – new 2021
Bimini over center cockpit and sun lounge area with side and rear curtains in clear plastic – new 2021
1x set of winch covers
Steering pedestal and wheel covers
Cockpit table covers
Cockpit cushions with back rests
General
Interior furniture is made to the highest marine standards, using quarter sawn teak veneer and, where possible, sandwich construction with closed-cell PVC or resin-sealed paper honeycomb core, to reduce weight.
Inside of lockers is finished in cedar veneer where possible
Removable sandwich construction floorboards are finished in varnished teak with carpeting throughout
Removable overhead panels are covered in Ledertex Nerini material.
Additional side panelling in white vinyl upholstery
Flush mounted overhead LED lighting throughout
Saloon upholstery in gold woven fabric with beige cotton crew covers
Corian countertops in heads and galley
Safes in Owner cabin and crew quarter
12v Hella fans in aft cabins
Forward Cabin (Master)
Double berth with nightstands and reading lights on either side aft and storage drawers beneath
Master bed dimensions 175cm wide at head, 200cm long
Dressing area aft to starboard with cedar lined drawers and lockers
Two-person settee to starboard with hull window outboard
To port, a hanging locker aft with shoe storage and hull window.
Vanity desk with removable folding seat and retractable 70cm Samsung, television forward to port
En suite head with Tecma WC & bidet, separate shower compartment, double wash basins, mirrors and storage lockers
Forward Guest Cabin (VIP)
Double berth to outboard with bookshelves, lockers and hull window outboard
Hanging locker and storage lockers forward to port
En suite head with Tecma WC, separate shower compartment, wash basin, mirrors and storage lockers
Studio Lounge
In the forward starboard section of the saloon, adjacent to the forward guest cabin, a convenient studio and lounge area is located with writing desk, chair, lockers and drawers. Hull window located outboard of writing desk and bookshelf above. Single seat sofa aft and outboard. Drinks refrigerator, ice maker and bar locker inboard next to mast.
Saloon
Eight-person teak finished dining table to port with storage lockers for tableware and entertainment systems aft. To starboard a comfortable seating area with large settee, two seats and a coffee table
Hisense 110cm LCD television mounted on aft bulkhead
Aft Cabin (Port)
Twin single berths on either side with storage lockers and bookshelves above
Nightstand with drawers between the berths, hanging locker forward and outboard
En suite head with Tecma WC, separate shower compartment, wash basin, mirrors and storage lockers
Aft Cabin (Starboard)
Double berth outboard with storage lockers and bookshelves above
Nightstand with drawers inboard of berth, hanging locker forward and outboard
En suite head with Tecma WC, separate shower compartment, wash basin, mirrors and storage lockers
Galley
Open plan galley design with central island that functions as work surface dining table and nav station with removable stools
Work surfaces finished in white Corian
Double stainless-steel sinks, storage lockers and drawers for galley equipment
Galley finish is generally finished in satin varnished teak
Galley Equipment
Front loading column refrigerator, 570 litres
Front loading freezer, 305 litres
One top-loading freezer below cabin sole in galley, 105 litres
U-line ice maker
Miele 4 gas burners + 2 electric hob cooker combination
Smeg 90 cm wide oven both oven and stove mounted on a custom-made gimballing system.
Sharp microwave oven
Alpes extractor galley extractor / hood above the cooker
Mixer faucet for hot and cold water
Hoover combination washer-dryer
Dihr Dishwasher
Nav Station
Incorporated into the crew dinette table
Flush mounted instruments and displays on carbon
Storage lockers drawer and shelf for nav aids
Engine Room
Enlarged engine room space with additional headroom
Insulated with sound and vibration dampening materials
Fire protection to A60 rating
Extraction and ventilation fans
Main Engine
1x Cummins 6CTA8-M 355 hp @ 2500 rpm [6496,5 hours 20th March 23]
Reduction and reversing gear ZF IRM 301 A with hydraulic control – reduction 2.9:1
Homokinetic coupling Aquadrive Unicardan
70mm shaft and four-blade folding Brunton Varifold propeller
Morse engine control
Max Power R321/4 32.5 hp bow thruster, hydraulically driven by PTO (new 2010, full revision in 2018)
Fuel System
Six (6) stainless steel fuel tanks with total capacity of 4,800 litres
One stainless steel day tank with 170 litres capacity
San Giorgio Sein level monitoring system
G&R 24v transfer pump, plus manual backup pump, both with filter
Plumbing Systems
Pressurized hot/cold freshwater system
Four (4) stainless steel tanks with 2500 litres capacity
Two G&R Eco jet freshwater pump, 1x 24v, 1x 220v
Two 80-liter hot water heaters
220V Tecnicomar water maker, producing 180 litres per hour
24v DC Spectra watermaker (not currently working)
One 24vDC G&R seawater pump for deck wash and firefighting
Ventilation System
Frigomar Air Conditioning with fan coils and controls in all cabins, saloon and galley
Refrigeration Systems
3x Frigomar refrigeration compressors, all new in 2019
Icemaker in studio bar
Drainage System
Six (6) marine WC by Tecma, can be operated on fresh or seawater system
Two stainless steel blackwater tanks, total capacity 700 litres
G&R macerator pumps connected to each black water tank
50mm deck waste pump out fittings, one for each tank
Five individual bilge areas may be pumped out via manifold
2x G&R 24v pumps and one Whale Gusher manual pump connected to manifold
Two submersible pumps permanently connected to main bilge and engine room bilge
Grey water is collected and discharged by dedicated Jabsco pumps in each head
Hydraulic Systems
Powered hydraulic system is supplied by Max Power power-pack with two 13 kW DC electrical motors or Power Take Off pumps on both generators.
Powered hydraulic functions:
·        Winches (7)
·        Head sail furlers (2)
·        Windlass (1)
·        Mooring winch (1)
·        Transom door (1)
·        Anchor Arm (1)
Navtec hydraulic system: powered by manual pump or dedicated electric motor
Hydraulic functions: Backstay, Vang, Inner forestay, jib halyard tensioner, Staysail halyard tensioner.Â
General
Electric system is installed in conduits, alongside the hull, with junction boxes provided and secondary distribution panels. Wiring numbered on both ends and laid down to be accessible for checking and servicing.
DC System
Service Batteries - Sonnenschein Dry Fit units 24 volt – 24 x 2V 840 Ah each (total 1680 Ah 24v)
Navigation Batteries: 2x 24v of 160 Ah each
Engine & Genset start:Â Sonnenschein Dry Fit, two (2) 12v batteries of160 Ah connected in series.
Emergency batteries: Sonnenschein Dry Fit, two (2) 12v batteries of 200 Ah each
AC System
Shore power system – 1x watertight sockets in lazarette with 1x 25m shore power cables
Port Genset - Onan 19 kw 50 Hz, sound insulation box [ 8102,9 hours, March 2023]
Starboard Genset - Onan 22.5 kw 50 Hz with PTO, sound insulation box [ 3000 hours, March 2023]
Chargers/Inverters
Two (2) Victron Combi 70-amp battery charger with 3000-watt inverters
Two (2) Victron 100-amp chargers
Victron 50-amp charter for navigation batteries
190A Service Alternator on main engine
Engine and genset batteries charged via dedicated alternators on each engine
Navigation Instruments
B&G Hydra 2000 with processor, gyrocompass, mast head unit (wind speed/direction, speed sensor, heel sensor and depth sounder
6x Full Function Displays (FFD) [two in the aft cockpit, two in the chart area, one in the crew quarter, one in the Owner cabin]
3x 40/40 on carbon bracket below gooseneck
4x 20/20 on deck
One analogue wind display on deck
 Furuno NavNet chart plotter black box system integrates with MaxSea, displays at nav station and at starboard helm
Furuno GPS/WAAS GP-37
 Radar: Furuno 48 nm Navnet 3D digital scanner, 2x radome on front of mast
Autopilot: SIMRAD AC20; 2x displays AP26, two hydraulic cylinders
Computer Systems
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Communications Systems
2x Icom IC-M601 VHF radio
Icom IC-M801E MF/HF radio
AIS
Entertainment Systems
Saloon - Hisense 110cm LCD television, Denon hi-fi amplifier
Satellite TV antenna with decoder
Master Cabin: 70cm Samsung LCD television with compact A/V system
Guest Cabins: Compact audio system with speakers in deck head
Crew Area: Compact audio system with speakers in deck head
Deck:Â Cockpit speakers in both cockpits, connected to Denon stereo at nav station
Mast: Nordic Mast - Carbon Fiber – 3x spreaders, painted with white Awlgrip
Boom: Leisure Furl carbon, in-boom furling
Standing Rigging: Stainless steel rod
Carbon fibre spinnaker pole
Genoa furler, Reckmann hydraulic with alloy foil
Staysail furler, Reckmann hydraulic with alloy foil
2x removable mast jacks with manual pump
Dimensions:
I: 35.4 m
P: 31.5m
J: 10.2m
E: 10.5m
Sail area (with 106% genoa) 356m2
General Equipment
4.2m Zodiac Mark II rigid inflatable tender with stainless and teak chocks for foredeck
Yamaha 30Hp outboard motor
Gandola hydraulically operated stainless-steel gangway
Water skis
Safety Equipment
3x Zodiac 6-person life rafts
2x Jonbuoy
Halon fire protection system
Fire extinguishers
EPIRB
Life jackets
Mainsail
Mainsail. Year: 2018. Make: Banks. Material/Notes: Black taffeta finish, used only during 2021 season.
Upwind
Jib. Year: 2018. Make: Banks. Material/Notes: Black taffeta finish, used only during 2021 season.
Staysail. Year: 2018. Make: Banks. Material/Notes: Black taffeta finish, used only during 2021 season.
Downwind
Code Zero. Year: 2011. Make: Banks
2017
Mast and Rigg was pulled and ex-rayed in La Spezia
2014
Small re-fit and changed all FURUNO navigation and installed AIS
Engine hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.
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