2020 Fountaine Pajot Saona 47

New to market: 2020 Fountaine Pajot Saona 47 Maestro "Aila" in pristine condition.

The Fountaine Pajot Saona 47 is one of the most decorated performance cruising catamarans in her class, earning SAIL Magazine's Best Multihull Cruising Boat award in the 41–50 ft category when the model first launched. 

S/V Aila (hull #120) is a prime example of the Saona 47, featuring an LOA of nearly 46 feet and a 25 feet of beam. She is CE Category A certified, capable of 8+ knots under sail, and built to the rigorous standards that have made Fountaine Pajot a global leader in catamaran construction. The overall layout and design are a standout on the 47, and the Maestro three-cabin configuration on Aila means the entire port hull to a private owner's suite, creating a liveaboard experience that rivals far larger vessels.

Aila is in truly immaculate condition, both cosmetically and operationally. She has been comprehensively upgraded for extended offshore or circumnavigation-level cruising from her solar panels to her watermaker. She features twin Volvo Penta diesels with about 638 hours, meticulous maintenance records, fresh bottom paint and Propspeed, plus a long list of high-end additions, including a 1,260 Ah Lithionics lithium bank, a full Garmin electronics suite, watermaker, dive compressor, and custom Code 0 sail. 

This world-class vessel is duty paid and ready to sail away.

Listing Highlights

• Layout: 3-cabin Maestro owner's version; full port hull owner's suite with walk-in shower, memory foam mattress, and generous storage
• Propulsion: Twin Volvo Penta D2-60 diesels (60 HP each), 638 hours; Flexifold folding props with line cutters
• Batteries: 1,260 Ah Lithionics LiFePO4 lithium house bank; 400W factory solar; Victron Quattro inverter/charger; Panda 12kW generator with 1020 hours
• Electronics: Dual Garmin 8410 chartplotters, Garmin Reactor 40 autopilot, GMR 18 HD+ radar, AIS 800, forward-view sonar Pantropix PS51-TH 
• Watermaker: Blue Water Desalination Explorer Modular 1800 with salon remote
• Hydraulic Submersible Swim Platform
• Underwater Lights
• Main Specs: LOA 45.9 ft | Beam 25.3 ft | Draft ~4.4 ft | Air draft: 74 | GRT 18 tons
• Dinghy: Highfield CL360 hypalon tender with Yamaha 25 HP outboard
• Condition: Low engine hours, fresh bottom paint and Propspeed (May 2026), new running rigging in 2025 

Propulsion & Handling

Twin Volvo Penta D2-60 diesel engines (60 HP each) with 638 hours provide reliable power for maneuvering and motoring passages. Both engines have been fitted with upgraded stainless steel exhaust elbows, and each is equipped with a Bosch high-output alternator regulated by Wakespeed WS500 voltage regulators, contributing meaningfully to house bank charging underway. Racor 500 series fuel pre-filters are installed on both engines and the generator. Flexifold folding propellers with dedicated line cutters help maximize sailing efficiency and protect against fouling. Rose joints have been added to the steering for enhanced long-term reliability. The fuel capacity stands at 248 gallons, supporting extended passages between ports.

Electronics & Navigation

Aila carries a comprehensive Garmin electronics package. A Garmin 8410 chartplotter is installed at both the nav station and the helm at the flybridge, paired with a GMR 18 HD+ radar for complete situational awareness. The Garmin Reactor 40 autopilot handles long passages with ease. 

An AIS 800 transponder, Garmin VHF at the helm, new wind sensor, and autopilot remote round out the primary nav suite. Underwater visibility is enhanced by a Pantropix PS51-TH forward-view sonar, along with an Ultrasonic Airmar depth transducer. The helm on the flybridge is also fitted with a windlass control with chain counter.

An ACR GlobalFix V4 EPIRB and Garmin OnDeck remote monitoring system provide added safety and peace of mind whether aboard or ashore. A wifi extender is mounted on the spreaders, and Starlink HD flat antenna is mounted atop the hard bimini.

Electrical, Power & Comfort Systems

The electrical system is built around four Lithionics LiFePO4 batteries delivering 1,260 amp-hours of house power, a significant upgrade that supports extended anchorage time without running the generator. A 3,000W Victron Multiplus inverter and 100A Victron Autotransformer provide clean, flexible power for both 110V US and European 220V shore power configurations. A Victron 100A MPPT solar controller (Bluetooth Smart) manages the 400W of factory-installed solar panels. An Orion DC/DC converter charges the house bank from the starboard engine, supplemented by the Wakespeed-regulated alternators on both engines.

The Panda Fisher 15000i 12kW generator (approx. 600 hours) provides robust shore-power-level output when needed. Shore power charging is handled by a Victron Centaur 20A generator battery charger. 

Six Dometic air conditioning units with soft starts keep the entire vessel comfortable in tropical climates, and a galvanic isolator protects the hull when plugged in. Electronic fuel and water tank monitoring, additional 12V and 120V outlets throughout, and pre-installation plumbing and wiring for a 60Hz washing machine reflect the thoroughness of the electrical buildout. 

An upgraded Bose sound system serves both the salon and cockpit, and a Fusion sound system is also aboard.

Salon & Galley Accommodations

The interior accommodations are configured for long-term liveaboard comfort. The owner's stateroom occupies the full port hull, featuring a walk-around queen berth with a memory foam mattress, slatted base, and 110V/USB outlets on each side. The VIP cabin also features a memory foam mattress. 

All three cabins are fitted with custom blackout curtains and 12V fans. Three electric freshwater heads serve the vessel.

The open salon and galley are purpose built for comfortable entertaining whether at dock or on the hook. To port, the galley and galley island offer plenty of counter and prep space for cooking or simply enjoying some hors d'oeuvres. Further forward to port is the dedicated nav station. An L-shaped settee and coffee table occupy the forward starboard quarter. This settee and coffee table also convert into an additional berth when needed. A Samsung QLED Slim 4K TV on locking adjustable swing-out wall mount also lives in the salon with upgraded Bose speakers and cockpit sound system.The salon windows, like the cabins, are fitted with blackout blinds, plus exterior window blinds. 

The galley is well-equipped for extended cruising:

• Isotherm 190R double drawer refrigerator
• Isotherm 90L freezer with upgraded vents
• Built-in Isotherm clear ice icemaker
• 3-burner propane stovetop with propane oven
• Microwave
• Propane shutoff solenoid with dual tanks
• Hot and cold pressure water throughout; 110V water heater
• Combination locking safe

Freshwater capacity is 185 gallons, supported by the Blue Water Desalination Explorer Modular 1800 watermaker with salon remote control.

Deck & Cockpit

The cockpit and helm area have been thoughtfully outfitted for both passage-making efficiency and outdoor living. A hard bimini with integrated skylight, red/white lighting, and Starlink HD antenna tops the helm station. Full custom isinglass enclosures surround the helm with opening front and rear windows, and custom Sunbrella exterior cushions cover the cockpit, helm, and sundeck. 

Winch power at the helm includes two Lewmar Evo 55 and Evo 50 electric winches plus one Lewmar Evo 50ST. 

A hydraulic dinghy/swim platform lift accommodates the Highfield CL360 hypalon tender (Yamaha 25 HP outboard). Max capacity: 440 lbs.

A Bauer Jr. dive compressor with soft start is installed in the lazarette, supporting extended diving recreation.

The aft cockpit is also fitted with a refrigerator and an adjacent outdoor sink, as well as a Blaze Marine stainless steel propane BBQ with custom mount.

Additional deck and cockpit features include:

• Complete outdoor cushion set (cockpit, lounge deck, foredeck)
• Freshwater deck washdown fore, aft, and in cockpit
• Marquip boarding ladder with handrail on both hulls
• 4 scuba tank holders in the lazarette
• Fishing rod holders
• Phifertex window sunshades
• Emergency ½ HP 2" bilge trash pump
• Lewmar flush-mounted hatches (replaced 2026)
• Underwater lighting and blue courtesy lighting
• Bowsprit with rigging for gennaker/screecher deployment
• Propane is managed through a shutoff solenoid with dual tanks

Sailplan

Aila is rigged for performance sailing across all points of sail. The mainsail is a full-battened design with a new stack pack and new main halyard (10mm Dyneema). Headsail deployment is handled by a Profurl genoa furler, while the bowsprit is fitted with a Karver continuous furler for easy deployment of the gennaker or screecher. 

Most of the running rigging was replaced in 2025.

A custom Sail Design blue-and-white Code 0 downwind sail rounds out the inventory and is in like-new condition. A new mainsail cover is on order.

Safety & Anchoring

• Primary anchor: Ultra-Marine 45kg 316L stainless steel anchor with Ultra flip swivel
• Electric windlass
• Mantus heavy-duty anchor bridle
• Backup anchor: Fortress anchor with 300' of rode 

Safety equipment includes an ACR GlobalFix V4 EPIRB, a canister life raft (recertification needed), and an SOS Dan Buoy MOB marker.

Schedule your showing today!

S/V Aila represents one of the most comprehensively prepared Saona 47s we have ever seen on the pre-owned market. And very few boats at this price point offer the level of preparation and condition you will find on Aila.

With low hours, a recent haul-out, and a refit list that addresses everything from power independence to offshore safety, she is genuinely ready to depart for extended bluewater cruising or living aboard. 

Currently located in Fort Pierce, Florida, Aila is available for private showing by appointment. Don't miss the opportunity to step aboard a turnkey vessel that shows almost as well as a new boat. A very rare compliment indeed.

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