Tamara Lee Ann48' Celestial 1985

This one of a kind sailboat has been impeccably maintained and upgraded. She is a must see!!

Tamara Lee Ann has taken the current owners on numerous adventures including Hawaii, Mexico and Alaska. Where will she take you next?? With a main engine and generator re-power in 2020 as well as updated rigging and electronics suite, this boat is ready for anything!

This 1985 Celestial 48 sailboat stands as a shining example of craftsmanship, luxury, and performance, with an impressive array of upgrades that ensure this classic yacht is fully equipped for modern cruising. The vessel has been meticulously maintained, and no detail has been overlooked in its restoration. With updated rigging, including both standing and running rigging, this Celestial 48 offers enhanced performance, stability, and reliability for even the most demanding sails. The main engine and generator have been completely repowered, ensuring reliable, fuel-efficient power for both long-distance cruising and comfortable dockside living. The vessel also boasts a full suite of new electronics, including a state-of-the-art navigation system, radar, chart plotter, and autopilot, providing the skipper with cutting-edge tools for precise navigation and control. The newer sails, including a main and genoa, coupled with freshly installed canvas, ensure this yacht is not only ready to perform but also presents an elegant and sleek appearance. Additionally, the addition of Flexi Teak decking gives the boat an elegant, modern look while also providing durability and easy maintenance. Whether you’re cruising the coast or venturing farther afield, this Celestial 48 combines the best of both worlds, blending the timeless beauty of its design with the advantages of contemporary upgrades, offering a smooth, comfortable, and safe sailing experience for its next owner.

The owners have had her for over 20 years and have spared no expense on upgrades and maintenance!

This Celestial 48 would make for an excellent live aboard or long term cruiser.

Impressive Upgrades Include:

• New Rigging: All rigging replaced in 2020! New Standing and running rigging with reinforcement.
• Electronics: Upgraded in 2018. Full B&G suite, Icom VHF and Iridium Sat phone. Starlink wifi.
• Updated Sails: Replaced sails in 2016 and 2017. Main sail and genoa, both in excellent condition
• Machinery: Engine repowered in 2020 with a Yanmar 110hp 1200 hours. Generator repowered in 2013 with a Westerbeke 8kw.
• Air Conditioning/Heating: Reverse Cycle CruiseAir Heat and AC as well as recently added Webasto hydronic diesel heat
• Battery System: 4 battery banks, Generator start bank, Main engine start bank, House bank and Windlass battery bank.
• Watermaker: Village Marine
• Safety Upgrades: EPIRB and Iridium Sat phone
• Fresh Bottom Paint: Just applied in March 2024
• Deck Equipment: Flexiteak decking added and fresh varnish!
• Heads: Fresh water flush Electric toilets
• Windlass: Maxwell 2500. New in 2021.
• Propeller: 3 blade Max Prop

Additional Highlights:

• Spacious Cockpit: Perfect for lounging or entertaining with ample space for a large crew or family.
• Generous Storage: Plenty of storage throughout the vessel, including in the galley, cabins, and cockpit lockers.
• Large Galley: Fully equipped galley with a refrigerator, freezer, new Force 10 stove & oven, and ample counter space.
• Comfortable Saloon: A bright and airy saloon with large windows, a navigation station, and a dining area perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
• Large Cabins: Spacious private cabins with en suites and generous storage, perfect for extended cruising.

Whether you're planning long-distance cruising, coastal adventures, or weekend getaways, this Celestial 48 offers everything you need to enjoy life on the water. It combines legendary sailing performance with modern comforts, and the extensive upgrades ensure you’re ready for any voyage.

Don’t miss your chance to own this remarkable vessel. Contact us today to schedule a showing or get more details!

Accommodations

Forward is a double V-berth stateroom with teak ceiling strips on the sides of the hull, hanging locker and drawers, and an enclosed head with shower on the port side.

In the salon which has a fold-out centerline table with storage beneath, an L-shaped settee to port, and a straight settee to starboard with shelves and cabinets above and below. The starboard settee converts into a double berth.

Aft of the salon to starboard is the U-shaped galley with double S/S sinks, new three-burner Force 10 propane stove with oven, front- and top-loading refrigerator/freezer, microwave oven and multiple storage cabinets and drawers. To port is the nav station with chart table, instruments and storage.

Continuing aft the passageway to the aft cabin has multiple drawers and cabinets and hanging lockers and an access door to the WALK IN ENGINE ROOM! The master suite is aft which has a centerline large king berth with a new custom mattress with storage below, a vanity, hanging lockers, bookshelves and drawers to port, and the enclosed head and stall shower to starboard forward. 

The interior is extremely well-ventilated with seven hatches and fifteen aluminum opening ports with screens. Three of which have been recently replaced.

Galley

• Refrigeration/Freezer: Seafrost, Top Loading
• Stove: Force 10 Propane, 3 Burner
• Microwave
• Sink: Double stainlesss
• Water Heater: 6 Gallons

Electronics and Navigation System

• Radar: B&G 
• VHF: Icom
• Auto Pilot: B&G
• Chart Plotter:B&G
• GPS: B&G
• Compass
• Stereo
• TV
• Depth Sounder: B&G
• Wind Speed and Direction: B&G
• Satellite Communication: Iridium and Starlink

Electrical System

• 8 AMG Batteries
• Battery Monitor: Xantrex Freedom X and LinkLite
• Inverter/Charger: Xantrex Freedom XC Pro Marine 3000
• Isolation Transformer: Victron 3600
• Electrical System: DC12V; AC110V
• Interior Lighting: 12V 
• Dockside Electrical Cable: 30 amp. Separate Smart Plug outlet for HVAC system
• Alternator

Mechanical Equipment and Engine Detail

• Main: New (2020) Yanmar main engine 4JH 110hp main engine with 1200 hrs
• Generator: Replaced in 2013. Westerbeke 8kw with 1125 hrs.
• Air Cond: Cruise Air with Reverse Cycle 
• Bilge Pumps:
• Raw Water Sea Strainer
• Fire Extinguishing System: Halon; Auto
• Fuel Filters: Dual Racor
• Fresh Water Cooling System
• Head Type: Electric
• Holding Tanks: 2
• Watermaker: Village Marine
• Propeller: Max Prop 
• Transmission: ZF, hydraulic transmission 
• Wind Vane: B&G

Sails and Rigging

• Cruise equipped
• Sails: Dacron
• Types of Sails: Main, Spinnaker, Genoa 110
• Mfg of Most Sails: Stat Pack
• Furling: Jib
• Winches: x5. 2 Lewmar 55
• Mast: Aluminum
• Standing Rigging: Stainless
• Spinnaker Pole
• Whisker Pole

Deck Equiment

• Anchor: Bruce 100 with 300' Chain
• Anchor: Bruce 100 with 25' Chain & 100' Rode
• Anchor Windlass: Maxwell Electric
• Lights: Navigation Deck, Spreader
• Lifelines/Stanchions
• Rails
• Dinghy Davit: manual
• Dinghy/Motor: Caribe w/10hp outboard
• Deck Washdown System: Raw Water
• Covers and Curtains: Bimini, Dodger, Winch, Mainsail, Helm, 
• Screens: Ports and Hatches - Several hatches replaced 

Safety Equipment

• EPIRB: ACR
• Life Ring
• Jack Lines
• Up to date Flares