Limax II sits at the very top of the Jeanneau Yachts range. As the flagship Jeanneau Yacht 65, she was conceived as a true custom bluewater cruising yacht. This 65 blends long-range offshore capability, short-handed ease of handling, and the volume and comfort only a yacht of this class can offer.
The long waterline and efficient hull deliver excellent performance both under sail and power. She is notably strong in light air, yet carries the displacement, form stability, and twin-rudder configuration that provide real security and control in heavy weather. Under power, practical passagemaking speeds sit comfortably in the high-8-knot range, with a maximum speed of approximately 10–10.5 knots when required for weather management or port timing. This is a yacht designed around efficiency, control, and endurance.
What truly sets Limax II apart is how she was specified and used. The owner set out to solve what is often missing in this model: genuine offshore sailing capability combined with true family liveaboard comfort. While many Jeanneau 65s remain lightly optioned and oriented toward dockside luxury or coastal cruising, Limax II was deliberately customized for real sailing, long passages, and short handed operation, without compromising the refinement expected of a flagship yacht.
Over six months of focused preparation, the yacht was upgraded with:
A proper offshore sail plan, including a full North Sails performance inventory (main, genoa, jib, and gennaker), inner forestay, running backstays, and dual boom-preventer systems
Energy independence and redundancy, combining a new high-capacity diesel generator, dual Remoran hydro-generators, expanded battery capacity, and upgraded charging systems
Serious offshore safety equipment, including dual Viking liferafts and comprehensive long-range safety and recovery systems
Family-friendly liveaboard comfort, with hardtop protection, full air-conditioning, quiet systems, and a layout well suited to extended cruising with children aboard
The resul is the nicest possible Jeanneau 65 - one that is fully prepared and immediately ready to sail away, and already where you want to sail this winter. Based on current market pricing and documented installations, the actual installed cost of these upgrades sits comfortably in the high six figures and realistically approaches seven figures USD, excluding the owner’s time, logistics, and the months of lost sailing typically required to complete this work. That investment has already been made—properly, coherently, and with the benefit of experience
Owner’s Version layout designed as a true long-range owner’s yacht, prioritizing privacy, separation of spaces, and liveability over charter density
• 3-cabin / 3-head owner configuration plus dedicated crew accommodation
• Layout optimized for extended cruising, passagemaking, and comfortable full-time living aboard
Aft Owner’s Suite (Full Beam)
• Full-beam aft owner’s suite offering maximum volume, privacy, and quiet underway
• Central island berth
• Extensive wardrobe and storage capacity
• Large hull windows providing abundant natural light
• Private en-suite head with separate shower stall
Forward Guest Cabins (2)
• Two spacious forward guest cabins
• Each cabin fitted with its own private en-suite head
• Proper storage, ventilation, and comfortable berths suitable for extended stays
• Ideal for family cruising or hosting guests long-term
Lateral Cabin – Starboard
• Starboard-side lateral cabin with air-conditioning
• Flexible-use space suitable as an occasional guest cabin, children’s cabin, office, or dedicated storage
• Particularly valuable for liveaboard and long-distance cruising
Day Head
• Dedicated day head located off the port-side passageway
• Allows guest use without entering private cabins
• Highly practical for daily life aboard and entertaining
Crew / Skipper’s Cabin
• Forward crew/skipper cabin accessed via sail locker
• Sleeping accommodation for two
• Excellent separation when operating with professional crew
• Also functions well as additional storage or passage-berth space
Interior Design & Atmosphere
• Interior by Winch Design in collaboration with Jeanneau Design
• White Oak joinery throughout
• Large hull and deck windows for a bright, open interior
• Indirect LED lighting and generous headroom
• Calm, modern atmosphere more akin to a waterfront apartment than a traditional sailing yacht
• Saloon, galley, and navigation areas arranged for safe movement underway and strong indoor–outdoor connection
Deck, Cockpit & Exterior
• Rigid hardtop with opening roof
• Sprayhood upgraded with enhanced side visibility
• Composite steering wheels
• Aft cockpit bench with sink and hot & cold water
• Cockpit refrigerator integrated in aft bench
• Forward sun deck mattress with cupholders and protective cover
• Aft sun mattress with protective cover
• Cockpit cushions
• Cockpit table cushions (starboard side)
• Protective covers for helm stations
• Protective covers for cockpit tables
• LED lighting along side decks
• Underwater blue LED lights (4)
• LED spreader lights (6)
• Electric fresh and saltwater washdown pump (anchor locker)
• Second windlass control at helm with chain counter
• Dinghy garage with hoisting system and door protection
Ground Tackle & Mooring
• Primary anchor: ULTRA 60 kg stainless steel (new)
• Secondary anchor: Fortress FX-85 (new)
• Dyneema anchor snubber lines (2)
• Mooring kit
• New mooring lines
Hull, Keel & Certification
• Vacuum-infused fiberglass hull and deck
• Solid laminate keel zone with anti-osmosis barrier coat
• Cast-iron shoal-draft L-shaped keel
• Twin rudders with self-aligning bearings
Safety & Offshore Equipment
• Viking 6-person liferafts with HRUs (2)
• EPIRBs (2)
• SART (Search and Rescue Transponder)
• AIS personal MOB beacons (7)
• Ocean Safety Jon Buoy MOB recovery module (MK6)
• Horseshoe buoys (2) with brackets
• Offshore-rated defibrillator
• Professional offshore first-aid kit
• Emergency food packs and grab bags to offshore standards
• Professional climbing harness
• Extensive offshore tools, spares, and equipment
• Bow thruster (tunnel type)
• Stern thruster (retractable)
- Report Listing Cancel Report
-
Save as PDF
- 72 Views