The Bavaria 44 represents the sweet spot of the J&J Design era, a period celebrated for producing hulls with a perfect balance of volume and performance. Originally launched as a flagship for the private cruiser market, the 44 is distinguished by its powerful sail plan and a 6.4' lead keel that provides exceptional stability in a blow. Unlike many modern lightweight cruisers, the 2003 model carries a reassuring heft, allowing it to slice through a chop rather than bouncing over it. It’s a blue-water capable hull dressed as a comfortable Caribbean cruiser.
Step below deck, and the Bavaria 44 reveals why it remains a favorite for families and charterers alike. The interior is defined by rich mahogany joinery in excellent condition and a layout that utilizes every inch of its 45'8" length. With a spacious three-cabin configuration, large U-shapped settee and a generous galley to port, it offers a level of livability that rivals much larger yachts.
'PA YA' has never been chartered and remains an excellent example of this model thanks to the owner's meticulous upkeep and maintenance since his purchase in 2019.
Highlights & Upgrades
- New FLEXITEEK cockpit (New 2026)
- Bottom Job (2026)
- Standing rigging (New 2021)
- Raymarine instruments (wind, depth, speed, and autopilot) installed in (New 2021)
- Bimini top, awnings, backdrop, main and genoa covers, and cockpit cushions (New 2021)
- Volvo Penta D2-55 New in 2015 (950 hrs)
- Northern Lights 6K generator
- (2) A/C units (1 New in 2025)
PA YA is available for viewing in Fajardo, Puerto Rico. She is ready to provision and set off on adventure. Contact us today for more info, many more current photos or to schedule a viewing.
Accommodation
PAYA is easily boarded from a dinghy or dock via the walkthrough transom and removable cockpit bench seat. From here, you’ll find twin helm stations and, just forward, the spacious cockpit with a folding-leaf table, creating the perfect setting for sunset cocktails or dinner at anchor.
Stepping below through the companionway, the rich mahogany interior and generous salon immediately stand out. The gently sloped companionway stairs provide comfortable and secure access below deck.
PAYA features a desirable three-cabin owner’s layout. Two mirror-image double cabins are located aft, each offering deep hull-side shelving and split lockers with hanging storage. Opening hatches from the cockpit provide excellent natural ventilation throughout.
Moving forward, the wet head is located to port and includes a manual Jabsco head, vanity, and shower. Adjacent is the forward-facing navigation station, while the large U-shaped settee and additional bench seating surround the salon dining table with comfortable seating for 8+. Abundant storage is found throughout the salon, both along the hull sides and beneath the settees.
The galley is arranged in a linear layout along the port side, just forward of the head. Its expansive work surface runs the full length of the galley and includes a large top-opening refrigerator, double stainless-steel sinks, and a gimbaled stove with an integrated cover to maximize countertop space when not in use.
The spacious forward master cabin features an island berth with excellent ventilation and abundant storage throughout. Beautiful mahogany cabinetry lines both hull sides, complemented by a split hanging locker to port and a private ensuite head to starboard.
Interior Comforts and Amenities
- Three-cabin owner’s layout
- (2) 16k BTU air conditioning units (1 new in 2025)
- (2) Flat screen TVs (forward cabin and salon)
- Twin stainless steel sinks with hot and cold water
- Vitrifrigo top-opening 12V refrigerator
- Vevor portable fridge/freezer, 58qt, 12V/110V/220V
- Force 10 gimbaled two-burner stove with oven
- Trident LPG solenoid
- Hot and cold pressurized fresh water system
- Engine and 110V water heater
- Large U-shaped settee with centerline bench seat
- Salon table
- Opening overhead deck hatches with shades
- Windows and opening portlights with curtains
- Sony Marine stereo system
- Salon speakers
- JL Audio marine cockpit speakers
- (2) Manual Jabsco heads
Deck and Hull Equipment
The deck layout is well organized, with the genoa tracks and shrouds positioned at the edge of the coachroof, allowing easy access to the foredeck outboard of the shrouds. The spacious cockpit features twin helms, new FlexiTeek, and strategically placed sail controls for easy handling from the cockpit. A removable transom bench section creates walkthrough access to the sugar scoop for convenient dinghy boarding and water access.
- Bottom job completed (2026)
- Twin helms
- Spade rudder
- New FlexiTeek cockpit seats and sole (2026)
- Gray cockpit cushions (2021)
- Large gray bimini with backdrop (2021)
- Gray mainsail stack pack (2021)
- Gray jib UV strip (2021)
- Lofrans Tigress 1200W 12V windlass with remote
- Delta primary anchor with 150’ of 3/8 chain
- Fortress secondary anchor with approximately 20’ stainless chain and 150’ of 5/8 rode
- Stainless steel forestay plate with anchor roller
- Anchor washdown
- Large bow locker
- (6) Aluminum cleats
- Outboard storage mounting bracket
- Cockpit table with storage, grab rails, and folding leaves
- (2) 6” JL Audio marine cockpit speakers
- Propane bottle storage in cockpit
- (2) Large cockpit lockers beneath bench seating
- Cockpit shower
- Folding stainless steel swim ladder recessed into sugar scoop
- Removable aft section creating walkthrough transom
- (2) Vented propane storage lockers in cockpit
- Grill with cover
Sails and Rigging
The Bavaria 44 features an efficient and easy-to-manage sail plan with slab reefing on the mainsail and a furling genoa. All control lines are led aft to the cockpit, making single-handed or short-handed sailing straightforward and stress-free. With a 37.5’ waterline and 14’ beam, she delivers a fast, stable, and exceptionally comfortable ride in a wide range of Caribbean conditions.
Sails
- Doyle mainsail, good condition (2015)
- Doyle headsail, great condition (2015)
Rigging Equipment
- Fractional sloop rig
- Standing rigging (new 2021)
- Backstay adjuster
- Selden Rodkicker vang
- Selden luff track car system
- Whisker pole
- Selden mainsail reefing system
- Selden Furlex headsail furling system
- (4) Harken #40 two-speed self-tailing winches
- (2) Harken #48 two-speed self-tailing winches
- (10) Coachroof line clutches
- RYOBI 18V ONE+ 1/2" mud mixer with (2) 18V batteries and charger, used as a portable electric winch
Mechanical Equipment
- Engine: 2015 Volvo Penta D2-55F (970 hrs as of 5/2026)
- Engine serial number: 869647 5103915450Y
- Transmission: ZF 63IV
- MaxProp three-blade feathering propeller
- Northern Lights M573L 6kW generator (4411 hrs as of 5/2026)
Safety Equipment
- Various PFDs in good condition
- Type IV throwable flotation device
- Air horn
- Orion distress signal kit
- (3) Portable Type BC fire extinguishers
- Carbon monoxide alarm
- Automatic bilge pump
- Manual bilge pump
Engine Info
- Engine: 2015 Volvo Penta D2-55F
- Hours: 970 (5/2026)
- Serial number: 869647 5103915450Y
- Transmission: ZF 63IV
- Propeller: MaxProp three-blade feathering propeller
Dinghy Info
- 10’ Caribe dinghy with covers
- 8HP Yamaha outboard
- HIN: TBD
- Serial: TBD
Tankage
- Fuel: 55 gallons
- Water: 95 gallons
- Holding: 40 gallons
Owners Comments and Boat History
I was lucky enough to become the fourth owner of this boat while she was still in great condition. What made me feel even better about buying her was that I knew, either firsthand or secondhand, the previous owners who had taken really good care of her and invested in major improvements, as well as many of the people who had worked on her over the years.
The first owner did a great job ordering her with a performance Selden mast and boom, along with batten cars. A few years later, the second owner replaced both the sails and the motor with a new saildrive in 2015. The third owner, during the pandemic, replaced all the standing rigging, all the canvas, cushions, and electronics.
The boat already looked great, but then we took her out for a sail and suddenly we were flying! For the last 4 plus years we have been taking care of her and sailing regularly between Puerto Rico and The Virgins. She is a well-built, fast, and comfortable boat that is ready for a new owner to care for her the way she is used to and take her on many new adventures. DO IT!!
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