The 52.4-metre schooner Dona Francisca has received a price reduction of $2,800,000 to her sales listing with Jochen Brill of Northrop & Johnson. She is dubbed as "one of the largest carbon fibre sailing yachts ever built".
Delivered in 2014 from Astilleros Buquebus in Uruguay, the classically styled yacht was penned by Javier Soto Acebal for an experienced owner with a passion for sailing. She was designed to be a vessel capable of comfortable, long-distance cruising while also offering modern efficiency.
A major refit completed in 2024 brought her fully up to date, with works including "aesthetic carpentry, rigging, a paint job and comprehensive maintenance".
Dona Francisca is designed to be sailed with a crew of only five – thanks to hydraulically-operated sail-handling systems – and accommodates an owner's party of eight in four cabins comprising a full-beam owner's cabin plus three twin-berthed guest cabins.
According to her brokers, the interior on board is warm and sophisticated, adorned with mahogany panelling and traditional features such as deck prisms for natural light. The main saloon (which spans the yacht's full beam) is a prime example, with its relaxed lounge area and formal dining area for eight also illuminated by old classical lamps. Entertainment is provided by multiple TVs and a SONY music system.
Under sail, the 206GT, RINA classed sailing yacht for sale reaches up to 17 knots, while under power cruises steadily at 10 knots. Her range and handling have been well proven, including a 6,700-nautical-mile passage from South America to the Mediterranean, while her enhanced manoeuvrability is achieved through a large rudder and two Maxpower R600 thrusters, according to the broker.
A low draught of 3.5 metres offers access to shallow anchorages. Her beam is 8.6 metres.
Dona Francisca is now asking $14,900,000, currently lying in Valencia, Spain.