2006 Grand Banks 52 Europa

Grand Banks 52 Europa 'Mathilde' - Proven Coastal Cruiser Ready for Your Next Adventure

'Mathilde' is a beautifully presented Grand Banks 52 Europa that blends timeless elegance with dependable performance. A two-owner vessel with a comprehensive service history, she has comfortably cruised the east coast between Sydney and Hamilton Island and is poised for her next chapter. If you're seeking pedigree, safety, and comfort in a true passage maker, this is the platform.

'Mathilde' sets herself apart through the following features:
o Turnkey & Cruise Ready: Step aboard and go - systems, amenities, and reliability aligned for extended coastal passages.
o Grand Banks Pedigree: Renowned build quality, superb seakeeping, and practical design for safe, comfortable family cruising.
o Three Cabin Layout: Midships master with ensuite, forward VIP with convertible V berth, guest double to starboard, plus a separate day head with shower.
o Entertaining & Liveability: Warm saloon with L-shaped lounge and hi/lo TV, well-appointed U galley, generous dinette, and an inviting teak laid cockpit perfect for alfresco dining.
o Flybridge Lifestyle: Commanding centreline helm, L-shaped settee with adjustable table, shade bimini, and a large boat deck with tender, ideal for sunrise coffees and sunset gatherings.
o Dependable Machinery: Twin Cummins QSC 8.3 engines, Onan 17.5 kw generator, Naiad hydraulic fin stabilisers, and a Village Marine water maker deliver confidence and range.

Moving through the vessel's layout and features, you'll find:
o Cockpit & Decks: Teak laid swim platform with ladder; shaded cockpit under extended bimini and clears; timber framed wing doors for comfortable passage in breezy conditions; wide side decks with stainless handrails for safe movement; bow sunpad for relaxation.
o Saloon & Helm: Gloss timber sliding doors open to a bright saloon with a L-shaped lounge and expandable table; carpeted saloon/helm; lower centreline helm with near 360° sightlines, pilothouse doors port/starboard for easy deck access and ventilation; guest bench seat adjacent to keep the captain company underway.
o Galley & Dinette: Practical U-shaped galley with Coolmatic refrigeration, Miele cooktop, Electrolux microwave, and Fisher & Paykel DishDrawer; opposite dinette seats four comfortably for meals and planning.
o Flybridge: Teak laid, shade bimini, Stidd helm seat, Raymarine navigation suite, L settee with adjustable table; aft boat deck carries a Sirocco side console RIB with 30hp Suzuki launched via Davco davit; aft seating to enjoy the breeze.
o Lazarette & Utility: Spacious storage with Engel fridge/freezer plus Electrolux washer and separate Electrolux dryer - long range practicality without compromise.

A closer look at her equipment and systems shows how comprehensively she's set up:
o Navigation & Comms: Raymarine electronics suite; GPS & AIS; Starlink satellite internet; onboard 5G Wi Fi; battery and shore power monitoring systems.
o Comfort & Convenience: Smart TVs in saloon and master; carpeted saloon/helm; updated soft furnishings; water filtration system.
o Anchoring & Safety: Ultra 45kg stainless steel anchor with premium grade chain; Lofrans Falkon windlass; life raft.
o Engine Room & Monitoring: Twin Cummins QSC 8.3s, Onan 17.5 kw generator, Village Marine water maker; engine room camera monitoring for peace of mind.
o Tender & BBQ: Sirocco 3.6m (approx. ) side console RIB with 30hp Suzuki; Davco davit; Southern Stainless gas BBQ.

Regarding ownership and care, 'Mathilde' has been maintained to a very high standard by experienced owners, with thoughtful system upgrades and consistent attention to preventative maintenance. She presents as a reliable, comfortable, and thoroughly sorted coastal cruiser.

You are invited to book a private inspection to view this vessel. If you are unable to travel to inspect this vessel, we would be pleased to offer you a personal guided video tour via telephone with one of our yacht consultants.

Lying: Southport, Queensland, Australia.