2005 Hylas 54

FREESTYLE’s interior reflects the qualities that made the Hylas 54 such a benchmark cruising yacht: superb Queen Long joinery, a practical offshore layout, excellent ventilation, deep storage, and a warm teak interior that feels substantial without being overly dark. The refinished bamboo cabin sole and updated upholstery give the yacht a fresh, cared-for presentation.The arrangement is the preferred three-cabin, two-head layout. The main saloon is spacious and bright, with a large dining table to port and a long starboard settee that functions well as a passage berth. The dedicated forward-facing navigation station is aft of the saloon, positioned as a true offshore command center and liveaboard office. The pass-through from the nav station to the aft owner’s stateroom is a valuable Hylas feature because it allows access aft without interrupting the galley.Forward, the VIP stateroom provides a generous island berth, cedar-lined hanging locker, storage cabinetry, and ensuite access to the forward head with separate shower. The port guest cabin has over-under berths that can accommodate additional family, guests, or crew, while also providing practical storage for tools and spares. Aft, the owner’s stateroom is private and comfortable, with an oversized centerline queen berth, cedar-lined lockers, ensuite head, walk-in shower, air conditioning, fans, hatches, and opening ports.Interior Styling and Additional Features:Refinished bamboo and teak cabin sole - 2024Updated interior upholstery - 2022Queen Long teak joinery throughoutThree-cabin, two-head layout with aft owner’s stateroomDedicated forward-facing navigation stationPass-through access from navigation station to aft cabinExcellent natural ventilation from numerous opening hatches and portsThree-zone reverse-cycle air conditioning and heatingFactory central vacuum systemLarge engine-room and systems access for serviceabilityMAIN SALOONFREESTYLE’s main saloon is bright, practical, and comfortable underway or at anchor. The large dining area to port seats six to eight, while the long starboard settee works equally well as an evening lounge or offshore sea berth. The saloon benefits from generous headroom, overhead hatches, teak handrails, deep storage, and the quality joinery expected from Hylas.Refinished bamboo and teak flooring - 2024Updated upholstery - 2022Upgraded Caframo fansDedicated navigation station with swing-out chairApproximately 6 ft 5 in to 6 ft 11 in headroomHideaway remote televisionTwo large overhead hatchesThree reading lightsTeak overhead grab railsHigh-gloss teak dinette tableTwo teak folding stools that double as cocktail tables when cushions are removedSeven-foot starboard settee with pull-out passage berth, lee cloths, and padeyesFour large outboard storage lockers plus additional storage below seatingMASTER STATEROOMThe aft owner’s stateroom is a true center-cockpit owner’s cabin, private from the guest accommodations and arranged for extended cruising comfort. The centerline oversized queen berth, cedar-lined lockers, seating area, air conditioning, opening hatches, portlights, and ensuite head with walk-in shower create a proper liveaboard owner’s suite.Centerline oversized queen berthEnsuite head with walk-in showerPort and starboard cedar-lined hanging lockersStorage below berth and additional outboard storageTwo upgraded Caframo fansBuilt-in bookshelvesPort and starboard night tablesUpdated upholstery in seating areaLarge center overhead hatchFour opening portlightsApproximately 6 ft 5 in headroomMaster HeadThe master head is ensuite to the aft owner’s stateroom and has been upgraded for comfort, including a newer freshwater electric toilet and a separate walk-in shower.New Raritan electric freshwater head - 2024Walk-in shower with fold-down teak seatAdjustable shower headAutomatic/manual shower sump pumpThree large vanity mirrors with storage behindRefinished teak floor gratingOverhead hatch and opening portlightsVanity sink with hot and cold waterVIP STATEROOMThe forward VIP stateroom is generous and comfortable, with an island berth, good natural light, ventilation, and storage. It is large enough to make guests feel genuinely accommodated rather than placed forward as an afterthought.Island berth arrangementEnsuite access to forward headTwo upgraded Caframo fansTwo reading lightsHanging lockerLarge overhead hatch with screenAdditional cabinets and drawersPort and starboard night tables with storageVIP HeadThe forward head serves the VIP and guest accommodations and includes a separate shower, dual access, and a Raritan electric freshwater toilet.Three vanity mirrors with storage behindRaritan electric freshwater head - 2024Opening portlightOverhead hatchDorade ventAutomatic/manual shower sumpSeparate shower with fold-down teak seatSink with hot and cold waterDual entrance arrangementGUEST CABIN (PORT)The port guest cabin is arranged with over-under berths and is ideal for additional guests, children, crew, or passage use. It also provides valuable storage for tools, spares, and cruising gear when fewer guests are aboard.Over-under berths that can accommodate up to three adultsPersonal reading lightsOverhead hatch with screenTwo opening portlightsCedar-lined lockerStorage below lower berth

The Hylas 54’s long linear galley is one of the model’s strongest offshore features. It provides safe bracing, generous counter space, deep refrigeration, and a logical cooking layout for use underway or at anchor.Large linear galleyDouble top- and front-loading refrigerator arrangementTop- and front-loading freezerForce 10 three-burner stove and ovenLPG control and fume detectorFreshwater foot pumpCenterline double stainless-steel sink with new pull-out faucetFour opening portlightsBuilt-in overhead GE microwave ovenSlide-out work surface over stoveTwo 20 lb propane tanks

NAVIGATION STATIONThe forward-facing navigation station is set up for real offshore use, with electrical panels, communications equipment, charting displays, systems controls, and the space to function as a passagemaking station or liveaboard office.Forward-facing port-side navigation stationComplete electrical panels for 12 V and AC systemsLarge navigation desk with internal storageCustom 17 in Xerox display in cockpitChartplotter/radar displayRaymarine three-gauge display at companionwayNew 12 in Garmin 8612-GN chartplotter and NavPod at helm - 2026ICOM M502 VHF radioICOM M710 SSB radio with HAM radio frenquenciesVesper Marine AIS transponder and receiverFuruno radar controlClarion stereoAten video controlRemote Apple keyboardFireboy engine-room fire suppression systemXantrex sine-wave 1800 W inverter/charger controlSimrad AP25 autopilotELECTRONIC SYSTEMSFREESTYLE’s navigation electronics have been updated with key 2026 Raymarine and helm equipment, while retaining an extensive legacy electronics package for redundancy and systems monitoring.New 12 in Garmn 8612 chartplotter and NavPod at helm - 2026New Raymarine apparent wind, depth, knotmeter, wind speed, and AIS instrumentation - 2026Raymarine displays at cockpit and navigation stationThree Raymarine displays above companionwayICOM VHF and remote ICOM VHFTwo handheld VHF radiosVesper Marine AIS transponder and receiverFuruno radar controlVictron displayXantrex voltage displaySSB radio, with HAM radio frequenciesHELM STATIONCenter-cockpit helm stationNew 12 in Garmin 8612-GN chartplotter and NavPod at helm - 2026Side-Power bow thruster controlRaymarine autopilot controlThrottle controlManual bilge pump accessRitchie pedestal compassStainless handholdLeather-bound destroyer-style wheel

The Hylas 54 was designed by German Frers and built by Queen Long with the offshore construction details that made the model a respected world cruiser. The hull uses fiberglass/Twaron aramid reinforcement, a strong monohull form, and a balanced hull shape that provides a rewarding combination of seakindliness, speed, and comfort.German Frers-designed Hylas 54 hullQueen Long construction for Hylas YachtsFiberglass/Twaron aramid-reinforced hull constructionClassic white gelcoat finishBlue cove and boot stripesTeak and stainless boarding ladder usable on port or starboard sideFour integrated hull port windowsAlloy maintenance-free toe railStainless bow protectionStainless stern protectionElevated stainless and teak rub railDECKFREESTYLE’s deck layout reflects the Hylas 54’s offshore purpose: secure movement, strong hardware, excellent ventilation, a walk-down transom, protected cockpit, and practical deck access for anchoring, sail handling, and boarding.Multiple Manship opening hatches with built-in screensMultiple opening portlightsNon-skid deckingExtended pushpit rail to centerline gatesFold-down stainless and teak pushpit seatsMultiple doradesWalk-down transom with teak deckingCOCKPITNew cockpit cushions - 2026New dodger - 2026New bimini - 2026New dodger side extensions - 2026Teak cockpit flooringNew 12 in Garmin 8612 chartplotter and NavPod at helm - 2026Custom 17 in chartplotter and radar display at companionwayStainless destroyer-style wheelFold-away cockpit table with Sunbrella coverMAST AND RIGGINGNew standing rigging - 2026In-boom furling systemBoom vangRecent running riggingMast boot coverTriple-spreader Selden rigHydraulic headsail furling systemManual Selden staysail furling systemRunning backstaysSAILS AND WINCHES130% spectra genoa - 2023 Radial cut 110% working jib - 2023Doyle laminate radial cut asymmetrical spinnaker with sock - 2023 (never used)Inner forestay for Neil Pryde storm jibAB storm jib that wraps around the furled headstayStorm trysailMainsail – 2017Spare set of sails : Mainsail, 110% older working jib.Antal powered primary winchesAntal powered mainsheet winchAntal manual secondary winchesDual Antal winches at mast

ENGINE AND MECHANICALThe mechanical package centers on a 125 HP Yanmar diesel with direct shaft drive and a newer Fischer Panda 8 kW generator. Recent underwater and drivetrain service in 2026 addresses several of the most important ownership items on a bluewater cruising yacht.Yanmar 4JH3-DTE 125 HP diesel engine - 3,825 hoursZF gearboxDirect shaft driveMamba rod steeringFischer Panda 8 kW generator - new 2024, 445 hoursFlexofold bronze folding propellerRebuilt and serviced Flexofold propeller - 2026New shaft seal - 2026New cutlass bearing - 2026New bottom paint - 2026PLUMBING AND TANKAGEFREESTYLE carries proper cruising tankage, stainless fuel and water tanks, a watermaker, upgraded heads, and a recent hot water heater, supporting extended time away from the dock.Fuel capacity: 220 gal in stainless-steel tanksFresh water capacity: 210 gal in stainless-steel tanksHolding tank (2) 35gal fiberglass construction tanksWatermaker RO model 20-22 GPH operates on 110VNew Raritan electric freshwater heads - 2024New hot water tank - 2024Two 20 lb propane tanksFreshwater foot pump in galleyELECTRICAL SYSTEMNew AGM battery bank - 2024Xantrex sine-wave 1800 W inverter/charger12 V and AC electrical panels at navigation stationShore-power system 50 amp cord (110/220V)Fischer Panda 8 kW generator - new 2024, 445 hoursUpdated interior fans throughout - 2024AUDIO/VISUAL AND ENTERTAINMENT EQUIPMENTHideaway remote television in saloon on port sideClarion stereo systemAten video controlRemote Apple keyboardSAFETY EQUIPMENTStandard USCG-required safety equipmentFireboy engine-room fire suppression systemGivens (6) person life raft – very good condition (service needed)Lee cloths and padeyes for starboard passage berthManual bilge pump access from cockpit and galley

BROKER’S COMMENTSFREESTYLE is a strong example of why the Hylas 54 remains one of the most respected owner-operated bluewater cruisers in the 50-55 ft range. She combines German Frers design, Queen Long build quality, a real offshore cockpit, excellent tankage, a practical three-cabin layout, and recent investment in the systems that matter most.The standout story is the 2023-2026 upgrade profile. New standing rigging, 2023 sails, 2026 helm electronics and Raymarine instrumentation, new canvas, new cockpit cushions, recent bottom and drivetrain service, a newer generator, upgraded freshwater electric heads, AGM battery bank, hot water heater, refinished cabin sole, and updated upholstery make FREESTYLE a compelling choice for a buyer who wants to cruise rather than begin with a major refit list.One-owner Hylas 54 with major recent upgradesExcellent candidate for New England, Caribbean, Bahamas, offshore, and liveaboard cruisingRecent rigging, electronics, sails, canvas, generator, heads, batteries, bottom, and interior updatesProven German Frers / Hylas / Queen Long bluewater platformREVIEWSHylas Yachts and Hylas model literature describe the German Frers-designed Hylas 54 as a serious bluewater cruiser combining performance, comfort, and offshore strength in a semi-custom Queen Long-built package.

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