Discover the Majesty of the Seas: S/V Aurelia, a Premier Adventure Vessel for Sale

Introducing the S/V Aurelia, an extraordinary 80-foot custom welded steel schooner crafted by the renowned Robert Harris and meticulously built in Oxnard, California in 1996. This vessel has graced the tranquil and awe-inspiring waters of Prince William Sound, Alaska, since 2016, operating as a highly successful “Mothership” kayak charter service. Based in the picturesque town of Valdez, Aurelia offers a unique open stern configuration for safe and seamless kayak deployment, enhancing the exploration experiences of all on board.

Detailed Equipment List:

Propulsion and Power:

1. Twin John Deere 4039DFM-01 diesel engines, 80 hp each
2. Borg Warner Velvet Drive Reverse Gears
3. 1 ½” stainless steel shafts (port new in 2018)
4. Two new 170W SunPower solar panels with Victron charge controller (2022)

Safety Equipment:

1. Two Viking 6-person SOLAS Coastal valise-type liferafts
2. 15 adult type I jackets, 8 Adult Survival Suits
3. EPIRB, 6 portable fire extinguishers, 1 fixed automatic Seafire system in engine room
4. 1 CO detector and smoke detectors in each cabin

Anchor Gear:

1. Anchors: 80 KG Bruce, 50 kg Bruce
2. Windlass: Kolstrand enclosed aluminum hydraulic drum
3. Anchor Rode: 50’ half-inch galvanized chain, 50’ 1 inch Samson Braid, 250’ ¾ inch dyneema (2022)

Galley and Accommodations:

1. Galley: 3 burner Princess Range, Xintex controls with cutoff sensors, Isotherm 12-volt refrigerator (2014)
2. Heat: Webasto 2010 hydronic heating system with fan units in each cabin, hot water heater and pilot house defroster (2014)
3. Heads: Two Raritan macerator type electric marine toilets, 1 shower with sump

Auxiliary Systems:

1. Generator: Northern Lights 6kW (2014), 600 hours
2. Inverter: Magnasine MS 2812 (2014)
3. Bow Thruster: Wesmar 25 hp 48 Volt electric (2014)