The 52.5-metre Vitters sloop Anne is newly listed for sale with Hoek Brokerage.
Delivered in the Netherlands in 2009 by sailing yacht specialist yard Vitters, the aluminium yacht was designed by Hoek Design Naval Architects with interior finished by RWD – then known as Redman Whiteley Dixon.
Formerly named Erica XII, the sloop was "crafted as the culmination of eleven previous custom sailing yacht projects". The hull was constructed in the Netherlands by Gouwerok, using Sealium to "enhance stability and performance".
Southern Spars created the carbon-fibre rig that includes in-boom furling. New North 3Di headsails and push-button sailing with Rondal captive winches and Reckman headsail furling make for top performance with minimal crew. She was inspired by the success of the 54.6-metre Adele, also built by Vitters.
A private owner's aft deckhouse directly connected to the owner's cabin provides her owners with privacy for long-term cruising. De Ruyter Quality Interiors finished the Cuban mahogany woodwork throughout the interior.
With four further guest cabins, Anne sleeps an owner's party of 10. There are quarters for a crew of up to seven in four cabins.
There are twin helm stations aft of the protected guest cockpit and guests can enjoy further seating aft around a pair of tables. The classic look belies top sailing performance, as expected from Hoek and Vitters, the 4.6-metre keel helping the 279GT vessel move effortlessly under sail.
The ABS-classed yacht for sale recently underwent her 15-year survey. Upgrades include new teak decks and refurbished varnish. A single 1,200hp Caterpillar diesel engine provides power when required.
Anne is asking €23,000,000.