2011 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i

A beautifully maintained, performance-oriented cruising yacht designed by Philippe Briand and built by Jeanneau in France. “IKIGAI” is a 2011 Sun Odyssey 44i that combines speed, comfort, and intelligent design, making her the perfect choice for long-distance cruising, family adventures, or liveaboard sailing.

Vessel Highlights

Length: 44 ft (13.4 m)

Beam: 4.37 m

Draft: 2.05 m

Displacement: 9,635 kg

Hull & Deck: GRP construction with textured non-skid for safety and durability

Designer: Philippe Briand

Builder: Jeanneau, France

Engine & Mechanical

Engine: Yanmar 4JH5-CE, 54hp, Saildrive

Engine Hours: 900

Propeller: Flexofold 3-blade folding

Bow Thruster: Max Power

Steering: Twin stainless wheels, linear-driven Raymarine 4000 autopilot with backup and emergency steering

Engine Room: Immaculate condition, sound/heat insulated with full access

Accommodation

Layout: 3-cabin, 3-head version – ideal for families or guests

Owner’s Suite: Forward stateroom with private ensuite, island vee-berth, large wardrobes, and a dedicated shower

Aft Cabins: Two spacious quarter berths with queen beds, each with private ensuite head and shower

Saloon: Light-filled, offset dinette seating for 8, convertible for additional berths (+2)

Galley: Inline galley with massive bench space, 2-burner stove/oven/grill, 225L chest fridge, freezer, dual sinks, and seawater pump for long passages

Freshwater Capacity: 640L

Toilets: 2 manual + 1 electric, each with 80L holding tank

Showers: 3 internal + transom swim platform shower

Electronics & Electrical

Navigation:

B&G Vulcan 9 plotter (new 2024) at helm

Raymarine C90 backup plotter

B&G 24m radar

3 Raymarine ST70 multifunction displays

AIS transponder, ICOM DSC VHF + cockpit speaker

Power:

2022 Lithium house battery bank

5x 75ah AGMs, 3x 100ah LiFePO4, dedicated engine and bow thruster batteries

800W solar charging

Victron Bluetooth controllers & shunts

3500W pure sine inverter

240V shore power

Entertainment: Fusion Bluetooth sound system with upgraded cockpit speakers

Rigging & Sails

Rigging: All new in 2021, including VHF & AIS wiring

Mast/Rig: Aluminium mast & boom, 2 swept-back spreaders, Dyneema running rigging (2021)

Backstay: Harken hydraulic

Sail Inventory:

2021 mainsail & headsail (excellent condition)

Full batten, triple-reef mains

135% genoa on roller furler

Spare 2014 sails in good condition

Dyneema mainsheet replaced

Deck & Safety

Winches: 5x Harken self-tailing (1 electric for main halyard)

Anchor/Windlass: Mantus M1 65lb primary with 60m 10mm chain + heavy warp, spare 50lb Delta

Covers: New bimini & spray dodger, custom cockpit cushions (2024)

Safety Gear: 8-man liferaft (in service), EPIRB, MOB sling, Iridium GO sat phone, flare kit, AIS transmitter

Dinghy: 2023 Mercury 3.5hp 4-stroke with transom crane

Performance

“IKIGAI” is a remarkably quick cruiser, easily reaching 8 knots in just 10–12 knots of wind. Her wide beam, efficient hull shape, and folding bronze propeller ensure a smooth, quiet, and stable ride.

Recent Upgrades

New antifoul & hull clean (Jan 2024)

New B&G Vulcan 9 GPS plotter (2024)

New saloon cushions (2023)

New dinghy & outboard (2023)

Lithium battery system (2024)

All new standing rigging (2024)

Summary

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i with outstanding performance, modern cruising comforts, and meticulous maintenance. With her upgraded rigging, electronics, and power systems, she is ready for bluewater adventures or coastal cruising in style and safety.