1997 Bavaria 38 Holiday, Réservé

Bavaria 38 Holiday – ‘Sea Light’
Price: UNDER OFFER
Now lying: Aktio Boat Yard, Preveza, Greece

Offered for sale is Sea Light, a well-equipped and thoughtfully upgraded Bavaria 38 Holiday built in 1997—an ideal cruising yacht renowned for its solid German build, generous interior volume, and dependable sailing performance. Presented with VAT paid and an extensive inventory, Sea Light represents excellent value for private cruising or liveaboard adventures.

Dimensions/Particulars

• 3 Cabins & 2 Heads
• Length Overall: 11.98 m
• Beam: 3.82 m
• Draft: 1.85 m
• Year Built: 1997
• Engine: Volvo Penta MD2030 diesel
• Water Capacity: 150 Litre
• Fuel Capacity: 150 Litre
• Holding Tank Capacity: 75 Litre

Accommodation & Interior

Sea Light offers a comfortable three-cabin layout, ideal for family cruising or hosting guests. Each cabin is fitted with 12V charging points, USB sockets, and cooling fans, ensuring comfort at anchor or underway. The saloon is welcoming and practical, with ample seating, storage, and a well-equipped galley.

Galley & Domestic Equipment

• Full set of crockery, cutlery, pots and pans
• Smev oven with two-burner hob
• 240V and gas kettle
• 12V vacuum cleaner
• Calorifier with 240V shore power and engine heating (New 2024)

Mechanical & Electrical

Powered by the reliable Volvo Penta MD2030, Sea Light benefits from careful ownership and an excellent selection of engine spares, including a new starter motor, new fuel pump, and additional service parts.

• 2 x 135Ah domestic batteries (New Sept 2025)
• Starter battery (New 2024)
• Victron Energy battery monitor
• Sterling power inverter
• 2 x 150W solar panels (New 2025)
• 2 plastic water tanks (150 L total)
• Holding tank (75 L) with profile tank gauge
• Electric and manual bilge pumps
• All below water skin fittings and seacocks replaced 2021

Navigation & Electronics

• Raymarine Autohelm
• Tridata (depth & log)
• Clipper wireless wind instrument (New 2024)
• Simrad RD68 VHF radio
• Handheld VHF
• Plastimo compass
• USB charging points with battery voltage indicator
• Remote windlass control at the binnacle

Deck, Cockpit & Inventory

Designed for relaxed Mediterranean cruising, Sea Light features a bimini, cockpit cushions, boom tent, and additional sun-shading for maximum comfort.

• 2 anchors with multiple lines
• Fibreglass moulded passerelle
• COBB BBQ
• 2 gas cylinders
• 10 L diesel & 5 L petrol containers
• Life vests x 3

Additional equipment

• Mercury inflatable tender (age unknown)
• Suzuki 2.5 HP outboard
• Paddle board with kayak seat
• Extensive onboard tool kit including Bosch cordless drill, multi-tool, socket set, spanners, and more
• Sailing and cruising reference books

Summary

Sea Light is a well-maintained, comprehensively equipped Bavaria 38 Holiday with recent upgrades, strong energy independence, and a cruising inventory rarely found at this price point. Ready to sail and attractively priced, she is an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a capable, comfortable yacht in the Ionian