AIS, Alarm system, Anchor, Antifouling, Autopilot, Battery, Battery charger, Bilge pump, Bimini top, Bluetooth connectivity, CD player, Chartplotter, Cockpit table, Compass, Deck shower, Deck washdown system, Depth sounder, Fire extinguisher, Fire suppression system, Fridge, GPS, Gas detector, Gas stove, Grill, Heating, Hot water system, Life raft, MOB system, MP3 player, Navigation lights, Oven, Pressurized water system, Radar reflector, Radio, Shore power, Sink, Solar power system, Speedometer, Sprayhood, Stove, Swim ladder, TV, Teak cockpit, VHF radio, Wind gauge, iPod connection
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Bavaria 38 Holiday – Well-Maintained, Properly Set Up for Med Cruising
A cared-for and thoughtfully equipped example of the popular Bavaria 38 Holiday, designed by J&J Design for safe, comfortable and rewarding cruising.
Privately owned, never chartered, and held by only three careful owners (one a marine engineer), this yacht has been cruised from the UK to the Mediterranean and maintained to a consistently high standard. She is offered for sale only due to a change in cruising plans.
This is a boat that has been used properly, maintained proactively, and improved where it matters.
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Recent Maintenance & Key Upgrades • Volvo Penta MD2030 – approx. 3,100 hrs, serviced annually • Saildrive diaphragm replaced 2025 by Volvo agent → fully serviced, with 2-year warranty • Exhaust elbows & pipework replaced 2025 • Thru-hulls & seacocks upgraded to TruDesign (2022) • Coppercoat antifouling applied (2022) • Rig inspected 2025 – in good order • Sails in good condition, genoa UV strip renewed (2020) • 300W solar array – excellent autonomy at anchor • Autopilot & easy sail handling – well set up for short-handed sailing • Webasto cabin heating – comfortable cruising year-round
Major ownership jobs are done. No backlog. No unpleasant surprises.
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Included Equipment & Extras • Avon 4-person dinghy with Yamaha 4-stroke outboard • Malibu 2-person kayak – ideal for exploring or shopping runs • Red paddle board • Folding 6-speed bike – practical and easy to stow • Offshore safety equipment: lifejackets, liferaft, MOB gear, e-flare • Well-equipped galley, tools and spares
A rare case of a boat that’s genuinely ready to cruise, not just advertised as such.
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Accommodation • 3-cabin layout / up to 8 berths • 2 heads • Original upholstery, clean, fresh and well kept • Bright, practical interior with excellent storage for extended cruising
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Location & Berth • Lying: Italy • Marina berth paid until March 2026 – included in the sale
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Summary
The Bavaria 38 Holiday is known for its solid build, generous space and dependable sailing manners. This particular example stands out for its careful ownership, recent major maintenance, and thoughtful cruising setup.
An ideal yacht for Mediterranean cruising, liveaboard seasons, or a straightforward step-aboard-and-go purchase.
