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Sailing yacht · 51 ft (16 m) · Marina di San Vincenzo
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Key specs
- Builder
- Jeanneau
- Model
- Sun Odyssey 519
- Length
- 51 ft (16 m)
- Guests
- 11
- Cabins
- 5
Verdict
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 is a well-balanced 51.7 ft cruiser that combines a roomy layout with solid sailing performance and easy handling. In 5-cabin charter form, it is especially strong for larger groups, though comfort and privacy depend on how heavily the boat is loaded.
Pros
- +Roomy 5-cabin, 3-head charter layout
- +80 hp engine and practical sail plan
- +Wide beam supports good interior volume
- +Modern cruising features like autopilot, GPS, air conditioning, and Wi‑Fi
Cons
- −Heavy charter configuration reduces privacy
- −Performance is solid but not sporty
- −Draft around 2.28 m can limit shallow-water access
- −Value depends on charter fit-out and condition
The Sun Odyssey 519 is a fractional-sloop cruising yacht with a hull length of 14.98 m and LOA of 15.75 m, placing it firmly in the large-family-cruiser category. Its 4.69 m beam and Jeanneau’s broad, modern hull form favor interior space and stability over outright performance.[1][2]
On the water, the 80 hp Yanmar and balanced rig give it dependable cruising capability rather than racing focus. Published specifications show a displacement of 13,900 kg and a standard draft of about 2.26–2.28 m, which should provide reassuring tracking and reasonable upwind ability, while still requiring some care in shallow anchorages.[1][2][8]
In this 2018 charter setup, the main strength is livability: 5 guest cabins, 3 bathrooms, and listed amenities such as air conditioning and Wi‑Fi make it well suited to groups. The tradeoff is that a boat configured for 11 guests is less private than a private-owner version, and cabin space will feel more compact when fully occupied.[4][5][9]
From a value perspective, the 519 remains attractive because it offers a large, proven cruising platform with practical systems and a layout that works well for charter use. It is best judged as a spacious, dependable cruiser rather than a premium-performance yacht.[2][3][13]
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