Izabella review
Yacht · 35 ft (11 m) · Zanzibar
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Key specs
- Builder
- Saba
- Model
- Saba Sailing Yacht
- Length
- 35 ft (11 m)
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
Verdict
Izabella is a 2014 Fountaine Pajot Saba 50 catamaran with a strong balance of space, sailing credentials, and charter-friendly amenities. The listing data is inconsistent on length and guest count, but the verified model points to a well-regarded 50-foot cruising catamaran rather than a 35-foot yacht.
Pros
- +Spacious 4-cabin catamaran layout
- +Twin 55 HP diesel engines
- +Air conditioning and Wi‑Fi listed
- +Autopilot and GPS included
- +Stable platform for cruising and day charters
Cons
- −Listing data conflicts on length and capacity
- −Bathroom and berth details are inconsistent across sources
- −Not a high-performance sailing catamaran
- −Some specs are missing or unconfirmed
Izabella is best understood as a Fountaine Pajot Saba 50 rather than the shorter length shown in part of the listing data. The Saba 50 is a cruising catamaran design with a wide beam, four cabins, and an emphasis on liveaboard comfort rather than racer-style sailing.
On the water, the verified setup uses twin 55 HP diesel engines and is listed with a cruising speed around 9 knots and a higher top speed under power. That makes it suitable for relaxed coastal passages and charter use, with the catamaran hull providing good stability and predictable handling, but it is not a performance-oriented sailing yacht.
Comfort is a strong point: the confirmed 4-cabin arrangement, air conditioning, Wi‑Fi, autopilot, and GPS suit family or group charters. Public listings differ on bathrooms and berths, so those details should be checked directly before booking, but the overall platform remains attractive for guests who want space and easy living aboard.
In value terms, the boat compares well if the goal is a roomy, modern catamaran with practical charter amenities. The main caveat is data inconsistency in the public listings, so buyers or charter guests should verify the exact configuration, guest limit, and onboard facilities before relying on the advertised specs.
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