This exceptional 2021 Catalina 445, named "Here & Now," is truly turn-key and ready for extended cruising. It is professionally outfitted with no expense spared (Extensive factory and aftermarket upgrades amounting to well over $150,000) by its highly experienced original owner, a seasoned yachtsman who has owned three Catalina sailboats. Ordered new and thoughtfully customized directly from the factory, this yacht reflects a deep understanding of cruising systems, comfort underway, and long-term reliability. This yacht has cruised extensively throughout the Bahamas, Southeast US, Florida's East and West coasts and the Keys.

Highlights

• Experienced Ownership: One-owner vessel; this is the seller's third Catalina.
• Sailing and Handling: Upgraded 3Di North Sails, folding prop, electric winches, lines to cockpit, roller furling headsail, spinnaker, in-mast furling main, enhanced autopilot with additional handheld remote control, windlass with cockpit control/remote and a bow thruster enhance handling.
• Engine and Generator: Yanmar 57HP only 769h, 7 kW Fisher Panda Generator only 403h.
• Reverse cycle A/C: Two 16BTU Reverse Cycle A/C units.
• Solar: Two 365w LG solar panels.
• Water maker: Top-of-the-line Spectra 400C watermaker (approx. 17g/hr) with a self-flushing cycle (every 30 days) (around 20k value).
• Energy monitoring: Professionally installed Victron suite, remote monitoring, touch screen color control panel, and Victron 3000 smart inverter system (over $10k value).
• Canvas: Full cockpit enclosure, premium cockpit cushions, and protective covers (a value of nearly $40k).
• Extensive factory upgrades: such as Carbonautic helms (Dual helm), upgraded galley countertops, ultraleather upholstery in salon/cabins, fresh water quiet flush heads, both cabins have innerspring mattresses (instead of just foam), Oceanaire roller shades throughout, and much much more (Around 100k in factory upgrades).
• Electronics & Entertainment: Full Garmin electronics suite with AIS (send and receive), Cortex VHF Radio with smart AIS and handheld, Starlink, and an upgraded 8 speaker Fusion sound system with multiple remotes throughout the boat.
• Dinghy Package: Heavy-duty arch system (over $10k value), Highfield CL340 tender, and a 20HP outboard (with power start/tilt). The tender also includes its own Garmin 9-inch chartplotter with full navigation, depth, and fish finder (value of around 15k).
• Additional Safety equipment conveying with boat: Such as dual ACR ResQLINK personal locator beacon with wearable overboard alarm, EPIRP, AIS personal locator beacon, ACR electronic ResQFlares.
• 55lb Rocna with upgraded 3/8 chain (250ft), 44lb auxiliary Rocna, plus Mantus tender anchor.
• SeaDek, high performance decking for safety and comfort.
• Layout: 2/3-cabin, 2-head layout (the port aft cabin is currently configured as storage/garage).
• ICW-friendly: Wing keel with a low 5ft draft and a mast height of 64ft.

Sails/Sail Handling

• Upgraded North Sail 3Di Ocean headsail 135%
• Upgraded North Sails Radial Cut Mainsail (No vertical battens)
• Upgraded North Sails Gennaker for downwind and broad reaching
• Selden in-mast furling system for mainsail
• Mainsheet Ball Bearing Gauhauer Heavy Duty Traveler System
• Electric primary winches (port & starboard) Lewmar EVO size 65 two-speed self tailing winches
• Electric sail handling winches (coachroof) Lewmar EVO size 45 two-speed, self tailing winch. One electric and one manual.
• All lines led to cockpit
• Garhauer Adjustable jib/genoa cars
• Complete Standing and Running Rigging, 316 SS
• Internal Dyneema Halyards
• PVC Wiring Conduit with Messenger in Mast
• Selden Anodized Double Spreader Mast and Boom

Engine/Generator

• Yanmar 57HP diesel - 769 hours
• 7 kW Fisher Panda generator - 403 hours. Capable of powering air conditioners, water maker, microwave and galley electrics, TV, water heater and more while at anchor or underway
• Max-Prop 4-Blade Automatic Feathering Propeller
• Lewmar 7hp Electric bow thruster for confident close-quarters maneuvering

Electrical/Watermaker

This yacht is outfitted for self-sufficiency at anchor and serious cruising.

• Spectra Newport 400C watermaker (~17 GPH) with Z-Ion automatic membrane protection system and fresh-water flush cycle (approx. $20K value)

Victron Energy management suite, professionally installed (Over $10K value):

• Victron 3000 Watt Smart Inverter capable of powering watermaker, Starlink, microwave oven, coffee maker, toaster, TV, AC outlets and more while at anchor or underway
• Victron Cerbo GX System Monitor and Communication Hub
• Victron GX Touch 50 color display
• Victron SmartSolar Charge Controller
• Remote monitoring capability
• Two 365W LG solar panels providing substantial renewable power
• AGM Lifeline deep cycle batteries: Two 6D House Bank Batteries; One Group 27 dedicated engine start battery; One 6D dedicated bow thruster battery
• Two 16,000 BTU Webasto Platinum Series reverse-cycle A/C units for efficient climate control throughout
• Full LED lights throughout: All cabin lights and navigation lights
• 110 Volt, Dual 30 AMP Shore Power System
• (2) 110 Volt, 30 AMP, Shore Power Cord 50 ft., plus 15-foot extensions
• Shore Power Galvanic Isolator
• Ground Fault Circuit Protection
• A.C. Duplex Receptacles and USB Charge Ports throughout

Electronics

A comprehensive and modern navigation and communication package:

Full Garmin electronics suite:

• Dual Garmin 8612xsv chartplotters with high sensitivity 24xd GPS Receiver and Antenna
• Garmin GMR Fantom 24" radar HD
• Garmin GT30 CHIRP ClearVu and SideVu High Resolution Scanning Sonar provides clear definition of objects and bottom structure to aid in anchoring and transiting shallow waters
• Garmin Reactor 40 autopilot (Class A drive) - Enhanced autopilot system with upgraded steering sensor and handheld remote
• Garmin AIS 800 Black Box (send and receive)
• (3) Garmin GMI 20 instruments (depth, speed, wind)
• Garmin Cortex V1 VHF Radio with Smart AIS collision avoidance with (2) cordless cockpit color remotes and tethered navigation station handset
• Full Yanmar engine monitoring on the chartplotters, including RPMs, fuel consumption rate, temperature, oil pressure, volts, etc. Conveniently view vital engine data at a glance at the helms
• Fusion stereo control from the chartplotters
• Two Garmin GC 200 Marine IP Cameras, mast and arch mounted, forward and aft facing, for added security and situational awareness while at anchor, underway, or at dock. Viewable from the chartplotters, tablet such as iPad, or laptop computer



• Integrated Starlink satellite internet with new Flat High Performance dish and Gen 3 router
• Wi-Fi signal booster antenna on arch
• Cell phone signal booster antenna at top of mast (repeater antenna)
• Garmin Fusion RA-770 entertainment system with color display, 8 speakers, amplifier, and multiple remotes throughout the boat. Controllable from chartplotters.

Canvas

Huge canvas package (Approx. $40K value):

• Full cockpit enclosure with isinglass panels and bug screen panels that can be interchanged
• Premium custom dodger with superior clarity polycarbonate "glass"
• Premium cockpit cushions, closed-cell (designer Sunbrella fabric)
• Additional protective canvas throughout: stern PerchSeats with cushions, cockpit table cover, companion way cover, pedestal & instrument covers, winch and hatch covers, cockpit locker bags.

Deck & Exterior

• SeaDek high-performance decking for safety, comfort, and modern aesthetics
• Carbonautica Sport high performance dual helm wheels
• Fenders and docklines
• Fiberglass Cockpit Table with (2) Leaves, Foot- brace, Center insulated Compartment, and Handrails
• Walk Through Stern with Transom Boarding Swim Platform
• Stern Boarding Ladder. Telescopic Type
• 1-¼" Solid Stainless Steel Safety Rail surrounding cockpit
• 27" Double Lifelines with Gates Port and Starboard
• Midship Spring Line Cleats with Chocks
• Stainless Steel Handrails on Cabin Top
• Stern Rails with Observation Seats, Cup Holders, Outboard Bracket
• LPG Storage Locker for (2) 10 lb. alum. Tanks
• Hot & Cold Shower Mounted In Transom Boarding Area

Ground Tackle

• 55 lb Rocna primary anchor with upgraded 3/8" G4 chain (250 ft) and 150ft ¾ nylon rode
• 44 lb secondary Rocna
• Mantus folding anchor for tender
• Powerful Quick Electric windlass with power up and down, and handheld controllers at bow and cockpit
• Powerful fresh and saltwater washdown system at anchor locker
• Large Double Anchor Bow Rollers with integrated attachment point for North Sails Genneker (included)
• Large Divided Anchor Locker for Below Deck Chain and Rode Storage

Safety

Extensive safety gear conveying with vessel, including:

• EPIRB 8/26
• Dual ACR ResQLink PLBs with wearable MOB alarm
• AIS personal locator beacon
• ACR electronic ResQFlares
• Water-Tight Strike Zone Collision Bulkhead at Bow
• Lifejackets, fire extinguishers, alarms (carbon etc)

Dinghy & Arch Package

An outstanding, fully equipped tender and outboard (Total tender package value approx. $15K) and davit (over $10K value) setup included in the sale:

• Extra-Heavy-Duty custom arch system by Lippincot Marine
• High-speed, large capacity dinghy with bench seat and Bimini top for comfort and safety
• Six-person Highfield CL340 11' aluminum-hulled RIB inflatable tender
• Tohatsu 20HP outboard with electric or pull start and power tilt
• 6-gallon integrated fuel tank in dinghy bow locker
• Outboard engine hoist integrated into arch and aligned with dinghy transom for easy deployment and storing of outboard engine
• Garmin 9" 943 SXV chartplotter on tender with navigation, depth, and fish-finder
• Tender is lightweight for easy beach landings and shallow water exploring

Interior

Factory Upgrades

• Upgraded galley and head countertops in warm tone solid surface
• Ultraleather cream upholstery in salon and cabin
• Jabsco Fresh-water quiet-flush head
• Innerspring mattresses in both cabins
• Upgraded Oceanaire roller shades throughout
• Additional refrigeration / freezer in galley
• Extra 12V & USB outlets
• Extra Caframo Sirocco II interior fans (7) total in salon forward cabin and aft cabin
• Samsung 40" Smart 4K TV

Factory Features:

• Varnish Finish On Interior Teak
• Veneer Bulkheads with Solid Teak Trim
• Navigation Station with Chart Table with 110, 12 volt and USB outlets
• Owner's Stateroom with Large Double Berth, Cedar lined Hanging Locker, Drawers, and Private Head with separate enclosed shower
• Teak and Holly Textured High Pressure Laminate Sole
• LED Interior Lighting throughout
• Main Saloon Features Large Dinette, Gloss Finished Dining Table to Port, Settee Seating Starboard with game or cocktail table
• Guest Stateroom Aft on Starboard, Features Large Double Berth, Hanging Locker, and Private Access to Guest Head
• Third Cabin Aft to Port, Convertible to Double Berth, Upper/Lower Berths, or Storage and Utility Locker
• Dedicated Cabinet for easy access to Engine Filters located in Aft Port Cabin
• Filler Cushion for Conversion of Main Salon Dining Table to Double Sleeping Berth

Galley

• Isotherm Cruise 85 stainless steel front loading refrigerator, D.C. Powered with Freezer Compartment
• Frigoboat Capri 50 large top-loading deep freezer can also be used as refrigerator
• Aft port stateroom is pre-wired for electric cooler for extra fridge/freezer capacity to support extended cruising
• Polished Double Stainless Steel Sinks
• Two stage drinking water filtration system with dedicated faucet
• Single Lever Faucet with Pull-Out Sprayer
• Force 10 Gimbaled (3) Burner L.P.G. Stove w/Oven, Stainless Steel, Oven Hood, Light & Vent
• Microwave Oven, AC Powered or from Inverter
• Magma Catalina model rectangular gas grill mounted on stern rail and plumbed to boats propane supply. No need to carry individual propane canisters.
• Large Storage Cabinets over Galley
• Large Storage Lockers with Drawers and Bins
• Multi-Drawer Bank with Utensil Storage Rack

Plumbing

• Pressure Water Distribution System with Filter at Pump and Tank Selection Valves for (3) Tanks
• 11 Gallon Hot Water Heater with Engine Heat Exchanger and 110V Electric Heating Element
• (2) Electric Macerating Heads with large capacity Holding Tanks and Deck and Thru-Hull Outlets
• Electric Bilge Pump with Float Switch
• Manual Bilge Pump and Bilge High Water Alarm
• Head Compartment Forward with Vanity Counter, Medicine Chest and Shower Compartment Stall
• Head Aft with Vanity, Sink, Medicine Chest, and Shower

Tankage

Total Fuel: 84 gal, Standard 67 gal (under aft mattress berth), Plus seller had the Catalina factory-install its 18-gallon auxiliary fuel tank (under the galley sole) for extra cruising range and generator usage

Total Water: 168 gal - Fwd 50 gal, Port 62gal, Stb 56 gal

Total Holding Tank: 54 gal - Fwd 31 gal, Aft 23 gal: 54 gal

Specs

Draft: 5' 0"

Ballast: 8,200 lbs

Basic Weight: 24,500 lbs

General Dimensions

Length Overall: 44' 5"

Length of Hull: 43' 3"

Length at Waterline: 38' 4"

Beam: 13' 7"

Distance from Waterline to Masthead: 63' 10"

Antifoul: Pettit Protect Primer, 2 coats Trinidad Pro, Barnacle barrier prop (Brunswick Landing Marina: Summer 2023)