1991 Mason 44
$133,000
Boat in Oriental, NC 28571 US
Built in 1991
44
1 Engine (Yanmar)
44 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
Buying VOLARE, a 1991 Mason 44 with a history of Caribbean cruising, offers more than just a sailboat; it's an opportunity to acquire a proven, well-maintained offshore vessel with a soul. Unlike a boat with a limited sailing record, VOLARE has been thoroughly tested and refined by a family who lived aboard and relied on her seaworthiness. This hands-on, long-term cruising experience means that any weaknesses have likely been discovered and addressed, leading to a vessel with thoughtfully chosen upgrades and optimized systems for maximum comfort and reliability at sea. The rich history of this particular boat-navigating beautiful Caribbean waters-adds an undeniable romanticism and the promise of future adventures. A boat with liveaboard experience, especially one used for extensive cruising, is typically a well-cared-for vessel, not a neglected weekend toy. The previous owners were not just occasional sailors but full-time residents who depended on their boat, ensuring all systems-from plumbing and electrical to the engine and rigging-were kept in top working order. The warmth of the handcrafted teak interior and spacious, well-ventilated layout provides a comfortable and practical living space, a testament to its design and the care it has received. VOLARE is a robust, handcrafted beauty built for reliable performance and enduring quality. Her solid fiberglass hull and heavy build give her a sea-kindly motion and the proven strength to handle demanding offshore conditions. Purchasing this sailboat isn't merely a transaction; it's an investment in a vessel with a proven record, seasoned systems, and the ability to turn your own cruising dreams into reality. The years of care and the unforgettable Caribbean voyages of her previous family have imbued this boat with a readiness and character that new builds simply can't offer.
Evidence of her continued maintenance and upgrades includes:
New in 2025:
- Four New 4D-AGM Batteries
- New Solar Panel
Extensive Refit in 2019 ($80k) including all the following:
- New mast & standing rigging installed by the highly respected professional rigger Jorge Hernandez in Puerto Rico
- New Harken ocean grade roller-furlers for both the jib and staysail
- New running rigging
- New mainsail ½ batten
- New Yankee-cut jib
- New stainless steel drive shaft, cutlass bearing, and stuffing box
- Spectra 200T 12Volt water maker (8 gal/min)
- 4 new Lifeline 4D-AGM marine batteries (210 Ah ea, 3 for house and 1 for engine, with combiner switch when needed)
- New 200 W solar panel & Renogy controller
- Garmin VHF 215 radio with AIS Receiver (no transmit)
- IridiumGO satellite hotspot & antenna
- New bilge pump
- New Garmin NEMA 2000 control hub
- New mast head Garmin Windex (wind speed, direction)
- All new mast lighting (high powered LEDs)
- New track to store spinnaker pole on the fore side of the mast with quick deploy rigging
- New marine grade Aluminum propane tanks (x2)•
- New LED lighting (for most lights)
Updates and Upgrades in 2015:
- Hull painted ($20K)
- New freshwater electric head
- New 6-gal water heater
- New stainless steel stanchion bases & lifelines
Upgrades and Updates in 2010:
- All new chain plates
- New aluminum water tanks (custom replicated to match the original steel tanks)
Take a moment to read the detailed descriptions in the Other Details section.
Call today to make an appointment for a private showing of VOLARE.
Nominal Length
44ft
Length Overall
43.92ft
Length at Waterline
31.25ft
Beam
12.33ft
Max Bridge Clearance
59ft
Max Draft
6.42ft
Dry Weight
27400lb
Ballast
9400lb
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
Yanmar
Engine Model
4JHTE
Total Power
55hp
Engine Hours
2800
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Drive Type
direct
Accommodations
Volare offers a classic, spacious, and practical tri-cabin layout, designed for comfortable and elegant long-distance cruising.
The interior features rich teak joinery, a teak and holly cabin sole, and generous storage throughout, with abundant natural light and ventilation from numerous opening ports and hatches. The forward stateroom provides a king-sized V-berth with a filler insert and excellent ventilation, along with extensive storage in louvered lockers and drawers. A large head with a separate shower stall is situated just aft of the forward cabin. The main salon includes a U-shaped dinette to port with a custom teak table and a settee to starboard that can function as a sea berth
. A well-equipped, U-shaped galley is aft of the salon, featuring ample counter space, a double stainless steel sink, and cold-plate refrigeration with a top- and front-loading refrigerator. Aft of the galley is an outboard-facing navigation station and a private aft stateroom with a double berth and a cedar-lined hanging locker.
Galley
- Double stainless steel sink with pull out faucet
- Three burner LPG stove with oven, gimbaled
- Front and top loading refrigeration
- Plenty of storage above and below countertops
- Cabinets and drawers for storage
- Spacious countertops
- Microwave oven
- Paper towel holder
Electronics
- Garmin 7610X Chartplotter
- Garmin Weather satellite receiver
- Garmin VHF 215 w/AIS Receiver tied to chartplotter
- IridiumGO Satellite Hotspot with long, high integrity cable and antenna
- Garmin Windex
- NEMA 2000 Garmin control box
- The backstay has been isolated as an antenna for SSB radio (but no radio yet)
- Autohelm
- NO Radar
Items that need work:
o some older electronics (no longer used) need to be removed from main panel
o the wooden radio panel needs to be remade to house the new electronics (once old electronics
are removed)
Electrical
- 110V AC electrical system
- 12V DC electrical system
- Four 4D-AGM batteries (September 2025)
- New solar panel (September 2025)
- Small inverter runs two 110V outlets
- No generator, the boat is wired and plumbed for a generator to be added easily
- No air conditioning, perfect for a long-range cruising yacht
- Add a more powerful inverter to run every 110V outlet while at sea
Mechanical
- Yanmar 55hp 4JHTE that runs great and starts every time (~2800 hrs)
- Raymarine Autohelm Mechanical Unit
- New throttle & shift cables in 2020
- MaxProp self-feathering prop
Deck and Hull
- Bow roller with dual anchors
- 300 feet of 3/8” chain
- Rocha 33kg anchor
- 200’ braided 3/4” anchor line on second anchor
- Long keel
- Cutter rig
- Ready for Bottom paint
Rigging and Sails
- Cutter Rig with two headsails and running backstays
- New mast and mast collar in 2019
- New Harken Ocean grade roller furler on both the jib and staysail in 2019
- All new standing rigging and running rigging in 2019
- Minsail & Yankee cut jib (2019)
- Staysail (serviceable, 2015)
- Spinnaker (never used)
- New stainless-steel lifelines (2019)
- Chainplates replaced in 2010
o The mainsail stackpack sail catcher from 2010 is functional, but tired
o The dodger canvas is tired and clear plastic has a rip, needs replacing (from 2010)
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/29/26 | Initial price | $133,000 |
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Address
PO Box 238
Oriental, NC 28571
Boat Location
Contact Triton Yacht Sales and Service, LLC.
PO Box 238, Oriental, NC, 28571
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