Picture this: You're anchored off Staniel Cay. The generator is off. The sun is setting. Your guests are on the flybridge with drinks, and you're below in the galley prepping dinner without missing the conversation. The boat is silent except for the water lapping against the hulls. This is what the FPY59S was designed to deliver—not a weekend toy, but a legitimate platform for extended cruising with the space and systems to support it.
Who It's For
The FPY59S is for the owner who has moved past the "how fast does it go" phase and into the "how long can I stay out" mindset. This is a 62-foot sailing catamaran that prioritizes volume, comfort, and autonomy over performance metrics. If you're planning to spend weeks in the Bahamas, the Virgin Islands, or the Mediterranean with family and friends, this boat makes sense. If you're looking for a racing cat or a boat that will impress at the dock with aggressive lines, keep looking.
The ideal buyer is someone who values the catamaran lifestyle—stability at anchor, separation of living spaces, and the ability to host without feeling cramped. The FPY59S offers up to six cabins and six heads in the charter configuration, or a more owner-focused three-cabin layout with a full-beam master suite. The flexibility is real, not marketing speak.
This is also a boat for someone who is comfortable with the realities of catamaran ownership. You will pay more for haul-outs, dockage, and maintenance than a comparable monohull. But in return, you get a boat that feels like a floating apartment, not a sailboat with a V-berth.
Design & Layout: Space as Strategy
The FPY59S delivers 1,238 square feet of living space across three levels. That is more than most two-bedroom condos. The layout is designed to separate social zones from private zones, which is critical when you have guests aboard for more than a weekend.
The flybridge is 344 square feet and serves as the primary social hub. It is not an afterthought—it is a full outdoor living room with seating, a helm station, and sight lines that make navigation intuitive. The aft cockpit is another 291 square feet, and it connects directly to the salon through sliding glass doors. This is where you will spend most of your time underway or at anchor.
The owner's suite is 194 square feet and spans the full beam of the starboard hull. It includes a walk-around bed, a dedicated head with a separate shower, and enough storage to support long-term cruising. The layout options allow you to configure the boat with the galley on the main deck or below, depending on whether you want the chef integrated into the social space or tucked away.
The three-cabin owner version makes the most sense for private use. The six-cabin charter version is optimized for revenue generation, but it sacrifices some of the owner's suite space and privacy. If you are buying this boat to charter, the economics work. If you are buying it to use, the three-cabin layout is the better call.
Performance: Freedom, Not Speed
The FPY59S is powered by twin Volvo Penta D3-110 engines, each producing 110 horsepower. This is not a fast boat. Maximum speed under power is 10 knots. Cruising speed is 8 to 9 knots. If you need to cover ground quickly, this is not the platform.
But speed is not the point. The point is range, efficiency, and the ability to move the boat when the wind does not cooperate. The 317-gallon fuel capacity gives you enough range to reposition without anxiety, and the twin engines provide redundancy and maneuverability in tight spaces.
Under sail, the FPY59S is designed for comfort, not performance. The rig is straightforward, with a self-tacking jib and a full-batten mainsail. The boat sails at unhurried cruising-cat speeds in moderate conditions, and it does so without drama. This is not a boat that will point high or accelerate out of tacks. It is a boat that will get you where you are going without beating you up in the process.
The energy package is worth speccing generously if you plan to spend significant time at anchor. It runs to a 42 kWh lithium battery bank, a 14 kW generator, and up to 4 kW of solar power. This allows you to run air conditioning, refrigeration, and electronics without running the generator constantly. The result is a quieter, more comfortable experience at anchor, and lower fuel costs over time.
Ownership Conversation: The Real Numbers
The FPY59S is not an inexpensive boat to own, and the number climbs quickly once you add the energy package, upgraded finishes, and electronics. Annual operating costs depend on how much you use the boat and whether you hire crew — budget honestly for both.
If you plan to run the boat with crew, budget for a captain and a steward. The boat has dedicated crew quarters, and the layout supports a professional operation. If you plan to owner-operate, the systems are manageable, but you need to be comfortable with the complexity of a 62-foot catamaran. Docking this boat in a crosswind is not trivial.
Maintenance costs are higher than a monohull due to the twin engines, twin systems, and increased surface area. Haul-outs will cost more because you need a travel lift that can handle a 31-foot beam. Insurance will be higher because the replacement value is higher. These are not surprises—they are the cost of the space and comfort the boat provides.
Resale on Fountaine Pajot catamarans is generally strong, particularly in the charter market. The brand has a reputation for build quality and support, and the FPY59S is positioned as the entry point into the Fountaine Pajot Yachts line. If you maintain the boat and keep the systems updated, it should remain an easy boat to sell when the time comes.
Where to Start
The FPY59S is a serious cruising catamaran for buyers who understand what they are getting into. It is not the fastest, the flashiest, or the cheapest. But it is one of the most thoughtfully designed boats in its class, with a layout that supports real-world use and systems that allow you to stay out longer.
If you are ready to move beyond coastal cruising and into extended offshore passages, this boat deserves a close look. Start by reviewing the layout options and deciding whether the three-cabin or six-cabin configuration makes more sense for your use case. Then talk to owners who have logged time on the boat and get a realistic picture of the operating costs.
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