Presented by
Melanie Neale
2007 Leopard 40' (12.19 m) Robertson & Caine Leopard 40 Owners' Version Never Chartered
Annapolis, Maryland, United States
Sweet Escape
Just back from cruising--owned and maintained by expert mariners who have doted on her (second owners). After a circumnavigation with her original owners, this 2007 Robertson & Caine Leopard 40 underwent a complete refit in 2020 at the Leopard factory in Durban, South Africa.
Flag of Registry: United States
- Catamaran
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: RAC40085H708
Description
OWNER'S VERSION! FIRST OWNER CURCUMNAVIGATED THEN RETURNED TO CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, SO THAT SHE COULD UNDERGO A COMPLETE FACTORY REFIT. SECOND OWNERS PURCAHSED HER IN 2022 AND ARE PROFESSIONAL MARINERS WHO HAVE DOTED UPON HER. SHE IS CURRENTLY CRUISING THE CHESAPEAKE BAY AND WILL BE AVAILABLE TO VIEW DURING THE ANNAPOLIS SAILBOAT SHOW IN OCTOBER.
Specifications
HIN/IMO: RAC40085H708
LOA: 40' (12.19 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 2007
Beam: 20'
LWL: 38'
Draft Max: 4'
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Bridge Clearance: 62'
Fuel Tank: 100 Gallons (378.54 Liters)
Fresh Water: 200 Gallons (757.08 Liters)
Holding Tank: 34 Gallons (128.7 Liters)
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Multimedia
Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Yanmar
- Engine Model: 3YM30AE
- Engine Year: 2022
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Sail
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 1200.00
Engine 2
- Engine Make: Yanmar
- Engine Model: 3YM30AE
- Engine Year: 2022
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Sail
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 1200.00
Generators
Generator 1
- Generator Make: Northern Lights
- Generator Model: 5KW
- Generator KW: 5.00
Press & Media
Grace under sail!
Full Details
2020 Refit, Major Upgrades in 2022
Sweet Escape is a comprehensively equipped, serious and proven blue water cruising catamaran. This is a rare opportunity to own one of the best cats available, a 40' 3-cabin Leopard catamaran, with everything you need to go on an extended cruise!
Currently cruising with the second owners. The original owners returned to Florida in 2022 after completing a 15-year around-the-world voyage. This vessel is well-built, and a super safe Catamaran. She is easy to sail and comes equipped with everything you will need to go cruising now! NOTE:** While heading home to Florida, she stopped in Cape Town, S. Africa, and had a complete refit in 2020 at the factory in Durban.**
These older Leopards were built stronger than the new ones! You will not find a better-equipped 40' cat under $350,000! These boats are light and fast. The lighter weight allows her to ride easily over waves and her sharp bows and clean underwater profile cut cleanly as well as minimize drag. Visibility is excellent over the coach roof and a sliding hatch cover in the hard cockpit Bimini over the helm makes it easy to keep track of sail shape. The cockpit and salon include inside and outside cushions. Interior cushions have removable/washable covers.
The Galley is practical with large cabinets for storage and a flip-down countertop which facilitates the passage of food and drinks to the table in the cockpit. Dining accommodates eight people sitting comfortably, leaving free access to the cockpit. The cockpit transitions to the aft steps which aid with easy entry in/out of the water from swim ladder on the port side. The galley-up design incorporates a spacious saloon and aft-facing galley with a cocktail bar and serving window overlooking the cockpit. Accommodations include 3 double cabins, and two large heads with separate shower stalls.
The 3-cabin layout features an owner-dedicated starboard hull with master stateroom, office area and large head with separate walk-in shower forward, including a custom queen mattress (folding), an office area with long bookshelves, with the water maker in the forepeak. Cherry paneled finishes with solid trims are throughout. The entire Owner’s ˜wing” can be discreetly closed away, creating complete privacy and the luxurious feeling of being able to roam undisturbed while guests or children enjoy the rest of the boat. Guests will enjoy the large cockpit with an outside dining area, protected by a functional hard-top Bimini, fitted as standard, as well as a custom enclosure.
Guest accommodations (Port Hull) include 1 queen cabin with a custom mattress in the stern and a double cabin forward. In the port forepeak, there is a 1.9 cubic ft. chest freezer hard-wired into the electrical system. There is a head with a separate shower located mid-ship.
Full Equipment List
*Substantial upgrades include:
2024 New Raymarine Autopilot installed, warranty through 11/27
2022 New Yanmar diesel engines replaced, warranty through 11/24
2024 New Stbd Saildrive SD25 (warranty thru 06/26)
2024 New Port Saildrive lower seals
2024 New Bottom Paint
2022 New Lewmar Windlass
2021 New Port Saildrive SD25
2021 New Ullman jib
2021 New Fully battened Ullman mainsail
2021 New Ullman sail bag (Stack Pack) with new lazy jacks
2021 New Asymmetrical spinnaker with sock and new launch bag
2021 New Running rigging
2021 New Raymarine E80 GPS/Chart
2021 New Starboard Saildrive lower seals
2020 New Water heater
2020 New Interior upholstery
2020 New Trampoline
2020 New Victron 3000 Inverter
2020 New Fiberglass cockpit table
2019 New Standing Rigging
DESCRIPTION
2008 Leopard 40 Built in 2007 3-cabin Owners version
1250 Watts solar,
3kw Inverter,
Lithium Batteries,
1.9 cubic ft. chest freezer,
Wiring - larger gauge,
Tender w/Outboard,
3kw Inverter,
5kw generator,
30 gph watermaker,
2-AC/Heater units,
Lithium Batteries - New 2020,
Raymarine E80 Chart w/GPS,
Starlink dishy and WiFi, installed,
Icom M802 Hi-Seas SSB Transceiver,
Pactor PCT-IIex (Store-and -Forward Hi-Seas email),
Iridium Go
Owners Notes
* All systems have been meticulously maintained, and a spreadsheet log kept.
* Watermaker was rehabbed in 2023 and works like a charm.
* Generator was replaced 6 years ago. It has been serviced regularly.
* New wood sole, custom carpet covered
* Spares for all systems, hoses, fittings, filters, hardware, alternators… the list is large.
EXTRAS
32” Smart TV + remote
Countertop ice maker
All pertinent manuals including original Leopard Manual
Pots & pans
Boat safe plates
Spice rack+spices
Throw pillows
Hand vac
Wet/dry vac
Movable 12 v fans x2
Fishing rods/Lures, etc
Hawaiian sling
Cleaning products
Reflective window shades for all ports, hatches, and windows (exterior w/snaps)
Manufacturer Provided Description of Vessel
Construction: GRP Vacuum bagged Balsa sandwich
The 3-cabin layout features an owner-dedicated starboard hull with master stateroom, office area and large head with separate shower forward. The entire owners ˜wing” can be discreetly closed away, creating complete privacy and the luxurious feeling of being able to roam undisturbed while guests or children enjoy the rest of the boat. Guests will enjoy the large cockpit with outside dining area, protected by a functional hard-top Bimini, fitted as standard, as well as a custom enclosure. Guest accommodations (Port Hull) include 1 queen cabin with custom mattress in the stern and a double cabin forward. In the port forepeak there is a 1.9 cubic ft. chest freezer hard-wired into the electrical system. There is a head with a separate shower located mid-ship.
The Galley is practical with large cabinets for storage and a flip-down countertop which facilitates the passage of food and drinks to the table in the cockpit. Dining accommodates eight people sitting comfortably, leaving free access to the cockpit.
The cockpit transitions to the aft steps which aid with easy entry in/out of the water from the swim ladder on the port side.
Accommodations
Cabins 3
Heads 2
2 queen + 1 double cabins, plus single sleeping berth in port bow (now storage and freezer space). Starboard bow compartment contains the watermaker.
Additional Info /Custom additions:
- Queen-size custom mattresses in owner's cabin and Guest port cabin
- 12V DC outlet and USB charging on owner’s side and 12V DC outlet on guest side
- 2 heads with separate walk-in showers. Both heads are electric and saltwater
- Both holding tanks have been replaced with stainless steel
- Hot & cold pressurized water in the galley and heads
- 2 6-gal hot water heaters [2020]
- 2 CruiseAir a/c units
Galley
- Galley up with Corian counters providing access to salon and cockpit areas
- Propane Force 10 2 burner stove with oven
- Seafrost 12v front loading DC freezer/fridge
- Double stainless steel sink with pullout faucet
- Dish drying station with dish rack (built-in)
- Galanz 3-in-1 Microwave
Mfg supplied Additional Interior Features
- Wood veneer finishes in beech with solid beech trims
- Double berths (4ft 7 inch / 1.4m x 6 ft 7 inch / 2.0m)
- Hanging lockers
- 2 X Storage lockers with shelving
- Reading lamps
- Large open shelves over bunks
- Stowage space under bunks
- Large stowage space in forepeak
- Extra set of legs to lower table
- Upholstery new in 2020
- Ample storage under each seat cushion with dual air-conditioning accessible behind cushions
- 32" Smart TV
Nav Station
- Chart table surface with light
- Instrument and switch panel
- Starlink WiFi
- Standard Horizon VHF radio
- SSB Radio HFMarine IC-M802
- Iridium Go station with external antenna
- Clarion Stereo System
- USB port X2
- AC/DC plugs
- Air Conditioning controls
- Barometer
Electronics
- Raymarine E-80 GPSMap chart-plotter - 2021
- Raymarine Evolution EV1 Autopilot (New 10/2024)
- Raymarine Wind and Tridata instruments
- Raymarine Radome/Radar
- Digital Yacht AIS Transceiver interfaced to chartplotter
- Standard Horizon Matrix AIS/GPS VHF radio with second full function remote at helm
- Icom IC-M802 SSB Radio with ground and antenna
- Clarion Stereo System
- Iridium Go station with external antenna
Cockpit
- Hard top Bimini above the helm which slides open
- New exterior upholstery 2021
- Double helm seat integrated with cockpit area
- Plastimo Contest 130 compass at helm position
- All lines run to the helm except reefing lines
- Two exterior Bose stereo speakers
- Two large storage areas under seating
- Overhead fishing rod holder for 4
- Magma Grill
- Tender davits
- Full cockpit enclosure
Mast, Rigging and Sails
- Sail Area Working Sail Area: 1030 sq ft
- Sparcraft natural anodized mast c/w Antal mast slider system
- Sparcraft natural anodized crossbeam
- Profurl genoa furler
- Mainsail full battened c/w 3 rows reefs
- 120% Furling genoa
- 2 x Additional spare 12v wires in mast
- Additional spare conduit with messenger in mast
- Winch handle pocket
- Windex wind indicator
- 2021 New Ullman jib
- 2021 New Fully battened Ullman Main Sail
- 2021 New Ullman sail bag
- 2021 New lazy jacks
- Asymmetrical spinnaker with sock and new launch bag
- 2019 New Standing rigging
- (2) Harken winches at helm station (1 is electric)
- (2) Harken winches at mast
- 2021 New Running rigging
- Running Rigging and Sails
- Mainsheet (3:1 purchase)
- Mainsheet traveler line (3:1 purchase)
- Main boom topping lift
- Mainsail outhaul and 3 reefs
- 2 x Genoa sheets
- 3 x Halyards (main, genoa & spare)
- Winch handle pocket
- Windex wind indicator
- Port & Starboard Flag Halyards
Electrical Description
- Cruise RO 30 gph watermaker with spare set of membranes
- Bi-colour & stern nav lights
- Plastimo Contest 130 compass at helm position
- 12v DC switch panel
- 2 x 12v outlet sockets at switch panel and at helm station
- 2 x Fuel tank gauges at helm position
- 2 x Ammeters at helm position
- 2 x House batteries
- 2 x Engine starter batteries
- 1 x House battery isolator switches
- 2 x Engine starter battery isolator switches
- 2 x Alternators, high output 60aH
- 2 separate starter batteries
- Victron Multiplus 3000 inverter / 120A charger [2020]
- Victron color controller display [2020]
- Balmar MC 614 external alternator regulators [2020]
- Northern lights 5Kw diesel generator
- 1300 watts of solar panels
- New Victron SmartSolar MPPT solar controller
- (2) 30A shore inlets with a 50A pigtail splitter
- Courtesy lights at stairways
Mfg supplied Galley Description
- Corian heat-resistant galley worktop surfaces
- Single lever faucet c/w pull-out hose
- Double s/s sink
- Dish and cutlery drying recess with drainage
- Corian cover for drying recess
- 2 - door front-opening fridge/freezer 60USgal / 220Ltr
- Seafrost 12v refrigeration
- Force 10 Gas cooker 2-burner c/w oven & broiler
- Gas solenoid shut-off valve with control at switch panel & warning light at cooker Gas cylinder & regulator in dedicated locker
- Separate garbage bin locker with top access
- Stowage space in shelf lockers & drawer units
- Corian bar counter with hinged flap
Mfg supplied Engine Description
- Morse double lever throttle/gear shift control
- Sound-deadening panels in engine room
- 2 x Engine room ventilation fans and ducting
- 2 x Fuel deck fillers
- 2 x Fuel filter/water separators
- 2 x Fuel tanks aluminum 92USgal/350Ltr total capacity
- 2 x Siphon breaks
- 2 x Exhaust skin fittings (s/s)
- 2 x Exhaust water locks
- 2 x Cooling water inlet strainers
- 2) NEW Yanmar 3YM30AE 29 HP diesel engines, 9/2022
- SD25 sail drives
- Serpentine belt conversion for alternators
- New upgraded modern keyless engine instrument panels with new harnesses
- (2) 50-gal fuel tanks
- Throttle control cables were replaced in 2021
Anchoring
- Primary anchor 55lb Rocna with 200' chain
- Spare Fortress 37’ anchor and rode
- New Lewmar windlass 12/2022
- 6 heavy-duty dock lines
- Various collections of fenders
Tender
- 5-year-old Highfield Hypalon Inflatable 310 (approximately 10 feet in length) with bow locker and removable seat
- Yamaha 15hp outboard
- 3-gal gas fuel tank and spare gas can
- dinghy anchor with chain & rode
Safety
- EPRIB Model# RBL-41 (New 2023)
- Standard Horizon VHF radio
- SSB Radio HFMarine IC-M802
- Raymarine Radome/Radar
- AIS Transceiver
- Lifesling with 125 ft of line
- (4) fire extinguishers
- Traditional safety flares
- PFDs of varying levels/types
- (4) electric and (2) manual bilge pumps
PROPULSION
Engine 1 (Port)
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Model 3YM30AE
Engine Year 2022
Total Power 30hp
Engine Hours 1123
Engine Type Inboard
Drive Type Sail Drive
Fuel Type Diesel
Propeller Type 3 Blade
Propeller Material Bronze
Engine 2 (Stbd)
Engine Make Yanmar
Engine Model 3YM30AE
Engine Year 2022
Total Power 30hp
Engine Hours 1180
Engine Type Inboard
Drive Type Sail Drive
Fuel Type Diesel
Propeller Type 3 Blade
Propeller Material Bronze
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions
Length Overall 39.25ft
Max Bridge Clearance 62ft
Beam 20.08ft
Cabin Headroom 6.5ft
Length at Waterline 37.5ft
Miscellaneous
Windlass Electric Windlass
Electrical Circuit 12V
Tanks
Fresh Water Tank 2 X 100 Gal
Fuel Tank 2 X 50 Gal
Holding Tank 2 X 17 Gal
From the Owners
Sweet Escape is a blue water capable, fully equipped cruising catamaran for sale by owner. She comes with everything you will need to go cruising now. You will not find a better cruising cat under $400K.
There's a reason why Sweet Escape is the only 2007 L40 available at this time. This is a rare opportunity to own one of the best cats available, a 40' 3-cabin (owner’s version) Leopard catamaran, with everything you need to go on an extended cruise. You won’t find another one like her on the market in the U.S.
She has been our home on the water for two years and has safely carried us through the beautiful waters of the Caribbean and the turquoise waters of The Bahamas, where we visited remote anchorages, pristine beaches & many cultures. Sailing Sweet Escape allowed us to discover paradise and we have created memories that will last a lifetime. But now it’s time to transition back to land and so we offer this great vessel to her next owner.
Sweet Escape will be cruising the Chesapeake Bay this Fall and will be available to tour at the Annapolis Sailboat Show in October. Interested parties should contact contact Melanie Neale @ Sunshine Cruising Yacht
305-807-4096
Purchased as S/V Nauti Nauti from the original owners who returned to Florida in 2022 after completing a 15-year around-the-world voyage, this vessel is still the perfect liveaboard cat that can go anywhere you want.
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Melanie Neale
Yacht Broker
134 Riberia Street
Suite 10
Saint Augustine FL 32084 USA
Office: 904-467-4983
Cell: 1-305-807-4096
Melanie earned her US Coast Guard 100 Ton Master Captains’ License before she got her drivers’ license. She grew up living aboard her family’s 47’ GulfStar Sailmaster, cruising up and down the East Coast and through the Bahamas for nearly twenty years. Melanie captained and crewed on various boats while working her way through college, then bought and lived aboard her first sailboat, Short Story, a 1969 Columbia 28, while attending graduate school in North Miami. She’s owned many boats since then. She is also an author (her books include memoirs Boat Girl and Boat Kid), contributor to Cruising World (her Short Story column ran in the magazine from 2006 to 2009) and BoatUS magazines, a freelance editor, and has worked over the years as everything from boat detailer to college professor to educational administrator. Her father, maritime author Tom Neale, instilled in her a love of sailing, writing, perusing boat listings, hard work, and repairing marine diesel engines. Melanie currently cruises the local waters of St. Augustine, FL, on various boats with her daughter, Maryann. She is a solo sailor and full-time single parent. As Employing Broker for Sunshine Cruising Yachts LLC, Melanie is dedicated to building a strong team that embodies integrity and passion for matching people with the right boats.