Gulfstar 47' Sailmaster
"Burgoo"
Discover this Spectacular Gulfstar 47 Sailmaster – Surprising Performance, Luxurious Accommodations, Extensively Updates
Overview
Price Reduced! What a great Live Aboard Cruiser.
Surprising Performance, Luxurious Accommodations & Extensive Upgrades
Step aboard Burgoo, this impressive Gulfstar 47 Sailmaster, and discover a yacht that defies the notion of a tired old boat. The current owner, a seasoned sailor, has invested well over $100,000 in extensive upgrades over the past few years, combining the timeless appeal of this classic yacht with modern technology, enhanced comfort, and exceptional functionality.
From upgraded navigation and sailing systems to luxurious accommodations and carefully maintained teak decking, Burgoo reflects an extraordinary commitment to quality and care.
With a reduced price and an impressive list of upgrades, this exceptional sailing yacht deserves your attention.
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Extensive Upgrades — 2024 & 2025
Enhanced Navigation & Safety
- Advanced self-steering system and motor
- EPIRB and two handheld VHF radios
- Chain plates crafted from 305 mirror-finished stainless steel
- Complete standing and running rigging
- Upgraded lifelines
- Windlass, bow thruster, helm controls, and binnacle
Power & Energy Efficiency
- Rebuilt and rewired Northern Lights generator
- Two upsized alternators
- Deck-mounted solar system
- Gel-type batteries serving the house, starting, windlass, and bow thruster systems, including 32D batteries
- Built-in Global Ships Starlink system for worldwide ocean connectivity
Luxury & Comfort
- 10-foot ABS dinghy
- Cockpit chairs and cushions
- Custom curtains, hatch covers, and window shades
- Air-conditioning systems serving the salon and master cabin
- Ice machine and bar refrigerator for added convenience
Updated Galley & Plumbing
- Force 10 gimballed three-burner stove and oven
- Six-gallon hot water heater
- Electric toilets with elongated bowls
- Freshwater Jabsco pumps
- Raw-water intake pump
Sailing Performance & Deck Equipment
- Mizzen sail
- Davit system with two motor-mount lifts
- Gunnert refrigeration system and compressor
Entertainment & Electronics
- Three smart TVs and two DVD players
- Wind-speed indicator
- Depth sounder
- Cockpit radio
Classic Elegance. Modern Comfort. Exceptional Value.
Burgoo represents a remarkable opportunity to own a well-equipped Gulfstar 47 Sailmaster backed by a substantial investment in upgrades and maintenance. The owner's passion for sailing and commitment to this vessel are evident throughout.
The price has been reduced, making this an excellent opportunity to experience the performance, comfort, and character of a classic Gulfstar 47 Sailmaster.
Contact us today to schedule your personal tour!
Brewer Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Preferred Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
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Gulfstar 47 Sailmaster Yacht Specifications
Accommodations
The interior showcases exceptional craftsmanship, featuring teak bulkheads, doors, and built-in furnishings throughout. The aft cabin, salon, and both heads feature white beadboard headliners with teak battens, complemented by flush-mounted LED or halogen lighting.
The salon offers built-in settees with storage, Naugahyde-upholstered cushions, and a folding dining table that conveniently doubles as a coffee table. Entertainment and convenience are provided by a 32-inch Smart TV with DVD player, along with a bar refrigerator and ice machine, both installed in 2025.
The aft stateroom features a queen-size berth, built-in storage, a hanging locker, and a 22-inch Smart TV installed in 2025. Its private head includes a separate shower stall and an electric-flush toilet with an elongated bowl, installed in 2025.
The forward stateroom offers a comfortable V-berth, ample storage, and a Smart TV installed in 2024. Both heads are equipped with modern fixtures and electric-flush toilets installed in 2025.
Galley
The well-appointed galley is designed for comfortable living aboard and extended cruising. Features include a Force 10 gimballed three-burner stove and oven installed in 2025, a split holding-plate refrigeration system with a Grunert system and compressor installed in 2025, and a double sink with a modern pullout faucet.
A constant-pressure 4 GPM water pump and a six-gallon hot water heater provide reliable water pressure and hot water for washing and showering.
Deck and Cockpit
The deck features Vetus hatches, Found Metals port lights, a Bimini cockpit shade, and a dodger.
Ground tackle includes a 45-pound Delta anchor and a 45-pound Lewmar Claw anchor, each equipped with 25 feet of chain and 150 feet of rode. A vertical-axis electric windlass handles anchoring duties.
Maneuverability and deck handling are enhanced by a bow thruster, windlass, and davit system with two motor-mount lifts, all part of the vessel's extensive equipment upgrades.
Electronics and Sails
The navigation suite includes Raymarine wind, depth, speed, chart plotter, radar, and autopilot instruments, along with two Horizon VHF radios.
The masthead ketch rig features furling sails for convenient handling. The mizzen sail was replaced in 2024. Hyde Streamstay behind-the-mast furlers serve the main and mizzen sails, while the headsail is equipped with a Harken furler installed in 2019.
Electrical and Mechanical
The electrical system features a single 50-amp, 220V shore-power connection, a split electrical panel with 30-amp breakers, and a Xantrex 2020 charger/inverter.
The 2025 battery upgrades include gel batteries serving the house, main engine, and anchor windlass systems.
Power comes from a Perkins 6.354 diesel engine rated at 135 horsepower, paired with a Borg Warner Velvet Drive transmission and a four-blade propeller. This dependable powertrain delivers a comfortable cruising speed of approximately 6.5 knots.
Climate control has been upgraded with Webasto reverse-cycle air-conditioning systems installed in 2025, including a 16,000 BTU unit for the salon and a 5,000 BTU unit for the aft stateroom.
Safety Equipment
Safety equipment includes smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, Type 10-ABC fire extinguishers, a CO₂ fire-suppression system, and a comprehensive selection of life preservers, life jackets, and other essential safety gear.
Additional safety equipment includes an EPIRB and handheld VHF radios, providing enhanced emergency preparedness and communication capabilities.
Measurements
Measurements:
- Length Overall (LOA): 47 ft 5 in
- Waterline Length (LWL): 40 ft 6 in
- Beam: 13 ft 10 in
- Max Bridge Clearance: 54 ft 5 in
- Max Draft: 5 ft 6 in
- Displacement: 38,000 lb
- Cruising Speed: 6.5 knots
- Guest Cabins: 2
Disclaimer
Preferred Yachts 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.
Co-Brokerage Agreement
Preferred Yachts offers this listing on a 50-50 split with corresponding Florida licensed brokerages. Brokers unlicensed in Florida must contact listing broker to make arrangements that comply with Florida law.
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