The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Astréa 42″ Serene Blue”

Owner’s Version, an exceptionally equipped bluewater cruising Catamaran.
Designed by renowned naval architects Berret-Racoupeau and built by Fountaine Pajot, the Astréa 42 has become one of the most successful cruising catamarans ever produced. Combining outstanding sailing performance, exceptional comfort, and owner-focused accommodations, the Astréa 42 delivers the ideal balance between liveaboard luxury and offshore capability.

This exceptionally outfitted Maestro Owner’s Version features a spacious starboard owner’s hull with dedicated sleeping, office, and private bath areas, while the port hull accommodates two guest cabins and two guest heads with a shared Jack & Jill Shower. Enhanced with upgraded Volvo 50 HP engines, generator, air conditioning, solar power, watermaker, electric platform, Garmin navigation suite, and a comprehensive cruising inventory, this vessel was configured for serious extended cruising and self-sufficient living aboard.

The expansive mid deck helm provides excellent visibility under sail, while the seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces create a sociable environment ideal for entertaining family and guests. Whether exploring the Chesapeake, cruising the Bahamas, or embarking on offshore passages, this Astréa 42 represents a turn-key opportunity for discerning sailors seeking comfort without sacrificing performance.

Specifications
Builder: Fountaine Pajot
Model: Astréa 42 Maestro Version
LOA: 41′ 3″ (12.58 m)
Beam: 23′ 7″ (7.20 m)
Draft: 4′ 1″ (1.25 m)
Displacement: 25,530 lbs (11,580 kg)
Fuel Capacity: 124 gallons (470 L)
Fresh Water Capacity: 185 gallons (700 L)
Sail Area: Approximately 1,141 sq ft (106 m²) total
Engine Package: Twin Volvo D2 50 HP diesel saildrives
Certification: CE Category A Offshore
Accommodations
Maestro Owner’s Layout

Starboard Owner’s Hull

Queen island berth
Dedicated office/workstation
Large wardrobe and storage cabinets
Separate head compartment
Large, walk in shower 
Expansive owner’s bath with abundant storage
Panoramic hull windows
Multiple opening ports and deck hatches for ventilation

Forward,  port guest cabin with queen berth
Aft guest cabin with queen berth
Two guest heads with “Jack and Jill” Central shower arrangement
Hanging lockers and cabinetry throughout

Salon

Panoramic 360° visibility
Large dining area with multifunction electrical table convertable to a bed
LED interior lighting
Bose entertainment upgrade
Fusion Bluetooth audio system
Large opening cockpit/salon interface

Engine & Mechanical Equipment
Propulsion

Twin Volvo D2 50 HP diesel engines
Saildrive propulsion
Three-blade propellers
Engine instrumentation and controls at helm
Heat exchanger cooling systems
Sea water strainers

Systems

11 kW generator, 110V/60Hz
56,000 BTU air conditioning system
Water heater (110V)
Aquabase watermaker producing approximately 27 GPH
Fresh and saltwater washdown pump
Pressurized seawater system
Additional freshwater pressure pump
Electric platform (330 lb capacity)

Electrical Systems
Battery & Charging

AGM battery bank with additional 150Ah AGM battery
3,000W inverter/charger upgrade
Galvanic isolation protection system
Three SunPower X22 365W solar panels
Three Victron MPPT charge controllers
Multiple additional 110V AC outlets
USB/110V charging outlets throughout vessel

Lighting

LED interior lighting throughout
Cockpit courtesy lighting
Underwater LED lighting (4 fixtures)
Navigation and deck lighting

Electronics & Navigation
Garmin Smart Cruising Package

Garmin GPSMAP 7410 multifunction display
Garmin autopilot
AIS transceiver
Garmin GMI20 multi-function displays (2)
VHF radio with U.S. channels
Secondary VHF/AIS station at helm

Additional Electronics

Radar with mount and wiring
Spot Trace vessel tracking system
TV/radio antenna
Digital TV antenna

Sail Handling & Rigging

Full-batten mainsail
PROFURL roller furling genoa
Automatic mainsail hook system
Electric Mainsail halyard winch
Electrical windlass (1,000W) with remote chain counter 
Double reefing clutches
Lazy jacks with Lazy bag
Spinnaker halyard
Anodized aluminum mast and boom

Galley

Large 2 drawer refrigeration system
Optional additional 24-gallon freezer
Propane oven
Dishwasher
US-spec propane conversion
Convection microwave
Twin stainless steel sinks
Hot and cold pressure water
Extensive storage cabinetry

Water Systems

Seagull water purification system in Galley
Watermaker
Pressurized freshwater system

Exterior & Deck Equipment
Cockpit and Social Areas

Cockpit enclosure in Textilene
Textilene trampoline cover
Two molded bow seats
Varnished cockpit table
Hull rub rail protection
Additional bow grab rails
Outdoor cockpit and foredeck cushions
Swim platform with ladder
Cockpit shower

Ground Tackle

Electric windlass
Anchor package
Mooring package
Dock lines
Fenders

Tender Equipment

Highfield 310 RIB tender
Outboard engine
Tender davits
Electric platform for launching and retrieval

Safety Equipment

Plastimo Transocean ISO 9650 Liferaft (10-person)
Carbon monoxide detectors
Safety equipment package
Multiple electric bilge pumps
Manual emergency bilge pump
Fire extinguishers
Horseshoe buoy
PFD packages
Flare kit

Cruising & Charter Inventory Included

This Astréa 42 was outfitted with an extensive WAypoints cruising package including:
Deck & Cruising Gear

Secondary anchor and rode
Boat hook
Binoculars
Complete tool kit
Waterproof Chesapeake Bay charts
Chesapeake Cruising Guide
Navigation tools
Deck brushes and cleaning equipment

Galley Inventory

Complete cookware package
Full dinnerware set
Complete flatware set
Pot and pan set
Coffee percolator
Tea kettle
Serving ware
Storage containers
Glassware and tumblers

Accommodations

Bedding packages
Pillows
Sheets
Blankets
Towels

Entertainment

Bose upgraded audio package
Fusion Bluetooth stereo
Television antenna system

Highlights

Owner’s Maestro Version
Twin Volvo D2 50 HP engines
11kW Generator
56,000 BTU Air Conditioning
Garmin Smart Cruising Package
Radar
AIS
Watermaker
1,095 Watts of Solar
3,000W Inverter/Charger
Dishwasher
Electric Heads (3)
Electric Platform
Liferaft
Extensive Cruising Inventory
Turnkey 

This is a highly specified Astréa 42 that was purpose-built for long-range cruising and self-sufficient living aboard, combining Fountaine Pajot’s award-winning design with a carefully selected list of premium factory and dealer-installed equipment.