"SERENA" is a timelessly elegant 65-foot raised-saloon bluewater cruiser, built using the renowned WEST System wood-epoxy construction.
Designed in Italy and hand-crafted at a historic shipyard in Ukraine, she combines traditional craftsmanship with modern performance and comfort — ideal for extended cruising or luxury liveaboard sailing.
Construction & Design
**Build Year:** 2006
**Builder:** Ukraine
**Design:** Italian raised-saloon concept
**Construction:** WEST System epoxy with oak frames and triple mahogany planking
**Below Waterline:** GRP sheathing for strength and durability
**Decks:** Teak laid
**Insulation:** Excellent heat, sound, and vibration isolation due to wood-epoxy build
**Interior**
The handcrafted mahogany interior offers classic elegance and superior comfort.
Accommodation for **6 guests** in **3 ensuite cabins**, plus a **crew cabin with ensuite** in the forepeak.
**Highlights:**
* Forward master cabin with offset double berth
* Two ensuite aft guest cabins with double berths
* Crew cabin forward with twin bunks and private head
* Cream leather upholstery throughout
* Reverse-cycle air conditioning (Climma Air)
* Washer, ceramic hob, oven, microwave, front-opening fridge & freezer
* Vacuum-flush toilets
**Deck & Rigging**
**Rig Type:** Cutter rig
**Sails:** Furling genoa, furling staysail, fully battened mainsail on low-friction battencars
**Additional:** Gennaker with snuffer
**Sail Handling:**
* Powered main halyard winch at mast base
* All sail controls led aft to helm
* Guest cockpit free of lines and clutter
**Deck Equipment:**
* Harken winch package
* Recently fitted stainless-steel bimini
* Raised saloon profile offering excellent cockpit protection
**Navigation & Electronics**
* Raymarine navigation suite with radar and chart plotters (helm & chart table)
* Mastervolt electrical systems with inverter and charger
* Mastervolt Whisper 12 Ultra generator (engine recently replaced)
**Mechanical & Systems**
**Engine:** Volvo D5 A TA, 140hp diesel
**Generator:** Mastervolt Whisper 12 Ultra
**Watermaker**
**Electrical:** 220V AC system
**Heating / Cooling:** Climma reverse-cycle air conditioning
**Additional:** Full winter cover set for hull and decks
**Usage & Condition**
*SERENA* has only seen light private and limited charter use (MCA coded) and has participated in select boat shows and promotional events.
She has been meticulously maintained by her original builder and remains in excellent overall condition — ready for immediate bluewater cruising.
**Key Features**
✅ WEST System mahogany-on-oak construction
✅ Raised saloon with panoramic views
✅ Luxurious mahogany interior with ensuite cabins
✅ Cutter rig with easy sail handling
✅ Raymarine electronics and full navigation suite
✅ Generator, watermaker, air conditioning
✅ Lightly used and immaculately maintained
**Broker’s Comments**
A truly distinctive yacht, *SERENA* stands out for her craftsmanship, comfort, and timeless design.
Perfect for sailors seeking a robust, elegant, and fully equipped long-range cruising yacht.