Without exaggeration, this 2017 Hanse 588 stands among the finest examples currently available — a truly best-optioned, turnkey Hanse 588 prepared for effortless Mediterranean cruising. Specced like a mini superyacht with no expense spared, she combines superior performance, luxurious (home style) comfort, and exceptional autonomy at sea.
Finished in elegant White-Grey (RAL 7047) with dark-grey waterline stripes, her aesthetic presence is matched by an extensive specification rarely seen on this model. Every detail has been considered — from full Flexiteek cover, the composite hardtop with sliding canvas roof , dual controls throughout, to the large garage and hydraulic bathing platform with tender launch system for the 100HP Williams 285 Sport tender, up to the 1,030 W solar array newly fitted in 2025.
This yacht is fully equipped for off-grid, long-range cruising, featuring 10 kVA generator, 40,000 BTU air-conditioning, 200 L/hr watermaker, lithium battery bank (2024), Victron Lynx BMS system (2024), and Starlink (2024) for high-speed connectivity anywhere. The combination of performance sails, hydraulic handling systems, and luxurious interior finish makes her ideal for both owner-driver use and crewed cruising alike.
Delivered with the most desirable factory packages — Cruising Package Plus, Comfort Package, Entertainment Package, TV Package — and continually upgraded, she offers an unmatched blend of capability and comfort.
This Hanse 588 is offered EX VAT, with the option to acquire the Greek-registered company for buyers wishing to maintain her tax-efficient status.
Key Features include:
- Fully battened FCL Main, Self-tacking jib, electric 145% furling genoa, gennaker with pro-furl furler
- Composite hardtop with sliding canvas roof, board racks and 1030W solar panel system (2025)
- Hydrolic bathing platform with “easy” Tender launch-system for the Williams Tender 285 Sport with 100 hp
- Victron Lithium batteries, enhanced 3000w Victron inverter and Starlink satellite
- 10KvA Generator, Full air-conditioning, Watermaker (200ltr/hr)
- 150HP Volvo engine, Bow and Stern Thruster
- Comprehensive B&G navigation suite with 12” plotters
- Swissway 2000 passarelle
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Interior & Exterior Features
INTERIOR FEATURES
Elegantly appointed and comfortable for long-range cruising, with a layout built for both owner and guest - comfort.
- “Silent” owner’s cabin forward: island double berth, dedicated head and separate shower stall, large storage & sound insulation
- Salon & galley: full functional island galley on starboard, lounge/dining area; salon table electrically lowers to convert into double berth
- Guest accommodation: VIP double berth and en-suite on port; guest cabin starboard with double berth and en-suite on starboard; additional toilet built in skipper/crew cabin (2018)
- Furniture & floorboard: Italian oak style furniture with satin varnish; acacia style floorboards
- Upholstery & soft-goods: “Valencia” light grey; mattresses standard for all berths, and fitted with high-end toppers
- Venetian blinds for side windows and sliding blinds with fly-screens for all hatches
- Galley worktop: Corian anthracite
- Comfort extras: Full air-conditioning (40,000 BTU) in salon, forward and aft cabins; washing/dryer machine (2023); dishwasher double fridge & freezer
- Sliding TV, Fusion audio system (inside and outside controls and speakers)
DECK & EXTERIOR FEATURES
Designed for ease of handling and luxurious outdoor living — the deck is both functional and stylish.
- Synthetic Teak throughout: cockpit bottom, benches, bathing platform, side-decks and coachroof
- Double steering system with GRP black wheels
- Double controls for Throttle, Thrusters and Autopilot
- Two electrically retractable cockpit tables convertible to sunbeds with cushions (new cockpit cushions 2024)
- Cockpit table with integrated wet bar incl. BBQ, sink, fridge
- Exterior shower with hot/cold water
- Lewmar 65 EST EVO electric halyard winches ×2; Lewmar 55 EST EVO electric secondary winches ×2
- Hydraulic bathing platform incl. remote control, tender launching system with air-compressor
- Hydrolic backstay tensioner
- Swissway 2000 passarelle
- Stainless steel side ladder
- Underwater lights ×4; courtesy deck lights integrated into toerail and side decks
- Bow- and Stern thrusters 24 V retractable (with dedicated battery),
- Anchor system: Anchor Ultra 45 stainless steel with flip swivel, 125 mtr stainless chain, automatic chain reader & remote
- Electrical deckwash pump in bow section with outlet on deck
- Ketch Anchor with 50 mtr chain
- Exterior covers: new sprayhood and boom sunshade (2024); fitted summer screens and new roof cover (2023);fitted winter screens (2022)
- Additional covers: cockpit table (dark grey), steering wheels (dark grey), winches and for all exterior tables.
- Sunbed cushions on coachroof (dark grey)
This Hanse 588 is being sold including a hi-specced 100HP Williams 285 Sport.
The tender is fully equipped including but not limited to: 100 hp engine, teak doorwells/side pods, dark grey upholstery (Milan Granite), VHF on tender, Fusion MP3 system, digital depth sounder, battery charger, telescopic paddle.
NAVIGATION & ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS | MECHANICAL & ENGINE FEATURES | SAILS & RIGGING
NAVIGATION & ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Fully equipped for modern cruising with top-tier electronics and upgraded power systems for reliability and autonomy.
- B&G Navigation Package: Zeus 12″ plotters at both helms; NavPods at each pedestal; Triton² displays; autopilot with dual control & remote; AIS Class B; forward-looking sonar; radar, GoFree wireless link
- Antenna package: All-in-one antenna at mast top (VHF, FM Radio, TV-analog & DVB-T)
- Electrical upgrades: 4×200 Ah lithium batteries (2024); Victron Lynx BMS/Multiplus 3000 (2024); solar panels 1030W installed 2025
- Starlink internet system (2024) for high-speed connectivity at sea
MECHANICAL & ENGINE FEATURES
Reliable and efficient drivetrain paired with comprehensive onboard systems designed for extended voyages.
- Engine: Volvo D3-150 shaft-drive with 4-blade folding propeller
- Bow-thruster - 24 V retractable incl. dedicated battery
- Stern-thruster - 24 V retraceable incl. dedicated battery
- Watermaker: Recent new membranes (2026)
- Heat exchanger: New (2024)
- Generator, full plumbing system and dedicated air-conditioning units: Two new Thermowell AC units (Salon 13 k; Master 10 k) fitted in 2022
SAILS & RIGGING
Equipped for performance and versatility, ideal for both comfortable cruising and spirited sailing.
- Rig: Standard mast with full batten mainsail and self-tacking jib; second forestay with second furler for 145% Genoa
- Sails: Elvström FCL triradial cut mainsail & self-tacking jib, Genoa 145% with vertical battens
- 280 Sqm Gennaker with Spinex 5.0 pro-furl system (2018)
- Rigging: Dyneema halyards for main & jib; Selden MDS slider system
- Canvas: Canvas lazybag for main(dark grey); canvas windscreen with inox frame (dark grey – plus windows); hard-top composite with sliding canvas roof
- Spreaders: LED spreader lights (6× up/down / new in pack)
- Winches: all 4 Lewmar electric winches as per deck features above
UPGRADES & RECENT ADDITIONS
This yacht has seen significant investment and thoughtful enhancements beyond factory options, making her an exceptional offering.
- Lithium battery bank (4×200 Ah) – 2024
- Victron Lynx BMS/Multiplus 3000 charger – 2024
- Solar panels 1,030 W – 2025
- Starlink system – 2024
- New wind sensor – 2024
- New B&G VHF + handset – 2024
- New roof cover – 2023
- New sprayhood and cockpit cushions – 2024
- New washing machine (Brandt 6kg top-loader) – 2023
- Fenders (Fendertex 1000) ×8 new 2025
- 12 p life raft, life vests, E-Pirb, danbuoy, fire-extinguishers (2x6kg/2x3kg)
Maintenance and ownership:
* Anti-fouled and polished 2025 (been done every year since 2017)
* Maintenance according to professional programme