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NAUTOR SWAN 44 | ASTRID

S&S and Nautors Swan 44, , is an evergreen classic. She has recently enjoyed a comprehensive refit, including new teak decks, updated spars, rigging, sails, and winches plus new engine and B&G nav. You will find professionally refurbished woodwork below decks, along with all new upholstery and a modernised galley. has been lovingly cared for by experienced owners. She is in impeccable condition and, of course, the sailing is sublime.

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