The Skye 51 is a classic ocean cruiser built in 1981 by Mao Ta Shipyard in Taiwan and designed by Kaufmann & Ladd under the commission of John Alden Yacht. With her solid GRP hull, composite deck, and encapsulated fin keel, she was built for serious bluewater passage-making. She balances powerful sailing performance with spacious living arrangements, offering three comfortable cabins, six berths, two heads, and a generous saloon. Her masthead ketch rig with removable inner stay provides flexibility for offshore conditions, while her timeless lines and sturdy build make her a standout among long-range cruisers. Between 2012 and 2017, this yacht underwent a comprehensive professional refit by a yacht refit project manager, ensuring that every structural, mechanical, and comfort element was either renewed or upgraded. The works included a full osmosis treatment, epoxy reinforcement of hull and deck, a rebuilt engine room, complete overhaul of her Perkins 85HP engine and transmission, new standing rigging, upgraded Lewmar deck hardware, and installation of modern Raymarine electronics. Below deck, she was refreshed with new ceilings, upholstery, mattresses, and fittings, blending her original layout with a fresh and welcoming feel. With only around 100 engine hours since her rebuild, she is in excellent condition and ready for her next adventure. Her equipment list is extensive: a near-new Doyle sail wardrobe (most sails unused), a Quick windlass with 140m of chain, 11 self-tailing Lewmar winches, teak cockpit decking, and robust stainless-steel fittings throughout. Electronics include a Raymarine C90w plotter, full ST60 instrumentation, autopilot, AIS, and VHF. She is well-prepared for offshore cruising with an 8-person liferaft, safety gear, and an Avon tender with Yamaha 9.9HP outboard. Combining proven ocean-going capability, a meticulous refit, and a full inventory of gear, this Skye 51 represents a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey bluewater yacht with the strength, elegance, and reliability to take her new owner anywhere in the world.