“Blue Dream” is the kind of boat that rarely comes to market—a Jeanneau 54 Deck Saloon that has been continuously upgraded, professionally maintained, and thoughtfully prepared for serious cruising.
This is a true long-range cruiser with the space, systems, and reliability to go anywhere in comfort.
Designed by renowned naval architects Vittorio Garroni and Jacques Fauroux, Blue Dream showcases the proven performance and timeless elegance that has made the Jeanneau 54DS such a sought-after offshore cruiser. Her hull features a stable, relatively flat bottom with firm chines, a swept-back fin keel, and a responsive spade rudder—delivering both confident passagemaking and enjoyable sailing performance.
On deck, she offers a spacious and secure layout with a raised trunk cabin forward and a generous aft cockpit designed for both entertaining and passagemaking. Stainless steel bow and stern pulpits, along with double lifelines and sturdy stanchions, provide safety and peace of mind underway.
Below deck, Blue Dream truly shines with a bright, open, and intelligently designed interior. Forward, the vessel features a comfortable V-berth, complemented by a port-side guest cabin with upper and lower berths, and a nearby head. To starboard, a well-appointed double cabin includes a private ensuite head.
The main salon is warm and inviting, with a large U-shaped dinette to starboard and a comfortable settee to port—ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The L-shaped galley, positioned to port of the companionway, is well-equipped for extended cruising with a stove, sink, refrigeration, and a top-loading freezer. Opposite, a dedicated navigation station provides a functional and organized command center.
A hallmark of the 54DS design is the exceptional use of space aft, where twin cabins—each featuring generous queen berths and private ensuite heads—offer true comfort and privacy for owners and guests alike.
The cockpit is thoughtfully laid out with multiple storage lockers, including dedicated lazarettes beneath each helm seat and a centrally located propane locker with dual 10lb tanks. Additional storage to port accommodates auxiliary fuel for the tender and cruising needs.
Blue Dream is a well-balanced blend of performance, comfort, and intelligent design—an ideal platform for serious cruising or luxurious coastal exploration.
Unmatched Space – 5 Stateroom / 4 Head Layout
This rare layout transforms how you cruise:
A Galley That Works Offshore
Serious Electrical Systems = Real Independence
“Blue Dream” has been upgraded where it matters most—giving you the ability to cruise comfortably, off-grid, and without compromise:
Stay longer. Go further. Plug in less.
Modern Navigation & Connectivity (2022+)
Fully updated and ready for today’s cruising:
Comfort in Any Climate
Rigging, Deck & Sailing Systems
Confidence Comes Standard
The Opportunity
Boats like this don’t come along often—a Jeanneau 54 DS with:
This is a vessel that’s ready to leave the dock and keep going.
Bottom Line
If you’ve been searching for a fully equipped, offshore-capable cruising yacht that’s already had the money spent, Blue Dream delivers in every category.
Reach out today for full details and a private showing—this is one you’ll want to see in person-Contact Listing Broker Philip Cragg
Hull & Structural Integrity
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54DS features a solid fiberglass (GRP) hull construction, reinforced with encapsulated wood longitudinals for added strength and durability. Jeanneau’s proven build quality is evident throughout, with a partial bonded interior liner that enhances structural rigidity while maintaining a refined interior finish.
Unlike many production vessels, Jeanneau not only bonds but also mechanically tabs key structural supports directly into the hull—delivering exceptional stiffness and long-term integrity.
Some interior hull areas are naturally concealed by the liner system, which is typical of this design and contributes to the yacht’s overall strength and finish quality.
Hull-to-Deck Joint
The hull-to-deck connection is robust and well-engineered, utilizing a molded flange system where the deck is securely bedded to the hull. This is mechanically fastened with a full-length wooden toe rail, through-bolted on 4-inch centers, creating a tight and reliable seal.
Inspection of accessible areas shows no signs of movement or separation, reinforcing the vessel’s structural soundness.
Keel Attachment
The keel is directly bolted to the hull in a traditional and dependable configuration. While only two keel bolts are accessible for inspection, any previously noted minor corrosion has been fully addressed.
In 2025, the hull-to-keel joint was professionally serviced by Fraser Fiberglass, and is now reported to be fair, clean, and presenting like new, with no corrosion evident. The joint is tight, secure, and ready for extended cruising.
Decks / Superstructure
The decks are of fibreglass construction with balsa core and a moulded non-skid finish. Teak overlay is professionally integrated throughout the cockpit and recessed side-deck access areas, set into flush mouldings for a clean, high-end appearance.
Deck Equipment & Layout
The foredeck is well arranged with twin Delrin roller fairleads mounted on a stainless-steel bow plate, allowing secure and efficient anchor stowage forward of the stem.
Ventilation and access are excellent, with a forward 24” x 24” aluminium-framed hatch providing light, airflow, emergency egress, and sail handling capability. Additional deck ventilation is provided by multiple opening hatches: three over the saloon, dedicated heads and cabin hatches throughout, and a large forward cabin hatch arrangement ensuring strong natural light and airflow below.
Two Dorade vents serve the saloon area and are fitted with stainless protection hoops to prevent line fouling.
Deck hardware is well laid out for offshore sailing, including multiple genoa track positions on both inboard and outboard locations, allowing flexible sail trim options. A spinnaker pole is neatly stowed on the mast.
The sail-handling systems are efficiently led aft via mast partners and multi-sheave cheek blocks, enabling clean cockpit control. A mainsheet traveller with 2:1 purchase is mounted on the coachroof forward of the dodger, complemented by a powerful 6:1 rigid boom vang.
Canvas protection includes a usable dodger and a well-supported bimini, both mounted on robust 1 1/4” stainless steel frames, providing excellent cockpit shelter.
Safety is enhanced by stainless steel bow and stern pulpits with double lifelines and double-braced stanchions at key load points.
Winches & Hardware
Winch package is strong and well-suited to short-handed cruising:
Mooring & Deck Hardware
The vessel is equipped with substantial 14” cleats at bow and stern, plus midship cleats for secure spring line handling and harbour operations.
Standing Rigging (Major Highlight)
The rig features a keel-stepped aluminium mast and boom with integral furling mainsail and roller furling headstay. The rig incorporates triple spreaders with intermediate stays, providing excellent stiffness and load distribution for offshore performance.
All standing rigging is 5/8” (14mm) stainless steel 1x19 wire with swaged fittings and robust chainplate assemblies tied into structural bulkheads and backing plates.
Most importantly: the standing rigging was fully replaced in 2019.This represents a significant and valuable upgrade, greatly reducing future maintenance requirements and providing strong reassurance for offshore cruising.
DC Systems
The vessel is fitted with a robust and well-organized 12V DC electrical system designed for reliable offshore and extended cruising use.
House power is supplied by 4 x 12V marine-grade lithium batteries, installed beneath the chart table sole and protected via a spark-proof selector switch for enhanced safety and system integrity.
Engine starting is provided by a dedicated 12V Deka Marine Series 2 starting battery (60Ah), securely mounted beneath the cabin sole at the entrance to the starboard aft cabin.
House distribution is managed through marine-grade, plastic-coated copper wiring and is protected by individual circuit breakers for each circuit. The 12V distribution panel includes both a voltmeter and ammeter for clear system monitoring.
Charging is efficiently handled via multiple integrated sources, including the engine alternator and a Xantrex Freedom HF charger, ensuring dependable battery management underway and in port. No signs of overheating or electrical stress were observed in any visible wiring.
Charging & Power Management
A comprehensive charging system supports extended cruising capability, including:
This multi-source setup provides excellent redundancy, fast recovery rates, and strong off-grid autonomy.
AC Systems
The vessel is equipped with a 50A shore power inlet, supporting full onboard AC requirements when dockside.
AC distribution is routed through marine-grade, plastic-coated copper wiring and protected by individual circuit breakers, ensuring safe and reliable operation throughout the vessel.
Heads / Sanitation Systems
The vessel is equipped with four (4) heads, each fitted with a new Sea-Land VacuFlush marine toilet system, complete with integral vacuum pump and dedicated vacuum chamber installed in adjacent lockers above. Each system is paired with its own dedicated holding tank, also located in nearby lockers for efficient space utilization and service access.
Each holding tank is equipped with a deck pump-out fitting for shoreside discharge, as well as a through-hull overboard discharge option where permitted. All sanitation hoses are recently replaced, professionally installed, and primarily double-clamped for maximum reliability and safety.
All legacy manual toilet through-hull fittings have been properly decommissioned, closed, and securely sealed above the waterline, ensuring a clean, modern, and compliant sanitation setup throughout the vessel.
Sea Connections / Below-Water Systems
All below-waterline fittings are upgraded to Marelon composite sea valves and seacocks, offering corrosion-free, long-term reliability.
The vessel includes:
All seacocks operate smoothly and confidently, confirming good mechanical condition. Aboard are also wooden emergency soft plugs, providing additional safety backup for all critical through-hull fittings.
Bilge Pumping System
Bilge management is handled by a robust multi-pump system including:
This layered system provides strong redundancy for both automatic and manual dewatering capability.
Fresh Water / Domestic Water System
Freshwater is supplied via three welded aluminum tanks with a total capacity of approximately 931 litres, securely installed beneath the main salon sole for optimal weight distribution.
Water is delivered through a plastic distribution system to a FLOJET pressure pump, supplying the galley and cockpit shower located in the port aft seat locker.
Hot water is provided via a 12 US gallon water heater, which is heated both electrically (110V shore power) and through the engine’s coolant heat-exchange system, ensuring hot water availability underway or at dock.
Powered by a proven Yanmar 4JH3 HTE 100HP marine diesel engine, this vessel delivers reliable, efficient cruising performance backed by professional maintenance and thoughtful upgrades throughout.
The engine drives through a stainless-steel shaft with a salt-water lubricated dripless shaft seal, ensuring smooth operation and reduced maintenance underway. Transmission is a Yanmar gearbox with a 2.89:1 reduction ratio, providing strong torque delivery and dependable propulsion characteristics.
Engine instrumentation is comprehensive, including tachometer, hour meter, and fuel gauge, along with warning lights and alarms for oil pressure, alternator output, and engine temperature—offering clear and immediate system feedback while underway.
Installation is solid and well-secured, with all hoses reported as new in 2022, reflecting ongoing care and attention to mechanical integrity.
Professionally serviced by Pleasure Craft Marine, the engine benefits from a strong maintenance history, including recent oil change and oil analysis confirming healthy internal condition. Supporting upgrades include an upgraded alternator for improved charging performance and a dripless shaft seal for clean, efficient operation.
With 9,075 hours, the engine reflects consistent, real-world cruising use and ongoing professional upkeep, and continues to run smoothly and confidently—well suited for extended coastal cruising or liveaboard reliability.
A Mantus plough anchor (approx. 30 kg) is fitted, connected via a shackle and equipped with an anchor swivel for improved handling and reduced twisting under load. The chain rode is of unspecified length and specification.
Anchoring operations are assisted by a Lofrans Albatross 24V, 1500-watt electric windlass, with control switches located conveniently at the foredeck for safe and efficient operation.
Galley located on port side on slightly lower level, one step down Synthetic resin countertop with : top icebox cover, folding stove cover, dish drain, double sink with covers, drawers 140 liter refrigerator, seawater cooled Front-loading refrigerator door, shelves, storage bin 140 liter icebox, top loading, with storage bins Fresh and seawater foot pump Upper shelf furnishings for microwave, dishes, and storage Oven ventilator fan, 4 burner stove/oven with crash bar Three cutlery drawers, trash basket on sliding rail Storage locker on aft bulkhead Access to thru-hulls behind salon seat backrest Glass divider between galley and salon Mixer tap with flexible hose Handrail and compression post for mainsail traveler track
Balsa sandwich deck for rigidity and insulation Deck liner. Deck Hardware: Stainless steel double sheave bow fitting with swinging bow roller Open bow pulpit Stainless steel stern pulpit with buoy bracket and flagstaff holder Double lifelines Port and starboardlifeline gates Teak rubrail with built-in chocks 6 mooring cleats with chocks Anchor locker 1500 W deck-mounted electric windlass, for 12mm chain Spinlock jammers and Harken turning blocks for halyards and control lines 2 cockpit coaming winches for genoa sheets 2 roof winches for the main, genoa and spinnaker 2 genoa sheet tracks with adjustable Harken fairleads Genoa sheet turning blocks Harken adjustable mainsail traveler on roof Folding padeyes on deck Padeye for spinnaker pole downhaul Fiberglass halyard cover, roof handrails, companionway and cockpit handrails
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Pacific Coast Yacht Sales does not guarantee nor warranty the presence of or the validity of safety equipment on the boats that we sell.
Details
ManufacturerJeanneau
ModelSun Odyssey 54 DS
Year (Build / Refit)2005
Length14.8m
Total Power100 hp
Beam4.8m
Specifications
Dimensions
Length14.8m
Max Draft2.3m
Beam4.8m
Hull
MaterialGRP
ShapeMonohull
Weight
Dry Weight18.0 t
Accommodation
Guest Cabins4
Bathrooms4
Features
Windlass
Propulsion
Engine 1
Engine MakeYanmar
Engine Model4JH3 HTE
Engine Hours9085
Engine TypeInboard
Drive TypeInboard Direct-Drive
Fuel TypeDiesel
Power100 hp
Year2005
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