Dufour 500 Grand Large | Well-Specified Luxury Cruiser with Owner's LayoutThis Dufour 500 Grand Large combines impressive sailing performance with luxurious onboard comfort. Designed by Umberto Felci and built by Dufour Yachts in France, "Stairway To Heaven" offers generous living space and a specification suited to Mediterranean cruising, offshore passages and extended stays aboard.Powered by a Volvo Penta D2-75 diesel engine with saildrive transmission, she delivers reliable performance under power. In addition, a folding propeller, Fisher Panda generator and Side Power bow thruster improve manoeuvrability and onboard independence. Under sail, her Selden rig, slab-reefing mainsail, roller-furling genoa and twin-wheel steering system provide confident handling and rewarding performance.Below deck, the sought-after three-cabin owner's layout offers comfortable accommodation for family and guests. The interior includes three electric heads, separate shower facilities, five-zone air conditioning and Webasto heating. Together, these features create a welcoming environment for extended cruising.The galley is well equipped and benefits from extensive refrigeration and generous storage. In addition, large hull windows and deck hatches bring plenty of natural light below. The result is a bright and airy feel throughout the interior.On deck, the large bathing platform creates an ideal space for relaxing at anchor. A sprayhood, bimini and passarelle further enhance comfort aboard. Likewise, solar panels support energy independence during extended cruising.A structural survey completed in 2025 provides additional reassurance for prospective buyers. Another highlight is the combination of space, equipment and practical design. As such, this yacht suits both family cruising and longer offshore adventures."Stairway To Heaven" is currently lying in Leros, Greece. She presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a highly specified 50-foot cruising yacht ready for her next adventure. Construction White GRP hull constructionWhite GRP superstructureIntegrated non-slip GRP deckFin keel with iron ballastTwin wheel steering systemSpade rudderStructural survey completed in 2025 Machinery Volvo Penta D2-75 diesel engine75hp outputApprox. 2,100 engine hoursSaildrive transmissionFolding propellerEngine serviced in 2024Fisher Panda 5000i generator5kW outputApprox. 800 generator hoursRetractable Side Power electric bow thruster Electrics 12V onboard electrical system4 domestic lead-acid batteriesApprox. 500Ah domestic battery capacity1kW inverter2 solar panelsApprox. 500W solar charging capacityShore power connection Tankage 400 litres fuel capacity in two tanks500 litres freshwater capacity in three tanks150 litre holding tank Accommodation Owner's three-cabin layoutSleeps up to 9Forward owner's cabinTwo additional double guest cabins3 electric-flush headsSeparate shower facilitiesExtensive storage throughout Domestic 5-zone air conditioning systemWebasto heating systemDomesticGas cooker with ovenThree-burner hobMicrowave ovenDishwasher3 refrigerators2 freezersTwin stainless-steel sinksLarge televisionPioneer audio systemHi-Fi stereoSubwoofer Deck Electric anchor windlassCockpit and foredeck windlass controlsApprox. 80m anchor chainSprayhoodBiminiPassarelleDeck showerLarge bathing platformArch for dinghy and solar panels6 mooring warps8 fendersUnderwater lightingStern mooring lightsCustom covers and branding package Navigation Electric anchor windlassCockpit and foredeck windlass controlsApprox. 80m anchor chainSprayhoodBiminiPassarelleDeck showerLarge bathing platformArch for dinghy and solar panels6 mooring warps8 fendersUnderwater lightingStern mooring lightsCustom covers and branding packageNavigationBinnacle compassVHF radioIntegrated navigation systemSilent autopilotTwin wheel steering position Safety Life raft included Rig & Sails Sloop rig configurationSelden aluminium mastDeck-stepped mastStainless steel standing riggingSplit backstay arrangementRetractable bowspritDacron slab-reefing mainsailDacron roller furling genoa3 electric winches3 manual winches2 Lewmar primary self-tailing winches4 Lewmar coachroof self-tailing winches