Moody 45 DS

The Moody 45 Decksaloon is designed to make sailing a pleasure. It was the first of these ground breaking deck saloon yachts to be created and they have been selling with rave reviews since their first launch in 2008. All the splendid features of her smaller and larger sisters was learnt from the 45 DS. She sails fantastically and much better than most of the eagerly awaiting owners and yachting press expected due to her fantastic Bill Dixon hull design, which has carried on throughout the fleet.

The catch phrase of the 45 DS was that the sun always shines down below and that is certainly true with her unique one level living. With this concept, you enter the cabin via large sliding doors and the saloon and galley are bathed in 360-degree natural light and great visibility. A forward facing chart table with optional throttle controls allow you to do a watch from inside. Going forward and below gives access to the large owner’s stateroom, and two guest cabins, with two heads and stall showers. You can alter the interior layout to suit your preference and style, one guest cabin can become an office, or even a lower galley, giving more space that is social in the saloon.

Up on deck the self-tacking jib ensures easy and safe handling for a small crew, supported by powerful winches. The yacht can be easily maneuvered from the helm station and all sails also easily adjustable from the helm position as well. Everyone on-board will feel very safe thanks to the solid continuous bulwark and guardrail, which offers all round security when moving around on deck. Protected by a sliding bimini, the large cockpit serves as the ideal social area in all weather conditions. A large swim platform lowers and gives access to the dinghy storage locker. When raised the platform helps keep the cockpit safely enclosed.