The 52.5-metre Vitters sloop Anne has been sold with Hoek Brokerage representing the seller and Andrew LeBuhn of Camper & Nicholsons introducing the buyer.
Delivered in the Netherlands in 2009 by the sailing yacht specialist yard, the aluminium yacht was designed by Hoek Design Naval Architects with interior finished by RWD – then known as Redman Whiteley Dixon.
According to the brokers, "Anne is one of the largest sloops in the world". Purpose-built for global cruising, she has already completed a circumnavigation - a "proven world explorer".
Formerly named Erica XII, the sloop was "crafted as the culmination of eleven previous custom sailing yacht projects". Her hull was constructed in the Netherlands by Gouwerok, using Sealium to enhance stability and performance.
Southern Spars created the carbon-fibre rig that includes in-boom furling, while new North 3Di headsails and push-button sailing with Rondal captive winches and Reckman headsail furling make for top performance with minimal crew. Anne is said to be inspired by the success of the 54.6-metre Adele, also built by Vitters.
A private owner's aft deckhouse directly connected to the owner's cabin provides her owners with privacy for long-term cruising. De Ruyter Quality Interiors finished the Cuban mahogany woodwork throughout the interior.
With four further guest cabins, Anne sleeps an owner's party of up to 12, while further quarters accommodate a crew of up to eight.
There are twin helm stations aft of the protected guest cockpit and guests can enjoy further seating aft around a pair of tables. The classic look belies top sailing performance, as expected from Hoek and Vitters, with the 4.6-metre keel helping the 279GT vessel move effortlessly under sail.
The ABS-classed sailing yacht recently underwent her 15-year survey, in addition to upgrades including new teak decks and refurbished varnish. A single 1,200hp Caterpillar diesel engine provides power when required.
Anne was last asking €23,000,000.