Lutetia is a 2005 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 40.3. She is a well-maintained and extensively upgraded cruising yacht, presented in excellent condition and ready for her next owner. Designed by Daniel Andrieu, the Sun Odyssey 40.3 is renowned for her comfortable accommodation, capable sailing performance and ease of handling, making her equally suited to coastal cruising and longer offshore passages. During the current ownership, the yacht has benefited from continuous investment and careful maintenance. She features a replacement Yanmar 56hp engine installed in 2015, standing rigging renewed in 2021, new mainsail and genoa in 2026, new dinghy in 2026, solar panel installed 2026, hull sandblasted 2026, Raymarine navigation equipment, bow thruster, diesel cabin heating and an electric anchor windlass, offering an impressive specification for a yacht of this size. Lutetia was prepared for and has recently completed a successful circumnavigation of the UK, she has proven herself to be a comfortable, reliable and capable cruising yacht. Following her voyage, she will be presented ready for her next adventure. Below decks, the spacious interior offers comfortable accommodation with three cabins, two heads and a bright, well-appointed saloon, making her ideal for family cruising or extended time aboard. The practical layout, generous storage and excellent ventilation have made the Sun Odyssey 40.3 one of Jeanneau’s most popular cruising models. With her combination of recent major upgrades, proven cruising pedigree and sought-after specification, this Sun Odyssey 40.3 represents an excellent opportunity for anyone looking for a yacht that is ready to step aboard and sail away.
ACCOMMODATION
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 40.3 sleeps 6 in three cabins plus 2 in the saloon. She has very good head room throughout and the saloon is particularly light and spacious. The galley has a two burner hob and oven, spacious refrigerator, plenty of dry storage and complete sets of plates, bowls, mugs, glasses, pans and utensils. The diesel heater gives excellent warmth to the saloon and all cabins. The aft heads has a shower area and electric sea toilet and there is an en suite heads for the forward cabin.
MECHANICAL AND RIGGING
Yanmar 4JH5E 56hp
Engine new in 2015, professionally serviced annually.
Folding prop
Electric windlass
Main and Genoa (New April 2026)
Cruising chute with snuffer and sheets
Standing Rigging (New 2021)
Bow thruster
Holding tank
Diesel tank inspection hatches (new 2026)Shore power
5 batteries, 3 domestic, 1 starter ,1 windlass
2 heads and 2 showers
Stern hot and cold shower
Dinghy snap davits
Brunton folding prop
Ultra sonic antifouling
Hot and cold pressurised water system
Bow Sprit
Spinnaker pole
Spray Hood
Swimming ladder
Hull – Stripped to the Gelcoat and re-antifouled (April 2026)
INVENTORY
Raymarine GPS plotter
Radar
Raymarine Autopilot
VHF dsc radio
Handheld radio
Wind speed and direction
Depth and log
Life raft
Danbuoy
Horseshoe lifebelt
Boat hooks x 2
Television x 2
Refrigerator – new condenser (April 2026)
Stereo with saloon and cockpit speakers
Electric Heads aft – Renewed piping, joker valve and drive belt (April 2026)
Manual Heads forward – renewed piping, joker valve (April 2026)
Fresh water filter system to galley
Invertor (dc to mains)
Gas and carbon monoxide alarms
Hydrometer
Emergency tiller and extension
Underwater camera
Safety Harness x 5
Grab bag
Double sinks in galley
Cutlery, crockery and glasses Pots, pans and cooking utensilsBoom tent cover
Fender step
Transom bbq
Hosepipe
Mast climber
Rigging cutters
Fenders and warps
Kedge anchor and chain
Radar reflector
Engine room fire extinguisher
Fire extinguishers in all cabins
Extensive store of spares, repair material, fixings etc
Workbench toolbox complete with extensive range of tools
In addition to routine and annual servicing, the following work and renewals were undertaken for the UK circumnavigation:
New Main and Genoa – Kemp Sails
New Dinghy
Fridge condenser replaced and system serviced and re-gassed
Solar panel installed
Toilets serviced and discharge pipes renewed/serviced
Diesel tank inspection hatches installed Hull stripped to gel coat and 5 coats anti-foul applied
