44' Gozzard 44B MKII

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Arion is a well-maintained 2002 Gozzard 44B MKII, a cutter-rigged cruising yacht offered at $399,000 and located in Thomaston, Maine. Crafted by Gozzard Yachts and designed by H. Ted Gozzard, this vessel is renowned for its blend of elegance, rugged construction, and offshore capabilities. With a 44-foot hull length and a 50-foot overall length (including bowsprit and transom), this model represents an ideal two-person liveaboard yacht designed for long-range bluewater cruising.

The Arion features the highly sought-after B interior layout. Forward is a private stateroom with an island queen berth, an innerspring mattress, and ensuite head with shower. The saloon includes an L-shaped settee to port with a dining table, and two comfortable chairs to starboard with a table that doubles as a nav station. Aft to port is a guest cabin with its own head and pull-out shower, while the starboard-side galley is designed for offshore functionality, featuring a Force 10 propane stove, large insulated refrigeration/freezer compartments, microwave, and Seagull freshwater filtration.

Interior craftsmanship includes American cherry joinery, a butterfly hatch in the saloon, and extensive ventilation options, including numerous stainless steel opening ports, hatches, dorade boxes, and a hardtop dodger with a full canvas enclosure. The vessel also offers an impressive 200-gallon freshwater capacity and an 11-gallon hot water heater.

Arion is powered by a naturally aspirated 82 hp Westerbeke 82B diesel engine with approximately 1,951 hours. The propulsion system includes a ZF25M transmission, a 3-blade MaxProp, and Vetus Bull-Flex coupling for reduced vibration. Electrical systems are robust, including a Fischer Panda 8kW generator (463 hours), Magnum inverter/charger, and a 1,200 Ah 12V house battery bank with a semi-automatic rehydration system. Engine starting is supported by a dedicated AGM battery and a 225-amp alternator.

Sailing systems include in-mast furling for the main, Schaefer roller furling for the headsails, stainless steel standing rigging, and a Lewmar electric winch. The main sail is approximately five years old, with the genoa and staysail around seven years old. A 12V bow thruster aids in maneuvering.

Electronics include a Raymarine suite with C90 MFD, radar, autopilot, depth, speed, and wind instrumentation, as well as SiriusXM weather, Icom M802 VHF with helm mic, AIS, TV, and stereo.

The deck features a hardtop dodger, bow platform with dual anchor rollers, electric windlass, cockpit shower, stylized bronze dolphins, full-length rub rails, genuine Asian teak trim, and dinghy davits rated for 400 lbs. Safety equipment includes a Lifesling, electric flare, EPIRB (battery replacement due), smoke and CO alarms, and multiple bilge pumps.

The hull is constructed with Corecell foam core and vinylester resin in a cored laminate configuration for strength, insulation, and blister resistance. It features an extended fin keel with external lead ballast, fiberglass rudder with internal stainless web, and a vacuum-assisted layup technique. The hull bottom was refinished in 2025, and all through-hulls use Marelon seacocks.

With superior build quality, proven offshore capabilities, and thoughtful cruising amenities, Arion offers turnkey performance and comfort for adventurous sailors.