To be the flagship of the walk around series, the Sun Odyssey 490 had to set the bar for innovation, performance, and comfort. Phillippe Briand and Jean-Marc Piaton took on the challenge and designed a boat that not only sets the standard for the Sun Odyssey range, but redefines what is capable in the 50 foot cruising market. In this design, Lombard added even more hull volume to the Sun Odyssey lines, delivering greater sailing performance, more interior space for guests comfort, and more lounge areas on topside. As with every Sun Odyssey, the cockpit ergonomics are second to none. Every sheet is cleverly led to the helm station, where the boat can be easily single or double handed. The massive cockpit lounge is framed by the iconic walk around decks, which make movement around the boat easier than ever before. However, the game changer comes when the convertible coamings, the unfolding seat backs, are set up as beds. The entire aft eight feet of the boat transform into a cushioned sun bathing deck. The open concept interior is bathed in light, as the main salon features many rows of windows and hatches. The central U-shaped galley is optimally placed for comfort while under way, as well as serving meals in the salon. In the 490, the nav station is particularly emphasized, as there is an aft facing bench added to it, elevating this feature into a coffee nook or home office. However, it’s the forward stateroom where this boat really sets itself apart. The square queen bed has plenty of space to walk around on all sides, and the large central armoire is perfect for mounting a television for viewing in bed. The gorgeous shower stall is placed on centerline, allowing for 6’6” headroom; a luxury usually only found on much larger boats.

Her sleek and elegant lines, combined with the versatility of an ingenious layout, enable her to suit all cruising styles. The JEANNEAU YACHTS 60 has been designed to be tailored to satisfy all preferences and cruising lifestyles.  She allows numerous choices, such as an arch, a hardtop, an exterior galley, releasable forestay, furling mast, with which you would transform her from a sporty “Mediterranean” yacht to a fully-fledged offshore cruiser for longer voyages. The JEANNEAU YACHTS 60 can be split into four living areas, each offering multiple options: the forepeak, the forward cabins, the salon with the forward galley, and the aft cabins. The forepeak: three versions are possible, with a large sail locker, a skipper cabin, or a sixth cabin. Next, two versions of the forward area are possible: an owners’ cabin or two cabins, each with a double berth. The bulkhead that divides the two forward cabins can be slid forward into a dedicated storage space creating one open space. Then one berth can be transformed into a sofa, creating a suite on demand. Three possible layouts are available for the starboard side of the salon: a version with a sofa and adjacent chart table, a lateral twin bunk cabin, or an “open plan” version that could accommodate two free-standing armchairs. Finally, the aft living area can be configured as either an owner’s cabin or as two cabins, featuring one double berth on starboard, and a twin bunk to port. The JEANNEAU YACHTS 60 combines internal expertise of the JEANNEAU Design department, sharp design by Andrew Winch, and complete mastery of naval architecture by Philippe Briand. Deck plans and interior layouts are enhanced by high-performance technology and some of the finest materials. Our quest for unprecedented comfort onboard is paired with our desire to offer a yacht demonstrating “best in class” sailing abilities. The proportions are perfect, thanks to its maximized waterline versus overall length and carefully balanced distribution of living space.   The deck, with its contemporary style, gives this large yacht timeless appeal. The innovative deck layout features an inverted bow, a hull chine, an integrated bowsprit, a high sheer line, as well as walk-around sidedecks, making movement about the boat easy. The longitudinal garage accommodates a 10-foot tender that can be launched and retrieved effortlessly.