Fairline 36 Sedan

Moon Shadow  is a Fairline Sedan 36 that presents as a practical and well-balanced flybridge cruiser, offering a good combination of interior volume, usable deck space, and straightforward handling. She is a design that continues to appeal for those looking for a capable coastal cruiser with the added benefit of comfortable onboard accommodation.

The layout is particularly well suited to extended time aboard, which is how she is currently being used. The saloon provides a central living space with good light and visibility, along with a lower helm position that allows for sheltered passage making when required. Seating is arranged to offer both comfort and practicality, with a folding table and sensible circulation through to the galley and accommodation areas.

The galley is positioned on the lower level with an L-shaped layout that provides workable space and good storage for cruising requirements. It is equipped for longer stays onboard and connects well with the saloon, making it a sociable and functional area. Accommodation is arranged with a forward master cabin featuring a large island double berth and good storage provision, along with a separate twin guest cabin.

Both cabins offer natural light and ventilation, with a practical arrangement of lockers, shelving, and hanging space. The heads compartment includes a shower arrangement and is accessed conveniently from the accommodation area. Externally, the flybridge provides a secondary helm position with seating and good visibility, making it both an operational and social space.

The aft cockpit is well protected with enclosure panels and leads directly to the swim platform, which enhances usability for water access and general cruising activity. Wide side decks and solid guardrails allow safe movement around the vessel. Mechanically, she is powered by a Volvo TAMD-60C commercial-rated diesel engine with approximately 1800 hours, supported by bow and stern thrusters which assist with close quarters handling.

The electrical system includes updated domestic and start batteries along with a Victron inverter system supporting onboard services. Overall,  Moon Shadow  is a capable and honest example of the Fairline Sedan 36, offering a practical cruising platform with genuine liveaboard potential and solid sea-keeping characteristics.

Brokers Remarks I find Moon Shadow to be a straightforward and practical Fairline Sedan 36 that has clearly been used and enjoyed by her current owners. She has the feel of a boat that is part of everyday life rather than something that has been left idle, which is reflected in how she presents.

She offers a sensible layout that works well for extended time onboard, with good accommodation, a usable flybridge, and a layout that makes sense for both cruising and living aboard. She is not overcomplicated, and that in many ways is part of her appeal. For me, she represents a solid and dependable platform that will suit someone looking for a comfortable cruiser with genuine versatility.

Accommodation : Saloon Spacious main saloon with L-shaped seating arrangement Additional saloon seating to port Folding saloon table Lower helm station with helm seat Helm instrumentation console Carpeted saloon sole Blue upholstery throughout seating areas Large panoramic side windows Opening windows for ventilation Diesel warm air heating system (Eberspächer/typical installation) FM stereo system Saloon lighting (overhead and ambient) Storage cupboards and shelving throughout Galley L-shaped galley layout Gas cooker with 3-burner hob Gas oven and grill Microwave oven Refrigerator (under-counter style) Twin stainless steel sinks Hot and cold pressurised water system Water pump system Ample storage cupboards and drawers Worktop surfaces with moulded edges Galley lighting and ventilation Chart Table Dedicated navigation station adjacent to lower helm Full electrical distribution panel AC/DC breaker panel Chart storage space Instrument mounting area Navigation light switches Access to onboard systems monitoring Galley lighting and ventilation   Heads Marine toilet system Shower compartment Wash basin with storage vanity Hot and cold pressurised water Mirror and lighting Storage lockers Opening deck hatch for ventilation and natural light Shower drain system Cabin Forward master cabin with large island double berth Mattress with surrounding storage lockers Hull-side shelving and cupboards Hanging lockers Opening deck hatch and side windows for ventilation Guest cabin with twin single berths Hanging locker Overhead lockers Hull-side storage Lighting and ventilation via opening windows/hatches Cabin corridor with storage and access to heads Carpeted accommodation areas Inventory : Cockpit and Deck Aft cockpit with moulded seating areas Access to swim platform Integrated swim platform with stainless steel swim ladder Hot and cold deck shower (typical factory fit) Lofrans Cayman electric windlass with deck controls Anchor roller and chain locker forward Foredeck hatches providing access to forward cabin and heads Stainless steel guardrails and bow pulpit Coachroof handrails Flybridge with helm station and seating Flybridge instrument console Flybridge covers and dodgers Radar arch with aerial mounting points Spotlight with remote control Navigation lights Horn Fender baskets Cockpit enclosure system for extended seasonal use   Electronics and Navigation Raymarine RL70C Pathfinder radar/plotter system Raymarine radar scanner Raymarine ST5000+ autopilot system Raymarine ST60+ Tridata (speed, depth, log) Raymarine flybridge repeater display Furuno Navtex NX-300 weather and navigation receiver VHF Marine IC-M601 radio Compass at lower helm Compass at flybridge helm Rudder angle indicator Glomex antenna system Aerials for VHF and navigation systems Misc and Safety Ropes and fenders Fender baskets Boat hook storage Full cockpit enclosure system Flybridge covers and instrumentation covers Stainless steel guardrails throughout Handrails to coachroof and flybridge access Navigation lights Horn system Wipers to lower helm windows Bilge pumping system (automatic and manual) Fire blanket location (standard installation – not inventoried equipment) Mechanical : Engine and Systems Volvo TAMD-60C diesel engine (commercial rated) 250HP Approximately 1800 hours Serviced 2025 Shaft drive propulsion Bronze propellers Hydraulic steering system Engine room ventilation and sound insulation Engine room access via saloon sole hatch Bow thruster fitted Stern thruster fitted Victron Energy Blue Power inverter system Battery charger Domestic battery bank: 4 x (2024) Engine start batteries: 2 x (2023) Thruster battery bank: 2 x 24V (2026) 12V / 24V onboard electrical systems Engine alternator charging system Shore power connection with onboard distribution panel Circuit breaker protected electrical system