As with many Swans of this era, CIVITA's keel has been updated with a modern bulb design. The first owner commissioned Ron Holland himself to design what was then a forward-thinking keel plan which would greatly enhance the sailing characteristics. Additionally, she was repowered with a Yanmar diesel and saildrive by the original owner.
In the mid 2000s, her second owner had the teak deck replaced, and took the opportunity to replace the classic Swan winch farm with an updated and optimized deck hardware layout. CIVITA was outfitted with new Doyle Sails around this time as well.
Sailed seasonally for the New York Yacht Club’s club racing circuit and day sailing, CIVITA participated in Block Island Race Week on several occasions and also ventured around Buzzards Bay. CIVITA was cared for by the Jamestown Boatyard in Jamestown, Rhode Island, which is an authorized Nautor Swan Service Center. After being serviced, she was shrink wrapped and put on the hard during the fall and winter months.
Her current owner purchased CIVITA and shipped her to the Pacific Northwest in 2021. This required removal of the keel and standing rigging, all of which was thoroughly inspected before being reinstalled by local professionals. Read on to see how this truly unique and turnkey Swan has been continuously cared for.
Accommodations
CIVITA’s warm teak interior showcases the classic Swan quality and provides comfort for extended offshore cruising. She has two berths and two heads, both equipped with Blake Lavac toilets—one electric, one manual (rebuilt 2023). The salon features generous seating with a fold-out teak table, and bright LED lighting throughout. A Weems & Plath ship's clock and barometer add to the traditional nautical ambiance.
The forward cabin includes ample storage and private head access. The aft section offers comfortable guest accommodations and access to the second head. The galley is fully equipped with a Force 10 three-burner propane stove and oven, microwave (2023), SeaFrost refrigeration systems (DC5000 12V and Shore Assist SA-II), and a Whale domestic water pump (2021).
Comfort is ensured by an Espar forced air diesel heater (2021), an Isotemp 5-gallon stainless water heater, and ventilation throughout. A Village Marine Little Wonder 8 GPH watermaker (2022) supports extended cruising.
Electronics & Navigation
CIVITA is equipped with a comprehensive suite of navigation electronics ideal for offshore or coastal passages:
● Raymarine C90W Chartplotter (Helm Pod)
● B&G Hercules 2000 Repeaters (x3)
● B&G H3000 System
● B&G Wind Direction Sensor
● B&G Autopilot with Simrad-Robertson Hydraulic Ram (2019)
● Raymarine Radar (Scanstrut Post Mount)
● Vesper AIS (2024)
● Suunto D165 Compass
● Icom IC-M59 VHF and Icom Handheld VHF (2021)
● Fusion Marine Stereo with JBL speakers, MB Quart Sub, JBL Amp, and 3 remotes (2022)
● Classic Raytheon Marine Telephone (Legacy equipment)
Mechanical Systems
● Yanmar 4JH3E 56HP Diesel Engine (1,881 hours – fully serviced 11/24)
● Yanmar Saildrive (serviced 11/24)
● Max-Prop Feathering 2-Blade Propeller (serviced 6/24)
● Racor Separator (serviced 11/24)
● New Freshwater Cooling Hoses (2021)
● Auxiliary Manual Diaphragm Pumps (rebuilt 2024)
● Whale Bilge Pump (2022)
● Port and Starboard fuel gauges
Electrical Systems
● Xantrex 1800W Inverter with 40A Charger (2022)
● Xantrex LinkLITE Battery Monitor (2024)
● Balmar 170A Alternator with Smart Regulator (2024)
● Six Lifeline 6V House Batteries (660 Ah total, 2023)
● Optima 12V 800 CCA Start Battery (2021)
● Galvanic Isolator (2023)
● Interior Lighting Converted to LED
Deck & Hull
CIVITA’s deck is fully outfitted for bluewater sailing and features a replaced teak deck with thoughtfully reconfigured hardware placements:
● Harken 56.3 Electric Primary Winches (x2)
● Lewmar 52, 46, and 40 Winches
● Harken Tracks, Blocks, and Deck Hardware
● Custom Spray Hood (2023)
● Large Navy Sunbrella Cockpit Sunshade
● Custom Sunbrella Seat and Bridgedeck Cushions
● Forespar Stainless Motor Davit (2024)
Ground Tackle
● Pacific 1000 Electric Anchor Windlass with Remote (2021)
● Lewmar Bruce 33K Anchor (2021) with 100’ BBB Chain + 150’ Rode
● Fortress Aluminum Auxiliary Anchor
● Anchor washdown system (2021)
Sails & Rigging
Built for performance, CIVITA’s sail inventory and rigging setup cater to serious sailors:
● Navtec Standing Rod Rigging (inspected 2020)
● All New Running Rigging (2022–2023)
● Navtec Hydraulic Backstay, Vang, and Baby Stay
● Harken Jib Furler
● Harken Lazy Jacks
● Carbon Fiber Spinnaker Pole
● Fully Battened Loose-Foot Doyle Laminate Mainsail
● (1) Doyle Laminate Main- Fully battened, loose foot
● (1) Doyle Carbon Laminate #1 Furling Jib
● (1) Doyle Carbon Laminate #2 Furling Jib
● (1) Doyle Laminate #1 Jib
● (1) UK #3 Laminate Jib
● (1) Doyle Carbon Laminate #1 Jib
● UK Flasher with Sock
● UK 6oz Matrix Spinnaker
● (2) Harken Fiddle Blocks
● (2) Snatch Blocks
● (2) Flasher Sheets
● (2) Spinnaker Sheets
● (2) Light Air Spinnaker Sheets
● (1) Carbon Fiber Spinnaker Pole
● (6) Harken Winch Handles
Safety:
● SWITLIK MOM 8-A (Serviced 2021)
● Lifesling II
● (4) Inflatable Life Jackets
● (10) Adult Life Jackets
● EPIRB (2021)
● (4) Flash Strobes
Additional Maintenance
● Bottom Paint and Inspection (6/24)
● Bottom Cleaned/Zincs Replaced (12/24)
● VHF Masthead Antenna and LED Anchor Light Replacement (2021)
● Rudder Post Needle Bearing Service (2021)
● All Seacocks Serviced (6/24)
● Septic Hose Replaced (2019)
● Septic Pumps Replaced (2023)
● Companionway Spray Hood Replaced (2023)
● Mast step and structural grid system replaced (2019-Jamestown Boatyard)
Misc. Equipment
● (2) Boat Hooks
● Full Dishware/Utensils
● Magma Propane BBQ and Cover
● Flagpole/Flag
● Teak Cockpit Table
● Extra Propane Tank
● Dock Lines
● (1) 50’ 30Amp Shore Power Cord
● Misc 30Amp Adapters
● Large Sunbrella Cockpit Sunshade (Navy)
● Custom Sunbrella Cockpit Seat and Bridgedeck Cushions (Navy)
● Marine First Aid Kit
● Spare Racor and Engine Filters, Belts, Zincs
● Weems & Plath Ships Clock and Barometer
● Dual Radar Reflector Tubes Aloft (2025)
Tender: ZAR RIB 10’
Why Choose CIVITA?
CIVITA represents the pedigree of Nautor Swan design, blended with serious modern upgrades for performance cruising and passagemaking. From her refreshed electronics to her robust rig and systems, she’s an exceptional example of a Ron Holland Swan ready for her next chapter.
Schedule a showing today and experience the timeless elegance and offshore capability of CIVITA
