About
Step aboard this 2024 Excess 14—a modern, performance-minded cruising catamaran that feels purpose-built for owners who actually want to sail, not just float. Conceived by VPLP Design with interiors by Nauta Design, the Excess 14 takes the brand’s DNA—lightweight structure, fine entries, and those signature twin aft helms—and turns it into a platform that is lively on the wind, precise on the helm, and still genuinely comfortable for long-term living.
This particular yacht has been outfitted with a clear mission: off-grid autonomy, effortless handling, and true turnkey readiness. The Tall Rig “Pulse Line” sail plan and sailing-focused deck layout keep the boat quick and engaging, while four electric Harken winches and smart line management make short-handed sailing realistic—whether you’re tacking up a channel, sending the Code Zero, or rolling into an anchorage at the end of a big day.
At anchor, she reads like a checklist of the upgrades owners wish they’d done earlier: a high-capacity Victron lithium system (990 Ah), over 2000 W of solar, and full Victron management with monitoring at the nav station—built to keep systems humming without living on a genset (because there isn’t one). Add Starlink Gen 2, a 50 LPH watermaker, washer/dryer, and air conditioning throughout (multiple zones), and you’ve got a cat that supports real independence—remote work, extended cruising, or simply staying put in comfort when you find “the” anchorage.
Inside, the tone is warm and modern—ash timber finishes, bright saloon sightlines, excellent ventilation, and a layout that flexes with how you cruise. The three-cabin, three-head arrangement is designed for privacy and livability, with dry-bath style heads and walk-in showers, while the owner’s area is especially clever: a true master cabin for everyday comfort, plus a wardrobe/dressing space that can convert into extra berths when friends or family join the adventure. This is a boat that can be quiet and private for two, or easily expand for a full crew when the itinerary demands it.
She’s currently lying in Sint Maarten, staged perfectly for an owner who wants immediate access to the best of the Caribbean—or a proven launch point for bigger horizons. If you’ve been searching for a late-model catamaran that blends sailing feel, serious systems, and liveaboard practicality—without needing a refit spreadsheet before you even cast off—this Excess 14 delivers a rare combination: modern performance, real autonomy, and true “ready to go” condition.
Key Features:
Specifications
SPECS
MEASUREMENTS
ENGINE(S)
TANKS
Accommodations
Interior Accommodations and Layout
Warm Ash timber finishes, excellent ventilation, and a flexible layout provide a bright and comfortable sleeping area suitable for extended cruising. This three-cabin design can be converted to four when needed via two additional berths in the dressing area. Three thoughtfully designed heads offer walk-in showers and electric toilets.
Interior Styling and Additional Features:
MAIN SALON
Spacious and bright central living area with panoramic visibility, ample seating and seamless connection to the cockpit.
MASTER STATEROOM
The master stateroom has been designed for privacy and extended stays aboard with owners comfort in mind.
Master Head
Private en-suite head with modern fittings, walk-in shower and electric toilet
GUEST CABINS (PORT)
Two well-appointed guest cabins in the port hull provide comfortable accommodations for family or guests.
ADDITIONAL HEAD(S)
Two port guest cabins enjoy thoughtfully designed private dry baths
CREW CABIN
Crew cabin in port bow for one crew member
Galley
Fully equipped cruising galley suitable for long-term live-aboard use.
Electronics & Navigation
NAVIGATION STATION
Comprehensive Garmin navigation suite for offshore sailing
HELM STATIONS – PORT and STARBOARD
Construction and Key Features of the Hull & Deck
HULL
DECK
The Excess 14 is stripped back compared with pure charter cats, with fittings laid out for sailing efficiency as well as comfort.
COCKPIT
MAST AND RIGGING
SAILS AND WINCHES
Ship Systems
ENGINE AND MECHANICAL
PLUMBING AND TANKAGE
Cruising-ready plumbing systems with increased autonomy
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Safety Equipment
Tender
Additional Information
BROKER’S COMMENTS
The Excess 14 stands out as an exceptional well prepared offshore cruising catamaran. With thoughtful upgrades across propulsion, sail handling, energy autonomy, and safety. She is ideally suited for extended passage making, live-aboard cruising, and independent operation.
OWNER’S COMMENTS
A fast, capable and comfortable cruising catamaran that inspires confidence offshore while remaining easy to handle shorthanded.
Ideal Usage
REVIEWS
Yachtworld – Performance & Handling
“The Excess 14 delivers a competitive performance, cruising experience with positive helm feel and good up wind speeds in moderate breeze. Testers noted the boat tacks easily and maintains lively speeds. —around 7.4 to 8.0 kn in 12 to 14 kn of true wind—-showing that a production catamaran can be both fun and rewarding to sail without excessive complexity or high cost.”
Crusing World- “Best Cruising Catamaran Under 50 Feet”
In light conditions (as little as 5 kn of wind), the Excess 14 showed respectable boat speeds and agility, feeling relatively lively, even in minimal breeze. Reviewers highlighted easy line handling with sheet winches close to the helm, plus excellent visibility from aft helm stations and a cockpit designed for social sailing.
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
The Multihull Company is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel though the vessel may be listed with another brokerage company.
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