2013 Dufour 500 GL

Dufour 500 Grand Large | Well-Specified Luxury Cruiser with Owner's Layout

This Dufour 500 Grand Large combines impressive sailing performance with luxurious onboard comfort. Designed by Umberto Felci and built by Dufour Yachts in France, "Stairway To Heaven" offers generous living space and a specification suited to Mediterranean cruising, offshore passages and extended stays aboard.

Powered by a Volvo Penta D2-75 diesel engine with saildrive transmission, she delivers reliable performance under power. In addition, a folding propeller, Fisher Panda generator and Side Power bow thruster improve manoeuvrability and onboard independence. Under sail, her Selden rig, slab-reefing mainsail, roller-furling genoa and twin-wheel steering system provide confident handling and rewarding performance.

Below deck, the sought-after three-cabin owner's layout offers comfortable accommodation for family and guests. The interior includes three electric heads, separate shower facilities, five-zone air conditioning and Webasto heating. Together, these features create a welcoming environment for extended cruising.

The galley is well equipped and benefits from extensive refrigeration and generous storage. In addition, large hull windows and deck hatches bring plenty of natural light below. The result is a bright and airy feel throughout the interior.

On deck, the large bathing platform creates an ideal space for relaxing at anchor. A sprayhood, bimini and passarelle further enhance comfort aboard. Likewise, solar panels support energy independence during extended cruising.

A structural survey completed in 2025 provides additional reassurance for prospective buyers. Another highlight is the combination of space, equipment and practical design. As such, this yacht suits both family cruising and longer offshore adventures.

"Stairway To Heaven" is currently lying in Leros, Greece. She presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a highly specified 50-foot cruising yacht ready for her next adventure.

Construction
White GRP hull construction
White GRP superstructure
Integrated non-slip GRP deck
Fin keel with iron ballast
Twin wheel steering system
Spade rudder
Structural survey completed in 2025


Machinery
Volvo Penta D2-75 diesel engine
75hp output
Approx. 2,100 engine hours
Saildrive transmission
Folding propeller
Engine serviced in 2024
Fisher Panda 5000i generator
5kW output
Approx. 800 generator hours
Retractable Side Power electric bow thruster


Electrics
12V onboard electrical system
4 domestic lead-acid batteries
Approx. 500Ah domestic battery capacity
1kW inverter
2 solar panels
Approx. 500W solar charging capacity
Shore power connection


Tankage
400 litres fuel capacity in two tanks
500 litres freshwater capacity in three tanks
150 litre holding tank


Accommodation
Owner's three-cabin layout
Sleeps up to 9
Forward owner's cabin
Two additional double guest cabins
3 electric-flush heads
Separate shower facilities
Extensive storage throughout


Domestic
5-zone air conditioning system
Webasto heating system
Domestic
Gas cooker with oven
Three-burner hob
Microwave oven
Dishwasher
3 refrigerators
2 freezers
Twin stainless-steel sinks
Large television
Pioneer audio system
Hi-Fi stereo
Subwoofer


Deck
Electric anchor windlass
Cockpit and foredeck windlass controls
Approx. 80m anchor chain
Sprayhood
Bimini
Passarelle
Deck shower
Large bathing platform
Arch for dinghy and solar panels
6 mooring warps
8 fenders
Underwater lighting
Stern mooring lights
Custom covers and branding package


Navigation
Electric anchor windlass
Cockpit and foredeck windlass controls
Approx. 80m anchor chain
Sprayhood
Bimini
Passarelle
Deck shower
Large bathing platform
Arch for dinghy and solar panels
6 mooring warps
8 fenders
Underwater lighting
Stern mooring lights
Custom covers and branding package
Navigation
Binnacle compass
VHF radio
Integrated navigation system
Silent autopilot
Twin wheel steering position


Safety
Life raft included


Rig & Sails
Sloop rig configuration
Selden aluminium mast
Deck-stepped mast
Stainless steel standing rigging
Split backstay arrangement
Retractable bowsprit
Dacron slab-reefing mainsail
Dacron roller furling genoa
3 electric winches
3 manual winches
2 Lewmar primary self-tailing winches
4 Lewmar coachroof self-tailing winches