A yacht of exceptional beauty and elegance, ARABELLA represents one of those rare designs that manages to bring together elegance and comfort, with outstanding performance, and offshore capability in a remarkably balanced package. Designed by the renowned naval architect Ted Hood and built in 1990 by Little Harbor Yachts of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, this limited production, semi-custom built center cockpit 54 is celebrated as one of Ted Hood’s top designs for its impressive performance, timeless aesthetics, and exceptional craftsmanship. ARABELLA captures attention for her beauty immediately - Her graceful and distinctive profile looks equally appropriate entering Newport Harbor, lying at anchor in the Caribbean, or sailing offshore with a fresh Bermuda breeze on her beam.

The superb deck layout and legendary Little Harbor Cockpit configuration comfortably accommodating six guests, is an inviting open space for dining, hosting or relaxing, while the nuances of the design provides security

underway, excellent visibility, and convenient access to all operating controls for captain and crew, and for single-handed passage. Electric winches, furling main and Genoa all are controlled from the safety and comfort of the cockpit allowing her captain to keep the boat perfectly balanced under any conditions. Access to side decks without climbing over comings, comfortable seating with full cushions, exquisite teak drop-leaf table, full array of electronics and engine controls complete the perfect cockpit. Access to the main salon is seamlessly integrated forward of the cockpit, protected by a custom dodger and bimini.

The interior is crafted with exquisite joinery throughout, reflecting Little Harbor's commitment to quality with richly finished teak, custom built-ins, and beautifully finished teak and holly flooring which keeps the interior bright. Four sets of hull windows, numerous opening hatches, stainless-steel portlights and six large dorades infuse the space with abundant natural light and ventilation, enhancing the onboard living experience. For inclement weather ARABELLA has heating and air-conditioning throughout, ensuring her guest’s comfort in any climate.

The quality of construction and craftsmanship - both functional and ascetic cannot be found on this level with newer production models. Bespoke finishes, abundant storage throughout, and every convenience in design is featured throughout to ensure that life aboard is exceedingly comfortable. ARABELLA has been maintained and continually upgraded to the highest standards. Should you be looking for a superior quality cruising yacht with a truly luxurious interior, offshore capabilities, which is fast, cruise-able and race-able, ARABELLA is one of the best of the classic Little Harbor Yachts.

CLASSIC INTERIOR FINISHES

The first impression stepping below is the thoughtful design melding form and function with the unparrelled quality craftsmanship only found on high end custom yachts. The interior walls are varnished teak with solid teak raised panel doors and trim. All exposed hull surfaces are lined with solid teak ceiling strips. The cabin sole is built of separate removable floorboards beautifully finished in teak and holly with solid brass lock-in handles. Construction is of solid 3/8" alternating teak and holly laid over a lightweight core material to save weight and ensure stability. (refinished 2025). Sturdy solid teak handholds are intuitively placed throughout. The overhead is divided into removable sections covered with off-white Formica. Hanging lockers are lined with aromatic western red cedar. All other lockers above seat level are lined with teak or Formica trimmed in teak. The dining area, salon, and navigation seating have been upholstered with navy blue ultra suede.

ARABELLA features an abundance of natural light and ventilation provided by 18 opening portholes , seven fixed hull windows, 10 stainless-steel deck hatches (new 2016), 3 deck prisms, six large dorade vents. There are built-in hatch screens and blinds that conveniently slide away when not in use. The tinted hull windows are a Little Harbor trademark and are located to allow great visibility to the outside while sitting below. Variable speed fans and reading lights are installed at each berth, and indirect lighting with dimmers in the main salon and aft stateroom, all lighting is LED. All water and fuel tanks are integral and below floor level which allows for extensive storage throughout the interior.

LAYOUT AND ACCOMMODATIONS

The thoughtful layout of cabin ensures privacy and convenience for all guest onboard. The main salon offers ample seating for dining, reading and television for evening entertainment. The dining area features a stunning curricular teak table with a compass rose inlay seating six comfortably. Starboard is an additional settee with a moveable tie down coffee table. This

settee can expand outward if an additional bunk is required. Here too are numerous teak built-ins and ample storage.

The well-appointed and functional U-shaped galley has generous Corian countertop space, two deep stainless-steel sinks, and is equipped with a gimbaled stainless-steel Broadwater propane stove featuring four burners, an oven, and a broiler with a microwave above. Separate oversized Frigoboat 12v keel cooled refrigerator and freezer compartments, numerous lockers, and a built-in trash bin are all located on the outboard side of the galley. Inboard and over the counter are numerous lockers for dishes, glasses and dry goods, condiments. Further aft towards the owners cabin is large built in freezer, separate 12v Frigoboat compressor, with custom bar area/storage above.

The owner's aft stateroom is the full width of the vessel and features a double berth to starboard and a single to port – both with lee boards. The two berths can be converted into one very large berth with a custom filler. All of the mattresses are custom ordered memory form. Overhead on centerline between the two berths a large hatch provides excellent ventilation and emergency deck access. Two hull ports and opening port lights provide enhanced light and further ventilation in the cabin. Forward to port is a double hanging locker and another general locker forward of the starboard berth. A custom vanity with drawer and a mirror is built into the forward bulkhead. A private ensuite head and a separate shower room are situated to starboard and include an electric freshwater head with granite Corian countertops, sink, vanity, medicine cabinet, separate stall shower, several storage lockers and a linen locker. A combination safe is discreetly installed ensuite.

Forward of the main salon are two guest cabins to port and starboard which can accommodate an additional four adults, providing comfortable accommodations for family and friends. The cabins feature upper and lower berths with custom memory foam mattresses, lee boards, reading lights, fans and built-in teak storage cabinets and a hanging locker.

Forward of the guest cabins to starboard is the original layout sink with Corian countertop, electric freshwater head, medicine cabinet and storage lockers.

The port side has been converted to a spacious dedicated shower room – featuring a custom teak bench and amber and blue glass tiling (2019). Access is through custom teak and glass bifold doors from starboard head, or directly from port guest room.

The fore peak offers a large storage area with stainless steel work bench providing generous space for tools, equipment, sails lines pipe berth, and anchor rode storage.

Aft of the main salon on port side is a passageway that features a substantial navigation station outboard with inlayed teak top with ample storage and a comfortable secure location. Chart plotter and autopilot allows full control and information needed. Inboard wall houses all the electrical switch boards to control and monitor all yacht functions. Inboard of this passageway also has generous access doors to the engine/generator room.

The hull design with low wetted surface, 6’ draft, 12’ with centerboard down, integral 18,000# ballast combined with all mechanical equipment and tankage strategically placed low creating a low center of gravity combined with her 60,000# displacement gives her incredibly comfortable motion even in a gale. Offshore 200nm days in comfort are common.

Bottom soda-blasted in 2014 and new barrier coat installed; ablative bottom paint applied.

** Extensive Marine Survey examining the vessel’s structure, equipment, and systems was completed in 2018 – Arabella ”was found to be in good structural, mechanical and cosmetic condition” suitable for cruising and extended offshore sailing. (copy available upon request).

The navigation station includes a full array of electronics for plotting and oversight of yacht operations. It features a large chart table. Inboard are the electrical panels, gauges, circuit breakers and switches for both the DC and AC systems.

• Raymarine i50 wind, speed and depth in cockpit new 2018
• Raymarine ST7001+ control heads at helm and navigation station; linear drive with spare
• ICOM M402 VHF radiotelephone
• AIS receiver; displays on E120 and E80
• ICOM IC-M120 VHF
• ICOM M-710 single-sideband transceiver with computer interface and antenna coupler.
• Raymarine E120 chart plotter at helm
• Raymarine E80 at navigation station
• Furuno 208A weather fax with built-in Navtex receiver and interface
• Ocean PC 17-inch flat-panel display
• Numerous  C-MAP charts
• Handheld VHF, new 2025

• Electrical refit to ABYC standards by an ABYC-certified electrician (2013)
• 12 V house bank: Lifeline AGM, 880 Ah, new 2025
• Lifeline 8D 12 V starter battery (2025)
• Two 12 V AGM batteries combined for 24 V bow thruster, installed 2025; located in forepeak
• Two Magnum Magna sine 3,000 W inverters and 125 A charging each for house bank
• Magnum house battery monitors at navigation station
• Xantrex Trucharge 40+ smart charger for starter battery
• Mastervolt Chargemaster 24/30-3 for thurster windless battery
• Link 10 batte ry monitor at Nav station for bow thruster/windless battery 
• Isolator Switches Blue Sea systems ML-RSB remote battery switches for house, engine, generator, thruster/windless
• Battery test meters and reverse-polarity indicator at panelboard
• Two 50 A shore-power connections with 50-foot cords
• Numerous shore-cord adapters
• Generator removed; hookups remain
• Separate 120 V panel powered by shore power, inverter or generator (connection remains available)
• 120v outlets throughout
• Striker security system with infrared sensors
• 6-inch copper strap glassed into hull, running bow to stern and grounding engine, rudder post, seacocks, chainplates and mast step

• 100 hp Westerbeke diesel main engine; hours
• 275amp dual-belt alternator for house batteries with smart controller
• 110amp Balmar alternator and regulator for starter battery
• Kobelt single-lever shift/throttle
• Engine preheat
• 21-inch Max-Prop three-blade feathering propeller
• Maintenance free bellows stuffing box
• Electric oil-change pump for main engine and the removed generator                            
• Engine-room intake and exhaust fans  
• 3” Lead/foam engine room insulation 
• Engine-room access via six removable doors       
• Dual Racor 500FG fuel filters/water separators                                                                   
• USCG-approved fuel lines
• Two integral FRP diesel tanks, 225 gal total, with multiple inspection ports
• 11 hp, 24 V Sidepower bow thruster with joystick at helm; dedicated battery bank and charger at thruster, installed 2025; battery monitor and master switch at navigation station
• MarineAir reverse-cycle air conditioning with separate controls for all cabins
• Espar cabin heater (2006) with five outlets
• Extensive plumbing refit 2014
• Cruising equipment: Cruise RO Water Seamaker 30 watermaker with spare filters
• Isotemp 40 L hot-water heater
• Two automatic and two manual bilge pumps
• High water bilge alarm
• Saltwater anchor washdown pump
• Hot-and-cold aft-deck shower in flush locker
• Freshwater hose hookup on aft deck
• Two electric freshwater heads
• Macerator pumps for emptying holding tanks at sea; deck pump-out also available
• Exhaust fans in heads and galley

The main cockpit is large and functional, and designed for easy access from side decks without climbing over coaming. A custom-designed molded FRP steering pedestal houses all engine instrumentation and sail handling functions for easy access by helmsman, as are all deck winches. ICOM VHF in cockpit. There is an array of five (3) Raymarine displays above the companionway providing essential information for the helsman. Raymarine E120 at helm with AIS and XM weather. A Ritchie 6" compass is installed in the steering pedestal. A solid teak table with drop leaves installed ahead of the pedestal includes insulated built in deck cooler with access from top-opening lid. Built-in coaming lockers are outside of the cockpit for storage of lines, etc. Closed cell foam cockpit cushions with back rests. The cockpit can be fully shaded under sail by a Bimini with windows for viewing sails.

• Windlass and bowthruster control at helm
• Solid teak cockpit backrests

•  All rod rigging professionally inspected 2026 when restepping mast
• Hood electric Stowaway mast (refurbished and Awlgripped, 2017) Mast-new electric lines, spreader, steaming lights, masthead tricolor anchor light (2017)
•  Harken roller-furling headstay, operated by electric winch in cockpit
• Harding roller-furling mainsail, excellent condition
• North roller-furling genoa, excellent condition
• Staysail package: hank-on sail, removable inner forestay and running backstays
• Cruising spinnaker with sock, blocks and sheets
• Nylon Gennaker
• Navtec hydraulic boom vang and insulated backstay with failsafe turnbuckle and 2 function panel in cockpit
• Spinlock mainsheet, outhaul and jammers; halyard Spinlocks on mast; jib-furler Spinlock in waterway
• Deck mounted spinnaker pole
• Two Barient 30-ST-PW-S electric primary winches
• Two three-speed Barient 32-ST-PW-S electric mainsheet and outhaul winches
• Two Barient 28 ST secondary winches
• Three Lewmar #40 SST mast halyard winches
• Centerboard winch

• Custom dodger 
• Custom Bimini 
• Delivery covers for all upholstery 
• Fender covers 
• Dorade covers

• Revere 6 man liferaft
• Life sling on port rail aft 
• EPIRB (2003) 
• SOS 406 EPIRB with GPS 2001 
• Lifejackets and USCG approved inflatable “sospenders”  
• Standard LH-10 loud hailer with auto fog signals 
• Ditch bag with Epirb and manual watermaker

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.