Lagoon 51 Catamaran Review
From the moment you step on board the Lagoon 51 (very easily, thanks to the completely redesigned transoms that provide simple one-step access from the pontoon), it’s clear that Lagoon – the world’s largest multihull builder – has once again achieved the perfect balance of style, performance, and comfort. This is not a catamaran that sacrifices function for form; instead, every detail has been thoughtfully designed to enhance life on the water.
Here we review all of the best features of this family-friendly cruising catamaran.
Balcony and Swim Platform
From bow to stern the Lagoon 51 is packed with some very nifty features. The extra wide transoms form a vast aft balcony/swim platform when used in conjunction with the Tenderlift, making it a perfect place to sip a cocktail or two with your feet in the water or to watch the kids perfect their water bombs.
Spacious Aft Cockpit
From the transoms it’s just two short steps into the enormous aft cockpit. Plenty of seating and an extendable table provide more than enough space for meals with family and friends, with the cockpit fridge and bar all within easy reach.
The addition of a rotating electric griddle at the aft of the cockpit, which can be spun around to face aft, is a genius idea as you can easily fire up the grill from the aft transom, thus avoiding those inadvertent fat spits splattering into the cockpit.
Luxurious Flybridge
Want to join the sailing action on the flybridge? The stairs on each side of the aft cockpit (one for guest area access and one for helm access) make this easy and safe without interfering or getting in the way of the helmsman and sailing equipment.
Once up there, there are plenty of options to enjoy the view, whether it’s sitting beside the helmsman, kicking back on the integrated sofas behind the helm or soaking up the rays on the massive sunbathing pads just forward of the helm, it’s a tough choice!
And, of course, as with all Lagoons, most of the sailing manoeuvres can be handled from the helm station.
If you don’t fancy lounging in the aft cockpit or flybridge, or maybe you just want a bit of “me time”, the forward cockpit with its lounge area and coffee table completes the choices for outdoor relaxation.
Light and Bright Saloon
Seamlessly stepping from the aft cockpit into the saloon area, you are struck by the amount of space and light it offers. Lagoon has taken the decision to step the mast forward on the Lagoon 51, giving uninterrupted 360-degree views from the saloon area, which is also helped by placing a step up and raising the saloon seating area.
The new wood in alpi light oak, well-placed lighting, and super thick cushions convey a feeling of luxurious warmth and comfort, a place all of us would be more than happy to chill and relax in.
Functional Galley
On to the galley, even the most serious of amateur cooks is not going to be disappointed by the galley. The fully integrated stove top, oven, dishwasher and fridge/freezers are all laid out in a stylish but practical way whilst not overlooking the ever-important storage space.
Available in three layout options, the model at the show was presented as the owner’s version (four cabins / three heads). The owner’s suite to starboard is a true sanctuary, with a large bright double berth aft, desk/seating space, bathroom with double sinks and separate heads are all fitted out to the highest standard.
The generous storage space includes a walk-in wardrobe, probably a first in a boat of this size, so no excuses for looking crumpled if you decide to venture ashore.
Guest Hull
In the guest hull, there are two large double cabins, fore and aft, each with its own en-suite and by stepping up the saloon area, Lagoon has cleverly created extra headroom and has been able to fit in another double berth midships.
If you are thinking about chartering your boat occasionally, this makes it a possibility without sacrificing your owner’s suite. The other layout options are four cabins/four heads and six cabins/four heads.
Solar Power
Lagoon has always been committed to a strategy of minimising its impact on the environment, and to honour this commitment, the Lagoon 51 is equipped with a massive 3,500 watts of solar-generated power.
This has the ability to run all of the Lagoon 51’s onboard systems autonomously (excluding air conditioning) and allows for extensive, quiet sailing with minimal use of the engines or geneset.
We haven’t been able to get out on the water yet on the Lagoon 51, but powered by twin 80HP engines and a generous sail plan, we are looking forward to putting her through her paces and reporting back in the coming months.
Find Out More
In short, the Lagoon 51 packs a lot into her 15.34m. We at Ancasta International Boat Sales are sure that Lagoon Catamarans have another winner on their hands and will surely be adding more awards to their already packed awards shelf.
To find out more, please see our dedicated Lagoon 51 page or contact [email protected]
We also have many Lagoon catamarans available for sale on our boats for sale page.
