44' 2007 Hunter 44 DS

The 2007 Hunter 44 DS is a standout deck-salon cruiser designed for sailors who want serious cruising capability without giving up comfort, light, and livability. Designed by Glenn Henderson and built by Hunter Marine, the 44 DS combines a modern fiberglass hull, generous 14'6" beam, long 39'2" waterline, and efficient B&R fractional rig to deliver a rewarding blend of performance, stability, and easy handling. With approximately 43'2" length overall, nearly 23,000 pounds of displacement, and a powerful Yanmar diesel rated at 56 hp, she is equally at home making coastal passages, exploring island anchorages, or serving as an inviting liveaboard retreat.

What makes the Hunter 44 DS so appealing is the Deck Salon layout itself. Large, elevated salon windows create an airy, panoramic interior with abundant natural light and excellent visibility, giving the cabin a bright, open feel normally associated with much larger yachts. The wide beam carries through the interior, offering an expansive main salon, comfortable seating, a proper cruising galley, generous storage, and a two-stateroom, two-head arrangement that works beautifully for owners, guests, and extended cruising.

On deck, the 44 DS was built for confident, simplified sailing. Hunter’s signature stainless cockpit arch keeps the mainsheet traveler up and out of the cockpit, opening the seating area for entertaining and improving movement under sail. The fractional B&R rig, large sail plan, furling-friendly design, and responsive spade rudder make the boat manageable for a couple while still giving her the power to cover miles efficiently. Her broad cockpit, walk-through transom, swim platform access, and practical deck layout make days on the water easy, social, and enjoyable.

Below the waterline, the Hunter 44 DS carries lead ballast and a (shoal draft 5’) fin keel. Tankage is well suited to cruising, with published capacities commonly listing approximately 51 gallons of fuel and up to 125–140 gallons of fresh water. Combined with excellent headroom, generous accommodation, and a strong cruising systems platform, this model remains a compelling choice for buyers seeking comfort and capability in the mid-40-foot range.

For buyers moving up from smaller sailboats or powerboaters looking for a comfortable cruising sailboat with real volume, the 2007 Hunter 44 DS offers an attractive combination: bright deck-salon living, proven Hunter construction, manageable sail handling, diesel reliability, and the space to cruise in comfort. She is a yacht that feels welcoming the moment you step aboard—and one that invites her next owner to cast off for weekends, seasons, or the long cruise they have been planning.

Some of "Chemistry" notable features and upgrades:

<<<Electric Bow Thruster (Side-Power)>>> Take the stress out of docking!!!

Fischer Panda Diesel Generator in Sound Shield (2633hrs)

Shoal Draft Wing Lead Keel (5'0" Draft)

Selden In-Mast Furling System with Furling Mainsail

Dingy Davits and Outboard Motor rail mount

Electric Halyard/Rigging Winch (Lewmar #44/46, Starboard Side)

Dual-Zone Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning: Marine Air Systems combo heating and cooling setup: 16,000 BTU unit servicing the forward V-berth and salon; 10,000 BTU unit dedicated to the aft quarter cabins.

X-Change-R / Reverso Oil Change System: Integrated 12V pump system for cleaner engine and generator oil changes.

Folding Propeller: Upgraded Gori auto-feathering propeller to reduce underwater drag while sailing. Line cutter on prop shaft.

Lewmar Folding Steering Wheel (Minimizes cockpit obstruction)

Cabin lights changed to LED 2021

All Lead acid batteries 2025

A/C water pump 2026

Fresh water pump 2026

Isotherm refrigerator 2021

Dometic refrigerator/freezer 2024

Magna propane grill

Lewmar cpx vertical gypsy windlass 2018