29 July 2025
The Sea Loft 480 rewrites the codes. Between a monohull and a catamaran, this new Jeanneau combines the best of both worlds to offer an unprecedented way of life on board.
Sea Loft 480: Experience the Sea in an Entirely New Way
Redefining the Vacation on the Water
The Sea Loft takes into account the way that boats are really used: with this new model, Jeanneau is addressing all those who wish to appreciate their time on the water in enchanting locations, and also to handle their boat with ease.
commence Damien Jacob, Director of Product Development.
Between a cruising boat and a floating habitat, the new Sea Loft by Jeanneau is an innovation offering a fresh look at cruising: no longer designed simply for cruising, but as a true haven for life on board, a temporary anchorage, and a place to reconnect with those around us.
The Sea Loft 480 will win over those seeking quiet cruises, greater peace of mind, more nature… and most importantly, more time for themselves.
Slow Down and Reconnect with the Essential
With the Sea Loft 480, the Jeanneau crew have imagined smooth, intuitive cruising and outings at sea with full independence, at a gentler pace.
With an optimal speed of seven knots, the boat enables you to experience the sea in an all-new way: to slow down, to better observe and sense your surroundings. The crew is invited to see cruising as break from an often-harried daily life, and to live fully in the moment. With an electric propulsion system, silence is at the heart of the experience…
Technical Details of the Jeanneau Sea Loft 480
Characteristics of the Sea Loft 480 | |
Length Overall | 14.10 m |
Beam | 4.50 m |
Draught | 0.85 m |
Cabins / Head Compartments | 3/2 4/4 |
Propulsion (Standard) | Diesel 2 x 45 HP |
Propulsion (Optional) | 2 x Electric POD 11 kW |
Battery | 30 kWh + 4.2 kW Solar Panels |
A Floating Villa Designed for Life on Board
Bright, Open, Modular Spaces
Aboard the Sea Loft 480, comfort, stability, and connection are the watchwords. The boat is distinguished from other models on the market by her fully accessible configuration with entirely flush floorboards, featuring a natural flow and ease of movement between private and shared living spaces. The crew benefits from an expansive view of the sea. The interior design features materials that are easily maintained, designed for extended periods of living on board.
The interior saloon of the Sea Loft 480 is a large, particularly inviting shared living space with a panoramic view. The galley, the heart of life on board, is a natural gathering place, just like at home. On the exterior, the bow of the boat features a generous sun lounge, ideal for reading, conversing, or simply observing the scenery. Lastly, a modular aft terrace enables the crew to enjoy expanded living space at anchor, to maximize use of that most beautiful of swimming pools, the surrounding sea…
A Shared Experience, in Comfort and Ease
Sea Loft boats provide space for each person to feel at ease, always with respect for privacy. Double berths and head compartments are spacious, sound insulation guarantees peaceful rest for all – even when the boat is fully occupied. On the exterior, living areas are sized to easily accommodate a group. On the “sea terrace” that is the Sea Loft 480, integrated furniture contributes to freedom of movement on board.
This is what Jeanneau calls the Pure Vacation experience: the Sea Loft is truly a vacation home with, in addition, the ability to admire a new horizon each day!
Aboard the Sea Loft, Smooth, Accessible Cruising
Hybrid Propulsion and Intelligent Energy Management
The Sea Loft 480 features a hybrid engine, with a generator and electric propulsion. On board, there are no vibrations or background noises! What’s more, the carbon footprint is considerably reduced.
At a speed of seven knots, this liveable boat can cover:
- Up to 15 nautical miles under 100 % electric power;
- Up to 250 nautical miles – or multiple days of cruising – under hybrid power.
Minimising the carbon footprint, energy is supplied by a 30 kWh Lithium-ion battery, recharged in part by 4.2 kW solar panels installed on the coachroof. This system covers 30% to 50% of the energy requirements on board, enabling the crew to remain at an anchorage for up to five days, with full autonomy, without a generator. Intelligent energy management enables everyone on board to fully relax and decompress.
Ease of Handling for All
For vacations at sea to truly enable us to recharge, the Sea Loft must also enable us to enjoy simple, authentic life moments with family and friends, whether or not they are seasoned sailors!
For this reason, the first Sea Loft model was conceived as a more intuitive boat, 100% technically accessible – even for those with no prior experience. No need to for complex study: just cast off and enjoy well-being on board.
An ergonomic cockpit, conveniently located controls, ease of movement on board, ease of handling, even while cruising light-handed… each detail on board has been optimized through a unique development process, which involved over 120 users in various cruising areas and took place over a period of several months.
A Floating Habitat for All Uses
Aboard the Sea Loft, Configurations for All Cruising Plans
Whether you plan to leave for a week of cruising with family, or for a couple’s weekend with friends, this boat is ideal. With modular living spaces, a version with three cabins and two head compartments, a version with four cabins and four head compartments, an adaptable cockpit, etc., the Sea Loft enables precise configurations to meet every preference.
With her very comfortable furnishings, the Sea Loft 480 also enables marine professionals to envision holding private events on board or organizing supervised marine activities.
An Ideal Boat for the Charter Market
Lastly, in addition to ownership, the Jeanneau crew have thought about charter: an adapted version – with robust materials, facilitated access to technical space, and layouts and furnishings for simplified maintenance – is offered for this intended purpose. For owners, this is also the promise of reliable ease of maintenance over the long term!
