2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 439 — Cruise-Ready and Turnkey

Exceptionally upgraded and meticulously maintained. A true turnkey cruiser for Chesapeake and coastal sailing.

Overview

This 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 439 is a beautifully balanced 43-foot cruiser that blends modern hull design, elegant interiors, and effortless handling.

Designed by Philippe Briand and built by Jeanneau France, this yacht offers both performance and comfort.

The shoal-draft (5′ 2″) keel is ideal for exploring shallow Chesapeake Bay anchorages while still providing the stiffness and upwind power the 439 is known for.

The current owner has invested extensively in her — systems, sails, canvas, electrical, rigging, and comfort upgrades — this is one of the most capable and turnkey examples on the market.

Hull & Deck Construction

• Solid fiberglass hull with injection-moulded, balsa-cored deck
• Hard-chine design for enhanced interior volume and stability under sail
• Twin helm wheels with excellent sightlines
• Drop-down swim platform for easy water access
• Wide cockpit ideal for family cruising and entertaining
• All PVC through-hull valves replaced with bronze (2025)
• Folding propeller upgrade (2021)
• Standing rigging tuned (2025)

Rigging & Sails

• Fractional sloop rig, deck-stepped mast
• Furling genoa and fully-battened main
• Twin self-tailing winches led aft to cockpit
• Code Zero sail (Evolution Sails 2023) with rail-mounted fairleads, blocks, and storage bag
• Genoa and main cleaned and serviced (2024)
• Winches serviced (2023)

Mechanical & Plumbing Systems

• Yanmar 54 hp diesel, regularly serviced - HOW MANY HOURS
• Bow thruster with new prop blade (2022)
• 53 gal fuel tank / 140 gal fresh water capacity
• Complete engine service (2023 & 2024)
• New high-capacity bilge pump and high-water alarm (2023)
• AC condensate pumps replaced, filters serviced annually
• 8″ canister water filtration system added (2024)
• UV drinking-water filter with dedicated tap (2024)
• Aft electric head replaced with US-spec model (2023)
• Secondary propane bottle added (2023)

Electrical & Electronics

• Factory B&G navigation system with autopilot
• Shore-power connection and battery charger
• Solar arch with four × 100 W panels (400 W total) and Lumitec LED floodlight (2022)
• Victron charging system and monitoring display (2022)
• All AGM batteries replaced — house, start & thruster (2022)
• Scheiber electrical panel replaced (2022)
• Starlink Mini with Victron router integration (2024)
• B&G through-hull transducer replaced (2021)
• A/C shore-power breaker upgraded (2025)
• Helm iPad mount with 12 V port (2024)
• Weems & Plath tide clock, barometer, and ship’s clock added (2023)

Interior & Accommodations

Bright, airy interior with abundant natural light through large hull windows and overhead hatches.

• Forward owner’s cabin with island berth and private ensuite head + shower
• 2 aft cabins with double berth and hanging lockers
• U-shaped salon with convertible dinette and opposite settee
• Teak joinery and soft touch surfaces throughout
• L-shaped galley with double stainless sinks, propane oven, refrigeration, ample storage

Interior Enhancements 

• Custom upholstery for aft cabins (2022)
• Main-cabin screens & blinds replaced (2025)
• Custom companionway doors (OEM style) (2024)
• Ambient LED under-table lighting (2022)
• Re-bedded deck hatches and side portlights (2023–2024)
• Spice rack and practical storage upgrades added (2022)

Canvas & Exterior Features

• Bimini and dodger providing excellent cockpit protection
• Wide cockpit and fold-down swim platform for easy boarding
• Dodger canvas replaced (2025)
• Bimini clear-vinyl skylights replaced and canvas repairs (2023)
• Solar arch with Starlink mount (2024)
• New chain-locker hose and sprayer (2024)
• Mahogany outboard mount rated for 25 hp (2024)
• Custom cupholders at each helm and cockpit table (2023)

Tender & Accessories

• Highfield CL310 RIB with Suzuki 20 hp 4-stroke outboard (2024) + accessories 
• Dinghy integrated storage and solar arch mount system 

Summary

If you’re looking for a 43-foot cruiser that outperforms her peers in comfort, reliability, and value, this 2016 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 439 (3-Cabin / 2-Head) delivers.

She’s ready to cruise now — with refreshed systems, new canvas, modern electronics, and complete service records.

Location: Deltaville, VA