A three-cabin cruising catamaran built for couples who want space to roam and range to match.
The Leopard 40 has earned its reputation as one of the most livable cruising catamarans in its size class, and the 2020 S/V Kavalea represents the sought-after Owner’s Version layout — the configuration that trades a fourth cabin for a generous private owner’s suite spanning an entire hull. Listed by Michelle Ropiza, this five-year-old cat offers a compelling entry point into the Leopard family for couples or small families looking to cruise seriously without stepping up to a larger platform.
The Owner’s Version Difference
Where the standard Leopard 40 splits both hulls into guest cabins, the Owner’s Version dedicates the starboard hull to the owner: a queen island berth, a proper en-suite head with separate shower stall, and stowage that finally feels adequate for extended passages. The port hull retains two guest cabins with a shared head, making the layout ideal for a cruising couple who occasionally host family or friends.
Space, Light, and Practicality
Leopard’s Cape Town design team pushed hard on interior volume with this generation of the 40, and it shows: a forward cockpit accessed directly from the saloon, sizeable side decks, and a wraparound saloon with panoramic glazing that keeps the interior bright at anchor. The galley-up arrangement keeps the cook in the conversation and puts sightlines through the saloon glass — a small detail that matters over a long charter or a long ownership.
Where This One Sits in the Market
Leopard 40s have been trading steadily — 13 have sold in the last 24 months at a median of $373,000, typically finding buyers in around 76 days. With five sisterships currently listed between $210,000 and $449,000, Kavalea arrives in an active but not saturated market.
| Active low | $210,000 | |||
| Active median | $325,000 | |||
| Recent sold median | $373,000 | |||
| Active high | $449,000 |
For buyers who have shortlisted the Leopard 40 Owner’s Version specifically, opportunities to inspect a well-kept 2020 hull don’t come around every week. Reach out to Michelle Ropiza for full specifications, equipment lists, and to arrange a viewing.