NORTHSHORE 38 QUALITY CRUISER/RACER, WELL MAINTAINED!  Just Listed

Designed by the legendary Hank Kaufman, the Northshore 38 has remained one of the most successful cruiser/racers to be built in Australia. With their spacious interiors, impressive turn of speed, and ultimate versatility, they are regularly seen both racing and cruising around Australia with great success. The virtues of the design were acknowledged with the vessel winning the prestigious "Yacht of the Year Award" in 1986. This vessel is an excellent example of the design and has been under the same experienced ownership for the last 20 years. During this time it has enjoyed social racing and exploring the stunning waters of Southern Tasmania. Well equipped for comfortable cruising it features a NEW 2019 CONTENDER PRO VECTRAN FULLY BATTENED MAINSAIL, HOT AND COLD WATER, RAYMARINE AUTOPILOT, CHART PLOTTER, AND INSTRUMENTS, AUSTRAL 'SEAHAWK' FEATHERING PROP, MUIR ELECTRIC ANCHOR WINCH WITH CONTROLS AT THE HELM AND BOW, the list goes on. Freshly antifouled, polished, and engine serviced JULY 2024, this impressive package is ready for its next adventure. Whether you want to cruise, enjoy the thrill of social racing, or even enjoy the liveaboard lifestyle, this is a vessel that can do it all in style and comfort!

Stepping inside, the spacious interior is light and airy. The timber work and upholstery are in good condition throughout, and the quality of the original build of the vessel is immediately evident. To port is a generous timber dinette with seating for 6 in comfort. The accommodation is excellent for cruising with family and friends, and features a private double berth forward, and a large double berth aft to starboard, and there are two additional settee berths available when additional accommodation is required. The well appointed galley is to port and features a large top loading fridge, 2 burner gas stove with oven, stainless steel sink with H/C pressurised water, and excellent storage. Opposite is the traditional chart table which is sure to please even the most discerning sailor. The package is complete with private bathroom with electric toilet and vanity.

On deck, the the cockpit is very well set up for short handed sailing. The autopilot is easily accessed from the wheel, and with the furling headsail, mainsail in a boom bag with lazy jacks, and all lines lead back to the cockpit, sailing is a breeze even single handed. Having been extensively cruised, this vessel also has a stunning timber cockpit table, gas barbecue on the stern, and an electric anchor winch.

This vessel is powered by a well maintained Volvo Penta 28HP Diesel Engine. This provides easy cruising at 6 and has been professionally maintained.

With its Australian built quality, impressive pedigree, and good presentation, this Northshore 38 simply ticks all the boxes! For more information please call Jo Breen on Call Now or Jack Allison on Call Now .

Derwent Boat Sales offers the information on this vessel including condition, in good faith as provided by the Owner/Vendor. While confident about the accuracy we cannot Guarantee or Warrant it but will assist any prospective purchaser verify this as part of the purchase process.