Description

Built in 1953 by Sakuth Shipyard in Germany, this stunning 17m gaff ketch (23m includes her bowsprit) really is one of the lucky ones! She has been in the care of Arctic Shipyard in Cowes who specialise in wooden ships and their refit and maintenance of her is fully documented and photographed. All the work was carried out with the plan to preserve her heritage whilst making sure that she could continue to be sailed and enjoyed by her crews for many many years to come.

Since her relaunch in April 2025 she has been gainfully employed, operating as a successful accommodation business wowing visitors to Cowes. Her interior is just fantastic, traditional in appearance yet fully modernised offering a unique holiday experience.

She is in commission, previously coded she could be again, and her crew quarters are private, accessed through the wheelhouse - so returning to charter is certainly viable. Personally, I can imagine staying aboard and sailing out in the evening to watch the sunset whilst dining in the bay!

There is so much to say about this boat, I stepped aboard and didn't want to leave! Please ask questions, it will be a pleasure to find the answers!

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

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This Gaff Rigged Ketch has been personally photographed and viewed by Corinne Gillard of Boatshed IOW.

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