The highly regarded Starlight 35 was designed by Stephen Jones as a seaworthy, well mannered and capable fast cruiser. The ongoing popularity of the design is a testament to their sailing ability and build quality. ‘Jay Bee II’ is now in her second ownership and is set up for cruising with a recent engine and full electronics package, diesel heating, bimini and cockpit cover. The slab reefing mainsail has all lines lead back to the cockpit and she is equipped with an inner forestay and blade jib to keep her going to windward in stronger winds. The Stephen Jones lead antimony wi... read more

DESCRIPTION The Rustler 36 needs no introduction. This go-anywhere Holman & Pye globetrotter is a proven ocean crossing machine, but also offers a superb proposition for safe coastal cruising. ‘Orions Girl’ is a good example, which benefits from Hydrovane self steering, recent standing rigging and a reliable Yanmar engine. She is a sailor’s boat, with running rigging and steering systems designed for easy management from the cockpit. The onboard safety inventory and systems provide a high degree of security, while the tankage and renewable power capabilities mea... read more

Overview The Beneteau Oceanis 381 Clipper is a highly regarded, comfortable cruiser designed by Jean Berret and Olivier Racoupeau. It is celebrated for its spacious interior and solid offshore performance. ‘Deja Vu’ has the preferred two cabin option, which gives two generous double berths, a voluminous head compartment and an excellent sea-going galley. The saloon is light and airy, with a very convivial ambiance, and benefits from a double berth conversion via the drop-down table. Short handed sailing is easy, with lines lead back to the cockpit and a comprehensive binnacle da... read more

‘Siosarnoir’ is a good example of this timeless bluewater cruising yacht, with its long-standing reputation for strength, balance, and offshore capability. Designed by Holman & Pye, the Rustler 36 has earned a global reputation as a capable and dependable bluewater cruiser, proven on countless long-distance passages. ‘Siosarnoir’ is a well-equipped for offshore voyaging or coastal cruising, with windvane self-steering, a bow thruster for close quarters manoeuvring, and a reliable 29HP Yanmar engine. The current owners have maintained a rolling programme of mainten... read more

If you are looking for a superbly capable cruiser with proven blue water ability, this highly regarded Chuck Paine design should be on your shortlist. The Bowman 40 offers ocean going potential but is equally at home as a powerful coastal passage maker. The Bowman 40 is easily sailed, with a spacious uncluttered cockpit and the flexibility of a cutter rig. From the moment you step aboard, you know that you are on a real sailors boat, designed to make fast passages in safety and comfort. ‘Quiver’ is a good example of the marque and benefits from a recently installed Yanmar e... read more

The Grand Soleil 40 is a well respected performance cruiser which is ideally suited to family cruising, but more than capable of being competitive on the race course. The design by Masimo Papperini has very attractive, purposeful lines, a fractional rig and a deep fin keel. Short handed sailing is easy, with lines led back to the cockpit, a bow thruster and autopilot with twin controls. ‘Eutopia II’ has the preferred owners layout, with two double cabins and a large aft heads with walk in shower cubicle. The light and airy saloon and linear galley make for a very convivial livi... read more

‘Xhabbo II’ is a fine example of this popular family cruiser. With just two owners from new, she has clearly been lightly used and cherished, as evidenced by the immaculate interior. The Bavaria 31 Cruiser offers accommodation for six in two double cabins plus the saloon, with welcoming accommodation in light mahogany joinery. All sail control lines are led aft for comfortable short-handed sailing. The cockpit sole and seating is laid in teak and stern access is easy with a drop down transom door and bathing ladder. She is ready to go, having had a new sail drive seal in 2... read more

Overview There are some boats where the moment you step aboard, you realise she is something rather special. ‘Seahorse’ is an exceptional example of the legendary Targa 32 – the ultimate 4×4 of the sea, renowned for their all-weather seakeeping capabilities, comfort and quality of build. With just two owners from new and very light use, she presents in outstanding condition, reminiscent of a new boat. She is powered by twin Volvo Penta D4-300 diesel engines, which have run just over 500 hours. The engine bay is immaculate and the engines and stern drives have j... read more

Overview Designed by Ed Dubois, the Westerly Sealord is highly sought after as an affordable, robust, blue water cruising boat, ideal for an Atlantic circuit or longer liveaboard adventures. The centre cockpit layout offer generous accommodation and commodious storage, combined with good sailing performance and easy sail handling. This example (hull #40 of 42) is ready to go, with replacement engine, Monitor wind vane, recent standing rigging, good sails, wind generator, generous tankage and a fulsome set of spares. ‘Spirit of Penmar’ has been well maintained by her e... read more

Overview ‘Curlew’ is a very nice example of the ever popular Najad 331. These well built yachts sail extremely well and offer the perfect fast cruising package, with deceptively spacious accommodation and easy sail handling. The Scandinavian build quality is apparent the moment you step aboard, with an abundance of quality woodwork and practical design features. Curlew has been well maintained by her experienced owners, and she benefits from a full replacement of the standing and running rigging in 2025. She is afloat at Newton Ferrers and available for viewing by... read more