This 1998 Salthouse Motor Sailor carries the name of Bob Salthouse, one of New Zealand's most respected boat designers. At 13.03m long with a 4.54m beam and 1.5m draft, she has the kind of stability and sea-keeping Salthouse hulls are known for. Three cabins make her a practical option for couples or families looking at extended coastal cruising or longer offshore runs.
The motor sailor rig gives the owner the choice of sail or power depending on the conditions on the day. Salthouse-built boats are known for solid construction and a seaworthy hull shape that has aged well. The 1.5m draft opens up more anchorages and marinas than deeper-draft cruisers, and the beam gives her good interior volume and a steady platform underway.
She is now listed in Wellington at a reduced price of NZD $275,000. For anyone weighing up the Marlborough Sounds, a Cook Strait crossing, or weekend trips closer to home, this is a well-regarded design worth a close look.
