Shannon 38 for sale in West Palm Beach, FL United States of America

Price Reduction

Recent Price reduction on this classic Bluewater Vessel!!! Embark on your maritime dreams with "Smitten," a captivating 1978 Shannon 38 Ketch, conveniently located in West Palm Beach, FL.

Craftsmanship

Crafted with passion and precision by legendary boat builder Walt Schultz, this world cruising sailboat stands as a testament to timeless elegance and seaworthy design.

Key Features

• Proven Pedigree: "Smitten" is an exceptionally well-kept example of a world cruising sailboat, designed for global exploration.
• Legendary Lineage: Constructed by the esteemed Walt Schultz, ensuring quality craftsmanship and durability.
• Meticulously Maintained: The current owner has dedicated five years to maintaining and upgrading "Smitten," for bluewater exploring, ensuring she's in prime condition for your sailing adventures.
• Ready for World Travel: This vessel is equipped and ready to take you on an unforgettable journey around the world. Follow in the wake of legendary sailor and author Beth Leonard, who circumnavigated in a Shannon 38.
• Classic Elegance: In a world where craftsmanship is often sacrificed for modernity, "Smitten" stands as a rare gem. They simply don't build them like this anymore.

Exterior

Exterior:

• Ketch rig with staysail for optimal performance.
• Brand new sails with new Mac Pack sail covers and lazy jacks for easy storing.
• Recently upgraded standing and running rigging for peace of mind.
• Embrace sustainability with 2 new 200 Watt solar panels and a 100 Watt flexible panel.
• Equipped with two Victron solar controllers for efficient energy management.
• Navigate confidently with new B&G chart plotter, 3 displays, and radar.
• Safety first with Triada instruments on masthead, new compass, and CPT autopilot.
• Windless with a new stainless steel Ultra anchor and aluminum Fortress anchor.
• Easy sail handling with new Lewmar self-tailing winches.
• Swim or dinghy access made easy with new two-step boarding ladder and a folding ladder.
• Traditional teak cockpit table.
• Manual whale bilge pump in the cockpit.

Interior

Interior:

• Handcrafted interior joinery and cabinetry exuding timeless charm, with rigidly tabbed bulkheads.
• Port and starboard settees pull out for comfortable sleeping.
• Stunning, versatile teak salon table with 2 drop-folding leaves.
• Enjoy natural light and fresh air with classic bronze port lights and screens for hatches and companionway.
• Stay warm during chilly nights with a diesel cabin heater.
• Electric toilet in the head for convenience.
• Stainless steel sink with pull-out spray faucet in the head.
• Galley features a new 3-burner stove and oven, brand new, spotless, stainless oversized sink with pullout faucet, and new Frigaboat refrigeration with keel cooler.

Engine/Mechanical

Engine/Mechanical:

• Ample water storage with 3 water tanks (100-gallon capacity) replaced in 2015.
• Fuel up for the journey with a 65-gallon fuel tank, also replaced in 2015.
• Modern upgrades include PEX tubing and new valves for water lines.
• Reliable 2004 Westerbeke 44 HP engine with ONLY 178 hours!
• Ensure smooth cruising with a new propeller, shaft, dripless packing, and cutlass bearing.
• Heavy bronze through-hulls with tapered plug, recently rebuilt for added security.

Call to Action

Act Now! Don’t let the opportunity slip away to own a classic sailing yacht with the spirit to carry you across the seas. “Smitten” is more than a boat; it’s a vessel of dreams and adventures.