The Rinker Captiva 186 is a typical US style sports bow rider that offers a spacious open cockpit with seating for up to 8 people. The Captiva feels a lot larger than its 18 feet with the benefit of the open bow area being accessed through an opening between the windscreen. There is a great deal to like about this boat, she appears to be well maintained and cared for. The upholstery looks to be in good condition and the hull is clean as not stored in the water. Complete with road going trailer and a powerful 4.3 V6 Mercruiser engine which has just been serviced this boat is ideal for wate... read more

This Dutch Barge was designed and built for the charter market and having had the pleasure of being aboard, I can understand why. The owner reports that the bow thruster and Vetus inboard combine to make a manouverable vessel, with plenty of power when underway. The cockpit has plenty of space for crew whilst sailing along and particularly for relaxing when alongside. Similarly, the side decks have a wide feel and lead forward to a spacious coachroof and foredeck. Down below is just as pleasing. There is an open saloon, with 6'6" headroom and a spacious galley forward to starboard. Also f... read more

The Jaguar 25 is towards the larger end of the popular Jaguar Yachts range. Built for Coastal cruising, it has good space both inside and outside for the crew to sail and live on the boat in comfort. There is a separate forward cabin, with heads and galley with cooker, complemented by a spacious saloon and good room in the cockpit, side and foredeck areas. The boats were provided with the additional benefit of an inboard diesel engine and in this case a sloop rig, with furling headsail. Listening to the history, this boat has benefited from maintenance and investment over the year... read more

The Wilson Flyer 24 is designed to be a fast fisher that can comfortably accommodate up to 6/7 people in the cockpit for fishing. On inspection she was very clean and tidy and there was lots of evidence to suggest she has been well maintained and cared for. At the helm she is well equipped and comes with 3 GPS/Chartplotters, a fish finder and radar. The engine started first time, always "on the button" according to the owner. During my time onboard the owner advised that the engine and outdrive were serviced 15 hours ago. The bellows were replaced 12 months ago and at the same time ... read more

An opportunity to purchase a handbuilt custom made 18ft Skiff rowing boat. Skiffs are well known across the rowing community as being fast and stable perfect, for competitive rowing. The photos show the boat in her current state and the buyer will have the ability to customise the finish according to their requirements. The woodwork will be finished in Mahogany Inside the boat will be finished using 'flo-coat' which is a gelcoat finish with a waxy finish. Row fittings can be selected separately and the builder has offered to fit these free of charge to suit the required specific... read more

Boatshed Essex are pleased to be presenting this Hunter Horizon 273, which was the last model in the popular Hunter range. They have a reputation as comfortable cruising boats with a good sailing performance, partly due to the Hunter 'twin fin' keel re design. The twin keels also provide wider sailing opportunities, for a boat capable of drying-out, cruising rivers and estuaries, but also able to make extended coastal passages.   The running rigging is led aft and is well thought through, being manageable for single handed and family sailors alike.  The boat is tidy, with spacious accom... read more

The Colvic Countess 28 is a well built, solid family bilge keel cruiser. Inside she is clean, the upholstery is in good condition and there is plenty of room with comfortable accommodation for 6 people. The galley is equipped with a 2 burner gas hob, grill and oven and there is a washing up sink with cold water supply beside. She is not equipped with all the latest fancy GPS technology but if you are in the market for 28 foot cruiser to simply enjoy spending time on the water please do take a further look at this boat. The engine can be serviced on purchase and a copy of the survey... read more

We are pleased to be presenting this Storm 22 cruisers version, with centreboard. Designed for many options and can be sailed single handed, or with crew and suited for cruising, or fun on the water. The tidy accommodation below, is spacious for its size, with everything required for overnight or a weekend away. With 4 good sized berths, a galley area and chemical toilet, plenty of storage compartments and a modern finish. Easiliy trailerable and with a 90% inclination, the large cockpit ramains dry! The decks are easily workable and I have been told performs well under sail and is idea... read more

This Fairline 40 is a spacious, flybridge motor cruiser, renowned for their build quality and with plenty of space above and below decks. An ideal platform for distance cruising, living and relaxing onboard. This model was previously commissioned by a Concorde employee and also by a marine engineer. This version has two Volvo 306 hp TAMD 61A’s, providing plenty of power when needed, and coppercoat to the hull. The accommodation is spacious and comfortable, both at sea and in harbour. The open deck saloon is accessed through sliding glass doors, providing great entertaining space an... read more

Boatshed Essex are pleased to be advertising this tidy 7m steel vessel. From listening to the history, this vessel has possibly been used previously as a harbour or river ferry and could provide other commercial or leisure opportunities. Also with a more recent 60 hp Beta diesel engine installed, a full enclosure, cockpit seating, along with some navigation and safety equipment and recent painting. If you’d like any further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact a member of our Boatshed team and we would be pleased to help. These boat details are subject to contract.... read more