1969 Rhodes Motorsailer Steel Ketch – Ready for Adventure

***FINANCING AVAILABLE***

Owner willing to provide temporary moorage to buyer on their private mooring ball in the Sidney area.

Step aboard this classic 1969 Philip Rhodes-designed steel ketch, built in Brielle, The Netherlands. With timeless lines, rugged construction, and extensive upgrades, this 52’ (57’ overall) beauty is perfect for bluewater sailing or a comfortable live-aboard lifestyle. Recently returned from a three-month voyage to Alaska in 2023, this vessel is ready to take you on your next adventure.

This well-maintained, ocean-going ketch is your ticket to exploring the world or enjoying the comforts of life on the water. Whether you are looking to cruise remote destinations or settle into a live-aboard lifestyle, this vessel is prepared for it all.

Maintenance Highlights:

• Bottom Maintenance: Hull was fully sandblasted, welded, faired, and received five coats of epoxy barrier followed by five coats of bottom paint (completed 3 years ago).
• Last Haul-Out: 1.5 years ago.
• Recent Dive Inspection: Completed last month—zincs at 95%.
• Electrical: Equipped with an isolation transformer for added shore power safety and corrosion protection.

Key Features:

• Spacious Layout:

• 3 cabins, 2 heads.

• Main cabin: double bed and single bed.

• Side cabin: 2 bunk beds.

• Forward V-berth with additional bunk bed in hallway.

• Ample storage throughout.

Navigation & Electronics:

• AIS system (transmit/receive).

• Laptop with navigation software + 24” monitor.

• Timezero navigation system.

• Furuno radar and plotter with depth sounder.

• Icom M710 single-sideband radio.

• Backup camera.

• Modified CPT autopilot.

Reliable Power & Systems:

• 4-53 Detroit diesel engine.

• Lewmar 250 bow thruster.

• Wind generator and 7 solar panels (750 watts).

• Engine-driven watermaker.

Fuel & Water Capacity:

• 350 gallons of diesel.

• 160 gallons of water.

Comfort & Livability:

• Adriatic diesel cook stove with oven.

• Cozy cabin propane heater.

Condition & Maintenance:

• Major rebuild from 2000–2005 with ongoing care and upgrades.

• Excellent condition – fully equipped and sea-ready.

Location:

• Currently moored in Sidney, B.C.

Do not miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of sailing history with modern upgrades. Schedule a viewing today!