1969 Spencer 44 CC

What stands out here is classic Spencer pedigree: a deep, comfortable motion at sea and a hull built in the era of seriously overbuilt fiberglass. The 44 CC layout gives you a secure walk-through under cover, so you’re not scrambling over the cockpit in a blow. High bulwarks and substantial deck hardware make moving forward feel safe underway. With that big engine room and true workboat-style access, you can actually service systems offshore instead of just staring at them. The center cockpit offers a dry, protected helm and creates that private aft owner’s cabin that liveaboards crave, while the long waterline and powerful sail plan let you keep your averages up on passagemaking runs.

A Spencer 44 CC shines in this region’s mixed conditions, from light-air days to squally, confused seas. The hefty displacement and deep underbody deliver a soft, predictable ride when short-period chop stacks up, while the powerful diesel and generous tankage give you the range and confidence to motor through calms or foul currents. The center cockpit keeps you high, dry, and with excellent visibility when navigating tight channels or crowded anchorages. Below, the two-cabin, two-head layout makes extended seasons aboard practical, whether you’re chasing winter warmth or summer breezes. Robust construction, seakindly manners, and genuine liveaboard comfort suit the long distances and changeable weather typical of this cruising ground.