1977 Boattel ?

Step aboard this 1977 Boattel and you can feel the era when hulls were laid up thick and built to last. The lines are classic and purposeful, with generous windows that flood the cabin with natural light and make the interior feel larger than the footprint suggests. The forward deck offers an easy spot to throw out a couple of chairs and enjoy sundowners, while the wide side decks make line handling and docking far less stressful. Underfoot, the boat’s heft translates into a reassuringly solid ride, especially at low cruise. It’s the kind of floating cottage that invites you to slow down, tinker, and put your personal stamp on the remaining details.

A Boattel of this vintage shines in waters where protected bays, rivers, and marinas are your everyday playground. The modest draft lets you nose into quiet coves and shallower anchorages that deeper-keel cruisers skip, while the broad beam gives you the stability you want when afternoon chop kicks up. Ample cabin volume in a relatively compact length means you can enjoy liveaboard-style comfort without wrestling a large yacht in tight slips. With its straightforward systems and simple, workboat-style structure, this hull is easy to maintain in areas where professional yard time comes at a premium and do‑it‑yourself upkeep is part of the lifestyle.