2010 Robert Perry Far Harbour 39

Step aboard and you’ll notice how thoughtfully this 39-footer is laid out for a small crew or singlehander. Winches, clutches, and helm all fall easily to hand, so reefing or tacking doesn’t turn into a deck dance. The cockpit is deep and secure, with coamings that actually support your back on long watches. Down below, sightlines are excellent; you can stand in the galley and still keep an eye on the world outside. Tankage and storage are generous for a boat this size, with smart spaces for spares, sails, and provisions. The hull feels solid and quiet underway, with a motion that’s surprisingly gentle for a compact passagemaker.

In these waters, conditions can swing from flat calm to short, choppy seas in a single day, and this design takes that in stride. The cutter-style sail plan and moderate displacement mean you can keep moving when the breeze is fickle, yet remain comfortable when the afternoon wind pipes up. Shoal-friendly draft opens up anchorages that deeper cruisers can only admire from a distance. The sheltered cockpit and easy-to-manage rig make it realistic to cover miles even with a small crew. When you’re ready to range farther, the boat’s efficient systems and seakindly hull reward longer, more ambitious coastal runs.