2018 Cutwater 30 CB

Step aboard and you’ll notice how the command bridge transforms this 30-footer into a much bigger boat. The elevated helm gives you a 360° vantage point for picking your way through tight anchorages, while guests stretch out on the bridge lounge or the padded sunpad forward. Below, the smart galley layout lets you actually cook underway, with everything braced and within arm’s reach. The convertible salon seating and generous windows make it feel bright and open even on gray days. Clever storage is tucked under nearly every seat and step, so paddleboards, crab pots, and cruising provisions all have a home without cluttering the decks.

For this cruising ground, the Cutwater 30 CB hits a sweet spot between capability and manageability. Its efficient diesel inboard and hull design handle choppy afternoon wind waves comfortably while still sipping fuel on longer passages between islands. The covered cockpit and enclosed cabin keep you dry when the weather turns, yet the flybridge lets you enjoy those glassy summer evenings in the open air. With modest draft and well-protected running gear, you can nose into quieter coves and tuck in close to shore. It’s small enough for a couple to handle with ease, yet laid out to host family or friends for weekend explorations.