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- Located at Portishead Marina
Details
- Make: Vertue
- Model: MkII
- Engine Make & Model: Beta #K36017
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Price: £21,500
- Location: In Portishead Marina
- Keel: Fin
- Hull Construction: Fibreglass (GRP)
- Drive Type: shaft
Dimensions
- Beam: 2.16m
- Draft: 1.4m
- LOA: 7.81m
- Builder: Bossoms Boat Yard
- Designer: Laurent Giles
- Hull Type: Monohull
Summary
For Sale: Vertue MkII – A Timeless Classic with Offshore Pedigree
Step aboard a true icon of British yacht design – the Vertue MkII, a vessel renowned for its seaworthiness, charm, and proven offshore capability. Designed by Laurent Giles and evolved from the legendary Vertue class, this MkII version blends traditional craftsmanship with practical upgrades, making her a rare and sought-after find.
Specifications:
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Model: Vertue MkII
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Designer: Laurent Giles
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Length Overall: Approx. 26’ (7.81m)
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Construction: GRP hull with traditional teak joinery
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Rig: Masthead sloop
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Engine: Reliable Beta inboard diesel
Key Features:
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Solid offshore reputation: With countless ocean crossings to its name, the Vertue class is revered for safety, balance, and handling in heavy weather.
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Classic charm: Rich woodwork, cozy saloon, and thoughtful layout exude warmth and tradition.
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Modern updates: Includes GPS , electrical, and rigging improvements while retaining original character.
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Compact & capable: Ideal for solo adventurers or couples looking to cruise in a manageable, seaworthy boat.
Whether you're a traditionalist sailor, a coastal explorer, or preparing for serious passage-making on a small but mighty yacht, the Vertue MkII is a pocket cruiser that delivers enduring performance with undeniable character.
She’s ready for her next chapter – are you?
Mechanical
Engine: Beta #K36017
Hp/KW: 20hp/15kw
Year: 2016
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel Capacity 42lt ( New Vetus fuel tank 2016 )
Drive: Shaft
Prop: 3 Blade bronze
Cruise Speed 5knt (Approx)
Max Speed 6knt (Approx)
Rope Cutter Yes
Electrical
ELECTRICAL:
Volts: 12/240
40 Solar panel with Victron regulator
Batteries 2
Shore power yes
charging Alternator
Shore power Cable
Dimmable led lightin
Rigging
Cutter rig with twin Spreader
Twin Backstay
Deck-stepped mast
S/steel Rigging (replaced in 2017)
Halyards led aft to cockpit with spinlock jammers
Winches: Lewmar 16 x 6
Sails: Mainsail Slab reef (2 reefs)
Roller furl Headsail ( Plastimo )
Hank-on staysail
Storm sail
Navigation
Plotter
Depth
Autopilot
AIS Vesper B8000
Depth
Wind
Icom VHF
Clock & Barometer
Deck
Lawrence Simpson Manual Winch
Fortress and 10Kg Delta
Interchangeable chain and warp 20mx60m Warp and chain
9KG Vulcan anchor plus a Delta & a Fortress anchor
Boat hook
Seago 2.3 Roundtail inflatable with outboard bracket
Safety
Liferaft ( In-date)
Bilge pumps ( one manual & one electric )
Danbuoy 1
Lifebuoy 1
Jackstays
Fireblanket
Throw line
Radar reflector
Fire extinguishers
Full set of in-date flares
Canvas
Sprayhood
Dodgers
Accommodation
Interior finish Teak wood
no. Berths 4 ( or 2 x convertible doubles)
2x singles fore peak & 2 x Saloon
( or 2 x convertible doubles)
No. Cabins 2
Max headroom 1.85m
Heads: Jabsco sea toilet - Porta loo also included
Galley:
Cooker 2 burner spirit stove
sink yes - with cold water & foot pump
Cool box
Construction
Designer: Laurent Giles
Reg: 62346
Material: GRP
Steering: tiller
Keel: Traditional full keel
Steering: Transom hung Rudder
Bowsprit: yes
Teak toe-rail , seats and hatch cover
LOA: 7 m 81 cm
Beam: 2 m 16 cm
Min Draft: 1 m 40 cm
Tanks
Fuel: 1 x 42 l
Single Berths: 4
Cabins: 2
Heads: 1 Porta Loo
Hull Shape: Displacement
Flag Of Registry: United Kingdom
Disclaimer
For a full, detailed specification with additional photographs and direct contact details for the listing office visit our website
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made
- Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age
- Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old
- Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old
Please note that as the broker/agent, we cannot guarantee or warrant the serviceability of any safety equipment included within the inventory, including but not limited to the condition, operation, or service dates of such equipment. It is the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect and assess the condition of all safety equipment prior to purchase.
NOTE - Please ring our offices prior to visiting, as the boat may be unavailable for viewing or located at a different marina.
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