ACCOMMODATION FROM FORWARD
The accommodation is designed to make the absolute maximum use of space within the
vessel while avoiding an 'overcrowded' look. The engine is completely contained
beneath sole level allowing a constant floor level throughout.
Forepeak. Length 4m (13') Stowage of sails, inflatable dinghy, fenders, ropes etc.
Large steel deck access hatch.
Watertight Bulkhead.
Crew Cabin or Workshop. Length 2m (6'06') Can be fitted out to hold up to four
crew or to provide a workshop depending on requirements. ocean hatch for light, escape and
ventilation.
Watertight bulkhead with Wt door.
Central corridor with ocean hatch, doors to forward guest cabins
2 X Guest Cabins. Length 2.8m (9'01') Each fitted with either two bunks or a
double berth and occasional pipe cot. Deck light and dorade ventilator.
Watertight bulkhead with Wt door.
Main Saloon Area. Length 5.6m (18'02') The saloon was kept as large as possible
to give the visual impact of space and to be the main below deck working/relaxing area. At
the same time the furniture is arranged to divide up this space below waist height, which
together with hand holds provides maximum crew security in heavy weather.
On the Starboard side is a large Galley fitted with a crash bar to provide a secure
working environment in heavy weather. The cooker is positioned fwd to prevent the crew
being thrown against it and is fitted with high fiddles.
Toilet/Shower compartments are situated Forward and aft of this to provide for the two
separate accommodation areas. There is also a wet locker.
On The Port side is the main seating area. The Settee is U shaped to allow comfortable
use on either tack, and the table is split to allow easy access.
Aft' is the Navigation/office space. According to preference most of the active
navigation will be conducted in the wheel house but this area provides a quiet office
space for tactical planning, and working on ship and other business. With the shelter
provided by the wheelhouse it can be safely equipped with Computers, fax and
communications equipment.
Dorade ventilator, Deck lights, Ocean Hatches, and a large engine deck hatch, provides
ventilation, light and escape routes, together with the easy removal of the engine. There
is access through the floor to the engine, and services together with under floor storage.
A ladder provides access to the wheelhouse.
Watertight bulkhead with 2 X Wt doors to after cabins which are separated by a
longitudinal bulkhead.
2 X Aft Guest Cabins Length. 3.2m (10'05') fitted with double berths. fitted with
ventilators and a clear hatch into wheelhouse for escape and light.
Watertight bulkhead.
After Peak. Length. 2.4m (7'09') Containing Steering gear, generating set, and
bosun/engineering store for fluids. Access through steel deck hatch.
Each individual berth including the mid line of double berths are fitted with lee
clothes for use at sea. There is massive stowage space ( 5 cubic meters. 170 cu ft )
beneath the cabin sole alone.
Good ventilation is provided throughout and escape to deck is possible from all
watertight compartments.