1981 Freedom Cat-Ketch 33 For Sale

This 1981 Freedom Yachts Cat-Ketch 33 is a classic! More importantly, she's been well cared for and maintained for her intended purpose: sailing!

On deck, the Freedom 33 is well suited for singlehanding in that all lines lead aft to the cockpit and can be handled by one person. And that bow thruster will make it easy to maneuver in tight places! There is also the useful Center Board: the boat draws 6 feet with the board down and 3 feet with the board up.

The basic construction of the hull and deck is known to be among the best in the boat industry because no expense was spared in acquisition of building materials and techniques of construction. The Freedom 33 has a balsa-cored hull and deck which offer rigidity, yet insulation. This reduces hull weight while maintaining structural integrity.

In the cabin, by having her waterline stretched out to virtually the overall length of the boat, the 33 has exceptional roominess for her modest length on deck. Her teak and holly sole really accentuate the beauty of the cabin.

Two heaters (one is bulkhead mounted and is propane, the other is a Ref Dot engine driven heater similar to a car heater), a three-burner propane stove with oven, refrigerator, 80 gallon fresh water capacity and a water heater make the cabin very comfortable!

She comes with a dodger, two anchors (CQR 35 pounds & Bruce 35 pounds), an Avon 8' tender and 5HP motor, five sails (main, mizzen and three mizzen staysails) and a bow thruster. Total sail area is 516 square feet.

Electronics: VHF, distance log, Fathometer, knot meter, auto pilot, battery charger, propane sniffer-these were on the boat when purchased by the current owner in 1997. GPS added after purchased. Professional Mariner battery charger.

SLIP INFO: Boat slips in Seward are rented from the city they do not transfer when the boat sells. It's best if new boat owners get on a waiting list ahead of a new boat purchase.

For this boat the yearly slip fee is $2000 and monthly electric is about $50. Not a liveaboard, minimal electric usage.

Dinghy included: 8' Avon with 5HP Mercury OB Engine

The owner reports this vessel and all her systems to be in good working condition.

About 145 hours on the engine. Last hauled and painted 2012. Yearly the owner has the bottom scrubbed and the shaft zinc replaced.

As a broker, we have not evaluated this reported condition and encourage anyone considering purchasing this vessel to have a certified marine survey prior to purchase.