Beneteau First 29 - “Whisper” Currently in Greece Liveaboard-ready Well-maintained Perfect entry into Med cruising Whisper is our much-loved 1986 Beneteau First 29 and floating home for the past four summers. We purchased her in Croatia in 2022 as our first liveaboard, following a thorough survey, and spent the next few seasons cruising the Adriatic and Ionian Seas, including Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, Italy, and Greece. What started as a one-summer adventure has turned into a lifestyle. But with a ten-month-old, we’re reluctantly making way for something roomier. Year: 1986 Model: Beneteau First 29 Registration: Poland-flagged ️ 2 cabins, 6 berths (including saloon) 9.04m × 2.97m × 1.65m ️ Volvo 13.25kW engine (~600 hrs) ️ 300W solar + 2x 120Ah GEL batteries Furling main & genoa Bow thruster Engine Volvo Penta 2002 13.25kW Engine head replaced circa 2018 Approx. 600 engine hours since Electrical System 2x 120Ah GEL house batteries (2023) 300W solar (2023) 500W inverter Separate starter and bow thruster batteries Rigging & Sails Furling main and genoa Standing rigging and mast in good condition replaced in 2018 Bow thruster (2020)  ️ Interior & Layout 2 double cabins, sleeps up to 6 (inc. saloon berths) Manual head Sink in head Rear deck shower hose Galley with electric water pump Refurbished fridge (2023) 2-burner stove + grill (2023) 200L freshwater bladder  Other features and upgrades New VHF (2022) New alternator (2024) Refurbished sprayhood (2024) Safety netting (2025) 5 new fans wired in (2024) Annual antifoul and engine servicing Dinghy Boat cover Great For: Single sailors, couples or small families looking to live aboard and cruise on a budget A weekend runabout or island hopper with character and comfort A few minor cosmetic a jobs, but fully functional and actively cruising now. Message me for more details, copy of the last survey, or to arrange a viewing.

Rare opportunity in Marina del Rey. This 1979 Islander Freeport 36 Plan B, designed by the renowned Robert Perry, is more than just a sailboat—it’s a standout in a cult-classic line admired for comfort, layout, and cruising capability. It comes with a transferable slip (pending marina approval) in one of Marina del Rey’s most desirable recreational marinas, offering newer docks, boater’s bathrooms, clubhouse, laundry rooms, and Spectrum internet access if desired. Only around 150 Islander Freeport 36s were built between 1976 and 1984, and about half were configured with the more desirable Plan B layout. This version includes a Pullman berth forward and a large head and shower, offering excellent livability not often found on boats this size. The high-house design provides natural light and generous headroom throughout the main salon. With a walk-through transom, encapsulated keel, skeg-hung rudder, and solid construction, this boat was built for both comfort and capability. Owners of the Islander Freeport 36 tend to hold onto them—and for good reason. The interior layout and space efficiency continue to attract sailors looking for a vessel that feels like home. This vessel has been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully upgraded over the years. Recent improvements (2023–2024) include a new engine starter, battery charger, hot water heater, sump pump, bilge pump, and porthole and hatch work. Additional upgrades over time include standing rigging, a battened mainsail, Harken roller furler, Garhauer traveler, and a repowered Perkins 4108 with less than 800 hours of use. The bottom was painted in 2016 and was last inspected during haul-out in 2020—still in great shape. This is the kind of listing that seasoned sailors watch for. The Freeport 36 Plan B is hard to find—especially with this layout, these upgrades, and this marina location. If you’re ready for a boat that offers both character and capability, schedule a showing and see what makes this Islander such a standout. Major Systems & Mechanical*New engine starter (\~2023–2024)* Engine raw water intake thru-hull and valve replaced (Nov 2020)* PSS dripless shaft seal installed (2016)* Original packing gland removed (2016)* Rebuilt Perkins 4108 engine installed (2005, less than 800 hours since)* Fuel tank cleaned and fuel polished (2005)* Holding tank installed (2005)* Bronze thru-hulls and valves replaced (2005) Rigging, Sails & Deck Hardware* Main halyard (all rope) replaced (2016)* Masthead sheaves replaced (2016)* Battened mainsail (2005, Air Force)* Standing rigging replaced (2005)* Harken roller furler installed (2005)* Solid boom vang installed (2005)* Garhauer traveler installed (2005)* Running rigging replaced (2005, general) Hull & Bottom Work* Bottom inspected during haul-out (2020)* Bottom paint applied (2016) Canvas & Exterior* New porthole work/replacements (2023–2024)* New hatch maintenance/work (2023–2024)* Dodger canvas and isinglass replaced (recent)* Canvas covers: mainsail, handrails, winches, binnacle, cockpit sunshade, dinghy* Brightwork (varnish) on companionway and deck wood (recent) Electrical & Batteries* New battery charger (2023–2024)* 6v AGM Group GC2 batteries (2020)* Xantrex 20amp battery charger (installed prior to 2020) Plumbing & Galley* New sump pump for shower (2023–2024)* New bilge pump (2023–2024)* New hot water heater (2023–2024)* Jabsco freshwater pump (Aug 2022)* Head and hoses replaced (2016) Navigation & Safety* Handheld VHF Radio (Uniden)* Handheld GPS (Garmin)