Additional Boat Details
Interior layout
The design accomadates space to an expansive interior boasting 6′ 4″ of headroom. The layout down below has blue water in mind; there’s a seagoing berth and chart table combo on the starboard quarter and a large U-shaped seagoing galley to port. Two additional berths are provided in the saloon by way of settees either side of the saloon table. The table can fold away opening up the saloon, as per Perry’s original plans. The forward cabin has a double berth which is conveniently located next to the head. The quality of workmanship is superb with a marble countertop in the head and abundant use of teak curved in an Art Nouveau style.
Galley
refrigerator, double stainless steel sink, hand pump water, pressurized hot and cold water, lots of storage space and cabinets, galley furnishings, barbecue
Electronic Equipment
radio, depth finder, gps
Electrical System
110 shore power, 110 power plug ins & 12 volt plug ins throughout boat, battery charger
Other Equipment
roller furling, safety equipment, full boat cover, sail and individual hatch covers,
Remarks
John Kretschmer writing for Sailing Magazine commented, “it’s a big boat trapped in a short body” and certainly the displacement and ballast numbers are more akin to boats in the 35' category. The cockpit easily accommodates 6.
There’s no questioning that this is a traditional full keel double-ender of Aitkens and Colin Archer heritage. The boat is nicely proportioned with beautifully balanced overhangs, a sweeping sheer, and the Perry favorite; a traditional canoe stern. A four foot bowsprit sits up front and from the mast hangs a cutter rig boasting a healthy 504 sq. ft. of sail.
I offer this beautiful sailboat to you as I am 81 years old. The Susan Kay has sailed open ocean, cruising many waters, fair and rough, and is a consistent joy to all aboard.
