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#612, 83'10" x 70' x 20'2" x 6'1", 1952 |
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| Rhodes designed several
large motor sailers in the 1950s, largely derivative of Tamaris
(# 423, designed in 1937). Boats of this lineage were essentially
sail boats, with full power -- perhaps 70% sail and 30% power.
With a draft of 6'1", almost all major harbors were accessible. A
centerboard helped when sailing to windward.
Sea Prince, almost 84 feet long, was a floating village, with a giant owner's stateroom and two other large double cabins for guests. The main saloon was very large, and the large cockpit was well protected. The galley is full width and perhaps should be called a kitchen. Further forward are crews quarters, including an modest cabin for the captain, four berths for crew, and a full head/shower and crew's dining table. The aft deck can carry a 14 1/2' motor launch. The Rhodes motor sailers of this scale were exceptionally seakindly and comfortable, could sail well, and could cruise anywhere. |