Grace Louise is a Classic 1972 Fisher 30 Ketch. The Fisher 30 is a legendary motor sailer renowned for its rugged construction, seaworthiness, and traditional charm. Designed by Wyatt and Freeman and built by Fisher Yachts, this 30-foot ketch features a deep, full keel and a heavy displacement hull, providing excellent stability and performance in rough waters. Its distinctive pilothouse offers protection from the elements, making it an ideal vessel for all-weather cruising. The ketch rig, with a main and mizzen sail, provides balanced sailing characteristics, while the auxiliary diesel engine... read more

The Fisher 30 was the first of the hugely popular pilot house style motorsailors, based upon the sea-keeping abilities of North Sea trawlers. Over 250 were built throughout the 1970's and 80's and I am sure that the majority are still cruising somewhere, they really were made to last. As you go aboard you notice how safe and secure everything feels. The custom cut out bulwark allows you to step up easily and it slides back in whilst underway. You step down into the shelter of the cockpit and then it's the wheelhouse helm and seating area which really does make the Fishers true all-weather b... read more

Minnow has been delicately refitted over the winter months, in preparation for sale. She is in very good condition and looking for her next owner. Benefiting from a mid-winter refit and overhaul on all aspects of the yacht’s engineering including a new gearbox, new stove, full AC re-wire and a new water heater. New upholstery to boot has created a very snappy looking yacht! Electric windlass 5-Berth accommodation over forward cabin and saloon. Decent electronic navigation aids including DSC VHF, NEW GPS/Plotter, wind speed, depth sounder and Radar.... read more

The Fisher range of boats has enjoyed real popularity from the time they were first built in the early 1970s with a justified reputation for comfort and rugged seakeeping. Based on a Scottish fishing boat that caught the eye of a knowledgeable sailor who took a moulding and went into production and the rest is history. This example is particularly good, and the pictures speak for themselves. Accommodation Fore cabin with double V berth. Saloon with table and settee converting into a double berth together with a small quarter berth. Wheelhouse with helm position, seating, and good visibility.... read more

Boat Overview When someone settles on the idea of the Fisher 30 Ketch as their next boat, there is simply nothing else that comes close to competing. Stepping aboard this particular example was a joy, it is beautifully presented and updated, and ready to go. Specifications Full spec to follow, the photos will tell most of the story. Value This is a beautiful boat and great value.... read more