LILLE VENN is a beautiful example of the iconic Bristol 29.9, originally designed for racing and beloved for its cruising and performance. The hull is constructed of solid, hand-laid fiberglass and the hull and deck are joined with an inward flange resulting in a strong and tight connection. A large rudder provides a responsive helm and the skeg forward of the rudder offers protection for the propeller and good directional control. Design features produce a “well-mannered” vessel in terms of speed and performance that can also stand up to heavy air. In its ten-year production run of 29.9s, Bristol Yachts produced 216 examples--quite a testament to the build quality and design.

The Bristol 29.9 remains a popular choice for sailors looking for traditional quality and construction. The exceptional spaciousness of this thirty-footer results from her long waterline, excellent utilization of interior space, her ample beam and over six feet of headroom. The 29.9 is a great boat for day sailing, overnighting or extended cruising.

LILLE VENN has been well-maintained and updated. Some of the notable improvements include re-powered in 2017 with a 20 hp Yanmar, topsides re-painted in 2012, new electronics in 2016 and a new rudder in 2022. The interior is clean and bright with cushions, curtains, and cabin sole in good condition. A Fairclough winter cover and frame are also part of the package, and optional equipment includes (7) boat stands and a 500# mushroom-style mooring anchor.

This is a classic Herreshoff-designed vessel that has benefited from a knowledgeable and attentive owner. Striking at rest and even more so under sail, if you are considering a traditional yacht in good condition, LILLE VENN should be on your short list to see now.

LILLE VENN can be seen by appointment in the water in Greenwich, CT. 

ACCOMODATIONS

The Bristol 29.9 “Plan 1” layout has a V-berth forward followed by an athwartship head, opposing settees in the main salon, nav desk and quarter berth aft to port and galley aft to starboard. The port settee converts to a double berth and there is a fold-down dining table on the forward bulkhead.

The interior is white fiberglass with wood mahogany trim and teak and holly cabin sole. Head room is six feet plus and there is good light and ventilation with two opening hatches (salon and forward cabin), and ten cabin ports.

• Cushions and curtains in excellent condition
• WEEMS & PLATH Brass, bulkhead-mounted oil lamp
• Circulating fan in galley and V-berth
• Brass reading lights throughout
• Brass, goose-neck lamp at nav desk
• Interior handrails

GALLEY

• Large stainless steel sink & faucet
• Hot & Cold pressure water
• Icebox
• ORIGO 4000, 2-burner alcohol stove
• Select galleyware will transfer w/vessel

HEAD

• GROCO Model K marine toilet
• Stainless steel sink & shower-head faucet
• FORMICA counter
• Teak-framed mirror
• Venting portlight
• Shower curtain
• Good storage

HULL & DECK

• Hand-laid fiberglass hull w/cored decks
• Gelcoat Topsides painted (2012)
• Lead fin fixed keel
• Skeg-mounted Rudder (NEW 2022)
• Bottom painted (2023)
• Stainless steel bow pulpit and stern rail
• Double lifelines with gates port & starboard
• Bow roller with 44 lb. CQR Anchor (30' Chain, 210' Rope)
• Teak toe rail
• Teak handrails on coachroof
• Stainless steel folding swim ladder with teak treads

COCKPIT

• Teak companionway drop boards
• Teak Combing boards
• Dodger (NEW 2020)
• Bimini & Insert
• EDSON Pedestal with 30” Stainless steel wheel
• RITCHIE Binnacle compass w/cover
• Emergency Tiller
• Emergency bilge pump
• Teak cockpit table & drink holder
• LIFESLING Retrieval System
• MAGMA, Rail-mounted propane grill
• Outboard mounting block
• Stainless steel rod holder on stern pulpit
• Cockpit cushions (one missing)

SAILS & RIGGING

• Masthead Sloop Rig
• DOYLE Main w/ “Stackpack” system
• HARKEN Roller furler
• DOYLE Genoa (Roller-furling)
• DOYLE Jib
• NEW Halyards (2022)
• Standing rigging inspected (2022)
• Winches

               (2) LEWMAR 25 Primaries self-tailing, 2-speed

               (1) LEWMAR 8 Cabin top

               (1) LEWMAR 8 on mast

• Traveler mounted on coachroof
• 10’ Genoa track mounted on toe rails

ENGINE & MECHANICAL

• YANMAR 3YM20 (NEW 2017) 530 hrs
• 3-blade fixed prop

PLUMBING

• Water hoses (All NEW 2016)
• Fresh water pump (NEW)
• (2) Water tanks (63 gal)
• Hot water heater (5 gal)
• Holding Tank (15 gal)

ELECTRICAL

• (2) AGM Batteries
• GUEST 3-Bank Battery charger
• 12-V Outlet at Nav Desk
• Mast lights (NEW 2016)
• 30-amp shore power cord

ELECTRONICS

• RAYMARINE Autopilot ST6002 S1 Wheel drive System (not installed)
• STANDARD HORIZON CP175C GPS chart plotter
• SIMRAD Wind Instruments (NEW 2016)
• STANDARD HORIZON INTREPID VHF
• VHF antenna (NEW 2022)
• RITCHIE Binnacle Compass w/cover
• GARMIN GPS 128 (at Nav desk)
• KENWOOD KDC-322 CD/AM/FM Stereo & speakers

ADDITIONAL

• Fenders & dock lines
• Awning & pole
• Boat hook
• (4) life jackets
• Misc. safety equipment
• Fairclough Winter Cover & Aluminum frame

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

• (7) boat stands
• 500# “Mushroom” mooring anchor

Disclaimer

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.

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