Roberts Spray 38

Inspired by Joshua Slocum's legendary yacht 'Spray', this Roberts Spray 38 is designed and built for real ocean adventure! Boasting exceptional strength, seaworthiness, and long-range capability, this vessel was originally sailed by a family of four to New Zealand, through the South Pacific, and up and down the East Coast of Australia. Built to a very high standard, with a charming timber interior fit out, and excellent accommodation, the vessel has been well maintained throughout its life, and has been under the same experienced ownership since 2010. Well set up for easy cruising, it features 2017 STANDING RIGGING, A RAYMARINE 12" AXIOM CHART PLOTTER, DEPTH SOUNDER, AND AUTOPILOT, MUIR 1200 ANCHOR WINCH, HEAVY DUTY DINGHY DAVITS WITH TENDER AND OUTBOARD, 3 X SOLAR PANELS, LOW HOURS 50HP KUBOTA DIESEL ENGINE WITH A NEW 2022 GEARBOX, and has been freshly antifouled and serviced SEPT 2025. Well presented, "Wizard" presents an excellent opportunity to enjoy a yacht of this capability and pedigree. Whether you want to utilise the comfortable accommodation to enjoy the liveaboard lifestyle, cruise the stunning waters of Tasmania, or head off on the adventure of a life time, "Wizard" can do it all in style and comfort!

Stepping inside, the interior is a charming mix of traditional timber and clean white finishes, creating a warm and welcoming ambience. There is also plenty of natural light through the many port lights. To port is the timber dinette, with seating for 6 in comfort on the neatly upholstered settees. The U-shaped galley is ideal for preparing meals underway, and is fully equipped with an upgraded Force 10 four burner gas stove with oven and grill, excellent refrigeration, stainless steel sink with H/C pressurised water, and plenty of storage for extended stays onboard. The accommodation is ideal for a liveaboard or cruising with family and friends. There is a generous private cabin aft with a double berth, quarter berth to port, and additional single berths in the saloon. The package is complete with a private bathroom with electric toilet with holding tank, H/C shower, and vanity.

Outside, the cockpit is deep, safe, and well protected by the solid spray dodger, making it ideal for offshore sailing. The vessel is well set up to be easily sailed short handed with the Raymarine autopilot, mainsail in the boom bag with lazy jacks, furling headsail, and self tacking staysail. There is easy access forwards around the wide side decks, with the solid stainless steel guard rail and high bulwarks providing additional security. Up on the bow is the powerful Muir 1200 electric for controlling the 40lb Sarca anchor and 60m x 10mm chain.

This vessel is powered by a well maintained and reliable 50HP Kubota Diesel Engine with only around 500hrs on the clock! This was installed new by the second owner, and also features the NEW 2022 gearbox. Having been fresh serviced, it provides easy and economical cruising at 6 knots.

If you're looking for a true Bluewater Cruiser with the pedigree, strength, and comfort to take you anywhere, this Roberts Spray 38 is the perfect choice. Solid, dependable, and purpose-built for serious sailing, it offers incredible value for those ready to chase their cruising dreams.