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Dufour 30 Classic (Shallow Draft 1.14m) – Ready to Sail – Ideal Irish Cruiser
A superb example of the ever-popular Dufour 30 Classic, featuring the highly desirable shallow draft of just 1.14m — perfect for Lough Derg, Irish coastal cruising, and easy access to shallow harbours and anchorages.
This well-maintained yacht is ready to sail for the season and offers an excellent balance of performance, comfort, and ease of handling — ideal for family cruising or for sailors moving up into a capable cruiser.
The practical two-cabin layout includes a separate forward cabin, providing excellent comfort and privacy. Inside, she is bright and welcoming, with a spacious saloon, fully equipped galley, and separate heads.
Key Features:
• Shallow draft (1.14m) – access more places with confidence.
• Two-cabin layout with private forward cabin.
• Comfortable, bright saloon and practical layout.
• 12V electric fridge.
• Hot and cold pressurised water.
• Two-burner gas hob with oven.
• Mainsheet led to cockpit centre – excellent helm control.
• Furling jib led to the coachroof for easy, stable handling.
Additional Details:
• Engine: Volvo Penta 29 with saildrive and folding propeller (low drag under sail).
• Sails: 2023 fully battened mainsail with two reefs; jib (approx. 2012) in good condition.
• Electronics: Wind speed/direction, depth, speed, autopilot.
• Location: Garrykennedy, Lough Derg, Co. Tipperary (freshwater use since 2012).
A genuine, ready-to-go cruiser in a prime sailing location.
A few small optional improvements:
• “furling Jib” should be lowercase: furling jib.
• “led to coachroof” sounds more natural as led to the coachroof.

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