John Pugh 38 Motorsailer EXCEPTIONAL VALUE COMFORTABLE CRUISER/LIVEABOARD! Just Listed

John Pugh is widely respected for designing capable, seakindly bluewater cruisers that balance passagemaking performance with genuine onboard comfort. This 38ft Motorsailer "Obsession" is a superb example of his work, with its stunning lines, well designed wheelhouse, and generous aft cabin. With complete protection from the elements, this is a vessel that is simply a joy to cruise all year round in even the most challenging conditions. "Obsession" has also been well set up as a comfortable liveaboard, with impressive accommodation and all the amenities of a small apartment. The current owner has maintained this vessel to a high standard including a full antifoul, topside, and deck repaint in May 2026. Well presented with her fresh Cherry Red topsides, "Obsession" presents an excellent opportunity to enjoy a vessel of this size, pedigree, comfort. Sure to turn heads where ever it pulls into port, this is a vessel which is ready to be enjoyed!

Stepping inside, the generous wheelhouse has abundant natural light and panoramic visibility. There is a generous settee to starboard with plenty of space to add extra seating if desired. The internal helm station is well appointed with a Raymarine chart plotter, engine controls, and VHF Radio. Just an easy step down is the galley to starboard. This is fully equipped with a domestic gas stove with oven, upright fridge, microwave, and plenty of storage for extended stays onboard. Opposite is the dinette which can easily convert to a double berth when additional accommodation is required. The impressive master cabin is aft with a generous double berth, seating and storage. Forward is a double v-berth which can be configured as two singles if required. The package is complete with a full bathroom with electric toilet and vanity.

On deck, the vessel presents in excellent condition, and is well set up for serious cruising with the heavy duty dingy davits, tender and outboard, solar panels, and Raymarine electronics. Sail handling is simple with the furling headsail, boom bag for the main, and Raymarine autopilot. The solid guard rails provide excellent security when moving around the vessel, and there is an electric anchor winch on the bow for easy anchoring.

This vessel is powered by a well-maintained Nanni 43HP Diesel engine which provides easy and economical motoring at 6 knots. The engine is easily accessed beneath the wheelhouse floor for hassle-free servicing.

Well presented, and with the pedigree and capability to fulfil even the most ambitious sailing aspirations, "Obsession" is a vessel that is sure to impress! Whether you want to enjoy the liveaboard lifestyle, learn the ropes on a safe and reliable yacht, or head off on a grand adventure, "Obsession" can do it all in style and comfort!
For more information please contact:
Jo Breen on Call Seller
Stuart Watson on Call Seller
Jack Allison on Call Seller

Derwent Boat Sales offers the information on this vessel including condition, in good faith as provided by the Owner/Vendor. While confident about the accuracy we cannot Guarantee or Warrant it but will assist any prospective purchaser verify this as part of the purchase process.