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Note: DOVETAIL is currently hauled out in South Florida for her annual yard period (July –September 2024) – so a great time for a full hull inspection!

A little history … DOVETAIL was John Trumpy and Sons contract #446 built in 1972 in Annapolis, Maryland as one of the last of the popular “Houseboat” models built. Originally named GERIFAY, she served as Committee Boat for the 1974 Americas Cup Races in Newport, RI.

DOVETAIL has an enclosed pilothouse and a large full-width galley on the main deck for easy access. Her overall length is 72’ / 21.95m, with a beam of 18’ / 5.49m and a draft of 4’5” / 1.35m, 69 gross tons / 55 net tons. Her hull is artfully built of steam-bent oak framing, with double planked mahogany -- 3/8-inch inner mahogany planks and 3/4-inch outer mahogany planks and marine grade 5200. Impeccably well-maintained, DOVETAIL is a classic yacht with fully modernized systems. DOVETAIL was fully restored & refit RI from 2017 to 2020 (at a cost of well over $1 million):

DOVETAIL recent maintenance highlights:
2017-2018: DOVETAIL underwent a major refit with the premiere Trumpy experts at McMillen Yachts in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. During this time more than half the bottom was re-planked below the waterline and the bronze thru-hull valves were replaced and topsides wooded. She was also repowered with twin Cummins QSM-11 650 hp diesel engines, the engine room was fully-refit and DOVETAIL received new gears, shafts, props, and a new exhaust system. The electric service was upgraded to 100-amp with a 24vDC battery system. All other systems refurbished / serviced: Naiad 254 hydraulic stabilizers, hydraulic bow thruster, Spectra watermaker, Cruisair Air Conditioning, windlass …

2018-2019: Additional mechanical and cosmetic upgrades were completed in Stuart, FL and in Portsmouth, RI including a new redesigned galley installed and complete hull painted in 2019 with white Alexseal. Also in 2019, McMillin Yachts replaced the bottom planking structure around the rudder ports and new steering engineering was installed.

2020 & 2021: DOVETAIL owners cruised in New England during the summers and Florida & the Bahamas during winters, with ongoing maintenance to keep her in pristine condition.

2022: Full renewal of all varnish inside and out – stripped to bare wood and 6 coats applied.

2023: All new teak decks were laid on the aft deck area, which was previously painted non-skid. The engines & mechanical systems were fully serviced in November 2023.

2024: Fresh varnish inside and out in January & February, in March air conditioning was fully serviced. Mid July through September 2024: hauled out for full shipyard period with the bottom thoroughly cleaned and freshly painted, the “worm shoe” replaced, caulking replaced, propellers fully serviced plus installation of an Arid Bilge System. DOVETAIL has received an additional 2 coats of varnish on the interior and exterior. Engine hours as of early July 2024 approximately 2200 hours on both the port and starboard engines. Generator hours on the twin Northern Lights 25 KW generators: 3800 hours on the port generator and 1700 hours on the starboard generator.

The complete and up to date maintenance log is on board DOVETAIL.

Walk-Thru

On the main deck forward of the galley is the wheelhouse with a well laid out dashboard with easily accessible instruments, a long helm bench on the aft bulkhead, teak & holly sole, an opening center window and port and starboard wing doors. The pilothouse has excellent visibility for operation. A forward companionway leads from the wheelhouse down to the lower deck crew quarters, crew dinette, laundry area, abundant storage, and adjacent easily accessible engine room.

Moving aft is the efficiently planned galley with stainless steel appliances: glass top 5-burner stove with oven, a convection microwave, full-size French door refrigerator with bottom freezer, stainless steel 2-drawer Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, large sink, lots of storage, pass-thru window, teak & holly soles.

Aft of the galley is the spacious and inviting salon with period mahogany furnishings and cabinetry, there is a day-head and original roll-down windows for the option of fresh air. A passthrough window from the galley makes service efficient. The salon opens to the aft deck which can be enjoyed “al fresco” to take in the fresh sea-breeze, or fully enclosed with isinglass and air conditioning. The aft deck has a wet-bar, a buffet, and an icemaker for enjoying sunset cocktails cocktails or dining alfresco. 

Stairs from the salon lead down to the guest accommodations that includes the full beam owner’s stateroom aft, furnished with a centerline queen bed and ensuite head & shower and ample built in storage. Moving forward on the lower deck are two identical guest cabins port and starboard each with 2 twin beds, built in storage & an ensuite head & shower.

From the wheelhouse is access to the crew accommodations on the lower level forward. There is a captain’s cabin plus accommodations for 1-2 additional crew. Separate crew head & shower, crew dinette, laundry area and dry storage.

DOVETAIL is meticulously maintained and a “must-see” if you are searching for a true jewel of American maritime history. Available for inspection by appointment.

Infinity Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Luke Brown Yachts - Ft. Lauderdale.