Alden Ketch 66

John Alden Malabar 66 exclusively for sale with DBY Boat Sales. Inspections welcome!

John Alden 66 Classic Bluewater Cruiser

This magnificent 66-foot John Alden Malabar 13 66 is a timeless classic designed, and originally owned in the beginning of her life, by renowned naval architect John G. Alden. Built with elegant traditional lines and powerful ocean-going capability, she embodies the grace and seakeeping qualities that have made Alden designs legendary among serious sailors.

This yacht combines classic styling with the durability of fibreglass construction and a strong full-keel hull form. Her sweeping sheerline, long overhangs and graceful profile turn heads in every harbour while providing excellent offshore performance and comfort at sea.

Below decks she offers a warm and inviting interior finished in rich timber, creating the atmosphere expected of a classic yacht of this pedigree. The accommodation layout is generous and comfortable for extended cruising, with spacious living areas, ample storage, and practical systems for bluewater passages.

Powered by a reliable Perkins 85hp diesel, rebuilt in 2015, she provides dependable auxiliary propulsion when required, while her traditional sail plan delivers steady, balanced sailing performance offshore. Extensive tankage and robust construction make her well suited for long-distance cruising or classic yacht events.

Lovingly maintained and upgraded over the years, this Alden 66 presents as a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial classic yacht with pedigree, presence, and true ocean-going capability. Her current owners, a professional couple, have owned for 15 years and have lovingly maintained and cared for her meticulously.

Whether cruising the coastline, undertaking extended voyages, or participating in classic yacht regattas, she represents a unique blend of heritage, beauty and seaworthiness.

The entire detailed history including plans, drawing and World events that she has entered are all available.

Upgraded with electronics along the way this John Alden 66 presents in absolute turn-key presentation.

A 2026 full out of water survey will shortly be available upon request.

Specifications:

Designer : John Alden
Builder : Lanes Boatyard, Oregon

Water (Potable) Capacity (l) : 900
Hull Construction Material : Fibreglass
Hull Type : Monohull

Deck Construction Material : timber with fibreglass overlay
Country Origin : USA

Length (feet) : 66 feet
Length (m) : 20 m
Beam/Width (feet) : 14.1 feet
Beam/Width (m) : 4.39 m
Draft (m) : 2.3 m
Draft (feet) : 7.6 feet
Keel/Ballast : Full keel, encapsulated
Dry Weight (kgs) : 28.94 kgs
Number of Helms : 1
Displacement : 30
Colour : White

Engine Notes : Detroit Perkins 85HP diesel engine, rebuilt in 2015. Velvet drive gearbox plus gen set.
Number Of Engines : 1
Stroke : 4
Engine Hours : 1780
Drive Type : Shaft
Engine Room : Starboard side
Generator : Wisperpower Picalo 4KW
Number of Batteries : 5 house + 2 start - new 2024 engine batteries installed.
Fuel Type : Diesel
Number of Fuel Tanks : 1 Glass
Fuel Tank Capacity (L) : 700
Propeller : 3 blade fixed bronze
Steering System : Edson worm steering

Accommodation Notes : 2 cabin, saloon, galley, 2 enclosed heads.
Number of Berths : 7
Number of Showers : 2
Shower Type : Hot and cold pressurised.
Number of Toilets : 2
Toilet Type : Lavac Vacuflush x 2 manual
Air Conditioning : No
Number of TVs : 1
Holding Tank (L) : Yes

Galley Notes : Good size galley with plenty of storage.
Stove : Dickinson Mediterranean 3 burner gas stove plus oven.
Refrigeration : Yes, top loading.
Number of Freezers : 0
Number of Sinks : 2 x stainless steel

Entertainment and Appliances Notes : 12v Jensen 32" TV, BOSE surround sound, Jenson 12v DVD/CD/Radio.

Anchor / Winch : Electric anchor winch.
Bilge Pump : 2 x auto plus 1 x manual gusher.
Deck Gear : Carbon spinnaker pole, fenders, docklines, boat hook.

Mast/Rigging : 2014 standing rigging. Aluminium masts and booms, ketch rigged. Rig inspected August 2021.
Sail Inventory : Main (2015), Genoa (20140, Staysail, Mizzen, Storm Jib, Mizzen Staysail, Small Spinnaker, large Spinnaker.

Electrics : 2020 Generator, Victron Lithium battery bank with management system, Victron 3k invertor charger, colour controller, Victron smart solar controller 100/30,1 x Victron solar controller 75/15,2 x 365 w solar panels + 1 x 80 w solar panel.

Electronics Navigation : 2020 Raymarine Axiom 12 with remote keyboard, Raymarine multi instrument, depth, thru hull speed transducer, B & G v60 VHF with integrated AIS send and receive, B & G H60 wireless handset.

Dinghy : No

Covers : Brand new boom bag (2026)

Safety Gear : 6 man liferaft, 10 auto inflate offshore jackets, inflatable daanbouy, 2 x horseshoe life rings with LED strobes
Ground Tackle : Vulcan 45kg on 300ft of 1/2 inch chain, spare Bruce anchor, CQR kedge

Watermaker / De-Sal : 140 L/HR

GPS : Several
Has Navigation Lights : Yes
Radio : HF and VHF radios.
Number of Life Jackets : 6

Remarks : Inspection highly recommended to appreciate this head turning classic yacht. Hard to find one like this. Comes with comprehensive spare parts for primary engine, generator and all sailing hardware.