Columbia 27 Sail Boat - Safe, Solid & Family-Ready
$14,750 | Safety Beach, Mornington Peninsula
Columbia 27 pocket cruising yacht in sound condition, perfect for family sailing, relaxed cruising, or weekend adventures around Port Phillip Bay. This is a safe, forgiving yacht that sails beautifully and motors reliably, making it ideal for both experienced sailors and those stepping up into their first cruising boat.
Why you'll love her
o Comfortable accommodation for 4 adults, with space to sleep up to 6 for weekends away
o Full standing head height in the cabin
o Great layout for mum, dad and two kids
o Easy to sail, easy to handle, and economical to run
o Well-documented maintenance history
o Freshly antifouled in April 2026 including prop speed
o New rigging
o New Genoa
Specifications
o Length: 27 ft (8.23 m)
o Draft: 1.5 m
o Displacement: 2800 kg
o Hull & Deck: Fibreglass / GRP
o Keel / Ballast: Lead
o Launch Year: Approx. 1987
o Usage: Family, leisure, cruising
Engine
o Yanmar diesel
o 13 HP
o Overhauled in 2016 and professionally serviced annually
o Reliable and economical
Sails
o Fully battened main sail
o Second main
o Genoa (on furler) - almost brand new, purchased in 2024 to original specifications
Extras
o Current registration until 22/08/2027
o New internal and external cushion covers
o All standing and running rigging replaced in 2024
o Genoa on a furler, making use super easy
o Located in Safety Beach, Mornington Peninsula
o Includes paint for next bottom job
o New companion way in 2023
o Antifoul April 2026 including prop speed
This is a solid, well-known design with plenty of life left and everything you need to start sailing immediately.
Based on American design, this particular hull was manufactured in Ferntree Gully and is full fibre glass (as opposed to American produced boats that have a wood core).
Ideal for weekend cruising, family trips, or a safe introduction to yacht ownership.
We are saying good bye to Step One as we are looking to our next step in our sailing journey. We've had great fun with her as first time boat owners and hope she finds a good new home.
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Location
Mornington Peninsula Area Hidden Harbour VIC
Usage
Family, Leisure, Cruising
Launch Year
1987 approximate
Hull
Fibreglass/GRP Sturdy built in Ferntree Gully
Engine
O 13 HP
o Overhauled in 2016 and professionally serviced annually
o Reliable and economical
Power Source
Diesel : 13 HP Yanmar
Drive Type
Inboard Shaft Drive
Accommodation
O Comfortable accommodation for 4 adults, with space to sleep up to 6 for weekends away
o Full standing head height in the cabin
o Great layout for mum, dad and two kids
Cabins
1 forward cabin, salon can be converted to day bed and bunk beds.
Toilet
Manual marine toilet
Covers
Furling genoa, wheel cover, main sail stack bag
Ground Tackle
Plough anchor and spare anchor
Fire Protection
Yes fire blanked and fire extinguisher
Electronics
Depths sounder, log, wind instrument
Sail Inventory
Main sail, genoa
Mast / Rigging
Running and standing rigging new in 2024
Deck Gear
5 manual winches
ABOUT THE SELLER
Hidden Harbour
VIC 3073 Australia