Holland 25

"Dutch Courage" is a well-proven Holland 25, designed by renowned New Zealand yacht designer Ron Holland. These boats earned their reputation in Australian waters as capable, fun, and practical yachts that suit weekend cruising, club racing, and family sailing in equal measure.

Set up for easy short-handed sailing, Dutch Courage keeps things simple and sensible: primary winches and mainsheet within comfortable reach of the helm, with lines led back to the cockpit. The side decks are easy to move around, and there's plenty of working space forward when you're anchoring or handling sails.

Down below, she offers a surprisingly usable layout for her size with accommodation for four (V-berth forward plus two quarter berths aft), a compact but functional galley (sink, fresh water, prep area), and good headroom (approx. 6ft) for a 25-footer -- ideal for relaxed nights at the marina or simple overnighters across the bay.

SET FOR AUCTION - https://boatauctionsonline. Com. Au/auctions/catalog/id/34
The 5th -15th Feb 2026 Auction is open to bid

Highlights & recent work:

Slipped & antifouled / serviced: November 2025

Survey completed: November 2025 (insurance / pre-purchase style) -- QR link available in images here

Sails: Headsails #1-#4 in good condition + spinnaker in very good condition

Engine: Vire 7HP inboard (2-stroke) -- fully reworked April 2025

Electrical: 12V system with 2 x 12V marine batteries + solar charging

Electronics: Seafarer 5 echo sounder

Communications: GME VHF radio (06/2024)

Safety: Flares valid to 11/2028 + fire extinguisher(s)

Comfort upgrades: New mattresses (Dec 2021), fresh water tank (seller notes: 50L, Dec 2021)

Key specs
Rig: Sloop, aluminium mast | Winches: 4 | Sheets/halyards: led aft
Beam: 3.0m | Draft: 1.5m | Displacement: 748kg
Propulsion: Shaft drive, 2-blade prop
Fuel: 30L | Water: 40L (listing spec)
Cruise speed: approx. 6 knots
Toilet: Electric marine toilet (pump changed Dec 2021)
Inspection: In-water inspection in St Kilda, VIC.

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