Van De Stadt Spirit 28 EXCELLENT CONDITION, EXCEPTIONAL VALUE!


Designed by Van De Stadt, the Spirit 28 is renowned for its impressive sailing performance, excellent build quality, and true versatility. Having stood the test of time, this impressive design is ideal for anything from a first yacht for those just learning the ropes, comfortable coastal cruising, with the turn of speed to also excel as a competitive twilight racer. "Chaka" is an excellent example of the design, and has been significantly upgraded by the current owner including a NEW 220 ULTRALIGHT HIGHFIELD TENDER, NEW CUSTOM STAINLESS STEEL DINGHY DAVITS AND BOARDING LADDER, NEW BOOM BAG, SPRAY DODGER, AND ROPE BAGS, ALL NEW MATTRESSES AND UPHOLSTERY INCLUDING COCKPIT CUSHIONS, and THE INTERIOR TIMBER WORK HAS BEEN RECENTLY VARNISHED. Presenting in excellent condition, "Chaka" presents a great opportunity to enjoy a yacht of this pedigree for a minimal investment.

Stepping inside, the beautifully finished traditional timber trims and white finishes create a light and welcoming ambience. To port is the timber dinette with seating for 6 in comfort on the NEW SETTEES. To starboard is the galley. This is equipped with a 2 burner portable stove, sink with fresh water, icebox, and plenty of storage. The accommodation is ideal for weekend cruising with family and friends. There is a double v-berth forward, two quarter berths aft, and the dinette converts to a berth in the saloon when additional accommodation is required. The package is complete with a manual marine toilet with storage opposite.

Outside, the cockpit is a great space to relax in your favourite anchorage. It is well set up for easy short handed sailing, with the main sheet and jib sheets in easy reach of the helm, all lines lead back to the cockpit, and the mainsail in the NEW boom bag with lazy jacks. Forward is the anchor locker, and there is a NEW swim ladder for easy access to the water on a sunny day.

This vessel is powered by the well maintained and reliable Yanmar 2GM20 20HP Diesel Engine. This is fitted with a NEW electric fuel pump, and was professionally serviced in October 2025. It provides easy and economical cruising at 5 knots.

With its traditional charm, significant upgrades, and excellent presentation, "Chaka" is ready to turn your sailing dreams into reality! For more information please call Jo Breen on or Jack Allison on .

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.

Region
Tasmania
Location
Hobart TAS
Reference
Chakka05032026
Usage
Family, Cruising, Racing
Launch Year
1985 approximate
Hull
Fibreglass/GRP
Designer
Van De Stadt
Builder
Mounts Bay Yachts WA
Length
28' - 8.53m
Beam
2.8m
Draft
1.7m
Displacement
2300kgs
Keel / Ballast
Cast Iron Fin Keel
Deck Material
Fiberglass
Engine Make
Yanmar
Engine
Yanmar 2GM20 20HP Diesel Engine NEW 2025 Electric Fuel Pump Serviced Oct 2025
Number Engines
1
Horsepower
20HP
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
715hrs
Cruise Speed
5 knots
Propulsion
Shaft Drive
Accommodation
Good accommodation for cruising with family and friends. Forward is a double v-berth, there are two single quarter berths aft, and the dinette converts to a berth when additional accommodation is required. Most mattresses and upholstery are brand new and professionally made!
Berths
5
Galley
Functional galley to starboard featuring a 2 burner camping gas stove, sink with fresh water, icebox, and plenty of storage.
Stove
2 burner camping gas portable stove
Toilet
Manual Marine toilet
Dinghy
NEW Highfield Ultralite 240 RIB
Covers
NEW Boom Bag with lazy jacks
NEW Spray Dodger
NEW Rope Bags
NEW Cockpit Cushions
Ground Tackle
Anchor with rope and chain
Safety Gear
NEW 2025 Life Ring with throw bag
Fire Protection
Fire Extinguisher
Electrics
12V System throughout
Engine Start Battery
House Battery
Electronics
NEW VHF Radio
Sail Inventory
Mainsail
No. 1 Headsail
No. 2 Headsail
No. 3 Headsail
2 x Spinnakers
Mast / Rigging
Aluminium mast and boom
Stainless Steel standing rigging
NEW Mainsheet and Vang
Deck Gear
NEW Stainless Steel dinghy davits (removable)
NEW Stainless Steel boarding ladder
Primary winches
2 x Cabin Top winches
All halyards lead aft to the cockpit
Remarks
Last Antifouled April 2025


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23 Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay
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Hobart
TAS 7005 Australia






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