Description

Whilst the limelight may fall on her stablemates the Contessa 26 and Contessa 32, the Contessa 28 has many positive attributes of it's own. From the pen of Doug Peterson, the author of many successful Contessa designs, the 28 is a great sailing yacht with the added advantage of feeling significantly larger internally than the 26 but with only 2 feet of actual extra length. This extra comfort sets them apart and makes life with one that bit more comfortable for a family while retaining the ability to be easily sailed singlehanded. Less well known the 28's are also less numerous but still with over a hundred built making them one for those in the know.
Zoe of Hamble is a 1978 example in good condition and well maintained by the current owner. She is ready to go and awaits fresh adventures.

Inventory

Spinnaker with Snuffer
Work Jib
Light Genoa
Storm Jib
Compass
Speed
VHF DSC Radio
Autopilot
Navtex
Nav Lights
Horseshoe
Gas Detector
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Smoke Alarm
Sail Cover
Sprayhood
Spray Dodgers
Swim Ladder
Sun Shade
Cockpit Nav Table
Singlehanded Mast Safety Line
Horn
2x Anchors + Warp and Chain
Jury Rudder Fittings
Emergency VHF Antenna
Shore Power Cable

Accommodation

4 Berths (1x double & 2x single) with option to convert starboard-side single to a full-length double
Cockpit Cushions
Heads
Oven with 2 burners and Grill
Cool Box
Sinks (x2)

Brokers Comments

Zoe of Hamble has received much upgrading by the current owner who has added several unique and personal touches to her finish. With an eye to safety the emergency detectors are all optimally placed, such as the gas detector being located next to the gas supply. Other additions include a mast line ideal for use when singlehanded and a considerable list of spares and equipment.
Since 2024 this work includes:
Cockpit starter switch fitted – May 2024
New rudder bearing fitted – May 2024
New shaft seal fitted – June 2024
New engine mounts fitted – June 2024
Engine removed and resprayed– June 2024
Engine and gearbox serviced – June 2024
New anodes – June 2024
New Electrical Gas Shut-off valve fitted – October 2024
New LED Masthead fitted – October 2024
New Windex fitted – October 2024
Deck repainted – November 2024
Winterised – January 2025
(Remained out of the water until late 2025)
Antifouled – March 2025
Bilge Pump Replaced March 2025
Antifoul over paint October 2025
Deck over paint October 2025
New Leisure Battery January 2026