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Accommodations/Walkthrough
Step aboard the 38 Eastbay from the swim platform and into a beautifully maintained, classic Grand Banks interior. Below, rich teak finishes highlight the quality craftsmanship throughout. The galley to port and is well-equipped with a three-burner stove, microwave, stainless steel sink, and custom heavy-duty refrigerator, along with ample storage and counter space.
Adjacent is a comfortable dinette with a teak table that converts to a double berth for guests, surrounded by built-in cabinetry and warm lighting. The enclosed head features a VacuFlush head, molded sink with vanity, wraparound shower, and opening port for ventilation.
Forward, the master stateroom offers a desirable island queen berth with generous storage and a solid teak door for added privacy.
On deck, wide side decks, stainless steel grab rails, and a varnished toe rail reflect her cruising heritage, while the stainless windshield and Bimini top provide protection and excellent visibility.
A timeless, well-built cruiser blending classic style with practical comfort.
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Salon
The salon offers a comfortable and versatile living space, highlighted by a U-shaped settee with a hi-lo table that easily converts into a double berth for additional guests. Teak and holly flooring adds classic warmth, while dual portlights and an overhead hatch provide abundant natural light and ventilation. Entertainment and functionality are enhanced with a Samsung TV, stereo system, integrated reading lights, AC/DC electrical panels, and a multi-function display, creating a well-balanced space for relaxing or entertaining onboard.
• U-shaped settee with hi-lo table converting to a double berth
• Samsung TV
• Dual portlights
• Overhead hatch for natural light and ventilation
• Teak and holly flooring
• Stereo system
• Reading lights
• AC/DC electrical panels
• Multi-function display
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Galley
The galley is both functional and well-appointed, featuring Corian countertops, dual stainless-steel sinks, and ample dry storage. Equipped with a Princess 3-burner propane stove with oven and a matching microwave, it offers everything needed for onboard meal preparation. A custom stainless-steel icebox and Grunert refrigeration system provide reliable cold storage, completing a thoughtfully designed space for extended cruising.
• Princess microwave
• Corian countertops
• Custom stainless steel icebox
• Princess 3-burner propane stove with oven
• Dual stainless steel sinks
• Grunert refrigerator system
• Dry storage cabinets
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Master Sateroom
The stateroom is thoughtfully designed with a preferred island queen berth, offering comfort and easy access from both sides. Storage is well-appointed with hanging lockers and three drawers beneath the berth. Natural light and ventilation flow through stainless steel portlights and an overhead hatch, while teak and holly flooring and integrated reading lights create a warm, classic yachting ambiance.
- Preferred island queen berth
- Hanging lockers
- Stainless steel portlights
- Overhead hatch for natural light and ventilation
- Built-in reading lights
- (3) storage drawers beneath berth
- Teak and Holly flooring
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Optional Dimensions
General:
• Length Overall: 38’
• Beam: 13’ 2”
• Draft: 3’
• Gross Tonnage: 20 Tons
Capacities:
• Fuel Capacity: 334 Gallons
• Water Capacity: 95 Gallons
• Black Water: 18 Gallons
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Optional Machinery
Main Engines:
• Main Engines: Caterpillar 3126 TA
• Full cooling system service performed 12/25
Generators and Electricity:
• Output: 120 volts
• Generators: (1) Northern Lights 5kw
• Generator Hours: 1,035
• Shore Power: 30 Amp Service
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Helm
• Icom IC-M506 VHF radio
• Simrad AP-28 autopilot
• (2) Furuno TZtouch multi-function displays with radar, sounder, and chartplotter
• Richie compass
• Jabsco spotlight
• Trim tabs
• Windlass controls
• L-shaped settee with storage below
• U-Line ice maker
• Stereo remote control
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Engine And Mechanical Equipment
Powered by reliable twin Caterpillar 3126TA engines rated at 420 HP each, with cooling system service just complete 12/25, this vessel delivers dependable performance and efficiency. Supporting systems include a Northern Lights 5kW generator, Sea Recovery watermaker, and a Reverso oil change system for simplified maintenance. The engine room is easily accessed via a hydraulic hatch, while a Glendinning engine synchronizer and Bennett trim tabs ensure smooth, balanced operation underway
• Twin Caterpillar 3126TA engines, 420 HP each
• Northern Lights 5kW generator
• Sea Recovery watermaker
• Bennett trim tabs
• Hydraulic engine hatch for easy access
• Reverso oil change system
• Glendinning engine synchronizer
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Electrical Equipment
- Northern Lights 5kw generator with 1,035 hours
- Heart 1500-watt inverter
- Pro Mariner Battery Charger
- 8D Batteries
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Anchor System
- Maxwell windlass
- CQR Anchor
- 300’ of chain
- Remote controls at the helm
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Cockpit
The vessel features beautifully maintained full teak decks complemented by a teak toe rail and custom stainless steel grab rails throughout. The cockpit is well-appointed with dual flush deck storage lockers, stereo speakers, and a hot/cold transom shower, while the teak swim step and transom door provide easy water access.
• Teak swim step
• Transom door
• Hot/cold transom shower
• Full teak decks with teak toe rail
• Custom stainless steel grab rails
• Maxwell windlass with dual station controls
• 300’ chain
• CQR anchor
• Jabsco remote floodlights
• (2) cockpit LED lights mounted on custom radar arch
• Pompanette helm seat
• Dual flush deck storage lockers
• Custom stainless steel transom davit
• Cockpit stereo speakers
• Shore power inlet
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Remarks
BALMY represents the perfect blend of a classic Catalina cruiser and thoughtful modern upgrades. With recent engine service completed, she is turnkey and ready for summer cruising. Well-equipped with a newer generator, watermaker, updated electronics, and a custom stern davit, BALMY offers both comfort and capability, making her an ideal choice for Catalina Island adventures and coastal cruising alike.
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Specifications
Listing MLS by Yachtr.com
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Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
