2007 Hunter 41 DS "CHANNEL SURFER"

Channel Surfer is a 2007 original owner, continually upgraded Hunter 41SD in exceptional condition. A vessel upon her introduction that was recognized by Cruising World as the Best Production Cruiser 40 to 44 feet and Best Overall Value Award. She is fully optioned, equipped with roller furling Doyle Genoa and Mainsail, Harken arch mounted traveler, Yanmar diesel, Bow Thruster, Generator, Air Conditioning and full suite of instruments. Dodger, Bimini, Custom Winter Cover, Cockpit Cushions, Radar Arch, Dinghy Davits, Stern Seats she has it all. The deck salon cabin provides an inviting, comfortable space. The stove, oven refrigerator and bilges are impressively clean. Her interior condition shows the love and commitment of her owner. Channel Surfer presents a rare opportunity to own a vessel than belies her years. She is fully commissioned, in the water and available for showing by appointment.

Hunter Marine had a reputation as a builder of boats for sailors who favor creature comforts over performance. The hiring of Glenn Henderson as chief designer and engineer demonstrated Hunter's ever increasing attention to better performance. Henderson carved his reputation as a performance-oriented designer whose creations have fared well on the racecourse. "Our goal was to design a boat that was an exceptionally comfortable cruiser, yet offered outstanding performance and easy handling." The hull is balsa-cored sandwich above the waterline and solid glass with Kevlar reinforcements below. The deck incorporates high quality components. A Selden B & R double spreader mast, in mast mainsail furling, stainless steel arch to support the Harken traveler system which put mainsail controls near the helm while safely out of the cockpit. The Genoa sheets are led port and starboard to the Lewmar self tailing primary winches led through Lewmar ball bearing blocks allowing the skipper to trim from the wheel. The cabin-top winches are Lewmar married to Spinlock XTS rope clutches. Whitlock Direct Drive steering is robust and reliable with great feedback. In 2006 the Hunter 41DS was recognized by Cruising World as the Best Production Cruiser 40 to 44 feet and Best Overall Value Award.

The entire deck saloon interior is bright and airy. Hatches and opening ports create excellent cross ventilation when he AC is not in use. The 6'10" headroom in the main saloon combine with large elevated windows providing panoramic views.  

A private Head with Shower for the Guest cabin is located in the forepeak. This cabin is has 6 feet 2 inches of headroom, has a comfy double pullman berth to port, with fiddled shelves all around and drawers under. Across from the berth is another cedar hanging locker and a Corian-topped vanity with sink. 

The main saloon area has large U-shaped settee is to port and a straight settee is to starboard. The functional Navigation Station is also to starboard followed by the large master head. This head has access from both the main saloon and Master Aft Cabin. This head features a separate shower stall and oval vanity sink. 

The fully equipped L-shaped galley is to port. Highlights include a stainless steel refrigerator and freezer, dual deep sinks, pantry, gimbaled two-burner propane stove with oven, Microwave oven, a glass-fronted lighted dishware cabinet and deluxe Corian countertops. 

The aft master stateroom feature a queen-size innerspring mattress, cedar-lined hanging locker and built-in vanity. 

Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

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