1981 Wellington 44 Center Cockpit

The Wellington 44 Center Cockpit is a heavy-displacement bluewater cruiser built in Jacksonville, Florida during the 1970s and 1980s. Designed for serious offshore sailing, the boat features a hand-laid solid fiberglass hull with a robust internal grid system, a moderate to deep draft, and versatile sail plan typically rigged as either a cutter or ketch. With the centerboard raised, the yacht achieves a shoal draft of 4.25 feet, making it capable of exploring shallow waters throughout the Bahamas, Florida Keys, and Caribbean while retaining the seaworthiness expected of a dedicated ocean cruiser.

The interior emphasizes comfort and living space, with beautiful wood accents throughout. Accommodation details and layout specifics are available upon request. The yacht is powered by a Yanmar 4JHDTE Deluxe Turbo diesel engine of 77 horsepower, which was rebuilt and installed in 2015 with fewer than 700 hours of running time.

Recent maintenance and upgrades include new standing rigging completed within the last five years, a 5-kilowatt Northern Lights generator installed in 2023, a Storm 2200 windlass added in 2022, and three coats of bottom paint applied in 2026. The boat represents the robust construction and seagoing capability that define this sought-after class of bluewater sailing yachts.