1984 Wellington 57 Sloop
About This Yacht
The Wellington 57 is a fiberglass sloop built in 1984 and powered by a single Perkins diesel engine of 135 horsepower. She was designed and operated as an expedition workboat, prioritizing safety, reliability, and practical seamanship over luxury finish. The boat carries a documented operating history spanning decades across the Chesapeake Bay, Florida waters, and throughout the Bahamas, where she ran multi-day cruising itineraries through the Exumas, Berry Islands, Andros, and Eleuthera.
Her layout and systems reflect a straightforward, field-tested approach to ocean cruising. The boat was configured for extended voyages with groups, and her proportions—57 feet in length with a 14.42-foot beam—give her solid seakindly form. She cruises at 6 knots under power. All essential systems have been kept simple and maintainable rather than automated or complex, a design philosophy that supported continuous professional operation without excessive downtime or repair costs.
The Wellington 57 has been classed with the USCG in three separate sectors during her working life. Her systems and structure reflect the demands of year-round commercial service and the wear that comes with it. She represents a rare example of a purpose-built expedition platform with genuine offshore credentials and an established track record of reliable performance in open water.