1991 Freedom 38

This 1991 Freedom 38 exemplifies the enduring design philosophy of Gary Mull, built to exacting standards by Tillotson Pearson in Rhode Island. The yacht's defining feature is its unstayed carbon fiber mast, a hallmark of the Freedom brand that reduces deck clutter, simplifies sail handling, and delivers excellent performance. The clean, purposeful deck layout includes a raised trunk cabin, open cockpit, and flat foredeck that make movement around the boat safe and intuitive—ideal characteristics for shorthanded cruising in Pacific Northwest waters.

The interior is warm and practical, featuring teak cabinetry throughout and a teak-and-holly cabin sole that reflects quality construction. The layout includes a galley and settee to port, a navigation station and additional settee to starboard, an enclosed head with shower, and a private aft cabin beneath the cockpit. Forward lies an enclosed cabin with V berth and forepeak chain locker. Natural light floods the interior through large portlights, and headroom reaches 6 feet 4 inches throughout.

A Yanmar 3JH2TE diesel of 27 horsepower was installed during a late-2000s repowering and provides reliable auxiliary power backed by an 85-gallon fuel tank and fresh water closed-loop cooling. The boat carries Raymarine navigation electronics including an Axiom 9 multifunction display, autopilot, and wind/depth instruments, paired with a Standard Horizon VHF radio. Power systems include three house batteries (one 8-D gel and two 16-D, replaced 2016) and a 1800-watt Xantrex inverter/charger. A Maxwell electric windlass with washdown completes the working systems.

Recent maintenance and upgrades include a 2015 Webasto cabin heater, 2016 pressure water system and house batteries, 2018 Jabsco head and starter battery, and 2013 interior reupholstery and hatch work. The boat is equipped with UK Tape Drive sails (main and jib), an inflatable dinghy with 6-horsepower Mercury outboard (2020), and a full complement of safety and cruising gear.