N/A - Trumpy Fantail Houseboat - For Sale

The Trumpy Fantail HouseboatfromMATHIS YACHT BUILDING COMPANYis a classicmotor yachtwith a distinguishedwooden hullpedigree, conceived by designer John Trumpy. For guidance on availability and acquisition, rely on Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Selecting a Trumpy Fantail Houseboat

Choosing the Trumpy Fantail Houseboat means prioritizing heritage design and unhurried comfort. At 91 ft (27.74 m) LOA and 18 ft (5.49 m) beam, with a substantial 16.404 ft (5 m) draft, this yacht favors deep-water cruising with poised stability. Twin inboard Detroit Diesel engines deliver an easygoing 8 kn cruise and up to 11.5 kn top speed—ideal for serene passages that honor the John Trumpy aesthetic inside and out. Shestakov Yacht Sales, led by broker Andrey Shestakov, can help align this motor yachtwith your ownership goals.

Features of the Model

• Signature Trumpy aesthetics by hull and interior designer John Trumpy
• Classic construction as a wooden yacht; deck material: wood
• LOA: 91 ft (27.74 m); Beam: 18 ft (5.49 m); Draft: 16.404 ft (5 m)
• Performance: cruise 8 kn (9.21 mph); max 11.5 kn (13.23 mph)
• Power: 2x Detroit Diesel, inboard, diesel
• Accommodations: up to 6; sleeps 5; heads: 3
• Crew layout: 3 crew cabins with 5 berths
• Capacities: water 1,200 gal; fuel 1,100 gal

Technical Specifications

• Model: Trumpy Fantail Houseboat
• Builder: MATHIS YACHT BUILDING COMPANY
• Designers: Hull – John Trumpy; Interior – John Trumpy
• Classification: motor yachtwith awooden hull
• LOA: 91 ft (27.74 m)
• Beam: 18 ft (5.49 m)
• Draft: min 16.404 ft (5 m); max 16.404 ft (5 m)
• Engines: 2x Detroit Diesel; inboard; fuel: diesel
• Speed: cruise 8 kn (9.21 mph); max 11.5 kn (13.23 mph)
• Deck material: wood
• Accommodations: 6; sleeps: 5; heads: 3
• Crew: 3 cabins; 5 berths
• Tanks: water 1,200 gal; fuel 1,100 gal

Pricing and Ordering

Current pricing and availability vary by vessel condition and market timing. For curated listings, inspections, and negotiations on a motor yachtof this pedigree, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage will coordinate viewings, documentation, and closing to streamline your purchase of awooden yachtwith authentic Trumpy heritage.

Questions and Answers

Q: What distinguishes the Trumpy Fantail Houseboatamong classics? A: Its John Trumpy lineage,heritage design, andcraftsmanshipas awooden yachtmake it a standout in traditional yachting.

Q: How fast does it go and what is the comfortable cruise? A: Expect a cruise speedof 8 kn (9.21 mph) and atop speedof 11.5 kn (13.23 mph) from twin inboard Detroit Diesel engines.

Q: What are the accommodations like on board? A: There is accommodationfor 6, withsleepingfor 5 and3 heads; the crew area provides3 cabinswith5 berths.

Q: What materials are used for the hull and deck? A: It features a woodhull consistent withwooden yacht traditionsand awooddeck, reinforcing its classic character.

Q: Who should I contact to buy or sell this model? A: Reach out to Andrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesfor expertbrokerageon thismotor yacht.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to the Trumpy Fantail HouseboatfromMATHIS YACHT BUILDING COMPANYfor family cruising and entertaining, with some also running occasional charters or using the boat as a weekday floating office. A well-documented example, Sea Tabby, served as a family yacht for an owner, his wife, and four children, also taking charters; the owner called its look “absolutely timeless” and noted that during the week it effectively became a floating office.

On the water, buyers recount a reassuring helm feel during ICW trials, and forums consistently describe the houseboat-style hull as comfortable and stable in protected and coastal waters—more like an RV than an offshore boat. Performance is modest; many examples have been repowered with GM 6-71 diesels (~165 hp) and Allison gears, aligning the package with hobby/coastal cruising rather than high-speed or offshore passages.

Livability stands out: a galley-up arrangement, a below-deck master, and multiple guest cabins, paired with classic joinery and sociable aft-deck spaces. Ownership, however, demands stewardship—major restorations are common and can be costly (Sea Tabby’s refit reportedly exceeded a million dollars), and owners flag wooden-yacht issues such as window/porthole leaks leading to rot, soft spots on upper decks, and periodic refastening and recaulk­ing. Practical advice stresses checking service access in the engine room, and some restorations discreetly incorporate modern materials (HDPE ribs, Dynel-sheathed decks) to reduce future maintenance while preserving the original appearance.

Pros and Cons

• Livable houseboat layout (galley up, below-deck master, multiple guest cabins) suits family cruising and entertaining.
• Comfortable and stable in protected/coastal waters, with classic joinery and sociable aft-deck spaces.
• Versatile for occasional charters or a weekday floating office, with owners praising its timeless look.
• Major restorations are common and can run well over a million dollars.
• Wood construction demands vigilance for window/porthole leaks, rot, and soft spots on upper decks.
• Modest cruise performance makes it best for coastal cruising rather than offshore or high-speed passages.

Comparison with Other Models