TRUMPY - Houseboat - For Sale

Crafted by TRUMPY, theHouseboatis a 72 ft (21.95 m) yacht positioned in themotor yachtssegment as a refinedmotor yachtwith awooden constructionhull. Represented worldwide by Shestakov Yacht Sales, your dedicated point of contact is broker Andrey Shestakov.

Selecting a Houseboat

If you are seeking a comfortable motor yachtexperience within the broadermotor yachtsclass, theHouseboatbyTRUMPYoffers balanced performance and generous volumes. With a cruising speed of 12 kn (13.81 mph) and a top speed of 14 kn (16.11 mph), it’s well-suited to relaxed coastal passages and extended time aboard.

Features of the Model

• Hull: wooden construction; Deck: Wood
• Power: Twin Cummins inboard diesel engines
• Performance: 12-kn cruising and 14-kn maximum speed (13.81 / 16.11 mph)
• Dimensions: 72 ft (21.95 m) LOA; 18 ft (5.49 m) beam
• Capacity: 1,500 gal fuel; 570 gal fresh water
• Amenities: 5 heads (bathrooms)
• Classification: motor yachtwithinmotor yachts

Technical Specifications

• LOA: 72 ft (21.95 m)
• Beam: 18 ft (5.49 m)
• Engines: 2 × Cummins, Inboard, Diesel
• Cruising Speed: 12 kn (13.81 mph)
• Maximum Speed: 14 kn (16.11 mph)
• Hull: wooden construction
• Deck Material: Wood
• Heads: 5
• Fuel Capacity: 1,500 gal
• Water Capacity: 570 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to arrange a private inspection of the HouseboatbyTRUMPY, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through specifications review, survey planning, and closing logistics for thismotor yachtin themotor yachtssegment.

Questions and Answers

• What is the category of the model and who is the builder? The Houseboatis amotor yachtin themotor yachtssegment, built byTRUMPY.Categoryandbuilderdetails are represented exclusively by Shestakov Yacht Sales.

• How fast does it cruise and what is the top speed? Cruising speedis 12 kn (13.81 mph) andmaximum speedis 14 kn (16.11 mph).

• What engines power the yacht? It is equipped with twin Cumminsinboarddieselengines for reliable propulsion.

• What are the key dimensions and capacities? LOA: 72 ft (21.95 m);Beam: 18 ft (5.49 m);Fuel: 1,500 gal;Water: 570 gal;Heads: 5.

• What is the hull and deck construction? The hulliswooden construction, and thedeckis Wood. For inspections or purchase guidance, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales.

Owner Experience Review

Owners of vintage TRUMPYHouseboatmodels describe them as classic coastal cruisers and gracious live-aboards. Documented owner histories show seasonal runs along the U.S. East Coast—from Maine to the Bahamas—and many boats spend much of their time as comfortable weekend or full-time residences. Restored examples also appear at shows, and some are chartered or used for formal cruises.

On the water, the Houseboat’s displacement hull favors unhurried passages. Owners report it is most comfortable at displacement speeds, with modest acceleration and cruise pace from original-era diesels, though a number of boats have been repowered with modern engines. Handling in wind and wake can be challenging, particularly when docking or transiting confined waters, rewarding measured seamanship.

Life aboard is where the TRUMPYHouseboatshines: traditional layouts—saloon, galley up, owner’s and guest cabins, and long teak decks—create a residential feel, and preserved original joinery is often celebrated by owners. Later specifications reference multiple heads and generous fuel/water capacity that suit long-stay living when systems are maintained or upgraded. The tradeoff is stewardship of a wooden yacht: ongoing brightwork, periodic refastening and rot repair, and, for some, full restorations that can run a half‑million dollars or more, with some owners spending double that to reach show condition.

Pros and Cons

• Proven for coastal and inshore cruising on the U.S. East Coast, including runs from Maine to the Bahamas.
• Roomy, traditional liveaboard-friendly layout with preserved joinery often praised by owners.
• Later specs show multiple heads and generous tankage supporting long stays and show/charter use.
• Displacement speeds and modest acceleration mean unhurried passages rather than fast cruising.
• Handling in wind and wake can be challenging, requiring care when docking or in confined waters.
• Wooden hull upkeep is intensive, and full restorations can exceed half a million dollars, with some spending double.

Comparison with Other Models