Overview
1995 Seaward 23 “Anselah”, a charming, well-built pocket cruiser combining the versatility of a trailerable sailboat with the comfort and seagoing capability for coastal adventures. With a solid fiberglass hull, shoal-draft wing keel, and high-quality joinery, Seaward yachts offer exceptional value and seaworthiness. “Anselah” is powered by robust twin Yanmar 4JH2-DTE 88 HP inboard diesel, ideal for confident motoring and easy docking manoeuvres. Located conveniently in Mylor Yacht Harbour, she’s ready to sail for weekend escapes or longer expeditions.
Located in Mylor Yacht Harbour, she is offered with a 2025-2026 season marina berth, making her an attractive turnkey package. Ready to sail for weekend escapes or longer expeditions.
Designer/Builder: Seaward
Year: 1995
Hull & Deck: Solid fiberglass with foam-cored stringers, strong and lightweight, no plywood used
LOA: 24.5 ft (7.47 m)
Beam: 8.33 ft (2.54 m)
Draft: Shoal wing keel ~2.08 ft (0.63 m)
Displacement / Ballast: ~2,700 lb (1,225 kg) / 900 lb (408 kg)
Rudder: Transom-hung,
Hardware: High-grade stainless steel deck gear and opening ports; practical layout with good headroom
Anchor: 7.5 kg Bruce bower anchor +30m chain and 7kg kedge anchor with 10m chain +40m warp. Electric anchor winch
Covers: Main and spare ‘winter’ cockpit covers
Compass: Suunto
Autohelm: ST50 Tridata with sport polit, rudder sensor
Fishfinder: Hummingbird
GPS: Vision
VHF: Nasa Stingray
Galley: Located just forward of companionway, with single-burner stove, sink, and icebox beneath cockpit
Head: Compact head compartment under V-berth
Headroom: ~54 in (137 cm)
Drive: Shaft drive
Fuel / Water Tankage: Approx. 230 L fuel; modest freshwater capacity in galley
Solid Construction: Strong fiberglass layup with foam reinforcement; built to last
Surprisingly Spacious: interior layout provides berths for 4 and a functional galley
Strong Inboard Power: 88 HP Yanmar diesel, unusually powerful for this class, excellent for motoring in tide or weather
Trailerable & Versatile: Combines coastal cruising comfort with the ability to tow and launch with ease
Gas Detector
Fire extinguishers
Manual bilge pump
Electric bilge pump
Flares