2005 Hunter 38 Boat in Gordonville, TX 76245 US

2005 Hunter 38 "Golden Sol"

Comfortable Cruising | Shoal-Draft Performance | Well-Equipped Hunter 38

"Golden Sol" is a 2005 Hunter 38 that brings together the comfort, easy sail handling, and practical cruising systems that have made this model a favorite among sailors looking for a capable, accommodating cruiser. With approximately 840.66 square feet of working sail area, a shoal-draft bulb-wing keel, and a spacious cockpit and interior, she is well suited for lake sailing, weekend escapes, and extended time aboard.

Her cockpit is arranged for both comfortable sailing and relaxed entertaining. Features include an integral cockpit grabrail with fold-out table, hinging helm seat, large cockpit storage locker, stern-rail seats with drink holders, and a walk-through transom with swim platform. Flexiteek cockpit-seat inserts, molded nonskid walking surfaces, a hot-and-cold transom shower, and a stainless-steel cockpit arch with adjustable mainsheet traveler add practical convenience and a clean, open feel.

Under sail, "Golden Sol" is equipped with a Selden anodized B&R double-spreader fractional rig with mast struts, internal halyards led aft to the cockpit, dual single-line reefing, boom vang, and a large-roach mainsail with flaking system. A 110% furling jib with acrylic sun cover makes sail handling straightforward, while self-tailing winches, line stoppers, organizers, and cockpit-led controls support confident short-handed operation. Her balanced spade rudder and shoal-draft bulb-wing keel provide predictable handling and versatile access to shallow cruising grounds.

Below deck, the Hunter 38 offers a bright and welcoming interior designed for comfortable living aboard. The galley is equipped with genuine Corian countertops, double stainless-steel sinks, a two-burner gimbaled LPG stove with oven, front-loading refrigerator, microwave, built-in dish storage cabinet with fan and light, waste bin, and generous cabinet and drawer storage. Reading lights, AC electrical outlets, handrails, and a practical salon layout make the cabin an inviting space for dining, relaxing, and entertaining.

A Yanmar diesel auxiliary provides dependable inboard propulsion and is supported by a 60-amp alternator, 30-amp battery charger, dual 12-volt battery switches, dockside power, and a full AC/DC electrical panel. Onboard systems include 75 gallons of freshwater capacity, 35 gallons of fuel capacity, a 34-gallon waste holding tank with macerator, 5-gallon electric water heater, hot-and-cold pressure water, shower sump pump, electric automatic bilge pump, and high-volume manual bilge pump.

Navigation and safety equipment includes Raymarine ST60 depth and speed instrumentation, VHF radio with stainless-steel antenna, navigation lights, lighted compass, tank gauges, carbon-monoxide and smoke detectors, automatic engine-room fire suppression, emergency tiller, and a Danforth-type anchor with rode. The deck arrangement includes an anchor well with dual offset rollers, stainless bow pulpit and stern rail, telescoping swim ladder, double lifelines with three gates, opening ports and deck hatches with screens, and a durable 360-degree rubrail with stainless-steel insert.

Constructed with balsa-cored hull sides, a solid FRP bottom, structural grid reinforcement, Kevlar hull reinforcement, bronze seacocks below the waterline, and a through-bolted hull-to-deck joint, "Golden Sol" offers the substantial construction and thoughtful design expected in a Hunter cruising sailboat.

Notable Features

• Approx. 840.66 sq. ft. working sail area
• Selden B&R double-spreader fractional rig
• Large-roach mainsail and 110% furling jib
• Internal halyards led aft and dual single-line reefing
• Self-tailing winches and cockpit-led sail controls
• Shoal-draft bulb-wing keel and balanced spade rudder
• Yanmar diesel auxiliary
• Raymarine ST60 depth and speed instrumentation
• Next Gen Generator
• Air Conditioning
• Fully equipped galley with Corian countertops
• 75-gallon freshwater and 35-gallon fuel capacities
• Walk-through transom, swim platform, and hot/cold shower
• Shore power, battery charger, and 60-amp alternator
• Automatic engine-room fire suppression and CO/smoke detectors
• Stainless-steel cockpit arch with adjustable traveler

"Golden Sol" represents an appealing opportunity to own a comfortable, capable, and easy-to-manage Hunter 38. Her practical systems, generous accommodations, and versatile sailing characteristics make her an excellent choice for couples, families, and sailors ready to spend more time on the water.