William Garden 36 Custom Yawl
Rich in Character & Updates!
- Boat REF# · 336707
- Length · 36'0"
- Year · 1947
- Construction · Wood
- Underwater profile · Long Keel
- Sleeping berths · 3
- Engine · 1 x diesel 19hp, Volvo MD20 ()
- Lying · Port Townsend, WA -- USA. At our docks!
Extra Details
| Designer | William Garden |
|---|---|
| Builder | "Baldy" Alderson |
| Lying | Port Townsend, WA -- USA. At our docks! |
| Fuel capacity | 100.0 ltr Total - 1 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 90.9 ltr Total - 1 Tanks |
| Holding tank capacity | 90.9 ltr Total - 1 Tanks |
| Last survey | 06/12/2021 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x diesel 19hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | Volvo MD20 () |
| Engine Hours | Not Recorded |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | wheel |
| Drive | shaft |
| Prop(s) | 3 blade bronze |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | 2.3 ltr /hour At Cruising Speed |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 6 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 7 knots |
The Volvo MD20 diesel engine was recently serviced and is reported to be in very good operating condition. Hours are unknown. A dripless shaft seal has been installed.
The 3 AGM batteries (1 start, 2 house) can be combined or isolated as needed. Battery charging is by alternator or shore power with a ProMariner ProSport HD12 charger. The Blue Sea AC/DC panel is new and most electrical wiring aboard has been recently replaced.
Dimensions
| Length | 36'0" |
|---|---|
| LOD | 36'0" |
| Beam | 12'0" |
| Draft Max | 6'0" |
| Storage | On marina |
Rig
Yawl rigged Custom Wood spars () with Stainless Steel standing rigging ()
Sails
| Reefing mainsail | - () |
|---|---|
| Headsail | - () |
| Other sails | Mizzen () |
| Staysail () | |
| Mizzen Staysail () | |
| Storm Jib () | |
| Genoa () |
The vessel is currently rigged with a yankee on the forestay, mainsail, and mizzen, all in fair condition. Additional sails include the staysail, a storm jib, a mizzen staysail (no running rigging), and a Genoa.
The main and mizzen spars are of Sitka Spruce solid box construction. The booms are solid Sitka Spruce.
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 110 shore power voltage, 3 batteries charged by: engine, shore power
Construction
| Construction | Wood |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Long Keel |
| Finish | Paint finish |
The length overall for moorage purposes is 40 ft.
The most recent survey describes this vessel as a full keel, round section, auxiliary yawl with carvel plank on bent frames and a timber keel with external iron ballast. She is splined above the waterline. A recent survey indicates that she is bronze fastened throughout.
Construction materials consist of the original Alaskan yellow cedar planking. Keel and stern timbers and stem are Douglas fir. Frames are white oak. House tops and decking are laminated plywood with glass/epoxy sheathing treated with nonskid.
All plumbing (including tanks, pump, sump) is new.
The bottom, topsides, and deck were painted in 2024.
Bronze hardware is dutifully used throughout. Stanchions, cleats, bollards, portlights, hatches, turnbuckles, inspection plates, bowroller, the throttle, and more are all bronze.
Tankage:
*Potable water tank is located under forward berth. 20 gallons. Aluminum construction. New.
*Holding tank is located under the forward berth. 20 gallons. Poly construction. New.
*Fuel tank is located under the cockpit. 22 gallons. Aluminum construction. New.
*The stove fuel tank is located in the pilothouse. 3.5 gallons. Aluminum construction. New.
Waterline Boats / Boatshed did not independently verify capacities, or dimensions described in this listing. Information is derived from seller-provided information and/or literature.
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 3 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 1 |
| No. of single berths | 1 |
| Cabin(s) | 1 |
| Sink | 1 |
| Shower | 1 |
| Heads | 1 heads (Electric) |
The interior of the vessel is entered from the cockpit through double opening door (washboards are also stowed aboard) and a short ladder leads from the companionway opening to the deck of the pilothouse. The elevated pilothouse, like much of the vessel, is rich in natural wood (varnished yellow cedar & hardwood). Windows, portlights, and the companionway door / overhead hatch let in a substantial amount of light. Chart storage, VHF radio, electrical components (battery charger), battery switches, breakers, and the Blue Sea AC / DC breaker panel, and tank monitoring instruments are located to port. Shelving to starboard provides storage for miscellaneous small items and sundries, an Isotherm refrigerator, and an aromatic cedar and white oak jump seat.
The saloon is located a couple steps down and forward of the pilothouse. The galley lies to starboard and is configured with a Dickinson Bristol Stove configured to run on kerosene (new). The Dickinson Bristol stove heats the cabin while also doubling as a cooktop and oven, and is even plumbed to the Isotemp water heater to make hot water! In addition to the galley stainless steel sink, there is storage for pots, pans, silverware, and provisions above and below the countertop.
The port side of the saloon is configured for seating with an aromatic cedar and white oak settee seat with a yellow cedar back. Storage is onboard and beneath the seat. A saloon table is mounted to the forward bulkhead of the saloon and can be hinged down when not in use. The saloon seat can double as a single berth.
The head compartment lies forward of the saloon and to port. The head compartment contains a new Tecma electric marine toilet, washbasin, shower, mirror, and hand-crafted custom cabinetry.
The forward cabin is laid out in a V-berth and sleeps two. The upholstery has recently been updated. Shelves lie to both sides of the V-berth. An overhead hatch and portlights provide natural light and fresh air.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.
1 burner Other Stove
Accommodation
| Stove | |
|---|---|
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Cabin heating | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system |
The interior of the vessel is entered from the cockpit through double opening door (washboards are also stowed aboard) and a short ladder leads from the companionway opening to the deck of the pilothouse. The elevated pilothouse, like much of the vessel, is rich in natural wood (varnished yellow cedar & hardwood). Windows, portlights, and the companionway door / overhead hatch let in a substantial amount of light. Chart storage, VHF radio, electrical components (battery charger), battery switches, breakers, and the Blue Sea AC / DC breaker panel, and tank monitoring instruments are located to port. Shelving to starboard provides storage for miscellaneous small items and sundries, an Isotherm refrigerator, and an aromatic cedar and white oak jump seat.
The saloon is located a couple steps down and forward of the pilothouse. The galley lies to starboard and is configured with a Dickinson Bristol Stove configured to run on kerosene (new). The Dickinson Bristol stove heats the cabin while also doubling as a cooktop and oven, and is even plumbed to the Isotemp water heater to make hot water! In addition to the galley stainless steel sink, there is storage for pots, pans, silverware, and provisions above and below the countertop.
The port side of the saloon is configured for seating with an aromatic cedar and white oak settee seat with a yellow cedar back. Storage is onboard and beneath the seat. A saloon table is mounted to the forward bulkhead of the saloon and can be hinged down when not in use. The saloon seat can double as a single berth.
The head compartment lies forward of the saloon and to port. The head compartment contains a new Tecma electric marine toilet, washbasin, shower, mirror, and hand-crafted custom cabinetry.
The forward cabin is laid out in a V-berth and sleeps two. The upholstery has recently been updated. Shelves lie to both sides of the V-berth. An overhead hatch and portlights provide natural light and fresh air.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.
1 burner Other Stove
Deck Gear
| Sail cover | |
|---|---|
| Fenders | |
| Boathook | |
| Instrument Covers |
2 halyard winches
2 sheet winches
Manual Simpson Lawrence windlass
1 anchors
(Plow (35 lb))
125'0" of chain
246'1" of rode
Nav Equipment
| Compass | |
|---|---|
| VHF DSC radio | |
| Barometer | |
| Navigation lights | |
| Depth sounder |
*Standard Horizon Depth Sounder
*Retevis VHF Radio with DSC
Safety Equipment
| Life buoys |
|---|
1 bilge pumps (1 manual / 0 electric)
Broker's Comments
The current owner has embarked upon a number of extensive updates to improve upon this one-of-a-kind classic PNW sailing vessel, and is now offering her for sale.
The exterior is richly fitted with classic bronze hardware, with sail covers that match the bronze patina. The planks are original old-growth yellow cedar, and the last survey (12/2021) found the hull to be in very good condition. Her topsides, deck, and bottom were painted in 2024.
The vessel features new tanks (fuel / water / holding), new plumbing (pumps, lines, toilet), new electrical (wiring, charger, breaker panels), and new appliances (fridge, stove, water heater). I particularly like the Dickinson Bristol stove in the galley that can be used to cook, heat the cabin, and is even plumbed to the water heater to make hot water. The saloon features a new settee made from aromatic cedar, white oak, and yellow cedar with a matching jumpseat in the pilothouse.
This William Garden 36 yawl is gracefully beautiful from the exterior and a true joy to be aboard. The interior is comfortable, well-outfitted, and a showcase of fine woodworking. This unique vessel has been cruising the Salish Sea for 75+ years and is now ready to embark upon a new journey with a new Captain at the helm.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.