Hunter 27 BILGE KEEL

The Hunter Horizon 27 bilge-keel is a well-regarded British cruiser that offers an excellent balance of sailing performance, practicality and comfort. Designed by renowned naval architect David Thomas and built by Hunter Boats, it combines a stable twin-keel hull with responsive handling and shallow draft, making it ideal for exploring tidal waters and drying moorings. The spacious cockpit and bright interior provide comfortable accommodation for family cruising, while the efficient rig ensures enjoyable sailing in a wide range of conditions. Reliable, easy to handle and thoughtfully designed, the Hunter Horizon 27 remains a popular choice for sailors seeking a capable and versatile coastal cruiser.

This example benefits from a 2017 Volvo D1-13, new standing rigging in 2023 and new sails in 2026. There are numerous other upgrades making her a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking for a ready to go boat

Mechanical

Volvo Penta D1-13 - 2017
13 hp
Folding prop 2017.
Last serviced - March 2026
Engine hours - 216
New prop anodes - March 2026

Electrical

12v Engine battery - 2023
12v Domestic battery - 2024

Navigation

Cockpit
Simrad TP32 tiller pilot - 2025 
Depth - Clipper
Log - Clipper
Windex - 2021
Compass

Chart table
Icom M411 - 2017 with VHF aerial - 2022
Clock and barometer

Sails, Spars and Rigging

Fractional rig
Standing rigging with adjustable dyneema backstay - 2023
Furlex 104s - 2023 
Running rigging - 2023
Split backstay
Lines led aft
Kevlar spinnaker pole 

Sails - Serviced and valeted at North Sail - 2026. 
Main - North Sail - 2025
Genoa - North Sail - 2025
Dolphin Cruising Chute with sock - 2017

Interior & Domestic

4 berths in open plan saloon and aft cabin
Jabsco heads and pipes 2022
Pattern diesel heater with genuine Eberspacher fittings - 2025
All Lewmar port lights replaced - 2025
Galley with hand pumped cold water
Sink
Oven grill and 2 ring burner
Coolbox
Saloon table
Chart table

Deck

GRP deck
Anchor with chain and warp
Anchor locker
White Oak tiller - 2022
Teak grab handles 2021
Boarding ladder
Outboard bracket
Rope tidy bags
2 x Lewmar 16 twin speed ST primary winches
1 x Lewmar 8 single speed coachroof winch

Safety

Manual bilge pump
Horseshoe lifebuoy with light

Canvas

Sprayhood with stainless bars in grey - 2025
Stackpack in grey - 2025
Dodgers in grey - 2025

Miscellaneous

Fresh water tank - 2017
Tru Design seacocks on heads - 2022
Rudder Bearing - 2022
Fenders - 2025
Antifouled with SeaJet in grey - 2026 

Documentation

Evidence of 5 years clear title - Bill of Sale to current owner 2020

Owners comments

I’ve owned Seven Isles since 2020 Bill of Sale present. I’m the third owner the original owner purchased her as a retirement gift and took her through the French Canals. 

She has been lifted every winter since I’ve owned her. 

Since I’ve had her I have cruised extensively from The Humber to The Dart. In 2025 we sailed the Channel Islands for 3 weeks. 

Measurements

LOA: 8 m

LWL: 6.48 m

Beam: 2.7 m

Draft: 1.0

Displacement:

2100 kg

Fuel Tanks Cap.:

40 L

Fresh Water Tanks Cap.:

80 L

Propulsion

Engine Make: Volvo Penta

Engine Model: D1-13

Engine Year: 2017

Engine Type: Inboard

Engine Hours: 216

Power: 13 hp

Drive Type: Shaft Drive

Fuel Type: Diesel