Westerly commissioned Ed Dubois, with an eye on the higher performance side against previous westerly models such as the Konsort. Smaller than a Konsort, the Merlin has a better interior in quality and layout, with a good sized double aft berth. This particular Merlin has been updated over the last few years, 2006 New Engine & Rigging, 2010 New Mast and Main These boat details are subject to contract. Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered. Register with Boatshed to see 73 extra photos of this Westerly Merlin 28 . This Westerly Merlin 28 has been personally photo... read more

Designed by Ed Dubois and built to have the edge over the popular Konsorts, both in performance and accommodation layout, the Westerly Merlin, although slightly smaller in length and beam, has a modern feel to it, looks good and is practical too. This fin keeled example has all the control lines leading aft to a deep and generous cockpit, the non slip deck is easy to move around and the sail cover and spray hood have been recently renewed. The accommodation benefits from both a fore and aft cabin, a separate heads compartment, a nav table complete with a Yeoman chart plotter (for those ... read more

Remarks : The Westerly Merlin is a fast comfortable cruiser. She sleeps 6 in comfort and has plenty of storage for extended cruises. Alizarin has a good inventory and is a clean example of these safe and reliable cruising yachts. Accommodation : The Merlin sleeps 6 .The forward cabin is of a good size and has useful storage. The saloon seats 6 around the dinning table and sleeps two on separate berths. The aft cabin offers a comfortable double cabin with amble storage. The heads has storage space and hanging space for wet ... read more