'Hot Chocolate', Contessa 26 'Hot Chocolate' is a Contessa 26 hull in pristine shape having been kept out of the water for the past 35 years.  We 'rescued her' and  brought her back to the Jeremy Rogers yard where we had great plans to restore her to her former glory for our own family use, but life and other boats got in the way, and she is now looking for a new owner to get her back to where she belongs - on the water, having adventures! With perfect original 1970s brown gel coat intact, a brand new Beta 14 engine fitted and a stripped out interi... read more

Remarks : This 1969 Contessa 26 built by Jeremy Rogers, is in good condition for her year. Her inventory includes a 10HP Yanmar diesel engine, four berths, mainsail with three reefing points, furling headsail, VHF, depth sounder and more. Like any yacht of this age she does require a small bit of T.L.C. but nothing major and is priced accordingly. She is a fine cruising boat and viewing is recommended. Accommodation : Owners Comments "Waratah" is a 1969, Contessa 26 (Hull No. 197), built by Jeremy Rogers in Lymington... read more

We are pleased to be presenting this true classic small cruising yacht, with a fully justified reputation for seaworthiness. Designed by Jeremy Rogers along the lines of the Folk Boat, but with improved accommodation. These boats have successfully completed circumnavigations and have also won major races. When I visited the boat, I could see this boat appears to have been looked after in this current ownership. With recent upgrades, as listed, including; a new spray hood and batteries, recent engine and sails and also with the current mooring until June 2024 this is an ideal opportunity ... read more

The current owners have seen to it that this Contessa 26 has been professionally maintained since they acquired her in 2016. There is an extensive list of new items and work done, all carried out by professionally qualified people, including the refurbishment of the of the Beta 10 hp engine in 2018. If you are looking at this you are probably aware of the Contessa 26 pedigree; they have been sailed around the globe, well known for their turn of speed. With 350 built by Jeremy Rogers and a further 400 built by J.J. Taylor in Canada. As with all boats of this age it is important to stay o... read more

Features 2022 - Contessa 26. 'Rose of Purbecks' This newly fully re-built model designed by Jeremy Rogers and built by local renowned boat builder Chris Somner, was commissioned by my client. This is a modern take on the classic and popular 26. All as new from 2022 to include a Yanmar 9hp diesel engine, rigging and all electronics. Just serviced and ready to sail. All build documents available. Must be viewed. Serious enquiries. www.harbouryachts.co.uk Navigation Raymarine Chart plotter, auto pilot, log/speed/depth, wind indicator, GPS, echo sounder, VHF. Compass. Clock and barometer. Elect... read more