Whilst the limelight may fall on her stablemates the Contessa 26 and Contessa 32, the Contessa 28 has many positive attributes of it's own. From the pen of Doug Peterson, the author of many successful Contessa designs, the 28 is a great sailing yacht with the added advantage of feeling significantly larger internally than the 26 but with only 2 feet of actual extra length. This extra comfort sets them apart and makes life with one that bit more comfortable for a family while retaining the ability to be easily sailed singlehanded. Less well known the 28's are also less numerous but still with over a hundred built making them one for those in the know.Zoe of Hamble is a 1978 example in good condition and well maintained by the current owner. She is ready to go and awaits fresh adventures.InventorySpinnaker with SnufferWork JibLight GenoaStorm JibCompassSpeedVHF DSC RadioAutopilotNavtexNav LightsHorseshoeGas DetectorCarbon Monoxide DetectorSmoke AlarmSail CoverSprayhoodSpray DodgersSwim LadderSun ShadeCockpit Nav TableSinglehanded Mast Safety LineHorn2x Anchors + Warp and ChainJury Rudder FittingsEmergency VHF AntennaShore Power CableAccommodation4 Berths (1x double & 2x single) with option to convert starboard-side single to a full-length doubleCockpit CushionsHeadsOven with 2 burners and GrillCool BoxSinks (x2)Brokers CommentsZoe of Hamble has received much upgrading by the current owner who has added several unique and personal touches to her finish. With an eye to safety the emergency detectors are all optimally placed, such as the gas detector being located next to the gas supply. Other additions include a mast line ideal for use when singlehanded and a considerable list of spares and equipment.Since 2024 this work includes:Cockpit starter switch fitted – May 2024New rudder bearing fitted – May 2024New shaft seal fitted – June 2024New engine mounts fitted – June 2024Engine removed and resprayed– June 2024Engine and gearbox serviced – June 2024New anodes – June 2024New Electrical Gas Shut-off valve fitted – October 2024New LED Masthead fitted – October 2024New Windex fitted – October 2024Deck repainted – November 2024Winterised – January 2025(Remained out of the water until late 2025)Antifouled – March 2025Bilge Pump Replaced March 2025Antifoul over paint October 2025Deck over paint October 2025New Leisure Battery January 2026ConstructionHullGRPKeelFin KeelMeasurementsLength overall8.43 metresLength waterline6.71 metresBeam2.87 metresDraft1.47 metresDisplacement3,162 kgPropulsionEngineYanmar 2GM20 18hpFuelDieselFuel capacity40 litresMaximum speed7 knotsCruising speed6 knotsAccommodationNumber of cabins2Number of berths4Drinking water capacity60 litresThis boat is lying on the Isle of Wight. If you would like to arrange a viewing we will happily meet you at one of the passenger ferries and escort you to see her. Alternatively you may wish to use one of the car ferries and drive across. Passenger ferries run from Southampton to Cowes, Portsmouth to Ryde and Southsea to Ryde. Car ferries run from Southampton to East Cowes, Portsmouth to Fishbourne and Lymington to Yarmouth. All car ferries also carry foot passengers.