Something a little bit unusual….. Build and Ownership This beautiful yacht has been kept in Mylor Yacht Harbour by her current owner for over 20 years. Originally built by the Larsson brothers in Gävle in Sweden, they used double planked mahogony with oak below the water line. Launched in 1956, Lovisa is based on an early American ketch rigged design, with extra ballast and a lifting keel to navigate the European canals, she draws 3 foot with the plate up and 6 foot when fully deployed.The Larsson brothers sailed her south, through the canals to the Mediterranean, and on to the Carribean before returning to Falmouth in 1959. She has stayed in northern Europe ever since. Care and Maintenance The current owner has been nothing short of fastidious in his ownership. Taking on a 5 year refit when he bought her, she was refreshed from stem to transom, one area at a time, during winter periods to allow sailing to resume each summer. All of the iron ribs have been replaced by laminated oak, the transom was replaced, the deck and sub deck ripped up and re laid and a new engine installed. In addition to these, Lovisa’s brightwork has been refreshed annually and hull repainted as required. It is rare to find a yacht so well looked after. Lovisa is now looking for a new custodian, to carry on with her ownership. The current owner has had recent contact with the Larsson brothers, and is keen to pass on his experience and knowledge. Currently afloat in her marina berth in Mylor Yacht Harbour, please call for further information or to arrange a viewing. Construction Built and designed by Larsson brothersLaunched in 1956Swing keelRudder – sternpost hungKetch rigCarvel-planked with Honduras mahoganyFirst 5 hull planks in oakRiveted on to laminated frames with alternate ribs, steamed into shapeHull repainted in white 2026Teak decking and sub frame renewed 2024/25 On Deck Solid oak bow sprit – painted white45 Lb CQR anchor with galvanised chainManual Simpson Lawrence windlassDouble bow rollerOpening foredeck hatchTeak handrails to coach roofPort lights and port holes in bronzeButterfly skylight hatch to saloon2 x dorade boxes with brass vents2 x Bronze Wilmex sheet tracks2 x Bronze Wilmex primary winches2 x Bronze Wilmex mainsheet winches2 x bronze Wilmex secondary winchesAccess to forward and aft companionways via cockpitPort and starboard deck locker storageStainless steel push pitStainless steel swim ladderOutriggers for tender – Mahogony laminated Rigging and Sails RiggingKetch riggedStanding rigging replaced 2026Anodised aluminium main and mizzen masts, painted whiteAnodised aluminium booms painted whiteDouble spreaders to both mastsDeck stepped sparsSelf tacking stay sail with boom on Harken furlerYankee to bow sprit on Harken furlerFisherman staysail on furlerSpinnaker poleSails – all lightly usedYankee – SKB sailsStaysail – SKB sailsMain sail – battened with lazy jacks and stack pack – SKB sailsMizzen sail – battened with lazy jacks and stack pack – SKB sailsFisherman staysail – SKB sails Engineering & Electrical Yanmar 4JH4E – 55 HPShaft drive to 3 bladed bronze propellerRegularly serviced2 x 110 a/h service batteries1 x 120 a/h engine start battery30 amp Victron Phoenix battery chargerShore power connection240v power with RCDIsolator switching in companionwayVetus water tank gagues Navigation Navigation lights – masthead tricolour and deck level port and starboardSimrad AP20 autopilot head unitSimrad CX44 chart plotter with radarPlastimo contest compassIcom M505 VHF with DSCSimrad IS20 wind displaySimrad DS34 chart plotter at chart table Interior berths over 2 cabins and saloonSolid fuel burner for heatingHigh gloss varnish interior with white gloss deck headNavigation tableLifting chart table with drawer and cupboard storage underneath12 v control panelAccess aft to machinery space with RCD and batteriesAccess to lifting keel mechanism Heads Electric flush techna toiletBrass taps with hot and cold pressurised waterCeramic sink Galley Single sinkBrass mixer tap with hot and cold pressurised waterFiddled crockery storageCupboard storage underneathTechimpex 2 burner gas hob with oven/grill Saloon Seating to port and starboardUpholstery in greenTrotter boxes for berthingSaloon table with folding sidesMultiple gas lamps Forward Cabin Offset double berth to starboardHanging storage to portUpholstery in greenSlatted seating to portForward storage locker Aft Cabin Separate access through aft of cockpitStep down into foot wellDouble berth offset to starboardUpholstery in greenStorage lockers aft
This 1956 Larsson Custom 40 is listed for sale in Falmouth, England. With a 40ft layout, inboard engine setup and used condition, this boat is suited to buyers looking for sail options in this location. View full details, photos and specifications for reference RB696401 on Rightboat.