To voyage on The Dove is to embark on a wonderful, unique experience in absolute elegance and style, exploring the Northland Coast of New Zealand – one of the world’s most perfect, unblemished nautical playgrounds. Cruise in absolute splendour on board a yacht which exemplifies nautical grace. Reminiscent of a gentleman’s private vessel from a bygone era, The Dove is 72ft of superb freedom, romance and adventure; truly a ship designed for comfortable coastal and off-shore cruising. Built in New Zealand and testimony to the skill and excellence of this country’s boatbuilding craftsmanship, The Dove is a luxuriously appointed cruising ketch that combines the great strength and reassurance of a steel hull with good performance under both sail and power. She is a large volume vessel, constructed for the utmost safety at sea, whilst being a secure, swift passage-maker.Designed by Don Brooke, renowned New Zealand yachtsman and Past Commodore of the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, The Dove allows guests to explore the magnificent cruising waters that she calls home – the ruggedly beautiful Northland Coast of New Zealand. The deck layout incorporates spacious guest areas, including an excellent entertainment and sunbathing area finished in teak, perfect for al fresco dining, and a spacious covered wheelhouse. The Dove discreetly combines up-to-the-minute communications, navigation, safety and power systems with the joy of sailing, allowing you to choose either the exhilarating freedom of sailing or the convenience of motor sailing.
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