About This Vessel
This 2003 John Williams Stanley 38, measures 38 ft, and is located in Newport, Rhode Island, powered by Yanmar 6LY400 400.00HP.
Double Shot was just repowered with a brand new 2025 Yanmar 400hp common rail diesel engine with 2 commissioning hours and full warranty that can be started with the new owner! She will be launched out of winter storage in a few weeks and then will be on the dock in Newport, RI and easy to see. She is in excellent condition and a showing will most definitely not disappoint.The Stanley 38 is a timeless example of Maine boatbuilding at its finest. Designed by Lyford Stanley and built by the renowned John Williams Boat Company on Mount Desert Island, this 38-foot Downeast cruiser beautifully combines traditional lines with modern craftsmanship to provide a versatile boat that is a great platform for fishing or entertaining, with plenty of room for as many as 15 guests.Constructed with a solid fiberglass hull and accented by exquisite teak trim, the Stanley 38 is as rugged as she is graceful. Her hull design offers exceptional stability and a smooth, dry ride—perfect for both coastal cruising and offshore passages. A large propeller, rudder and a bow thruster make her easy to maneuver near the dock.Double Shot is a shining example of this venerable Downeast, she is very well-equipped, well cared for and has been tastefully upgraded and modified over the years. She spent her first decade of service cruising the Maine coast in the summers; the current owners acquired the boat in 2015 and have since cruised the Bahamas, Florida and now New England. Double shot has a fantastic layout for family cruising: she sleeps 5 (4 below in a queen berth and 2 single "quarter berths" and 1 in the pilothouse settee) with shoreside air conditioning to keep you cool at night. The galley up and open cockpit layout provide one of the best entertaining platforms on a boat in this category. Reach out to the listing broker to schedule your showing! It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is
Upgrade History
2025Repowered - NEW 2025 common rail Yanmar 6LY 400hp diesel engine with 2 commissioning hours: she is faster, quieter, and more fuel efficient than she's ever been!New PSS dripless shaft seal2023Stripped and revarnished the mast (8 coats)2021New windlassNew exhaust mixing elbowSeaDek EVA flooring in pilothouseMedium Grey vinyl hull wrap2020Stripped entire boat down to bare wood and rebuilt with 15 coats of VarnishInstalled shower system in head: fabricated GRP sole, teak grate and shower sump pumpNew headlinersNew toilet2019Garmin Electronics Upgrade:Garmin GPSmap 7608xsv touchscreen chartplotterGarmin GMR Fantom enclosed array HD radarGarmin AIS 300 Garmin B60 Transducer (depth/temp)Garmin GMI 20 Tri-data displayAll new canvas, strataglass and pilothouse seat cushionsInstalled Viking 6-man Offshore Liferaft with cannister and stainless cradle2017Repowered with NEW Yanmar 6LY 370hp diesel engine2015-2019Superstructure, decks and non-skid repaintedNew stainless steel fridge/freezer drawers in galley/pilothouseInstalled propane locker and gas distribution systemInstalled Cruisair Air Conditioning with reverse cycle heat (shoreside only)Redesigned helm station to add bench which converts to a small single berthFabricated and installed custom stainless steel bow seat
Hull and Deck
Medium Grey vinyl hull wrap NEW 2021White boot stripeGreen antifouling bottom paintWhite painted superstructure and two-tone buff tan non-skid decks NEW 2015Varnished teak cabin top handrails, brows, bow sprit, hand holds and accentsSunbrella "Toast" exterior canvas and strataglassStainless steel bowrail with custom integrated bow seatStainless steel cleats, fairleads, rub rails, chafe guards and fittingsLewmar stainless steel windlass with capstan NEW 2021Galvanized Bruce style anchor with stainless steel anchor swivel shackle and galvanized anchor chainTeak swim platform with stainless steel folding swim ladder with 5 rungsLarge open aft cockpit with no fixed furniture (great for fishing or entertaining)Removable dinghy chocks in aft cockpit (dinghy shown in photos is not for sale)Traditional varnished sika spruce mast and boom Stripped bare and re-varnished with 8 coats NEW 2023Harken capstan in the aft cockpit including 2 line clutches w/ jammersMast and capstan winch system allow for operation as a dinghy davit or stabilizer sail(3) commercial deck hatches in aft cockpit for access to steering gear and systemsKingsley Bate varnished chairs and custom folding cocktail tableViking 6-man liferaft in valise and stainless mount on hardtop Traditional semi-displacement hull has a reasonably flat section aft, a slight deadrise and soft chine
Pilothouse
Pilothouse can be completely enclosed with canvas/strataglass aft curtains and starboard side "window" and it can also be opened up by removing or rolling up that canvas and opening the 2 port side windows over the galley and all 3 forward windshield windowsCustom bench seat to starboard converts to a single berth Storage lockers beneath bench seatSeaDek EVA foam decking NEW 2021Gorgeous 3 strand rope handholds mounted to overheadsPerforated vinyl headliner with varnished teak battens NEW 2020Coffee bar forward to port with custom galleyware storageAft cockpit shower is a true "outdoor shower" not a handheld. Mounted to pilothouse just aft of the galley4 deck hatches provide easy access to the engine and mechanical compartments
Helm and Electronics
Helm is to starboard with a comfortable bench seat with varnished teak ladder backSide helm half-door provides easy access to side decksOversized stainless steel Destroyer steering wheel with suede leather wrapDual lever throttle controlTeak footrestsGarmin GPSmap 7608xsv touchscreen chartplotter NEW 2019Garmin GMR Fantom enclosed array HD radar NEW 2019Garmin AIS 300 NEW 2018Garmin B60 Transducer (depth/temp) NEW 2018Garmin GMI 20 Tri-data display NEW 2018Simrad AP20 AutopilotiCom VHF radioKenwood stereo systemSidepower bowthruster throttle controlTrim tab controlsStainless steel manual search light(3) windshield wipersHornWindlass control switchEngine hatch controlRitchie compassWeems and Plath clock and barometer12v fan12v outlet
Galley
Galley is to port running the full length of the pilothouseStainless steel commercial-style counter topsIntegrated double basin sinkisotherm DR160 stainless steel refrigerator and freezer drawers NEW 2015Princess 3 burner propane stove with potholders and wood cutting board topConvection microwave ovenVarnished teak louvered storage cabinets and drawerCustom glass and knife storage(2) Windows slide open to provide ventilation (with sliding bug screens)
Accommodations
Companionway from pilothouse to cabin is 3 steps with louvered privacy doors. Down below is an exceptional layout with a large center island berth forward and 2 sailboat style "quarter berths" port and starboard aft, perfect for children or grandchildren. The head with toilet and shower is to starboard with plenty of storage. This entire area is climate controlled via an air conditioner and diesel heater.Center island berth forward with 3 large drawers belowBattened cabin sidesTeak handrails and shelvesPlenty of storage throughout with two built-in "dresser" areas with above and below counter storageOverhead opening hatch with bug screenOpening portholes(2) single "quarter berths" port and starboard aft with footwell extending aft under helm and galley areas in pilothouseCruisair 16000 BTU air conditioner12v fansDimmable reading lights in each berth
Head
Head is to starboard with integrated shower and privacy doorStainless steel basin sinkSink faucet extends for operation as a showerPicture frame mirrorTons of storage in 4 lockers and 3 drawersRaritan PH Super Flush manual toilet NEW 2020Teak grate in soleDiesel heat outletOverhead hatch and porthole provide lots of natural light and ventilationOverhead light and dimmable sconce light
Mechanical and Electrical
Yanmar 6LY 400hp marine diesel engine with 2 hours NEW October 2025Yanmar digital engine gauge and electronic throttle control NEW 2025PSS dripless shaft seal NEW 2025Racor fuel filter with pressure gaugeEngine compartment fire suppression systemMain engine hatch is on a custom hydraulic lift to provide effortless access at the push of a buttonSidepower bow thruster5 blade propellerSpurs line cutterTrim tabsAGM batteriesXantrex Freedom X battery charger/inverter30 amp shore power inletProsafe galvanic isolatorFresh water pumpWater heaterEspar diesel heaterMacerator overboard discharge black water pump
Equipment
4 Docklines4 Fenders4 PFD lifejacketsViking 6 man liferaft (expired 11/2022)EPIRBDyer Dhow dinghy seen in photos does not convey with the sale of this vesselAny tools, parts, clothing, linens, kitchenware, artwork, gear or any other personal items seen onboard or in photos/video are at the discretion of the Seller
Disclaimer
East Coast Yacht Sales offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. This is a custom Downeast boat built to the original owners specifications at that time. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated.
