DESCRIPTION
“Wild Thyme” is a well-maintained example of the respected Westerly Falcon, designed by Ed Dubois and built for comfortable family cruising with dependable offshore capability. With her fin keel, wheel steering and practical three-cabin layout, she offers an excellent balance of sailing performance, comfort and ease of ownership.
The spacious aft cockpit provides plenty of room for relaxing at anchor or enjoying time afloat with family and friends, while below deck the accommodation is practical and welcoming, with six berths, two heads and good storage throughout. Recent upgrades including standing rigging replacement, updated batteries, solar charging and renewed interior upholstery add reassurance for her next owner.
Powered by a reliable Beta 30 diesel engine with shaft drive, “Wild Thyme” is a straightforward cruising yacht well suited to coastal cruising and extended island hopping.
Highlights:
• Beta 30 diesel engine (560 hrs)
• Standing Rigging replaced (2023)
• Solar panels with Victron controller
• KiwiGrip deck coating (2025)
BROKER’S REMARKS
“Wild Thyme” presents as an honest and well-equipped cruising yacht that has clearly benefited from practical ownership and ongoing maintenance. The Westerly Falcon remains a highly regarded design thanks to its comfortable motion, safe cockpit and spacious accommodation for a yacht of this size.
The recent rigging replacement, updated electrical systems and interior refurbishment make her particularly appealing to buyers seeking a capable yacht ready for immediate cruising without major recommissioning work.
