Interior

Gaia’s bright, airy saloon is well-maintained, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed to allow for maximum storage in a small space. The recently renewed upholstery is good quality and in excellent condition. There are two main sleeping areas: a queen-sized bed in the aft cabin and two single beds in the V berth area. In addition to this, the dinette area can be converted into a quarter berth, and the passageway can also be used as a quarter berth. Both these areas are particularly useful when on passage.

The layout of the galley is unique, since the sink and the three-burner Force 10 propane stove form an island in the centre of the forward cabin. This allows for more than one person working in the galley at a time. There are plenty of nooks and crannies for storing large amounts of provisions, ideal for long passages.

The head is also unusual: a Lavac (vacuum) model with a simple Whale Gusher pump that is easy to maintain. The 20-gallon holding tank is situated underneath.

Click on each image below for a larger view.

Tiled lounge area with solid fuel fireplace and book shelving
V berth and additional seating all with deep storage beneath
Dinette area
Table fits between seats to create bed
Galley with countertop storage and cupboards beneath
Steps in galley with additional sleeping area in passageway
Queen-sized bed with extenders up for comfortable reading
Bed with extenders down; storage on each side and beneath
Head with storage behind
Shelving in head above sink

Interior Storage

Cans and drygoods storage underneath the stove.
Storage below galley counter
Storage beneath raised bed
Potatoes, carrots, onion and garlic storage
Engine room storage
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