The 54 foot classic schooner, Carrina,was built in 1914, by R.J.Perkins and sons in Whitstable, Devon, to a design by Frederick Shepard, but was not launched until 1929 when she was commissioned by Lord Carrington. Built of the finest Burmese teak planking on English grown oak frames, fastened with copper and bronze, and with an all teak superstructure. she was built to Lloyds 100A1 and maintained to Lloyds until 1947.

Originally designed as a gaff rigged topsail schooner, her rig was changed in 1946 and Carrina became the very first yacht to be fitted with a running wishbone rig.

This is a rare opportunity to own one of the worlds unique classic yachts, extremely original and very well cared for and maintained. A real peice of maritime history

Her interior is almost completely original, some alteration and modification over the years has been done, but her original fittings and panneling remain intact and in wonderful condition. Carrina's saloon, opposite, showing the old Honduras Mahogany polished interior with original gimbaled table and original chairs. The carpets and upholstery were renewed in 1999. Carrina sails well on all points of the wind, is very heavily displaced and incredibly buoyant in heavy seas, is a very dry, stable and comfortable boat.

Carrinas originality and quality of build make her a very unique part of maritime history. The comfortable cockpit area has fitted cushions and seating area. But it is only when going below decks that one really appreciates her true beauty and originality. Only the finest Honduras mahogany was used in the construction of the interior, hand crafted and french polished by Robertsons of London, who were accredited with some of London's most prestigious shops of the time, and is as complete and intact as the day she was fitted out. In the cabins, the original plated pumps and marble top wash basins are still in place, as is the french polished mahogany paneling. The dining table and chairs are all original and wonderfully preserved with the patina that only comes with age. She is, in fact, better than 95% original and still offers a warm and comfortable welcome to those who step aboard.

Work completed in the last few years includes: New spreaders: Decks repayed: New pump for main engine: Some rigging replaced: Two new bilge pumps: All bilges Painted: Chrome on deck upgraded: New sea cocks: All new interior carpets, curtains and upholstery: Full details of work carried out on request. All running rigging replaced in 1998. 2 main through hull fittings replaced in 1998. New strainer and sea cocks and plumbing replaced for main engine intake 1998. Complete hull revision 1996. Impeccable. all seems inspected and found perfect (only 3 meters needed replacing). All new copper sheathing around rudder, sternpost and forefoot 1998. New sternpost fitted 1997. Outboard davits available on request. Carrina comes complete with all linen, cutlery, crockery and galley implements. Plus many spares and tools.