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Specification: Item K313 - 21L x 0W x 0H Inches (53.3L x 0W x 0H Cm)

Price: $ 100.00 ( This item is sold out, preorder now to keep this price )

Description:

The Pretty Marsh Runabout is a refined 21' 2? wooden powerboat that blends classic Downeast-inspired lines with modern propulsion flexibility. With a beam of 7' 3? and a shallow 14? hull-only draft, this runabout offers a balanced combination of stability, shallow-water accessibility, and confident open-water capability. Its elegant sheer line and gently flared bow reflect traditional Maine craftsmanship, while the cockpit layout supports comfortable day cruising.

Our workshop builds the Pretty Marsh Runabout using premium marine-grade wood (Western Red Cedar, Teak, Mahogany,...), carefully selected for strength, durability, and visual warmth. The hull is constructed with traditional wooden boatbuilding techniques, reinforced with modern epoxy systems to enhance longevity and structural integrity. The design accommodates either inboard/outboard (I/O) or outboard propulsion, with engine options ranging from 80 to 200 horsepower-allowing owners to tailor performance from relaxed cruising to spirited planing speeds. Typical build time ranges from 6-8 months depending on propulsion configuration and finish detailing.

Clients may customize deck layout, seating arrangement, dashboard design, wood species, varnish or paint schemes, and onboard amenities to create a personalized runabout suited to their cruising lifestyle.

General Specifications:

- Length Overall (LOA): 21ft
- Beam: 7.3ft
- Draft: 14? (hull only)
- Propulsion: Inboard/Outboard (I/O) or Outboard, 80-200 hp

Performance & Use: Combining timeless wooden elegance with adaptable propulsion and practical layout, the Pretty Marsh Runabout offers a sophisticated platform for day cruising and family outings - honoring tradition while embracing modern boating performance.

This wooden boat crafted by us is built from woodenboat.com plans with full credit given to the original designers. For each custom commission, we acquire the appropriate plans and construct the vessel to order-offering both full-size boats and finely detailed scale models.

Contact us to explore specifications, engine options, and build schedules for your Pretty Marsh Runabout.

History:

The Pretty Marsh Runabout traces its roots to the rich wooden boatbuilding heritage of the northeastern United States, particularly the coastal communities of Maine where practical working craft and elegant pleasure boats evolved side by side. Inspired by the clean, purposeful lines of traditional Downeast lobster boats, the design was conceived as a modern recreational runabout that preserves classic proportions while embracing contemporary performance expectations.

Named after Pretty Marsh Harbor on Mount Desert Island, the boat reflects the character of sheltered coves, rocky shorelines, and tidal waters that define the region. Historically, small wooden powerboats in this area were built for versatility-able to carry passengers comfortably while maintaining stability and seaworthiness in variable coastal conditions. The Pretty Marsh Runabout continues this tradition with a shallow draft, generous beam, and efficient planing hull.

As recreational boating grew in popularity in the late 20th century, there was renewed appreciation for handcrafted wooden boats that combined timeless aesthetics with improved construction methods. Designers began blending traditional craftsmanship with modern epoxy systems and updated propulsion options, allowing boats like the Pretty Marsh Runabout to deliver greater durability, lighter displacement, and adaptable engine configurations.

Today, the Pretty Marsh Runabout stands as a tribute to classic American wooden runabouts-honoring heritage while meeting the expectations of modern boaters. It represents the enduring appeal of finely crafted wood construction, elegant simplicity, and practical coastal performance.