20 Compact Sailboats You Can Comfortably Live On

Think you need a massive yacht to live the dream on the water? Bigger isn't always better. Many of the most rewarding adventures happen on compact, capable sailboats that are affordable, easy to handle, and surprisingly comfortable. In this video, we're sharing our list of 20 of the best compact sailboats (mostly under 35 feet) that you can comfortably live on. These are proven designs, from legendary bluewater bruisers like the Westsail 32 to surprisingly roomy coastal cruisers like the Catalina 30. Each of these boats proves you don’t need fifty feet of fiberglass to find freedom and a home afloat. The 20 Best Compact Liveaboard Sailboats 00:00 - Intro 00:58 - Westsail 32 02:02 - Island Packet 31 03:06 - Contessa 32 04:14 - Albin Vega 27 05:19 - Cape Dory 30 06:27 - Pearson 323 07:37 - Tartan 30 08:45 - Catalina 30 09:56 - Alberg 30 11:06 - Flicka 20 12:14 - Bristol 29.9 13:05 - Ericson 32-2 14:03 - Hunter 33 Cherubini 14:57 - Morgan Out Island 33 15:55 - Niagara 35 16:56 - Hallberg-Rassy 31 Monsun 17:50 - Nicholson 32 18:43 - Sabre 34 19:40 - Beneteau First 30 20:36 - Pacific Seacraft 31 21:34 - Ending Which of these compact legends would you choose for your floating home? Drop a comment below! If you enjoyed this roundup, don’t forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for more.