🚤 The Top 7 Pocket Cruisers You Can Actually Live On (Under 30 Feet!)

Think you need a 40-foot yacht to live the cruising life? Think again. In this video, we dive into 7 of the best liveaboard sailboats under 30 feet—compact, seaworthy vessels that prove small boats can take you far. These pocket cruisers offer the comfort and capability to support full-time living, whether you're dreaming of coastal hops, Great Lakes exploration, or even crossing oceans. We’ll cover: ⛵ Interior layouts and onboard living comfort 🌊 Offshore vs. coastal performance 🛠️ What makes each boat uniquely suited for long-term cruising 🧭 Chapters: 00:00 Intro - What is a Pocket Cruiser 00:30 Pacific Seacraft Dana 24 02:09 Nor'Sea 27 03:47 Bristol Channel Cutter 28 05:18 Cape Dory 28 06:30 Island Packet 27 07:44 Catalina 27 09:18 Albin Vega 11:28 Final Thoughts Red Dot On The Ocean - The Matt Rutherford Story https://amzn.to/45ulH1W *Amazon Disclaimer* As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Credits: @boatshedboats - Dana 24 walkthrough @sailboatguide - Nor'sea 27 walkthrough @SV-Mig - Nor'sea 27 outside walkthrough @Tom_Fores - BCC Tour @LittleYachtSales - Cape Dory 28 walkthrough - Island Packet 27 walkthrough @arnewiththeboats7324 - Catalina 27 walkthrough @SirAnteli - Albin 27 walkthrough @JohnnyBareToes1 - Albin Vega drone overhead @nik47779 - albin vega sailing @dobbsalexander - dana 24 sailing @moodswingsail2413 - nor'sea 27 sailing @MorseAlphaExpeditions - BCC sailing @Adventureman_Dan - BCC sailing @ducheneaut - Cape Dory 28 sailing @SVSaltyAbandon - Island Packet 27 sailing @mcschrage - Catalina 27 sailing Whether you're a minimalist voyager, weekend adventurer, or planning your big escape, these boats offer real-world, proven solutions to go small and live large. 👉 Subscribe to follow more classic cruisers, affordable sailing tips, and real-life sailing stories. ⚓ Follow Old Boat Sailor on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oldboatsailor 📸 And Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oldboatsailor *FTC Disclaimer* Old Boat Sailor is viewer supported. We may make a small commission at no extra cost to you should you make a purchase through our links