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Default Space for Four
On Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:19:06 -0700 (PDT),
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How much space do you need on a boat so that a party of four can live
aboard for 3-4 days and not feel cramped? What features are desirable,
and what can you do without? Are there any boats that you feel are
particularly well laid out in this respect?

You will get some discussion on this but something in the range of 26
to 28 ft is about the minimum in my opinion, with 33 to 34 being
considerably better. Power boats tend to have more usable room than
sailboats of comparable length, and layout options can make a
considerable difference in perception. Climate makes a difference
also. If the weather is usually good and bugs are not an issue, it
makes sense to optimize outdoor space at the expense of cabin room.

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