1978 Vineyard Vixen 29 "Opus" For Sale

1978 Vineyard Vixen 29 for Sale: Classic Cruiser in Charlevoix, Michigan

A Timeless Design for Sailing Enthusiasts

The 1978 Vineyard Vixen 29, known as Opus, is a classic sloop that embodies the spirit of cruising and social sailing. With a well-crafted design and a solid reputation, this vessel offers a delightful experience on the water, whether you're exploring coastal waters or enjoying a leisurely day with friends. Her spacious layout and comfortable accommodations make her an ideal choice for both new sailors and seasoned mariners alike.

Comfortable Accommodations and Functional Features

Below deck, the Vineyard Vixen 29 features a cozy interior with a layout that accommodates up to four people. The cabin features a comfortable double bed, while the salon offers two additional single berths, providing plenty of space to relax and unwind after a day on the water. The well-equipped galley creates a welcoming atmosphere for socializing and entertaining guests. On deck, the yacht is fitted with essential features such as a winch for ease of handling and a sound system for onboard entertainment.

Specifications - 1978 Vineyard Vixen 29

• Builder: Vineyard Vixen
• Model: 29
• Year: 1978
• Location: Charlevoix, Michigan
• Length: 29.6 feet
• Beam: 8.5 feet
• Draft: 4.5 feet
• Displacement: 8,600 lbs
• Keel Weight: 3,240 lbs
• Engine: Yanmar 2GM20F, 16 HP
• Fuel Type: Diesel

Please Note: Recent Survey (5-28-25) Available Upon Request

This 1978 Vineyard Vixen (#27) was purchased by current owner in 2006 and brought to Lake Charlevoix, Michigan at that time. She was then optimized for short handed sailing with the addition of the Hoyt Jib Boom System and new sails.

Located off-site; please call for an appointment.

Accommodations and Layout

There is a V-Berth forward that will sleep two. The waste holding tank is under the berth and forward. There is a ventilation deck hatch above. The head compartment is to port and please note that the head is currently uninstalled but available to be sold with the boat. There is a stainless steel sink with manual water pump outboard of the head location. There is a cedar lined storage locker to starboard with a hanging dowel. The flooring is teak and holly. There are 6 opening portlights. The main salon consists of port and starboard settee berths for a total of 3 berths, one double V and the two salon berths. Note that there are cushions for all berths but only the starboard settee berth cushion was aboard at the time of the photos. The galley area has a single stainless steel sink with hand pump and an icebox. The ice box is designed to be accessed from the cockpit as well but this hatch is sealed shut. There is a 3 step stair to the cockpit with easy engine access behind. The main electrical distribution panels are above the galley. There is plenty of storage though out the interior for a vessel of this size. The cockpit features two large deep lockers and one after storage locker as well.

Sails and Sailing Systems

• Hoyt self tacking jib boom
• Lazy jacks
• Mack Sails jib
• Mack Sails full batten mainsail
• Mack Sails screetcher on Harken roller furler and added bow sprit
• Schaefer roller furling for the jib
• Lazy Jacks
• Whisker Pole
• Self Tailing primary cockpit winches
• Two cabin top winches
• Two line halyard cabin top rope clutches
• Upgraded running rigging
• Original standing rigging
• Teak boom crutch
• Harken traveler

Mechanical and Electrical

• Edson wheel steering on pedestal 
• Emergency tiller
• Dripless shaft log
• Manual bilge pump
• Electric bilge pump with float switch
• Manual fresh water system
• Dual batteries with selector switch
• Battery charger
• 12 volt ships system with main distribution panel
• 120 Volt shore power system with main distribution panel
• Head system has been removed but is available and will be sold with the boat
• Yanmar engine panel with tachometer, trouble lights and alarm, key switch , stop cable and start button
• Interior 12 volt lighting
• 12 volt navigation lighting

Electronics

• Danforth Compass- bulkhead mounted starboard side
• Datamarine apparent wind speed and direction- port side cockpit bulkhead
• Ships clock and barometer - interior salon bulkhead
• Standard Horizon VHF radio- interior mounted
• Marine stereo

Deck and Hull

• Life lines and stanchions
• Bow and stern pulpits have been removed but are available and will be sold with the boat.  
• Hull side reported to be Awlgripped in 1997
• Deck and cabin top are original gelcoat
• Teak handrails
• Teak companionway hatch and washboards
• Teak toe rails
• Teak helm/stern seat added behind steering wheel