Merenpoort 880
Basic data
| Category: | Sailboat |
| Year of construction: | 1974 |
| Length: | 880 cm |
| width: | 265 cm |
| Depth: | 120 cm |
| Material: | Steel |
| Motorization: | Sole |
| Berth: |
Vinkeveen, Netherlands
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Specifications
Classic Merenpoort 880 steel sailing yacht
Anyone who falls for a timeless profile and the calm character of a steel hard-chine hull will quickly feel at home aboard this 1974 Merenpoort 880. The boat has been in the family for a long time, and you can tell from the story she carries: holidays, day trips, and a month-long journey across the IJsselmeer, Friesland, the Randmeren and the Vecht. Her look is classic, her layout practical, and her size pleasantly manageable. With a length of 8.80 metres, a beam of 2.65 metres and a draft of approx. 1.20 metres, this steel sailing boat feels at home on lakes and rivers, while also inviting you to look beyond your own home port.
Merenpoort 880 now in the online auction. Anyone can bid until 24 August 2026.
Inside, the Merenpoort offers headroom of about 1.90 metres, making her notably comfortable for this type and year of build. The accommodation includes a dinette, cooker and refrigerator, and mattresses are on board. She has two fixed berths plus two additional berths, making a weekend away for two just as logical as a short holiday with family or friends. The sanitary setup has also been considered: the vacuum toilet is connected to a holding tank of approx. 40 litres, so discharge does not go directly into open water. The freshwater tank holds about 100 litres, suitable for relaxed cruising with overnight stays on board.
What makes this Merenpoort 880 so attractive?
Her charm lies in the combination of steel, a hard-chine hull and a design made for enjoyable sailing without fuss. She is steered with a tiller from the cockpit, something many sailors appreciate for the direct feel of the rudder. On deck you’ll find features that make time outside comfortable, such as a cockpit table, cockpit tent, deck covers, guardrails and a swim ladder. Fenders and lines are included, as well as two anchors with chain and line. This makes her an inviting choice for anyone looking for a classic cabin sailboat, suitable for inland waters and recreational cruising.
How is she equipped for sailing and cruising?
The sail plan is complete and versatile: she carries, among others, a jib, genoa, mainsail, reaching sail (halfwinder) and storm jib. In total there are seven sails on board, with their condition stated as fair. The wooden mast was renewed in 2013, which suits her classic appearance nicely. For navigation there is a depth sounder, and the engine controls include a tachometer. Anyone searching for “Merenpoort 880 sailboat”, “steel sailboat 8.80 metres” or “classic steel cabin sailboat” will find in this boat a recognisable and complete package for relaxed days under sail.
What about the engine and manoeuvring?
She is fitted with a Sole inboard diesel engine (year of build 1987) with 7 hp, electric start and two cylinders. The engine is operational and suits calm inland cruising, for example at bridges, locks and during harbour manoeuvres. The diesel tank has a capacity of approx. 25 litres. A bow thruster is not fitted. It is good to know that, according to the owner, the boat may pull to the left when motoring; experts indicate that you should hold the tiller accordingly. This is valuable, honest information for anyone wanting to factor her handling into expectations.
What maintenance history and documentation are available?
Documentation is available covering refit and maintenance costs, which is helpful for buyers who like insight into what has been done over the years. In 1989 she was extensively refurbished, and in 1995 the electrical system was renewed. In 1996, among other things, two new cylinders were installed and a three-blade propeller was fitted. In 2000 the vacuum toilet with holding-tank system was installed. Later updates included new sails (2005), renewal of benches and hatches with teak (2016), washing and repair of sails (2017) and renewal of halyards and lines (2023). Two new batteries were also installed in 2023. The underwater hull was grit-blasted and treated in 2021. In 2026 she was taken out of the water for maintenance, antifouling was applied and the hull was waxed. For power supply there is shore power and a battery charger, with two batteries on board.
Are there any points of attention I should know?
Transparency helps make for a pleasant purchase. Known points of attention are the heating and the compass. The heating is a hot-air system but requires attention, and the same applies to the compass. Furthermore, she is equipped with an electric bilge pump, a self-draining cockpit and a lifebuoy, contributing to peace of mind on board.
This Merenpoort 880 is a steel sailing boat with character, a warm family story and equipment that invites you to head straight out onto the water. She is waiting at Boatauction for a new owner who will appreciate her lines, her simplicity and her sailing enjoyment.
VIEWING DAY INFORMATION
- The viewing day of this Merenpoort 880 is on Saturday 22 August 2026 van 10:00 until 12:00 in Vinkeveen (NL).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is in the water.
- This boat is sold without a trailer.
- This boat is sold under general auction conditions.
- This concerns a public auction, which means that the purchase cannot be returned based on the legal right of withdrawal.
| Brand | Merenpoort |
| Type | 880 |
| Length | 880 |
| Width | 265 |
| Depth | 120 |
| Clearance height | 1000 |
| Year of construction | 1974 |
| Material | Steel |
| Number of sleeping places (fixed) | 2 |
| Number of sleeping places (extra) | 2 |
| Standing height indoors | 190 |
| Last antifouling treatment | 2026 |
| Hull shape | Chine |
| Control | Tiller |
| Location control | Outside |
| Rudder | Single |
| Separate dining area | |
| Fridge | |
| Cooker | |
| Curtains | |
| Water tank capacity in liters | 100 |
| wastewater tank capacity in liters | 40 |
| Toilet | Vacuum |
| Does the toilet drain directly into the open water | No |
| Heating | Hot air |
| Life buoy | |
| Self-draining cockpit | |
| Bilge pump | Electric |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
| Anchor(s) | 2 |
| Anchor attachment | Chain Line |
| Deck cover(s) | |
| Cockpit table | |
| Cockpit tent | |
| Fenders and lines | |
| Sea rails | |
| Swimming ladder |
| Number of engines | 1 |
| Is the engine operational | The engine is operational |
| Start typing | Electric |
| Engine type | Inboard |
| Brand motor | Sole |
| Power (hp) | 7 |
| Number of cylinders | 2 |
| Year of construction of the engine | 1987 |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Tank capacity in liters | 25 |
| Tachometer | |
| Bow thruster | n/a |
| Number of batteries present | 2 |
| Battery charger | |
| Shore power |
| Number of masts | 1 |
| Mast material | Wood |
| Number of sails | 7 |
| State of the sails | Reasonable |
| Jib | |
| Genoa | |
| Main sail | |
| Halfwinder | |
| Storm jib |
Classic Merenpoort 880 steel sailing yacht
Anyone who falls for a timeless profile and the calm character of a steel hard-chine hull will quickly feel at home aboard this 1974 Merenpoort 880. The boat has been in the family for a long time, and you can tell from the story she carries: holidays, day trips, and a month-long journey across the IJsselmeer, Friesland, the Randmeren and the Vecht. Her look is classic, her layout practical, and her size pleasantly manageable. With a length of 8.80 metres, a beam of 2.65 metres and a draft of approx. 1.20 metres, this steel sailing boat feels at home on lakes and rivers, while also inviting you to look beyond your own home port.
Merenpoort 880 now in the online auction. Anyone can bid until 24 August 2026.
Inside, the Merenpoort offers headroom of about 1.90 metres, making her notably comfortable for this type and year of build. The accommodation includes a dinette, cooker and refrigerator, and mattresses are on board. She has two fixed berths plus two additional berths, making a weekend away for two just as logical as a short holiday with family or friends. The sanitary setup has also been considered: the vacuum toilet is connected to a holding tank of approx. 40 litres, so discharge does not go directly into open water. The freshwater tank holds about 100 litres, suitable for relaxed cruising with overnight stays on board.
What makes this Merenpoort 880 so attractive?
Her charm lies in the combination of steel, a hard-chine hull and a design made for enjoyable sailing without fuss. She is steered with a tiller from the cockpit, something many sailors appreciate for the direct feel of the rudder. On deck you’ll find features that make time outside comfortable, such as a cockpit table, cockpit tent, deck covers, guardrails and a swim ladder. Fenders and lines are included, as well as two anchors with chain and line. This makes her an inviting choice for anyone looking for a classic cabin sailboat, suitable for inland waters and recreational cruising.
How is she equipped for sailing and cruising?
The sail plan is complete and versatile: she carries, among others, a jib, genoa, mainsail, reaching sail (halfwinder) and storm jib. In total there are seven sails on board, with their condition stated as fair. The wooden mast was renewed in 2013, which suits her classic appearance nicely. For navigation there is a depth sounder, and the engine controls include a tachometer. Anyone searching for “Merenpoort 880 sailboat”, “steel sailboat 8.80 metres” or “classic steel cabin sailboat” will find in this boat a recognisable and complete package for relaxed days under sail.
What about the engine and manoeuvring?
She is fitted with a Sole inboard diesel engine (year of build 1987) with 7 hp, electric start and two cylinders. The engine is operational and suits calm inland cruising, for example at bridges, locks and during harbour manoeuvres. The diesel tank has a capacity of approx. 25 litres. A bow thruster is not fitted. It is good to know that, according to the owner, the boat may pull to the left when motoring; experts indicate that you should hold the tiller accordingly. This is valuable, honest information for anyone wanting to factor her handling into expectations.
What maintenance history and documentation are available?
Documentation is available covering refit and maintenance costs, which is helpful for buyers who like insight into what has been done over the years. In 1989 she was extensively refurbished, and in 1995 the electrical system was renewed. In 1996, among other things, two new cylinders were installed and a three-blade propeller was fitted. In 2000 the vacuum toilet with holding-tank system was installed. Later updates included new sails (2005), renewal of benches and hatches with teak (2016), washing and repair of sails (2017) and renewal of halyards and lines (2023). Two new batteries were also installed in 2023. The underwater hull was grit-blasted and treated in 2021. In 2026 she was taken out of the water for maintenance, antifouling was applied and the hull was waxed. For power supply there is shore power and a battery charger, with two batteries on board.
Are there any points of attention I should know?
Transparency helps make for a pleasant purchase. Known points of attention are the heating and the compass. The heating is a hot-air system but requires attention, and the same applies to the compass. Furthermore, she is equipped with an electric bilge pump, a self-draining cockpit and a lifebuoy, contributing to peace of mind on board.
This Merenpoort 880 is a steel sailing boat with character, a warm family story and equipment that invites you to head straight out onto the water. She is waiting at Boatauction for a new owner who will appreciate her lines, her simplicity and her sailing enjoyment.
VIEWING DAY INFORMATION
- The viewing day of this Merenpoort 880 is on Saturday 22 August 2026 van 10:00 until 12:00 in Vinkeveen (NL).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is in the water.
- This boat is sold without a trailer.
- This boat is sold under general auction conditions.
- This concerns a public auction, which means that the purchase cannot be returned based on the legal right of withdrawal.
| Brand | Merenpoort |
| Type | 880 |
| Length | 880 |
| Width | 265 |
| Depth | 120 |
| Clearance height | 1000 |
| Year of construction | 1974 |
| Material | Steel |
| Number of sleeping places (fixed) | 2 |
| Number of sleeping places (extra) | 2 |
| Standing height indoors | 190 |
| Last antifouling treatment | 2026 |
| Hull shape | Chine |
| Control | Tiller |
| Location control | Outside |
| Rudder | Single |
| Separate dining area | |
| Fridge | |
| Cooker | |
| Curtains | |
| Water tank capacity in liters | 100 |
| wastewater tank capacity in liters | 40 |
| Toilet | Vacuum |
| Does the toilet drain directly into the open water | No |
| Heating | Hot air |
| Life buoy | |
| Self-draining cockpit | |
| Bilge pump | Electric |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
| Anchor(s) | 2 |
| Anchor attachment | Chain Line |
| Deck cover(s) | |
| Cockpit table | |
| Cockpit tent | |
| Fenders and lines | |
| Sea rails | |
| Swimming ladder |
| Number of engines | 1 |
| Is the engine operational | The engine is operational |
| Start typing | Electric |
| Engine type | Inboard |
| Brand motor | Sole |
| Power (hp) | 7 |
| Number of cylinders | 2 |
| Year of construction of the engine | 1987 |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Tank capacity in liters | 25 |
| Tachometer | |
| Bow thruster | n/a |
| Number of batteries present | 2 |
| Battery charger | |
| Shore power |
| Number of masts | 1 |
| Mast material | Wood |
| Number of sails | 7 |
| State of the sails | Reasonable |
| Jib | |
| Genoa | |
| Main sail | |
| Halfwinder | |
| Storm jib |
