About
2006 Hunter 38 38'
Overall Length
38 ft
Location
Seattle Washington United States
Category
Sail
Year
2006
Name
Sound Affect
Model
38
LOA
38'
Hull Material
Fiberglass
Description
Set Sail on *Sound Affect* – Your 2006 Hunter 38 Awaits in the Pacific Northwest
Imagine gliding through the emerald channels of the Salish Sea, with the scent of Douglas fir and salt air filling your cockpit. *Sound Affect* – a clever nod to both her audio-inspired name and her home waters of Puget Sound – is a turn-key cruiser ready to transform your weekends and summer vacations into unforgettable adventures. This 2006 Hunter 38 features the sought-after two-cabin, one-head layout, offering an ideal balance of comfort for a couple, small family, or frequent entertaining. Whether you’re aiming for a lazy afternoon in Roche Harbor, a swift crossing to Victoria, or a week-long exploration of the San Juan and Gulf Islands, this boat is built to make every moment on the water effortless and enjoyable.
Designed with the Pacific Northwest’s shifty winds and tight harbors in mind, *Sound Affect* boasts two major upgrades that set her apart. A bow thruster, added in 2022, gives you the confidence to dock in current-swept marinas like Friday Harbor or Gig Harbor without breaking a sweat. Combine that with a new start battery (2021), and you have reliable, hassle-free engine starting even on those crisp spring mornings. The in-mast furling main and furling genoa mean sail handling is a solo sailor’s dream – no wrestling with a heavy mainsail in a sudden Squamish gust. Simply point, pull, and trim; you’ll spend more time watching for orcas and less time grinding winches.
Step below, and you’ll find the warmth and practicality that make the Hunter 38 a favorite among PNW cruisers. The two-cabin layout offers a spacious owner’s cabin forward and a generous guest cabin aft, while the single head is efficiently designed with a separate shower stall – a true luxury after a rainy day on deck. The main salon is bright and airy, thanks to large hull ports, and the U-shaped galley provides ample counter space for preparing hot chowder or brewing that essential morning coffee. With good headroom throughout and smart storage for foul weather gear, provisions, and cruising guides, *Sound Affect* feels like a home that happens to float.
Performance-wise, the Hunter 38 delivers a surprisingly lively ride without demanding athleticism from her crew. The B&R rig provides stability and a forgiving sail plan, while the deep, shoal-draft wing keel (standard on this model) gives you access to gunkholes and coves that deeper-draft boats must pass by. Her fin keel and spade rudder offer responsive steering, yet she tracks well under power – ideal when the current kicks up in Deception Pass. With a reliable diesel that purrs at cruising RPMs, you’ll cover ground efficiently whether you’re heading north to Desolation Sound or south for the Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend.
Don’t let this opportunity sail away. *Sound Affect* is a rare find in the PNW market: a well-maintained, updated Hunter 38 with the practical two-cabin layout and a bow thruster that takes the anxiety out of close-quarters maneuvering. She’s ready for sea trials, spring commissioning, and a summer full of memories. Contact us today to schedule a viewing – because the best stories on the water always start with “Remember when we had *Sound Affect*…”
IKONIC Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Signature Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
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