1999 Hunter 310 31'

Price

$38,500

Overall Length

31 ft

Location

St. Petersburg Florida United States

1999 Hunter 310 | "Elaine n Me"

St. Petersburg, Florida

Asking $38,500

Introduction and Key Features

Some boats ask you to become a better sailor before you can truly enjoy them. The Hunter 310 was designed around a different philosophy.

She invites you aboard, simplifies the work, and reminds you why you wanted a sailboat in the first place.

Whether you're slipping away for a sunset sail on Tampa Bay, spending long weekends exploring Florida's Gulf Coast, or planning your first voyage down the Intracoastal Waterway, Elaine n Me offers an ideal combination of comfort, confidence, and ease of ownership.

Hunter understood that most owners spend far more time hosting guests than trimming sails. That's why the 310 was engineered to feel significantly larger than her 31-foot length suggests. Her generous beam creates an expansive cockpit for entertaining, while below deck you'll discover two genuine private cabins, impressive headroom, abundant natural light, and a salon that feels welcoming instead of cramped. The design emphasizes spacious accommodations, wraparound cabin windows, numerous opening hatches, and two true private staterooms.

Under sail, Elaine n Me rewards both experienced sailors and newcomers alike. Her in-mast furling mainsail, roller furling headsail, and Hunter's signature B&R rig reduce workload without sacrificing performance, making her an exceptional choice for couples or anyone planning to sail short-handed.

Better still, she's already received fresh bottom paint and a recent stuffing box service (both in April 2026), eliminating two common maintenance items before your first cruise.

Highlights

In-Mast Furling Mainsail by Mack Sails
Roller Furling Headsail by Mack Sails
Hunter B&R Fractional Rig
Full Cockpit Enclosure
Fresh Bottom Paint (2026)
Stuffing Box Recently Serviced (2026)
Spacious Two-Cabin Interior
Walk-Through Transom for easy boarding and access to swim ladder.
Telescoping swim ladder
Integrated Cockpit Arch
Bright Salon with Nearly 6'4" Headroom
Located in St. Petersburg, Florida

IKONIC Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Preferred 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

Broker Comments

Every so often, you step aboard a boat that simply feels right.

Not because she's the biggest. Not because she's the fastest.

Because every inch of her was designed to make sailing enjoyable.

The Hunter 310 has earned a loyal following over the years because she removes many of the frustrations that keep people tied to the dock. Sail controls lead aft to the cockpit. The B&R rig provides excellent stability while eliminating the backstay. The cockpit arch keeps the mainsheet safely overhead instead of across the seating area. Even the walk-through transom makes boarding and swimming feel effortless. Hunter highlighted these features as key innovations in the model's original literature.

Then you head below.

Instead of ducking into a dark cabin, you're welcomed by natural light pouring through oversized ports and overhead hatches. Rich teak cabinetry, a warm teak-and-holly sole, and thoughtful proportions create a space that feels surprisingly open for a 31-footer. Unlike many boats in this class, Elaine n Me offers genuine privacy with both forward and aft cabins enclosed by solid doors rather than curtains.

It's easy to picture spending a weekend aboard.

Then a week.

Then wondering why you ever waited this long to own a sailboat.

Accommodations

One of the Hunter 310's defining characteristics is just how much usable living space fits into her footprint.

Forward is a private v-berth with generous storage, excellent ventilation and abundant natural light.

A spacious aft cabin provides comfortable accommodations for guests while preserving privacy for everyone aboard.

The main salon is exceptionally inviting. Long settees surround a convertible dinette that easily transforms into additional sleeping accommodations, making weekends with family or friends effortless.

Features include:

Private forward v-berth
Private aft cabin
Convertible salon dinette
Teak and holly cabin sole
Hardwood cabinetry throughout
Multiple opening ports
Overhead hatches
Nearly 6'4" headroom
Exceptional storage throughout

Whether entertaining dockside or spending several nights at anchor, the Hunter 310 consistently feels like a much larger yacht. Hunter emphasized the model's two private cabins, convertible dinette, abundant storage, and excellent natural lighting in its original sales literature.

Galley

The galley aboard Elaine n Me reflects the same philosophy found throughout the boat: practical, spacious, and designed for real cruising.

Unlike many boats this size, generous counter space makes meal preparation enjoyable instead of cramped.

Equipment includes:

Stainless steel sink
Pressurized hot and cold water
Two-burner LPG stove
Microwave
Top-loading refrigerator
Deep storage lockers
Convenient trash receptacle
Excellent countertop workspace

Whether preparing breakfast before getting underway or dinner after a day on the hook, the galley comfortably handles the task. The original Hunter brochure specifically notes that this style of galley is more commonly found aboard significantly larger cruising yachts.

Mechanical

Reliable propulsion comes from a dependable Yanmar raw water-cooled diesel, long respected for its fuel efficiency, reliability, and ease of maintenance.

Recent service includes:

Stuffing box recently serviced
Fresh bottom paint

Hunter also designed unusually convenient engine access, simplifying routine maintenance while giving owners confidence when performing inspections.

Electrical

Factory equipment includes:

Single 30-amp shore power connection
Battery selector switch
Cabin lighting
Running lights
Anchor light
Electric automatic bilge pump
Multiple AC outlets

Electronics

The dedicated helm console places navigation equipment within easy reach while preserving excellent visibility from the wheel.

Garmin GPSmap 741 touchscreen plotter
Raymarine p70s autopilot control
Depth, speed, wind speed and wind direction

Sails & Rigging

The Hunter 310 was built for sailors who value time on the water over wrestling with complicated sail plans.

Features include:

In-Mast Furling Mainsail
Roller Furling Genoa
Hunter B&R Fractional Rig
Swept-back spreaders
Selden Boom vang
Internal halyards
All sail controls led aft
Lewmar self-tailing winches
Rope clutches and organizers

The result is a sailboat that reefs quickly, balances easily, and encourages owners to leave the dock more often. Hunter's B&R rig was specifically engineered to improve stability while eliminating the need for a backstay.

Hull and Deck

The cockpit is where many owners fall in love with the Hunter 310.

There's room for everyone without feeling crowded.

The full cockpit enclosure dramatically expands usable living space, creating welcome protection from both Florida sunshine and unexpected afternoon rain.

Additional features include:

Walk-through transom
Swim platform
Retractable swim ladder
Cockpit shower
Integrated fiberglass arch
Wide side decks
Non-skid surfaces
Stainless bow pulpit
Double lifelines
Anchor roller
Fresh bottom paint

The integrated arch keeps the cockpit open and uncluttered, while the wide side decks and secure handholds inspire confidence moving forward in all conditions.

Construction

Hunter Marine built the 310 around one simple objective: maximize comfort without sacrificing sailing performance.

The generous beam creates exceptional interior volume. The structural B&R rig reduces complexity while enhancing stability. Intelligent deck hardware placement encourages short-handed sailing, while the integrated cockpit arch, walk-through transom, and bright interior remind you that this is a cruising boat first and foremost.

Nearly three decades after her introduction, the Hunter 310 remains one of the most sought-after entry-level cruising sailboats because she continues to do exactly what she was designed to do:

Help her owners spend more time enjoying the water.

Specifications

Builder: Hunter Marine

Model: Hunter 310

Year: 1999

Name: Elaine n Me

Location: St. Petersburg, Florida

Price: $38,500

LOA: 30'10"

LWL: 28'0"

Beam: 10'10"

Draft: 4'0" (Shoal) / 5'6" (Deep)

Displacement: 8,500 lbs

Ballast: 3,000 lbs

Sail Area: 523 sq. ft.

Headroom: 6'4"

Fuel Capacity: 25 gallons

Fresh Water Capacity: 50 gallons

Rig: Fractional Sloop

Mainsail: In-Mast Furling

Disclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct their agents or surveyors to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Co-Brokerage

Preferred Yachts offers this listing on a 50-50 split with corresponding Florida licensed brokerages. Brokers unlicensed in Florida must contact listing broker to make arrangements that comply with Florida law.

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