Our Freeman 22 - La Sylphide was built in 1967 and she is powered by a Ford Watermota engine.

Key Features

  • Boat Safety Scheme Certificate
  • Broads river license
  • Canopy 2 years old
  • Classic cruiser
  • Original GRP

About this Boat

We are pleased to offer our Freeman 22 – La Sylphide.

She is a classic, highly sought-after inland classic motor cruiser designed by John Freeman. Measuring 22 feet  long, she features a distinctive step in the side decks and is renowned for its iconic varnished mahogany interior, exceptional handling, and comfortable accommodations for up to four people, our example has the original interior layout.

She underwent a full engine service in the summer of 2024 and antifoul in 2023.

She holds a current Boat Safety Scheme Certificate and a 2026/27 Broads river license.

Waterside Marine Sales LLP normally act as Broker for the Vendor who unless otherwise stated, is not selling in the course of business. Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these particulars, the correctness is not guaranteed and they are intended as a guide only and do not constitute part of any contract.

A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check these particulars and to have at his/her own expense a survey carried out by a qualified surveyor to check the condition and description of the boat thoroughly prior to completing the purchase.

Deposits paid prior to the survey taking place, are non-refundable, except for when the surveyor discovers a severe material defect.

Waterside Marine Sales LLP cannot be held responsible for any fault that is found with a boat after it has been purchased.

A buyer may have redress to his or her surveyor, if the fault that is found was missed when the survey was carried out.

Information

Name Freeman 22 - La Sylphide
Manufacturer Freeman 22
Model Classic cruiser
Year Built 1967
Engine Ford Watermota
Construction GRP
Drive Shaft drive
Fuel Type Petrol
Berths 4
Length 22ft
Beam 7ft 5"
Air Draft 6ft 6"
Draft 2ft

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