Gen L Wanderlust 19 Ft Custom Built Wooden Boat

The WANDERLUST is a highly practical sport cruiser designed to maximize cockpit workspace while retaining the charm of a classic small runabout. Created with scuba divers, fishermen, and active families in mind, it features an expansive 6′ 2″ × 8′ cockpit that provides exceptional elbow room for fishing, gearing up, or relaxing at anchor. The forward cabin offers a snug retreat from the weather and includes generous 6′ 6″ V-berths for two, while the cockpit itself can accommodate additional overnight guests with sleeping bags-making it a remarkably versatile compact cruiser. Our workshop faithfully recreates this classic runabout using premium marine timbers such as Western Red Cedar, Mahogany, and Teak. The wooden hull is reinforced with fiberglass cloth and sealed with high-quality marine epoxy for long-term durability and moisture resistance. Finished with multiple coats of System Three marine spar varnish or premium marine paint, each vessel reflects meticulous craftsmanship and timeless nautical elegance. Typical build time ranges from 3-4 months depending on customization options. General Characteristics: Specifications: - Overall Length: 19feet - Beam: 7 feet 10 inches - Hull Draft: 9 inches (with skeg) - Hull Depth: 3 feet 7 inches - Approximate Hull Weight: 950 lbs - Overall Height: 6 feet 3 inches - Cabin Headroom: 4 feet 6 inches - Cockpit Size: 6 feet 2 inches x 8 feet - Sleeping Capacity: 2 people Performance & Use: Designed for stability and efficiency, the WANDERLUST planes quickly with adequate power and offers a steady platform for fishing and watersports. With sufficient horsepower, it is capable of towing skiers while maintaining predictable handling and family-friendly safety. This wooden boat crafted by us is built from Glen-L plans, with full credit given to the original designers. For each custom commission, we acquire the appropriate plans and construct the vessel to order-offering both full-size boats and finely detailed scale models. The WANDERLUST stands as a versatile classic cruiser-combining generous workspace, practical accommodations, and traditional craftsmanship in a compact yet capable design. The WANDERLUST emerged during a period when compact plywood cruisers gained popularity among recreational boaters seeking versatility without the cost of larger yachts. As interest in fishing, diving, and family day-boating expanded in the mid-to-late 20th century, designers began prioritizing usable cockpit space and practical accommodations over purely decorative features. The WANDERLUST was conceived specifically to maximize working area while still offering overnight capability. Its plywood-over-frame construction reflects the evolution of accessible wooden boatbuilding techniques. By utilizing sheet plywood and sawn frames, the design reduced complexity and cost compared to traditional plank-on-frame cruisers, making it attractive to amateur builders and small workshops. The hull form-deep-V entry forward with a flatter aft section-mirrors broader industry trends toward efficient planing performance and improved stability for fishing and watersports. Over time, renewed appreciation for classic wooden boats has led many builders to finish the WANDERLUST with varnished decks and polished hardware, blending functional design with vintage runabout aesthetics. Today, it remains valued as a practical, multi-purpose wooden sport cruiser-bridging the gap between workboat utility and classic pleasure craft styling