Glen L Tahoe 19ft Custom Built Wooden Boat

The Tahoe 19 is a sophisticated and aristocratic vessel, instantly recognizable by its rhythmic lapstrake hull and signature 'blonde' mahogany deck accents. Designed with a deep, luxurious cockpit and a stable, wide beam, the Tahoe 19 offers a secure and inviting environment for high-end social entertaining or sunset cruises. Its aesthetic is one of 'alpine luxury'-emphasizing clean lines, bespoke hardware, and the natural beauty of high-grade wood. Our workshop builds faithful recreations using premium marine Mahogany, Western Red Cedar, and Teak-reinforced with fiberglass cloth and sealed with high-grade marine epoxy. Each boat is handcrafted using authentic lapstrake (clinker) methods, with each plank meticulously fitted and finished with multiple coats of marine spar varnish to achieve deep gloss and long-lasting protection. The interior is updated with modern marine-grade vinyls while retaining the period-correct aesthetic and polished hardware. Typical build time ranges from 4-6 months depending on customization. General Characteristics: - Premium lapstrake (clinker-built) hull for a silent, heavy-water ride - Luxury-cockpit layout with plush bench or lounge seating - Signature wraparound windshield with polished frames - High-performance V8 inboard propulsion system Dimension: - Length overall: 19.2ft - Length option: 20.5ft - Beam: 6.2ft - Draft w/prop: 21ft - Freeboard fwd: 2'2" - Freeboard aft: 1'4" - Passengers: 5 - Motor type: V6; V8 - Motor cu in: 260-330 - Fuel capacity: 30 gals. - Hull wgt approx.: 850 lbs. - Cockpit size - L x W - Forward: 2'9" x 5'3" - Cockpit size - L x W - Aft: 2'4" x 3'10" Performance & Use: Designed for effortless power and refined cruising, the Tahoe 19 excels on deep mountain lakes and large inland waterways. Its hull is engineered to track straight at high speeds and remain exceptionally dry, offering a smooth, stable platform for social entertaining or grand touring. It remains the ultimate choice for the connoisseur who appreciates a 'Gentleman's Racer' with an unparalleled pedigree. This wooden boat crafted by us is built from Glen-l, 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. Contact us today! The Tahoe 19 is a prestigious icon of the 'Alpine Lake' lifestyle, a design born from the crystal-clear waters and high altitudes of Lake Tahoe. Refined for the elite boater who required a vessel that could handle mountain-lake chop with effortless power, the Tahoe 19 was developed to be the ultimate 'Gentleman's Sport-about.' It represents the pinnacle of mid-century styling, combining the elegance of a limousine with the soul of a thoroughbred racer. Celebrated for its deep-V entry and mirror-finished decks, the Tahoe 19 was the preferred choice for those who valued prestige and a 'soft ride' in deep, cold water. Unlike lighter lake boats, the Tahoe was engineered with a heavier structural frame to provide a silent, vibration-free experience even at wide-open throttle. This legacy of uncompromising quality and master-tier craftsmanship has made the Tahoe 19 one of the most prestigious names in the history of wooden boating.