Stir-Ven 19 cabin Custom Built Wooden Boat

The Stir-Ven 19 Cabin is a beautifully proportioned small cruising sailboat that captures the spirit of traditional European coastal craft while offering the comfort and practicality of a compact cabin cruiser. Designed as a versatile sail-and-oar vessel with auxiliary power capability, it balances classic charm with thoughtful modern functionality.



With its pram-inspired hull form, generous beam, and efficient sail plan, the Stir-Ven 19 Cabin delivers reassuring stability and confident handling in sheltered coastal waters, lakes, and protected bays. The raised cabin profile provides welcome shelter without compromising the boat's graceful lines, making it equally suited for relaxed day sailing and short overnight excursions.



Our workshop faithfully recreates the Stir-Ven 19 Cabin using premium marine materials including Western Red Cedar, Marine Mahogany, Teak trim, and U.S.-made Hexcel fiberglass, finished with System Three marine spar varnish for long-lasting protection and depth of gloss. Depending on configuration, construction may follow marine plywood stitch-and-glue methodology reinforced with fiberglass sheathing for durability and structural integrity.



Every hull is carefully shaped to preserve hydrodynamic efficiency, balanced displacement, and the vessel's intended sailing characteristics. Typical build time ranges from 4 to 6 months, depending on interior fit-out and customization level.



Specifications

- Hull length / waterline: 18.70 / 16.63 ft

- Breadth / waterline: 6.82 / 5.91 ft

- Draught: 0.82 / 3.61 ft

- Light weight / ballast: 1278.68 / 264.55 lbs

- Sail area: 229.27 ft2

- Outboard motor: 6 hp



Performance & Use

The Stir-Ven 19 Cabin is designed for quiet coastal cruising, inland lakes, and protected waters where stability, efficiency, and comfort are paramount. Its moderate sail area provides manageable yet lively performance, while the shallow draft with centerboard configuration allows exploration of shallower anchorages.



Under sail, it offers balanced helm response and steady tracking. Under auxiliary power, it provides dependable maneuverability for harbor approaches and calm conditions.



Ideal for heritage sailing enthusiasts, couples seeking weekend cruising, or collectors of finely crafted wooden sailboats, the Stir-Ven 19 Cabin combines timeless aesthetics with practical versatility.



This wooden boat crafted by us is built from Vivierboats, with full credit given to the original designers where applicable. 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 to explore specifications, customization options, and build schedules for your Stir-Ven 19 Cabin.
The Stir Ven 19 Cabin draws its identity from the waterways of Brittany, where rivers flow into sheltered coastal inlets shaped by centuries of maritime life. The name Stir Ven, meaning white river in Breton tradition, reflects the quiet estuaries and tidal channels that once supported fishing families and small trading communities.



Historically, compact cabin boats emerged as practical solutions for longer coastal journeys. They offered protection from wind and spray while maintaining the manageable size and efficiency of traditional open craft. Stability, shallow draft, and dependable hull forms were essential for navigating shifting tides and narrow passages.



The Stir Ven 19 Cabin carries forward this balance of comfort and capability. Inspired by classic Breton working boats, it blends heritage design with modern craftsmanship, providing shelter, versatility, and confident performance for contemporary coastal cruising.