1972 Custom 65' (19.51 m) Fred R. Parker
Phuket, Thailand
Dream Catcher
Step aboard DreamCatcher and enter the golden age of sailing.
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Flag of Registry: Australia
Port of Registry: Registry of Ships, Cairns QLD
- Sloop
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- Steel Hull
- Stock #: Dream Catcher
Vessel ID# Last Updated: 2025-09-17 21:03:34
Description
1972 Fred R. Parker Custom | Dream Catcher
Step aboard DreamCatcher and enter the golden age of sailing. Designed in 1969 by the legendary Frederick R. Parker and launched in 1974 by George Nulson & Co. in Western Australia, this 65-foot steel ketch blends timeless style with robust offshore capability.
With just two owners since her launch, DreamCatcher has sailed through the decades with enduring grace. Her broad 5.23-metre beam—generous for her era—provides impressive stability under sail, and she was previously certified for commercial use: accommodating 12 guests plus 2 crew overnight (200 NM offshore) or up to 51 guests in partially smooth waters. Built not just to impress, but to perform.
Constructed with a solid steel hull and deck, DreamCatcher features a beautifully appointed interior with rich jarrah timbers throughout. She is currently laid out with two spacious cabins and convertible berths to accommodate up to 12 guests. A third cabin can be reinstated by simply reinstalling a removable partition. Two electric bathrooms, a fully equipped galley with 680L of refrigeration, and air conditioning in the owner’s suite deliver comfort rarely found in yachts of this vintage.
The powerplant is a fully overhauled 101hp GM Detroit diesel with just 560 hours, paired with 1,400L of fuel and 800L of fresh water, offering strong autonomy for bluewater cruising.
While DreamCatcher would benefit from updates to her electronics, some cosmetic refinements, and light electrical work, her fundamentals remain sound. Currently on the hardstand in Phuket, she awaits a discerning new custodian to write her next chapter.
For those with a passion for classic vessels, DreamCatcher presents a rare and rewarding opportunity—to cruise, host, or compete on the international classic yacht scene.
Enquire now with The Yacht Sales Co. to arrange your inspection.
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Specifications
Official Number: 385943
Stock #: Dream Catcher
In Stock: Yes
LOA: 64' 11'' (19.80 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 1972
Beam: 17' 1''
Draft Min: 8' 3''
Cabins: 2
Sleeps: 11
Single Berths: 5
Double Berths: 1
Heads: 2
Convertibles: 1
Maximum Speed: 7.5 Knots
Cruise Speed: 5.6 Knots
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Steel
Hull Shape: Monohull
Fuel Tank: 369.84 Gallons (1400 Liters)
Fresh Water: 211.34 Gallons (800 Liters)
Displacement: 40000 kilos
Designer: Frederick Robert Parker
Builder: George Nulson & Co. Pty Ltd
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: General Motors Detroit Diesel
- Engine Model: Model 3 cylinder-53
- Engine Year: 1972
- Power HP: 101.00
- Power KW: 75.32
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 560.00
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