La Drone was built in 1948 on the Tamar River, Launceston, Tasmania. She is a 38ft motor cruiser and lived her whole life in Tasmania making her a historic vessel worthy of being published in the book 'Those that Survive'.
In French, the meaning of "LaDrone" is Bandit or Thief which was a bit brazen, as the man who had her built, ... was actually a bookie. We like to think though, that it means she steals your heart. He had her built as a private boat with bunks up forward and the engine further back, which was the perfect boat to take cruising up and down the Tamar River.
Built traditionally and with carvel planking she is made up of Celery Top pine and boasts a magnificent 1950's décor and blackwood fit out that takes you back in time and makes you feel right at home the moment you step aboard. She got this layout approximately 25 years ago when she was converted for doing cruises on the Derwent out of Hobart, similar to what we do.
She is in commercial survey and is able to carry 12 passengers, with a draft of 0.9m and a spacious, luxurious and comfortable all weather fully enclosed cabin and open aft deck, she is perfect for intimate cruises up the Huon River.
The Aft Deck
If being out, enjoying the fresh Tasmanian air is more your style, the aft deck is the place to be. With uninterrupted views all around, it is well suited for watching the world go by and enjoying the simply stunning natural scenery and local wildlife so iconic in the Huon Valley.
The Comfortable Cabin
Boasting a 1950's decor LaDrone, our 75 year old Tasmanian timber motor cruiser has a comfortable cushioned seating arrangement and beautiful blackwood fitout. The fully enclosed cabin is perfect in all conditions, it keeps the wind and rain out in the cooler months or provides great shade from the sun while allowing good air flow on those warmer days.
The Forward Cabin and Wheelhouse
A comfortable place to sit and in close proximity to the skipper. Perfect for taking in all the local knowledge and history of the area. Between the two seats is also the entry and exit door for access on and off the dock.
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