2015 Tartan 3700 CCR – Nepenthe

Freshwater • Single-Handed Sailing • The Last Tartan 3700 Built

Overview

Nepenthe is a 2015 Tartan 3700 CCR and the very last of this celebrated model ever built.

She has been kept exclusively in freshwater since new and thoughtfully outfitted for single-handed sailing,

combining Tartan’s renowned construction and performance with a host of premium upgrades. With her carbon rig,

bow thruster, new ground tackle, and modern navigation systems, Nepenthe is turnkey and ready for extended cruising

or competitive performance sailing.

Construction and Design

- Infused BPA modified epoxy hull with NPG isophthalic gelcoat finish

- High-load areas locally reinforced; solid glass at through-hulls

- Molded 6061 T6 aluminum bar at hull-to-deck joint for strength

- Blue painted hull (custom upgrade)

- Aluminum toe rail and stainless-steel handrails (no teak for lower maintenance)

Rigging and Sailing Features

- Autoclave-cured carbon-fiber mast and “Pocket Boom” with integral sail cover & lazy jacks

- Self-tacking jib with Harken furler for effortless tacking

- Fully battened mainsail with 3rd reef added

- ForeSpar mast-mounted carbon-fiber whisker pole

- TideMarine mast track for smooth sail handling

- Bow thruster for precise maneuvering

- Electric main halyard winch + 40.2 STEC cabin-mounted electric winch

- 46.2 STC spinnaker winches (x2) with full running rigging

- SailTech hydraulic backstay adjuster

- Boom-mounted (aft) preventer lines, port & starboard

- Padeyes for cockpit and side-deck harness clip-on points

Deck and Cockpit

- Sunbrella dodger with full cockpit sun fly and side flaps

- Hinged swim platform, double lifelines

- USB outlet in cockpit

- LED navigation & anchor lights

- Stainless steel hatches & portlights for ventilation

- Custom Top Gun winter cover

Electronics and Navigation

- Raymarine Quantum Q24c Chirp radar with stainless bracket

- Raymarine i70 displays (wind, speed, depth) at companionway

- Vesper Class B AIS XB-8000 with upgraded mast antenna

- Raymarine VHF radio

- AM/FM/CD stereo with interior and exterior speakers

Ground Tackle

- New Quik DP3 1000W windlass

- 300’ G4 chain rode

- Fortress anchor (secondary)

Interior and Accommodations

- Forward cabin with vanity sink and full custom V-berth mattress

- Aft cabin with double berth

- Cherry interior trim with varnished finish; teak & holly sole

- Main salon with drop-leaf centerline table and convertible settee berth

- Enclosed head with separate stall shower and domestic electric head

- Webasto diesel EVO 3900 cabin heater

- USB outlet at nav station

Galley

- Force 10 three-burner LPG stove with oven

- Double stainless sinks + fresh and sea water foot pumps

- Molded icebox

- 80-gallon freshwater capacity, 38-gallon fuel tank

Mechanical and Electrical

- 40 hp diesel saildrive engine

- House battery bank upgraded to D8 x 2 (510 amp hours total)

- Electric bilge pump and high-water alarm

Additional Details

- Always sailed in freshwater

- Finished with VC-17 bottom paint

- Delivered with extensive documentation and meticulous maintenance history

Summary

Nepenthe represents a rare opportunity to own the final Tartan 3700 CCR built—kept in pristine freshwater,

optimized for ease of handling, and upgraded with premium gear for safe and comfortable cruising.

Whether you’re looking for a capable single-hander, a family cruiser, or a competitive performance yacht,

Nepenthe is a truly exceptional offering.