1938 Lawrence 47 ft Timber Bridgedeck Cruiser "WINNILYA"

This classic cruiser "Winnilya" was spotted advertised in early 2026, asking $185,000 AUD. It is said to be built by W. S Lawrence, a well known boat builder in WA, Australia. It has been re-powered With New Twin Catipillars of 125 hp Each, so would get along quite quickly.

The seller noted that Winnilya is a beautiful classic and would have to be one of the best in Australia. She's lived at Royal Fresh Water Bay Yatch Club all her life, and is extensively set up for all types of cruising, sleeps 8 comfortably with room for lots more. Fridge full size. Another stainless fridge freezer full size. Plenty of stainless ice chests to. Stove oven Gas. Fridge also gas. Bathroom with beautiful shower, separate toilet, Teak decks and Dual Helm. The list goes on on.

A very nice example of an early Australian bridgedeck cruiser.