Dimensions

Propulsion

Tanks

Accommodations

Stepping below through the forward companionway reveals one of the most practical and comfortable interior layouts found in this classic center-cockpit cruiser. Rich teak joinery, a traditional teak-and-holly sole, and finely crafted woodwork showcase the quality Taiwanese boatbuilding that made the Kelly Peterson 44 a respected offshore cruiser. Natural light and ventilation are abundant throughout the vessel, provided by three overhead hatches, three dorade vents, and ten opening cast-bronze portlights.

Located amidships to port, the spacious U-shaped galley is designed with serious cruising in mind. The layout provides excellent security while underway, generous counter space, abundant storage, and room for substantial refrigeration and freezer capacity. A large double-basin sink and a brand-new Force 10 three-burner propane stove with oven make meal preparation comfortable whether at anchor or offshore.

Opposite the galley to starboard is a dedicated navigation station. Well positioned for easy communication with the cockpit, it features a comfortable seat, ample workspace, and houses the vessel’s primary electrical panels and navigation equipment, creating an efficient command center for passage planning and vessel management.

Aft to starboard, a private passageway leads to the owner’s stateroom. The spacious aft cabin features an exceptionally large wall-to-wall king berth, offering remarkable comfort at sea and plenty of room to sleep athwartships or fore-and-aft depending on conditions. Ample hanging locker storage is located to starboard, while a private ensuite head and shower occupy the port side. The owner’s cabin also benefits from its own companionway and sliding hatch, providing direct access to the cockpit along with additional light and ventilation.

Forward of the galley and navigation station, the main saloon follows a traditional and highly functional arrangement. A comfortable dinette to port accommodates four adults with ease, while the starboard settee provides additional seating for three. The settee can also be converted into a generous sea berth, making it ideal for offshore passages or accommodating additional guests. Forward of the saloon are a second head with shower and a spacious V-berth cabin for family or guests.

Ventilation throughout the vessel is excellent. The main saloon benefits from three overhead hatches and six opening portlights, while the aft cabin is served by two hatches and four opening ports, ensuring a bright and airy interior even in warmer climates.

Beneath the cockpit and accessible from the passageway is the engine and machinery space. At its heart is a dependable Perkins 60-horsepower diesel engine, a robust and well-matched powerplant that provides ample thrust and reliability for a vessel of this displacement.

Galley

Electronics and Navigation Equipment

Electrical Systems

Sails & Rigging

Deck

The Peterson 44 features a low-profile center cockpit that remains pleasing to the eye and keeps weight low physically as well as visually. The long-fin keel with cutaway forefoot and afterbody reduces wetted surface for good light-air performance and provides a shorter turning radius. A full-size molded-in skeg supports the rudder and provides good protection during the occasional grounding. Protected also is the prop, mounted in an aperture between the skeg and the rudder. Displacement of 30,000 pounds (10,000 of this is buried in encapsulated lead ballast) gives the Peterson 44 an easy motion at sea.

On deck, a double-spreader cutter rig supports 780 square feet of working sail. Milagros has notable updates to her rig, including all new standing rigging (2021), new titanium chainplates (2021), new tang bolts (2021), mast & boom re-painted (2021), new Garhauer swivels & blocks (2021/2022), new Garhauer gooseneck (2021), new reefing lines (2023), and 14 winches.

The center cockpit is intelligently laid out and accommodates a full-size dodger and canopy-style bimini. From the cockpit, two companionways, both protected by bridge decks, provide outside access to the fore and aft cabins. Each Peterson 44 was delivered with factory-installed bow rollers and a manual windlass, but Milagros has been thoughtfully updated with an electric Ideal Windlass w/ Maxwell dual direction solenoid.

Owners note the Hydrovane and Tillerpilot setup has served them well, even in conditions where wind is 35+ knots. They use the Tillerpilot only when motoring, either the Tillerpilot or the hydrovane when wind is light, and the Hydrovane only when there is good sailing wind.

UPDATES

• Sandblasted hull to fibreglass, painted with Interlux 2000E barrier coat, black Pettit HRT Premium bottom paint (2021)
• Fresh bottom paint every year
• Freeboard painted with AlexSeal Primer and AlexSeal SnowWhite Topcoat (2021)
• Cabin top, deck and non-skid painted with Imron Primer and SnowWhite Topcoat (2023)
• Rebedded all portholes (2023)
• New standing rigging (2021)
• New titanium chainplates (2021)
• New tang bolts (2021)
• Mast & boom re-painted (2021)
• New Garhauer swivels & blocks (2021/2022)
• New Garhauer gooseneck (2021)
• New reefing lines (2023)

Covers & Cushions

Mechanical Systems

Safety Equipment

Additional Equipment

• Starter Motor
• (2) 30A Alternators (rebuilt in 2022)
• Fuel lift pump
• (2) VHFs (Uniden UM 380 & ICOM IC – m45)
• (7) water pumps
• Newmar PT – 40U 3 stage 110 v charger
• Bosch Drill 12V (2020)
• Bosch Dremel 12V (2020)
• Bosch Jigsaw (2020)
• Bosch Angle Grinder (2020)
• Bosch Multicutter (2020)
• DeWalt Heat Gun (2020)
• DeWalt Socket & Wrench Tool Set (2020)
• Sailrite Sewing Machine
• Advanced Elements 2P convertible Kayak (2021)
• Grocery Wagon (2024)
• Speargun Rob Allen Tuna 700
• Snorkelling Gear
• Ice Maker (2023)
• Vacuum Sealer (2023)
• RailBlazer Dinghy Wheels (in box)
• Many more spare parts and tools!