2002 Hunter 38 CAROLINA MOON

CAROLINA MOON – 2002 Hunter 380 | New Bern, North Carolina

If you’ve been searching for a well-equipped, thoughtfully upgraded cruising sailboat that’s ready to leave the dock tomorrow, look no further than CAROLINA MOON, a beautifully maintained 2002 Hunter 380 located in Oriental, North Carolina. Known for her generous interior volume and comfortable sailing motion, the Hunter 380 delivers the rare combination of performance under sail and the spacious comfort of a much larger cruising yacht.

Designed with cruising couples in mind, the Hunter 380 offers excellent stability and an easy motion at sea with a comfort ratio of 25.27, making her ideal for exploring the Neuse River, the ICW, the Outer Banks, or even island hopping to the Bahamas. Below decks, her bright and open layout provides impressive headroom, a large salon, and comfortable private cabins—perfect for extended cruising or relaxing weekends aboard.

CAROLINA MOON has been consistently maintained and significantly upgraded over the past several years, making her a standout example on the market. Major improvements include new Raymarine electronics (2021), solar panels installed in 2024 with Renogy solar controller, new inverter (2022), two 100Ah LifelineGroup 31 AGM house batteries (2022), and a new AGM start battery (2025)—creating a robust and modern electrical system well suited for cruising and time at anchor.

Comfort upgrades include a new reverse-cycle air conditioning system with soft-start (2022), full cockpit enclosure with updated Isinglass (2022), cockpit cushions, Outland hatch covers, and a custom salon tea table, creating a comfortable living space both underway and at the dock. The aft cabin also features a new mattress installed in 2020 for added comfort on extended trips.

Mechanically, the vessel has been well cared for and proactively maintained. The dependable 40HP Yanmar diesel shows approximately 1,145 hours and benefits from several important upgrades including new motor mounts (2021), a new propeller shaft (2020), dripless packing gland (2020), and a new cutlass bearing (2022). The bottom was freshly serviced with two coats of bottom paint in 2025, and the standing rigging was professionally inspected in 2024.

For cruising and anchoring, CAROLINA MOON is well outfitted with a new anchor (2020) with 80 feet of chain and 200 feet of 8-plait rode, an electric windlass with foot controls, and a West Marine 310 RIB dinghy with a 5HP propane outboard. Dinghy davits, an outboard hoist, and a rail-mounted motor pad make launching and storage easy and convenient.

With good-condition sails (rated 8/10), updated running rigging, a comfortable 5’ draft keel, and a cruising speed around 6 knots, CAROLINA MOON is truly a turn-key coastal cruiser ready for her next chapter.

Well maintained, intelligently upgraded, and equipped for comfortable cruising, CAROLINA MOON represents an outstanding opportunity to step aboard a capable cruising yacht and start making memories immediately.

Why make the water wait? Go boating now! ⛵🌙