1988 Monk 36 Trawler

1988 Monk 36 Double Cabin – Classic Trawler Ready for the Great Loop

The 1988 Monk 36 Double Cabin is a timeless trawler that combines traditional styling, exceptional fuel efficiency, and comfortable accommodations in a proven cruising platform. Designed for boaters who appreciate dependable performance and practical livability, the Monk 36 has earned a reputation as an ideal yacht for the Great Loop, coastal cruising, and extended time aboard.

This well-maintained example has benefited from consistent care and desirable upgrades, making her a true turnkey cruiser. Her spacious double-cabin layout provides comfortable accommodations with private staterooms, generous living areas, and the amenities needed for extended cruising or weekend escapes.

Built for economical operation and dependable range, the Monk 36 offers the confidence and efficiency that experienced cruisers value. Whether your plans include exploring inland waterways, cruising the coastline, or embarking on the Great Loop, this vessel is well-equipped and ready for her next adventure.

A rare opportunity to own a classic trawler that has been thoughtfully maintained and is ready to cruise with her next owners.

Available for viewing in Sales Tax–Free Rhode Island. Call today to schedule your private showing.

Accommodations

Starting forward, the guest stateroom features a comfortable V-berth with ample storage, served by a guest/day head to port and a with a flexible hose wet bath shower.

Up three steps, the main salon offers an L-shaped settee/dinette to port (converts to a double berth) and the lower helm to starboard. Just aft of the helm, port and starboard pilothouse doors provide excellent access to the side decks for line handling and docking. Continuing aft is an L-shaped galley.

Aft, down three steps, the full-beam master stateroom includes a centerline queen berth, additional cabinetry and a desk to port, and a private ensuite head with vanity. A separate shower stall with tub completes the suite. Traditional teak-and-holly soles and generous storage round out this practical cruising layout.

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Galley and Head;

Norcold refrigerator/freezer

Magic Chef four (4) burner stove with oven

Stainles steel sink with dual basins

Forward enclosed Head with electric flush marine toilet and sink with flexible hose wet bath shower

Master (aft) enclosed Head with electric flush marine toilet with tub and shower

shower sump

120vac water heater with heat exchanger plumbing

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Electrical System;

Victron Energy MultiPlus pure sine wave Inverter/Charger 12 volt, 3000 VA, 120AMP

Three (3) flexible Solar panels each with 110-Watt rating for a total 0f 330 Watts

Three (3) Victron Energy MPPT 75 I 15-SmartSolar charge controllers

12 Volt DC System

One (1) Ultra Power 8D AGM Battery

Three (3) Renogy Deep Cycle AGM Batteries 12volt 200ah

Battery parallel switch combiner

Alternator 120 amp Powerline

120vac shore power 30 amp connection with cord

Windsheild wipers

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Electronics and Navigation;

(2) Garmin GPSMap 1022 Multifunction displays

Garmin Marine fantom 18" Radar

Garmin AIS-800 Transceiver

Garmin GHC 20 autopilot

Ritchie magnetic steering compass at lower helm

Ritchie digital compass at the flybridge helm

Icom IC-M506 VHF radio with repeater handset on flybridge

Standard Horizon loud hailer

Kenwood KRC-5001 Stereo

Victron BMV712 battery monitor

Victron color control monitor GX

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Hull and Deck;

Rocna Vulcan 20Kg anchor

150ft 5/16 high test chain splice to 150ft 5/8 braid anchor line

30ft snubber with chain hook

spare anchor Bruce 20kg with chain and line

Lewmar 12 vdc windlass that can be controlled from the bow and both helms

Bow pulpit with roller

Samson post at bow

AFI dual air horns

GoLight Remote controlled search light operated from both helms

Bimini top with full enclosure isinglass (only top currently installed)

Mast and boom mounted on tabernacle

Railing mount Victory sport marine bbq grill

Spreader lights on mast

3 step boarding step

Swim Platform with fold down ladder

Dingy davit

Teak handrails

Stainless stanchions

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Mechanical;

Bow Thruster

Stern Thruster

Dripless stuffing box

Line cutter on shaft

Fire Boy fire suppression system

Xintex LPG controller and fume detector

Double Racor system with pressure gauge

Morse engine controls

Clean agent Novek1230 fixed fire suppression system

Espar Airtronic M-D4 diesel cabin heater

Bilge pumps (2)

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Notable Upgrades

Electrical system upgraded

All sanitation lines and waste water holding tank replaced (2026)

bottom soda blasted and epoxy coated

Muffler replaced 2019

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