Gulet 57 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

The Gulet 57, specifically the 17.5-meter variant, represents a modernized iteration of the traditional Turkish motor-sailer. While "gulet" is a broad categorical term for the wooden-hulled schooners and ketches originating from the Bodrum region, the "57" (denoting its length in feet) has crystallized into a popular mid-range specification for both private owners and boutique charter fleets. These vessels are distinguished by their exceptionally broad beam—often reaching 6.00 meters—and a relatively shallow draft of approximately 2.00 meters, a combination that prioritizes deck space and interior volume over raw speed. Historically built in wood using local pine, mahogany, or iroko, a notable series of Gulet 57s was also produced in fiberglass (GRP) starting in the early 1980s, offering a lower-maintenance alternative to the classic timber construction while retaining the iconic rounded stern and high-freeboard profile typical of the Turkish Gulet.