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Description

Built for serious offshore sailing, the Island Packet 485 is heavy on top-tier gear, equipped with an extensive array of offshore sailing equipment designed for safety, reliability, and ease of handling in challenging conditions. Every system has been carefully updated and maintained to ensure trouble-free operation, so you can focus on the adventure ahead with confidence.



Whether you’re seeking a proven passagemaker for extended bluewater voyages or a luxurious, capable cruiser for coastal exploration, this vessel offers unmatched quality, extensive gear, and a history of expert care. Turn the key, set your course, and prepare for a lifetime of safe, exhilarating offshore adventures aboard this beautifully maintained Island Packet 485.

Description

Built for serious offshore sailing, the Island Packet 485 is heavy on top-tier gear, equipped with an extensive array of offshore sailing equipment designed for safety, reliability, and ease of handling in challenging conditions. Every system has been carefully updated and maintained to ensure trouble-free operation, so you can focus on the adventure ahead with confidence.



Whether you’re seeking a proven passagemaker for extended bluewater voyages or a luxurious, capable cruiser for coastal exploration, this vessel offers unmatched quality, extensive gear, and a history of expert care. Turn the key, set your course, and prepare for a lifetime of safe, exhilarating offshore adventures aboard this beautifully maintained Island Packet 485.

Overview

MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING SYSTEMS

• YANMAR 4JH3-HTE 100HP w/1548 hours
• Last Engine Service Date: JAN 2025
• KOHLER 9kW generator in sound shield (new 2023) 22 hours
• Watermaker-CURRENTLY PICKLED
• 3 DOMETIC A/C units; aft cabin, main saloon and forward cabins
• House Battery Bank: Six (6) Lifeline G27 AGM’s – new 2025
• Start Batteries: Two (2) Lifeline G27 AGM (one each for engine and generator) – new 2025
• Windless and bow thruster batteries: Two (2) Lifeline G27 AGM’s – new 2021
• Solar Panels four (4) flexible 50 watt panels on bimini canvas with Blue Sky controller (shared with wind generator)
• ProNautic 12-15P (15 amp) battery charger for start batteries
• Charles 100 amp battery charger for house
• Shore Power Setup: a 30A and a 50A inlet with protective breaker
• Iridium Battery Monitor System
• Silent Wind Pro wind generator with Blue Sky controller (shared with solar panels)

RIGGING & SAIL INVENTORY

• Triradial Mainsail Triradial Genoa, Crosscut staysail and Triradial Asymmetrical (all new Quantum Sails 2016)
• Storm trysail (Quantum, new 2018)
• Downwind pole mounted on mast track with lift system
• Standing rigging replaced 2015
• Running rigging, replaced 2020/2022

NAVIGATION, COMMUNICATION AND ENTERTAINMENT

• Furuno NavNet TZTL12F/TZTL 15F dual screens (helm/nav station) 2017
• Furuno DRS40-NXT radar
• Furuno NAVpilot-711c autopilot
• BBW WX3 Sirius Weather receiver 
• Furuno GP-33 GPS Navigator w/ integrated Heading Sensor
• ICOM M605 VHF with RAM mic in cockpit
• ICOM M802 HF Marine Radio
•  FA-50 AIS Transponder
• Satellite Compass SCX-20 
• Fusion 750 Series Audio (Sirius/AM/FM/Bluetooth) and Roku TV w/Bose speakers below and cockpit

HULL & DECK

• New Bottom Paint: Spring 2025
• Brightwork finished with Epifanes gloss varnish (new 2025)
• Cheetah 2500 electric reversing windlass with remote control in cockpit
• Mantis Marine 105-pound w/ Mantis anchor bridle; chain and rope rode
• Secondary Anchor(s): Danforth / CQR, chain and rope rode
• Upgraded primary Harken 64.2CEST electric winches, two speed
• Harken 32.2 CST secondary winches
• Harken 48.2CST cabin top winches (2)
• Harken 16C staysail halyard winch on mast
• Harken 32.2C winches (2) on mast for genoa and mainsail halyards
• Spare main halyard run aft to cabin top winches in cockpit
• Kato arch with Dinghy Davits and outboard Crane System
• High bimini/dodger combo with full side enclosures

TENDER / DINGHY

• AB 10 Aluminum hull 10.5’, with Yamaha 9.9hp 4 stroke outboard (all new 2022); anchor, pumps, oars, nav lights, etc

INTERIOR / COMFORT SYSTEMS

• Cabin Layout: 2 cabin suites / 2 heads, 2 showers, 1 office/cabin/bed area. Galley / salon w large fold-down table and removable side table
• Fifteen opening ss ports with screens; six overhead deck hatches and four Dorade-style deck ventilators for generous ventilation
• Galley Appliances: FORCE 10 three-burner stove, broiler/oven. Microwave oven. Refrigerator and Freezer Upgraded to Sea Frost system, new 2023 
• Two heads with VacuFlush toilets, vanities, separate shower stalls w/acrylic doors
• Most interior lights have been upgraded to LED
• Five (5) Hella fans located throughout the interior

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

• Winslow 6-person liferaft: re-certified fall 2025
• MOM 8 (2), MOM 9
• EPIRB: ACR - 2023
• Life Jackets: 4
• Flare/Signal Kit / 4 extinguishers + automatic CO2 in engine room
• Bilge Pumps: 1 automatic / 1 manual

ADDITIONAL NOTES / SPECIAL FEATURES

• Gibe protection system (Kevlar)
• Jack line system (Kevlar)
• Inflatable kayak (2 person)
• 30A/50A power cords
• Brownie “Yacht Pro” Automatic Dive Compressor (multiple tanks simultaneously) YP25DF / 4 single scuba tanks racked in lazarette
• Numerous spares onboard for ongoing service needs

EXCLUSIONS

• Personal gear, including clothing, bedding and artwork (photos and paintings) do not convey with sale.

SELLER’S NOTE: The vessel has been professionally maintained since purchase at full-service marinas including Waterford Harbor (Kemah, TX), Turner Marine (Mobile, TX), Twin Dolphins Marina (Bradenton, FL), and Robinhood Marina (Georgetown Island, ME). All systems and components have been regularly serviced and upgraded as necessary. Safety and reliability have consistently been the highest priorities, with the vessel used primarily for family adventures.