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2008 ISLAND PACKET 465

An outstandingly outfitted and meticulously cared-for example of the renowned Island Packet 465. Drawn by Bob Johnson and built in Florida, this 2008 hull splashed in 2009 and has seen a thoughtful program of upgrades from 2021–2025 tailored for true bluewater cruising. With a cutter rig, full keel, and rugged GRP layup, she’s purpose-built for ocean passages, while her generous interior volume, refined joinery, and modern systems deliver a luxurious onboard experience.

Two queen staterooms each feature ensuite heads with separate shower stalls, complemented by a light, expansive saloon with over 7’ headroom and a beautifully organized galley. Ready to slip lines for extended voyaging or effortless liveaboard comfort, she’s a premier center-cockpit cruising sailboat and offshore sailing yacht.

KEY FEATURES (see full specs for complete details):

• Standing and running rigging renewed (2021–2024)
• Fresh epoxy barrier coat and antifouling (2025)
• Victron LiFePO4 energy system with solar array and inverter/chargers
• Raymarine Axiom Pro 2 MFD, solid-state Doppler radar, autopilot & AIS (2022–2024)
• New Vetus bow thruster motor with dedicated batteries (2024)
• 8 kW Yanmar MAS generator, 1,076 hours, serviced in 2024
• Two queen cabins, both with ensuite heads and separate shower compartments
• Recent Doyle mainsail and staysail (2021, 2024)
• Extensive Sunbrella canvas: bimini, dodger, and full cockpit enclosure
• 7 kg washing machine, TV, Fusion audio, and Starlink internet
• Simpson davits, tender, outboard, dive kit, and BBQ included

Recently arrived in Preveza, Greece, and currently ashore following haulout, offering a superb chance to view afloat while fully commissioned. Early inspections are recommended—this is a turnkey offshore cruiser in exceptional condition, seldom found with such a high level of preparation and equipment.

REMARKS This Island Packet 465 distinguishes itself through condition, systems integration, and intelligent refit choices. From lithium power and solar to safety, comfort, and tasteful interior enhancements, every detail was selected for ocean-ready reliability. A genuine turnkey bluewater cruiser and passagemaker for buyers who prioritize quality, comfort, and enduring capability in a monohull, cutter-rigged, center-cockpit cruising yacht ideal for liveaboard life.

Full specification

Built in Florida, USA by Island Packet to the Bob Johnson design, this Island Packet 465 was laid down in 2008 and launched in 2009, with a white hull in robust fiberglass construction, full keel and a skeg-hung rudder for assured tracking. The Lewmar Mamba drive steering serves a secure center-cockpit helm, while decks and superstructure are also in fiberglass. The hull received a preventative epoxy barrier coat in 2025, complementing a clean 2021 pre‑purchase survey that reported no major issues.

Her dimensions speak to ocean range and comfort: LOA 14.9m (48'11"), LWL 11.61m (38'1"), beam 4.44m (14'7"), draft 1.5m (4'11"), displacement 15,649 kg, ballast 5,443 kg and an air draft of 19.2m (63').

Under power, a Yanmar JH4TE 75 hp diesel (2008) with approximately 2,600 hours drives a shaft with fresh‑water/sea‑water cooling, sipping just 4–6 L/hr at a comfortable 6‑knot cruise and reaching about 8.5 knots maximum. A serviced‑in‑2025 MaxProp Classic three‑blade feathering prop ensures punch and efficiency. Close‑quarters control is excellent thanks to a Vetus BOW75 12V bow thruster with motor, batteries and housing all renewed in 2024. For autonomy at anchor, a MAS Yanmar 3TNV76 GMA generator delivers 8 kW with 1,076 hours (serviced 2024).

The cutter rig is optimized for shorthanded passagemaking, with an in‑mast furling mainsail, a self‑tacking staysail on a Hoyt boom, a spinnaker pole on the mast, and all control lines led aft to the cockpit for effortless single or short‑handed sailing.

Tankage is generous and cruising‑ready: 160 gallons / 606 litres of fuel in stainless steel, 260 gallons / 984 litres of water in fiberglass, and a 55‑gallon fiberglass holding tank, complete with a macerator and pump‑out capability.

Electrical systems are exceptionally comprehensive. House power is provided by six 100Ah Renogy Smart Lithium batteries (2022), with engine start on two 100Ah AGM batteries (2020), bow‑thruster start on two 100Ah AGM batteries (2024), and generator start on one 100Ah AGM (2020). Charging and conversion are handled by two Victron MultiPlus 1600/70 inverter/chargers, a Victron Orion XS 12V/12V charger (2022), an additional Victron 50A 230V charger, and a Victron Cerbo GX control and display. Solar harvesting is abundant via three Victron Smart MPPT controllers feeding three 330W panels on the arch and four 100W folding panels on the stern rail. Shore power with cable is fitted, and a Victron 120V 500W inverter covers light AC loads.

Rigging inspires confidence: the cutter plan on aluminium spars benefits from standing rigging replaced in 2021/2022 (invoices available) and running rigging renewed in 2023/2024. Reefing is via in‑mast furling, there is a spinnaker pole aboard, two Wichard boom brakes tame the mainsail, and Harken MK3 furlers serve both genoa and staysail.

The sail wardrobe is fresh and balanced: a Doyle mainsail from 2021, a Doyle genoa from 2020, a Fareast staysail from 2024, and an asymmetric cruising chute with sock.

Navigation and communications are current and comprehensive. A Raymarine Axiom Pro 2 chart plotter (2024) is paired with Raymarine GPS, Raymarine Quantum Doppler radar (2024), and a Raymarine AIS 650 with splitter (2022). Autopilot integrates Raymarine and Lewmar components. New Raymarine wind instruments (2024) carry a two‑year warranty, complemented by a 2025 Windex. VHF coverage includes dual stations at the nav desk and helm plus an Icom handheld, while an ICOM 801E SSB with GAM antenna and a Pactor modem extend bluewater comms. IridiumGO! provides satellite connectivity. A Navtex unit is noted as not installed. A compass completes the essential suite.

On deck, ground tackle and handling hardware are equally seamanlike: a MUIR Atlantic Storm windlass (2021) hauls a 300‑ft chain (2021) through a Mantis swivel, working with a regalvanized Manson primary anchor (2023) and a Fortress spare. Boarding is via a stainless‑steel ladder, with stainless pushpit and pulpit and Simpson davits supporting the tender. The cockpit enjoys a folding teak table, deep lockers and a hot/cold shower. Winch inventory is extensive and well‑placed: two Lewmar 54 Electric ST in the cockpit, one Lewmar 44 Electric ST on the starboard coachroof, one Lewmar 44 ST on the port coachroof, two Lewmar 16 ST in the cockpit, one Lewmar 8 at the mast and two Lewmar 30 ST at the mast.

Safety equipment is thoughtfully specified: an Ocean Safety four‑person life raft (serviced Nov 2022), lifebuoy, Danbuoy and recovery hoist, plus two inflatable and two foam life jackets. An EPIRB CR RLB‑41 (2022), a 2022 flare kit and three fire extinguishers (serviced 2022) are onboard, alongside automatic engine fire suppression, jackstays, both manual and electric bilge pumps with the Rule 3700 unit replaced in 2024, a stern‑line webbing reel, a comprehensive medical kit and two ditch bags.

The interior is arranged for liveaboard comfort and passagemaking practicality. Two queen staterooms each enjoy ensuite Vacuflush heads with separate shower stalls. The saloon offers full‑length settees to port and starboard, one converting to a double berth, around a centreline drop‑leaf teak table with folding wings and a built‑in hutch. Headroom in the saloon is 2.21m (7’3”). Upholstery is Ultra leather with fleece covers over teak and mahogany flooring and custom carpets, with curtains and blinds throughout. The navigation station to starboard features an inlaid Island Packet chart table and a swivel armchair, while storage is generous with hanging lockers and a dedicated wet locker. Ventilation and charging are excellent with Camframo and Hella fans throughout and multiple 12V USB charging stations in the cabins and saloon.

The galley is equally well considered, with Corian counters, top‑loading fridge and freezer, a Force 10 stove/oven, microwave, and a double sink with pull‑out tap, plus an additional drawer fridge, extensive cabinetry, a spice rack and crockery cupboards. Entertainment and convenience include a flat‑screen TV (2022), Fusion stereo (2022), a 7 kg washing machine (2022) and a Starlink installation (2023). Domestic water is supplied by a pressurised hot and cold system.

Canvas and soft goods include a Strataglass sprayhood (2022), a Sunbrella bimini (2022) and matching cockpit enclosure panels (2023), complemented by hatch covers, cockpit cushions with fleece covers and G&T aft‑deck cushions and backrests. The tender setup is protected with new dinghy chaps (2024) and an outboard cover (2024).

The tender package features an AB 9AL aluminium RIB (2017) driven by a Suzuki 15 hp two‑stroke outboard (2022), complete with dinghy wheels and a Sunbrella cover.

Thoughtful cruising extras abound: a Magnum gas BBQ, a hammock and hammock chair, drink tables in the cockpit and on the aft deck, two kayaks on stainless racks, on‑deck holders for diesel, petrol and water jerry cans, and an extensive inventory of spares and tools. A Sailrite machine and dive gear are available by separate negotiation. Fending is comprehensive with eight fenders with covers, one large ball fender and a fender step.

Recent care and protection add confidence. In 2025 the hull was polished, brightwork re‑varnished, a Gelshield barrier coat applied and Micron EU antifoul laid on, with an ultrasonic antifouling system augmenting the defense. Propspeed was applied to the MaxProp in 2025.

Title and tax paperwork on file includes the Builder’s Certificate, Canadian registration certificate and Bill of Sale. EU VAT was originally paid in the UK but is now deemed not paid, as the vessel has been out of the EU for more than three years.

There are no known defects. Launched in 2009 and based in Greece, this Island Packet 465 has been steadily upgraded and refitted to an exceptional standard, with electrical, rigging, mechanical and comfort systems all optimized for serious, independent cruising—a rare opportunity to acquire a yacht so thoroughly prepared and beautifully presented.