LADY LEE - Marlow FOR SALE

“LADY LEE” is a gorgeous late-model Marlow Explorer 58E luxury motor yacht, presented in impeccable condition and turnkey for adventure. Professionally cared for by a seasoned captain, this bluewater explorer yacht features three generous staterooms plus expansive crew quarters. The 58E’s semi-enclosed flybridge and pilothouse deliver remarkable volume, with 79" of headroom in the main salon and lower accommodation spaces, 74" in the engine room, and an overall air draft to the hardtop of just 18'6". She slips along at 8–10 knots with trawler-yacht efficiency, yet will also settle into a swift 21–22-knot cruise.

Description

“LADY LEE” is a stunning late-model 58E Marlow Explorer presented in phenomenal condition and genuinely ready to cruise. Professionally maintained by an experienced Captain, she pampers guests with three spacious staterooms plus large crew quarters. This 58E Semi-Enclosed delivers remarkable interior volume with 79 inches of headroom in the main salon and lower accommodations, 74 inches in the engine room, and an overall air draft to the top of the hardtop of just 18 feet 6 inches. She is equally happy gliding along at 8–10 knots with trawler-like efficiency or stretching out to a confident 21–22-knot cruise.

Notable upgrades/recent service

Twin C‑18 ACERT Caterpillar 1150 HP engines received their 1,000‑hour service in 2023 at 1399 hours and remain covered by a Caterpillar Platinum Warranty through 12/20/25 or 1500 hours. Both port and starboard engines benefit from new head gaskets, fresh aftercooler cores installed in June 2025, and June 2025 service to engine oil, filters, and impellers. Power reserves are supported by AMG batteries and twin 17.0 kW ONAN generators showing 1080 hours starboard and 1098 hours port. Handling precision is enhanced by a 15 hp Lewmar bow and stern thruster and NAIAD stabilizers with seal service completed in 2025. Cruising self-sufficiency comes via a Bluewater watermaker rated at 950 gpd, while tender operations are effortless on the Freedom Lift, refreshed with new actuators and hydraulic lines in 2025. Her AWLGRIP‑painted hull and superstructure gleam under a SureShade extended hardtop and an upgraded oval exterior stainless hardware package, complemented by an extended upper aft deck, STIDD helm chairs, LED lighting throughout, a Yacht Controller, Caesarstone quartz countertops, and a rebuilt port windlass clutch.

Aft deck/cockpit

Approaching “LADY LEE,” the beautifully polished Flag Blue AwlGrip hull immediately catches the eye, while stainless oval handrails and immaculate brightwork hint at the seamless blend of tradition and modernity throughout. Boarding is easy from the large swim platform or either of the two side boarding gates into a natural teak-decked cockpit. A high-gloss teak table and built-in settee aft create the ideal spot for morning coffee, while the starboard cabinet conceals the third docking station, a sink, and generous storage. Safe, comfortable side decks lead forward to the Portuguese bridge with forward boarding doors, and the foredeck tempts with a built-in settee sized for an indulgent midday nap. Every amenity awaits: teak decks, storage cabinets, an upgraded oval exterior stainless hardware package, a high-gloss teak cap rail, an “Owner Aboard” light, a Raymarine aft-facing security camera, a Fusion sound system, wing doors to port and starboard, a high-gloss teak table, and a robust windlass served by two anchors. For tender handling, a Freedom Lift graces the stern.

Salon

Inside, the perfect union of old-world craftsmanship and modern design unfolds. Satin-finished teak and holly soles set the tone, with Ultraleather settees to port and starboard offering abundant under-seat storage and a prime view of the forward-mounted 50-inch Samsung smart TV. Aft to port, a cabinet for glassware sits above a large wine cooler, while aft to starboard a companion cabinet provides generous storage. Thoughtful appointments include teak blinds, a teak coffee table with storage and magazine racks, a Caesarstone “Dreamy Marfil” aft starboard countertop, a teak overhead grab rail, a handsome teak desk, and a Bose Home Theater sound system. FlyRoller bug screens safeguard the salon door, bookshelves shape a charming mini library, and underwater light switch controls are conveniently within reach.

Wheelhouse/galley

Three steps up from the salon, the forward-facing galley and wheelhouse invite relaxed passagemaking and effortless meal preparation. The galley floor is a showpiece: Caesarstone Statuario Nuvo quartz laid in a diamond pattern with a teak border and stainless trim, echoing the elegant Caesarstone Statuario Nuvo countertops. Culinary hardware includes Subzero refrigerator/freezer drawers, a Dacor induction cooktop and oven, a Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, an Insignia microwave, a GE Insinkerator, and a Franke sink. Teak blinds, overhead screens and shades, OceanAir FlyRoller screens on the wheelhouse doors, and a Fusion stereo enrich the experience, while a thoughtful trash bin and recycling drawer and a dedicated storage locker keep everything tidy. Forward, the helm provides full-function control and weather protection, and to port an expansive L‑shaped dining area with Ultraleather seating and a satin-finished teak table makes every journey feel like home.

Master cabin

The full-beam master stateroom wraps you in comfort. Generous opening portlights flood the space with natural light, while a centerline king berth with large drawer storage below anchors the room. Port and starboard mirrored cabinetry flank cedar-lined hanging lockers and deep banks of drawers. Aft, his-and-hers heads feel bright and airy thanks to portlights flanking each, and the large shower features a Grohe rain shower and frosted glass for privacy. Appointments include teak and holly floors, a Grohe shower head and chrome faucet, two Dometic heads, a Samsung 32‑inch LED TV, and a Fusion stereo.

Vip cabin

The VIP welcomes guests with space and warmth. A large centerline elevated berth offers drawer storage below, while storage cabinets sit outboard forward of cedar-lined hanging lockers to port and starboard. The room enjoys direct access to the VIP head, which also serves as a day head via a companionway door. Finishes and equipment include teak and holly floors, cedar-lined hanging lockers, a Grohe head shower and chrome faucet, a Dometic head, a Samsung 28‑inch TV, a Caesarstone Nougat head countertop, a Fusion stereo, two OceanAir overhead screens/shades, upgraded teak planking on the hull sides, and upgraded LED lighting fixtures with dimmer switches.

Guest cabin

This inviting guest stateroom offers side-by-side berths, a cedar-lined hanging locker, a wash sink with teak counters and drawer storage, and large portholes that wash the room in daylight. A wide desk area doubles as a vanity, and thoughtful upgrades include extra-large stainless steel opening portlights, a wash sink with a glass medicine cabinet, an overhead shelf above the twin berths for added storage, teak and holly floors, a Samsung 28‑inch TV, a Fusion stereo, upgraded teak planking on the hull sides, and two reading lights above the berths.

Companionway

Cleverly arranged for long passages, the companionway houses a front-loaded GE washer and dryer, a U‑Line freezer, and a storage cabinet with shelves. Additional built-in storage hides beneath the stairs, while a pump room with teak grating sits below the companionway deck, offering easy access to pumps, thrusters, and other key components.

Semi enclosed flybridge

“LADY LEE” features a semi-enclosed bridge where the windshield framing is integrated into the hardtop and house, creating a fixed, protective windscreen with windshield wipers and defrost. Open sides and aft deliver fresh air and a cooling breeze. In the aft starboard corner, a generous settee with a high-gloss teak table invites relaxed entertaining, and the helm is fully equipped with an array of electronics that make her a pleasure to operate. Amenities include a U‑Line combo refrigerator/freezer, a Yacht Controller, abundant storage, a Fusion stereo with dedicated locker, a full Raymarine electronics package, a portside settee, FLIR, and a GOST security system.

Boat deck

Aft of the semi-enclosed bridge, an extended boat deck opens wide for lounging or dining, with nonskid decking underfoot. Entertainment is effortless with a Fire Magic gas grill, a sink, and a large storage compartment, while electric SureShade sun protection unfurls at the touch of a button. Practical touches include stairway access to the aft deck and cockpit, a flag pole socket, and critical safety gear stowed within easy reach, including liferaft, Life Sling, and EPIRB provision.

Engine/mechanical

Power is delivered by twin Caterpillar ACERT C18 1150 hp engines with their 1000‑hour service completed in 2023 and Caterpillar warranty coverage through 12/20/2025 or 1500 hours. The machinery spaces offer more than 6 feet of headroom and full walk‑around capability, with a single fuel tank forward of the engines featuring a glass sight tube, a fuel manifold with sight gauge, and a 1500‑gallon tank with sump and cleanout. Redundancy and quiet operation abound: twin 17 kW Onan generators in custom sound shields (1080 hours starboard and 1098 hours portside), a 950 gpd Bluewater watermaker, an Orion 24V power converter, a Newmar Phase 3 stage smart charger (24V 60AMP), Lewmar 15 hp bow and stern thruster, soft motor mounts, two cross‑connected sea chest water intakes with cleanouts, three Victron Energy battery isolators, polished stainless-steel engine beds with carbon fiber stringers, dual Racor fuel filters for engines and generators, and a Fireboy fire suppressant system. Additional highlights include sound and heat insulation, gelcoat bilges, a U‑Lube oil change system, LED engine room lighting, underwater exhaust, AGM batteries, air conditioning to the engine room and Beach Club (16,000 BTU), Naiad Stabilizers (Model 252), twin A/C pumps, twin fresh water pumps, a Torrid water heater, and ElectroSea Clearline.

Electronics

Command and control are comprehensive and modern: two Raymarine Axiom XL 22 21.5‑inch MFDs on the flybridge and one in the wheelhouse, a Raymarine 12 kW Magnum 6‑foot open radar, and a Raymarine EV‑400 autopilot with p70R. Weather and situational awareness are enhanced by Raymarine SR200 Satellite Weather with SiriusXM and InfoLINK, a Raymarine i70s on the flybridge, a Raymarine ClearPulse Sonar Module, and a Raymarine HS5 network hub. Communications and tracking include a Raymarine Ray90 VHF and AIS700. Visibility and security are elevated with Raymarine day/night dome cameras on the aft deck and in the engine room and a FLIR thermal camera with pan and tilt. Entertainment and connectivity arrive via KVH TracVision 4K SAT TV, KVH TracPhone V‑SAT, a DirecTV HD receiver, AIGEAN AN‑7000 Dual Band High Power WiFi, a GOST security and monitoring system, a Yacht Controller, a Quick chain counter, and a Starlink Satellite System (2023).

Beach club/extended cockpit

The beach club is accessed via an extra-large hydraulic transom door from the swim platform and also from a cockpit hatch. Inside, two comfortable lounging berths join a head with shower, hanging lockers and drawers, and ample storage to create a private waterside retreat. The space is thoughtfully equipped with a Samsung 24‑inch LED TV, a refrigerator, teak and holly floors, a wet head, a microwave, a trash compactor, four opening stainless steel windows, air conditioning, and two large crew berths.

Tender

A superb companion to the mothership, the tender is a Zar 12‑foot with a 60 HP Suzuki outboard and a Sunbrella cover, ready for shore missions or sunset harbor tours.

Safety gear

Safety provisions are comprehensive and thoughtfully placed, including a liferaft, a LifeSling, a full complement of personal flotation devices, and an EPIRB, ensuring peace of mind on every passage.

Exclusions

Excluded from the sale are the owner’s personal belongings, area rugs, salon ottomans, and miscellaneous tools.

Disclaimer

The details of this vessel are offered in good faith but without guarantee or warranty as to accuracy or condition. Buyers are encouraged to have their agents or surveyors verify all details to their satisfaction. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Additional units included

Included in the offering is a 2020 ZAR ZF‑2, extending the yacht’s capability for exploring and ship-to-shore versatility.

Propulsion

Propulsion is by twin Caterpillar C‑18 diesels, model year 2021, each delivering 1150 hp to inboard direct‑drive shafts. Both engines show 1399 hours and run on diesel fuel, pairing robust power with proven reliability.

Specifications

With an overall length of 70.5 ft, a beam of 18.5 ft, and a maximum draft of 4.83 ft, “LADY LEE” strikes an ideal balance of volume and access. Her length at waterline is 59.83 ft, and dry weight is 69,000 lb. The hull is fiberglass. Tankage is generous: fresh water 1 × 300 gal, fuel 1 × 1500 gal, and holding 1 × 125 gal. Accommodations are designed for extended cruising with 4 guest cabins and 4 guest heads.