Grady-White Boats - Islander - For Sale

The IslanderfromGrady-White Boatsis a 26 ft (8.2 m)motor yachtin awalkaround format, built on a robustfiberglass and plastic construction. Thoughtfully designed by C. Raymond Hunt Associates with interior by the builder, it balances fishing capability, family cruising comfort, and confident performance.

Selecting a Islander

If you’re seeking a versatile platform for day trips, coastal cruising, and overnighting, the Islanderis an excellent fit. With sleeping for four and a dedicated head, it supports weekend escapes while twin Yamaha outboards deliver the responsive handling many owners prefer.

Anglers appreciate the walkaround deck accessfor safe movement around the boat, while families value the efficient layout, dependable systems, and the solid ride associated with designer C. Raymond Hunt Associates. As a compactmotor yacht, it also simplifies ownership with approachable dimensions and service-friendly outboard power.

Features of the Model

• Proven hull by C. Raymond Hunt Associates with a stable monohull form
• Twin Yamaha outboard, gas-powered installation for strong cruise and top-end performance
• Thoughtful interior by Grady-White Boatswith sleeping for four and one head
• Durable fiberglass and plastic constructionand fiberglass deck for long service life
• Practical walkaround layoutfor 360-degree fishability and safe bow access

Technical Specifications

• Builder: Grady-White Boats
• Model: Islander
• Type: motor yacht
• Subtype: walkaround
• Hull material: fiberglass and plastic
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• Hull configuration: Monohull
• Hull designer: C. Raymond Hunt Associates
• Interior designer: Grady-White Boats
• LOA: 26 ft (8.2 m)
• Beam: 8 ft (2.59 m)
• Draft (min/max): 4.921/6.562 ft (1.5/2 m)
• Displacement/Gross tonnage: 3 GT
• Engines: 2 x Yamaha, Outboard, Gas
• Cruising speed: 25 kn (28.77 mph)
• Maximum speed: 40 kn (46.03 mph)
• Fuel capacity: 134 gal
• Fresh water capacity: 32 gal
• Accommodation: sleeps 4, 1 head

Pricing and Ordering

Availability and pricing for the Islandervary by inventory and specification. For current listings, guidance on options, and to schedule a viewing or sea trial, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will assist with valuations, survey coordination, financing guidance, and worldwide delivery.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of boat is the Islander? A: It’s amotor yachtin awalkaround configurationbyGrady-White Boats.

Q: What are the performance figures? A: The Islandercruises at25 knots (28.77 mph)and reaches a40-knot (46.03 mph)top speed, powered bytwin Yamaha outboardsrunning ongas.

Q: How many people can sleep onboard? A: The interior by Grady-White Boatsaccommodates4 berthswith1 head, ideal for weekend trips.

Q: What is the hull and deck construction? A: The boat features a fiberglass and plastic hullwith afiberglass deckand amonohullconfiguration designed byC. Raymond Hunt Associates.

Q: How can I buy or list an Islander? A: Reach out to Andrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesforcurrent availability,pricing guidance, andlisting supportfor theIslander.

Owner Experience Review

Owners choose the IslanderfromGrady-White Boatsfor family cruising and inshore/nearshore fishing. The walkaround cuddy provides a usable cabin and small galley for weekend overnights, and the cockpit balances family space with fishability. Several owners describe the family/fish combo as “perfect” for their needs, and the starboard helm-seat fish box is praised as huge and able to hold ice well. Many also trailer the boat for coastal cruising and tackle occasional longer runs.

On-water behavior depends strongly on hull generation and power. Reports on the 268 hull note a wet, harsh ride in short chop (one owner says anything above 1.5 ft gets everyone wet), yet the boat can be very fast with the right engines—an owner cited 52 knots with 200 HPDIs. Owners and experts point to the later 270 hull as an improvement, with a fuller planing surface and better handling.

Maintenance narratives are candid: some owners found stringer rot near the fuel tank/top-plate area and mention instances of hull-to-cap separation if joints or sealant fail, both of which can admit water if ignored. Plumbing and drains on older examples may need attention or retrofits, and many boats have been or will be repowered, since speed, range, and fuel burn hinge on propulsion choices.

Pros and Cons

• Versatile walkaround cuddy layout suits family cruising and inshore/nearshore fishing.
• With appropriate power the boat can be very fast; owners report up to 52 knots with 200 HPDIs.
• Large starboard fish box is genuinely roomy and holds ice well.
• The 268 hull can be wet and rough in short chop, with reports of everyone getting wet above 1.5 ft.
• Older boats may lack functional livewell/fishbox plumbing and often require added pumps and seacocks.
• Structural issues have been reported, including stringer rot near the fuel tank/top-plate and occasional hull-to-cap separation.

Comparison with Other Models