WATER BORN - Hatteras FOR SALE

WATER BORN, a 75' pilothouse motor yacht, received a thorough refresh in 2023: full topside paint, complete bottom service, updated interior soft goods, and vibrant underwater lighting, along with numerous thoughtful upgrades. A substantial 2020 refit added a clear Eisenglass flybridge enclosure, modernized electronics, upgraded A/V systems, fresh non-skid decks, and comprehensive service of the main engines and running gear.

In May 2022, onboard comfort and reliability were further elevated with a new Flow Marine chiller, new salon air handlers, A/C seawater pumps, a new cooling pump for the ZF transmissions, and all-new fuel and oil filters for both mains and generators.

This distinctive 75-footer stands out with a reimagined layout: the pilothouse bulkhead was moved aft to create an expansive helm area featuring an inviting L-shaped settee and a mahogany burl table. She offers four staterooms and highly desirable cherry wood joinery throughout. Cabinet doors are raised-panel, complemented by elegant Valli & Valli hardware—finishing touches that underscore a refined luxury motor yacht ideal for bluewater cruising, offshore passages, and long-range adventures.

Vessel walkthrough

WATER BORN presents as a thoughtfully modernized seventy-five-footer, distinguished by a comprehensive 2023 exterior paint and full bottom job, complemented by new interior soft goods, fresh underwater lights, a renewed A/C chiller, an upgraded Garmin chartplotter, and a new LG washer/dryer set. Building on a major 2020 refit that introduced an EZ2CY Eisenglass enclosure, upgraded electronics, refined A/V equipment, grippy non-skid decks, and a complete service of the main engines and running gear, she has continued to benefit from diligent care. In May 2022, a new Flow Marine chiller was installed along with new salon air handlers, A/C water pumps, a new cooling pump for the ZF transmissions, and all-new fuel and oil filters for both mains and generators. Uniquely, the pilothouse bulkhead has been moved aft to create an oversized pilothouse, comfortably accommodating an L-shaped settee and a mahogany burl table, while the interior showcases a four-stateroom layout rendered in highly desirable cherry joinery with raised-panel cabinet doors and elegant Valli & Valli hardware throughout.

Updates: 2020-2025

From 2019 through 2025, WATER BORN has enjoyed a steady cadence of meaningful upgrades, including a complete exterior paint job and a crisp new boot stripe (8/23), fresh bottom paint with reconditioned props (8/23), and two new underwater lights (8/23). Technology has been refreshed with a new Garmin 7612 chartplotter ('25), updated Garmin electronics (10/19), and a new audio/video system throughout (10/19). Comfort and convenience are enhanced by a new LG washer/dryer ('23), a new A/C chiller in the pilothouse ('24), new fabrics and soft goods ('23), and a Flow Marine A/C chiller ('22) supported by two new Flow Marine air handlers in the salon ('22), new A/C water pumps ('22), and a new cooler for the ZF transmissions ('22). Reliability and serviceability are bolstered by new Racor fuel filters for main engines and generators ('22), new batteries and a new battery charger ('22), while the living spaces benefit from a new Amtico wood floor through the entire salon and galley area (10/19) and a striking new chrome/stainless steel stairwell down to the master (10/19).

Main salon

The main salon welcomes with a custom interior completed in '20, grounded by the warmth of cherry wood throughout and enriched by the rich grain of new Amtico wood flooring ('19). An L-shaped sleeper sofa with storage below (10/19) faces a custom hi/lo cabinet that houses a Samsung 42" TV with DirecTV, while a custom bar with dedicated bottle storage and a U-Line icemaker anchors the social heart of the space. Dining unfolds at a glass table with a stainless base and bench seating, all illuminated by new LED lighting and softened by custom window treatments with Roman valances and silhouette shades. Floor-to-ceiling stainless steel and glass sliding doors flood the room with light and open to the aft deck, completing a salon conceived for effortless entertaining and refined daily living.

Galley equipment

The galley is thoroughly equipped for gourmet cruising, featuring a new LG five-burner stovetop ('23) alongside a Whirlpool refrigerator/freezer (10/19), a Whirlpool dishwasher (10/19), and a Whirlpool four-burner electric stovetop for versatile meal preparation. A KitchenAid microwave/convection oven pairs with a double stainless steel sink fitted with Grohe hardware, Insta-Hot, and a garbage disposal for professional efficiency. Guests gather at the U-shaped dinette with a quartz table, storage drawers below, and tasteful rope lighting, while climate is managed by Cruisair SMX digital A/C controls. Custom chrome cabinet hardware, three additional recessed counter lights above the bar, new LED lighting, and Amtico wood flooring (10/19) complete this polished culinary workspace.

Master stateroom

Privately accessed aft through custom double doors, the master stateroom is a serene retreat centered on a king-sized berth with storage drawers below and a custom spread and shams. New fabrics and soft goods (8/23) elevate the ambiance, while entertainment comes via a Samsung 50" TV, SAT receiver, and Sonos stereo. Finishes include a custom African mahogany headboard, custom recessed paneled bookshelves, a mirrored forward bulkhead, built-in dresser drawers, and a built-in vanity with a lighted makeup mirror, all framed by custom Roman shades and blackout blinds. Storage is exceptional with two walk-in cedar-lined closets featuring a safe in the locker and custom shoe storage. The indulgent his-and-hers marble bath showcases a Cappuccino Onyx shower, a Jacuzzi tub, a vanity top, a bidet, custom wallcoverings, an overhead mirror, custom lighting, and refined Dornbracht fixtures, with separate shower and tub governed by precise Dornbracht temperature controls.

Queen guest stateroom, amidship

Amidships, the queen guest stateroom offers a queen berth with storage below and custom spread and shams, refreshed by new fabrics and soft goods and anchored by a new custom upholstered headboard. Guests enjoy a Samsung 32" TV with SAT receiver and stereo, custom window treatments with pleated blackout shades, and the convenience of two cedar-lined hanging lockers. A private bath presents a Honey Onyx marble Jacuzzi tub, shower, and vanity, while an optional entrance to the engine room underscores this yacht’s practical versatility.

VIP queen stateroom, forward

Forward, the VIP stateroom features a centerline queen bed with storage below, dressed in new fabrics and soft goods ('23) and set against an upholstered headboard and a mirrored forward bulkhead. Storage is abundant within custom cherry wood lockers and cabinets, complemented by custom suede wallcoverings. Entertainment is provided by a Samsung 42" TV and stereo, while direct access to the day head—finished with Onyx countertops and flooring, custom wallcoverings, and custom fixtures—adds welcome convenience.

Twin guest stateroom, port

To port, the twin guest stateroom provides upper and lower berths, refreshed with new fabrics and soft goods ('23), and entertainment via a Sony 20" TV with DVD, stereo, and CD player. Its private bath includes a shower, a Cappuccino Onyx countertop, and a classic teak-and-holly sole. In the companionway, a new LG stacked full-sized washer and dryer (8/23) and additional storage lockers enhance onboard practicality.

Pilothouse equipment

The custom oversized pilothouse—achieved by moving the bulkhead aft—creates a commanding helm with a bench seat upholstered in durable fabric and storage below, a raised L-shaped settee with drawers beneath, and a custom African burl mahogany table. The console, finished in African burl mahogany with a leather bolster, presents controls with tactile clarity, while a new A/C chiller ('24) and Amtico flooring ensure comfort and durability. Custom select paneling and refined Valli & Valli hardware elevate the finish, complemented by windshield wipers with washer and port and starboard entry doors for safe, seamless deck access.

Pilothouse electronincs

Commanding navigation capability resides at the helm with Satellite KHV-HD7 (10/19), a new Garmin HD Radar open array HD scanner ('19), a new Garmin 741 touchscreen multi-function GPS monitor ('19), and a new Garmin 8215 multi-function GPS ('19), all complemented by a Sonas system ('19). Precision control includes a Simrad AP20 autopilot with remote, a Garmin GMI 10 wind indicator, two Caterpillar engine displays, an American bow thruster joystick control, and Naiad Multi-Sea 2000 stabilizers with a Datum digital display. Docking and monitoring are further supported by a Yacht Controller system, an Icom M60 VHF with hailer, a Ritchie magnetic compass, CCTV with three cameras covering the engine room and aft deck, Caterpillar electronic engine controls, a Hatteras systems control monitor, fuel tank gauges, a Sturdy single-lever electronic throttle, two ACR searchlight controls, and remote hands-free yacht controllers.

Flybridge electronics

On the flybridge, a new Garmin GPSMAP 7612 chartplotter ('25) joins a Furuno VHF 210, a Garmin 7212 multi-function GPS monitor, and Garmin GMI 10 for speed, depth, and wind, complemented by a Simrad AP20 autopilot and Simrad IS15 wind, depth, and speed. Entertainment and situational awareness are enhanced by KVH TracVision Sat TV and a new Samsung 55" TV with remote interfaced with Garmin, while two ACR RCL 100 spotlight remotes, an American bow thruster joystick, Naiad Multi Sea 2000 stabilizers with a Datum digital display, Caterpillar electronic engine controls, a Hatteras systems control monitor, sturdy electronic throttles, and a CCTV display for three cameras (engine room and aft deck) complete this upper-helm suite.

Flybridge equipment

The flybridge invites open-air living under a custom hardtop with an EZ2CY Eisenglass full enclosure ('20) and two Stidd helm chairs facing the controls. Entertaining is effortless with a key bar featuring a refrigerator, four bar stools, and a new U-Line icemaker, plus a top-loading freezer and a Keyton electric grill. Storage and relaxation abound with a deck box and L-shaped seating to port and starboard with custom cushions, while a Marquipt 1000 lb davit and a Revere Offshore Commander eight-man life raft with hydrostatic release speak to capability and safety. The air-conditioned bridge also boasts two triangular cocktail tables and new nylon mesh around the stainless station for a refined, secure finish.

Aft deck & cockpit

Aft, the deck and cockpit are tailored for alfresco living, with CCTV cameras and outdoor stereo speakers setting the tone. A built-in bench with cushions faces a custom oval teak table on two stainless steel pedestal bases, flanked by four teak multi-position chairs with cushions and two teak side tables atop handsome teak decks. Practical touches include freshwater washdown, two new underwater lights, two new quartz lights, additional overhead lighting, stainless steel stanchions, and integrated storage in the forward bulkhead. An illuminated teak staircase descends to the cockpit, where eight rod holders, a custom extended swim platform, custom stainless steel safety rails, and access to the lazzarette underscore a purposeful, yachting-ready design.

Deck equipment

On deck, a Maxwell 3500 lb anchor windlass with capstan, a wildcat, and two switches anchors operations, complemented by a non-skid deck and a fiberglass bow pulpit with anchor roller. The stainless steel bow rail and stanchions frame the foredeck, where two fiberglass dunnage boxes with cushions port and starboard and a forward seat with cushion provide secure seating. A breakaway handrail with a safety chain, bow pulpit and spray rails, a Marquipt eight-step Tide Ride ladder, bow cleats and chocks, freshwater washdown, and dockside water connections complete a deck designed for both elegance and seamanship.

Electrical equipment

Electrical systems are comprehensive, with twin Onan 21.5KW generators (Aft: 7672 Hrs / Fwd: 9755 Hrs), two 12v batteries, and two Glendenning Cablemasters feeding a 240v shorepower cord and a 100 amp shorepower cord through a 100 amp Charles ISO boost transformer. Filtration and conversion are handled by Racor fuel filters for the generators and a Newmar 32-13-50 DC converter, while a 12v DC panel serves bridge electronics, supported by a battery bank voltmeter, 110/220v main AC panels, a battery parallel switch, and a new battery charger. New LED lights ('23) round out an electrical suite designed for reliability and efficiency.

Engine & mechanical equipment

Mechanical pedigree is robust, driven by twin 3412E Caterpillar engines (Port: 4443 Hrs / Stbd: 4446 Hrs) and supported by a cooler for the ZF transmissions ('22), a Flow Marine A/C chiller with two new A/C handlers in the salon ('22), and an A/C raw water pump ('21). Extended autonomy and ride quality come via an FCI 1500GPD watermaker and Naiad Multi Sea 2000 stabilizers with digital display (updated software '19), while underwater running gear has been optimized with reconditioned props ('23), new cutlass bearings, and new rudder seals ('23). Hotel services include a hot water heater and a Cruisair air conditioning system with reverse cycle across seven zones, backed by two 100v AC raw water circulation pumps and an American hydraulic bow thruster. Fuel and fluid management is assured by two Racor fuel filters for mains and gens ('22), two Leeson fuel/lift pumps, a Well X‑Trol freshwater accumulator tank with a spare freshwater pump, and four vapor-proof battery cut-off switches. Safety and service are prioritized with a discharge delay cylinder mounted on the halon cylinder, a CO2 fire suppression system, three fire alarm sensors and dripless shaft packings, a dockside water pressure regulator with pressure gauge, an engine room ventilator, a ChargeAir 1.5 HP air compressor, and a 230v Headhunter freshwater pressure pump. Additional systems include two Sentry dry chemical fire extinguishers, electric/automatic bilge pumps, high water alarm switches, a freshwater filter assembly with an additional standby freshwater pump installed, two oversized circulating fans, two stabilizer actuators, and a compressed air outlet with valve and pressure gauge. Control and service access are comprehensive with a steering cooling pump, engine ignition and stop switches, a holding tank macerator discharge pump with vacuum switch, an engine cooling overflow reservoir and valve assembly with oil cooler, a power steering pump off the port engine with the stabilizer pump off the starboard engine, an oil change pump to manifold, and two closed circuit TV cameras.