Vita Brevis - Hatteras FOR SALE

VITA BREVIS presents a coveted cherry-wood interior, now elevated with flowing curved cherry trim through the salon, galley, and pilothouse. Cabinet doors are crafted in raised-panel cherry, showcasing superb joinery and a rich, lustrous finish befitting a luxury motor yacht and raised-pilothouse cruising yacht.

The galley balances indulgence and practicality with granite countertops and a main counter extended 16" aft, integrating a custom illuminated china cabinet with beveled glass on the salon side. A matching granite dinette table completes the look, while the pilothouse and galley floors are finished in elegant, durable Amtico—ideal for a flybridge motor yacht designed for refined cruising.

On the flybridge, a newly added granite island expands prep and entertaining space, featuring integrated storage, a hardtop, and a pop-up TV. Starlink high-speed Wi‑Fi delivers seamless connectivity whether underway or on the hook, enhancing the onboard experience of this bluewater cruiser.

The salon has been thoughtfully reimagined with a refreshed layout and a queen-size pullout sleeper sofa on a stainless frame for comfortable guest stays. The former ceiling-mounted 43" plasma has been replaced by a retractable, furniture‑integrated TV cabinet that vanishes when not in use, maintaining a clean, elegant aesthetic.

Air conditioning is discreetly routed through custom cherry bannisters instead of conventional grilles, preserving sleek sightlines and whisper‑quiet operation. Lighting has been substantially upgraded with seven additional fixtures over the dining table and three over the cocktail table, complementing the extensive overhead lighting plan throughout the yacht.

Factory-upgraded carpeting, wall coverings, countertops, and flooring remain in exceptional condition, and numerous custom storage lockers were commissioned at build. The dining and coffee tables by AJ Originals now harmonize beautifully with the refreshed cherry trim and cabinetry—an impeccable finish for a premium luxury cruiser and liveaboard-ready motor yacht.

Salon

Bathed in warm cherry wood from bulkhead to molding, the salon exudes bespoke sophistication, grounded by custom carpeting and anchored by an L‑shaped sleeper sofa that opens to a queen mattress with discreet storage beneath. An A.J. Original custom coffee table complements the arrangement, while a custom entertainment center presents a 42" plasma TV for effortless evenings onboard. Dining is elevated at the AJ Original round table, paired with four upholstered dining chairs, and the custom lighted china cabinet—complete with tailored racks for china and stemware—keeps service refined and at the ready. Custom window treatments with Roman shades frame the views and modulate light with quiet luxury.

Galley

Purpose‑built for serious culinary work and graceful gatherings, the galley features a Whirlpool side‑by‑side refrigerator/freezer adorned with Burle wood panels, a Whirlpool four‑burner electric stovetop, and a Whirlpool Gold self‑cleaning under‑counter oven. Daily prep flows through a KitchenAid Quiet Wash Plus dishwasher and a Sharp Carousel microwave/convection oven, with a Scotsman icemaker ensuring every glass is perfectly chilled. The Franke double stainless‑steel sink with garbage disposal meets professional expectations, while the dinette—leather seating with drawer storage, a granite table, and subtle rope lighting—invites relaxed conversation. Custom granite countertops and tailored window treatments with pleated drop shades elevate the aesthetic, Cruisair SMX digital A/C controls fine‑tune comfort, three recessed counter lights illuminate the bar, and durable Amtico flooring ties it all together.

Master stateroom

Privately accessed aft, the master stateroom is a serene retreat with a desirable his‑and‑her bath arrangement. The king‑size berth features an upgraded HMC mattress with hinged storage below, while a custom upholstered headboard with coordinated spread and shams underscores tailored comfort. Custom window treatments with pleated shades temper the light, and a walk‑in cedar‑lined closet—complete with a safe in the locker and custom shoe rack storage—keeps personal items impeccably organized. Entertainment is effortless with an upgraded 27" TV with CD/DVD combo, and a leather bench seat provides a refined perch. The his‑and‑her bath showcases an enlarged marble shower with a built‑in seat, marble vanity tops, custom wallcoverings, overhead mirrors, and bespoke lighting for a spa‑like finish.

VIP stateroom

Positioned amidships for optimal comfort at sea, the VIP stateroom features a queen berth with hinged storage below, a custom upholstered headboard with coordinated spread and shams, and custom window treatments with pleated shades. A cedar‑lined hanging locker preserves garments, while a 13" plasma TV and a private bath—with marble tub, shower, and vanity—create a suite‑like experience. An optional entrance to the engine room adds pragmatic flexibility for extended cruising.

VIP stateroom 2

Set forward in the bow, the second VIP stateroom offers a centerline queen berth with hinged storage below, an upholstered headboard with custom spread and shams, and integrated TV and stereo. A mirrored forward bulkhead amplifies space and light, an overhead escape hatch provides safety and natural airflow, and direct access to the day head ensures guests enjoy complete autonomy.

Guest stateroom 1

Forward to port, the guest stateroom is cleverly appointed with twin upper and lower berths, a TV and stereo for private entertainment, and a dedicated bath with shower—delivering comfort and privacy in a compact, impeccably finished footprint.

Laundry area

Thoughtfully situated in the companionway, the Whirlpool Thin Twin laundry center keeps wardrobes fresh without intruding on living space, complemented by a convenient storage locker for supplies and linens.

Pilothouse

The pilothouse blends tactile luxury with command precision, featuring a custom Burle wood finish and a leather console with supportive bolsters. An integrated cabinet to port houses a fax, printer, and file drawer, while the leather bench helm seat conceals additional storage. Amtico flooring stands up beautifully to service, and essential functions include a Panasonic phone system, a Tellular Trimode cell phone, and full windshield wipers with washer—everything a captain needs within effortless reach.

Electronics & navigation

A comprehensive suite of electronics underpins confident passagemaking: dual radars with a Furuno 2115 6.5 radar with ARPA and a Furuno 1943 color radar, a Robertson AP20 autopilot with remote, and a Northstar 962 GPS work in concert with a Furuno NavNet display integrating radar, sounder, and GPS plotter. Depth and environment are tracked via a Furuno RD30 sounder with water temperature, while an ACR RCL 100 searchlight with remote and a Big Bay 17.5" flatscreen monitor enhance visibility and situational awareness. Handling is assured with an American bow thruster, Naiad Multi Sea 2000 stabilizers, Caterpillar electronic engine controls, a Hatteras systems control monitor, fuel tank gauges, and Sturdy single‑lever electronic throttles. Communications and shipboard coordination are streamlined by a Panasonic phone system, three cordless phones, four speakerphones, and a Tellular Trimode cell phone.

Flybridge electronics

On the flybridge, command is mirrored with a Furuno GP1900 10" remote radar plotter, a Robertson AP22 autopilot second‑station remote, Northstar 962 GPS, Icom M127 VHF, Furuno NavNet, and a Furuno RD30 depth sounder display. Entertainment and connectivity extend topside via KVH TracVision Sat TV and four Sony Sat TV receivers, while an ACR RCL 100 searchlight remote, American bow thruster control, Naiad Multi‑Sea 2000 stabilizer controls, Caterpillar electronic engine controls, a Hatteras systems control monitor, and Sturdy single‑lever electronic throttles reinforce fingertip authority. A closed‑circuit display monitors three cameras on a 10" screen with Furuno units covering the engine room and aft deck. The space itself is perfected with a custom Pipewelders full‑length hardtop with integrated lighting, a key bar with four bar stools, refrigerator and storage, generous L‑shaped seating to port and starboard with custom cushions and two triangular cocktail tables, a deep freezer and JennAire grill, and a console extended to starboard. Two Stidd helm chairs with cup holders and covers and a captain’s helm chair with joystick coupled to the autopilot complete this elevated command lounge.

Flybridge

Protection and readiness define the flybridge with an FB instrument cover and FB lounge cover, a custom radar mast, and a Marquipt 1500 lb davit poised to launch and retrieve the Novurania MX400 tender powered by a Yamaha 50 HP outboard. Storage access doors built into the aft seats keep cruising gear discreetly stowed, preserving the flybridge’s clean, purposeful lines.

Aft deck

The aft deck invites open‑air living with a Triconfort round pedestal teak table with extension leaf, two teak multi‑position armchairs with cushions in Sunbrella fabric, and four teak folding side chairs similarly upholstered. An aft deck bar with sink, icemaker, and refrigerator keeps refreshments flowing, while an aft deck carpet softens every step. Practicality remains paramount with freshwater washdown, a closed‑circuit TV camera, stereo speakers, and an illuminated staircase leading down to the cockpit. Stainless‑steel handrails promise confidence underway, and convenient access to the lazarette streamlines service and storage.

Deck equipment

Every passage begins on solid footing with a non‑skid deck, a fiberglass bow pulpit with anchor roller, and robust stainless‑steel bow rail and stanchions. Ground tackle is masterfully handled by a Maxwell 3500 lb anchor windlass with capstan, wildcat, and two switches, feeding through an anchor rode hawse pipe. Custom dunnage boxes and a cushioned forward seat increase utility and comfort, while a breakaway handrail with safety chain, an ACR 100 dual‑beam automatic searchlight, and a resonant Buell horn enhance safety and signaling. Bow cleats and chocks, freshwater washdown, dockside water connections, and convenient TV/phone connectors round out deck readiness. Shore‑power and transformation are equally capable, with upgraded Onan 27.5 twin generators, two Glendinning Cablemaster 250 V shore‑power cords, and two Charles Industries transformers.

Electrical system

Engineered for reliability, the system incorporates Racor fuel filters for the generators and a fiberglass muffler dedicated to each gen, backed by two 12 V batteries and a Newmar 321250DC converter. A 12 V DC panel feeds bridge electronics, a battery bank voltmeter simplifies monitoring, and main 110/220 V AC panels and a 24 V electronics panel distribute power with clarity. A battery parallel switch, Newmer battery charger, and an HMI generator exhaust water separator enhance resilience, while an electric blower and a Kidde chemical fire extinguisher add vital safety layers.

Mechanical equipment and engine room

Mechanical systems are specified for blue‑water poise: seven Cruisair air‑conditioning units with reverse cycle are supported by two 110 V A/C raw‑water circulation pumps, while a Watermakers, Inc 1200 GPD watermaker sustains extended autonomy. Naiad Multi‑Sea 2000 stabilizers with reservoir and temperature gauge and an American hydraulic bow thruster anchor comfort underway. Each engine benefits from two Racor fuel filters and two Leeson fuel/lift pumps, a Well‑Xtrol fresh‑water accumulator tank, and four vapor‑proof battery cutoff switches. Safety systems include a discharge delay cylinder mounted on the halon cylinder, a freshwater outlet with hose, a CO2 fire suppression system, two fire alarm sensors, dripless shaft packings, a dockside water pressure regulator with pressure gauge, and an engine room ventilator. Utility is furthered by a ChargeAir 1.5 HP air compressor, a 230 V Headhunter fresh‑water pressure pump, two Sentry dry chemical fire extinguishers, electric/automatic bilge pumps, high‑water alarm switches, a freshwater filter assembly, two circulating fans, a hot‑water heater, and two stabilizer actuators. A compressed‑air outlet with valve and pressure gauge, a steering cooling pump, engine ignition and stop switches, a holding‑tank macerator discharge pump with vacuum switch, and an engine cooling overflow reservoir and valve assembly with oil cooler attest to thoughtful detailing. Power steering runs off the port engine, the stabilizer pump off the starboard (stbd) engine, and serviceability is enhanced by an oil‑change pump to manifold, a dockside water pressure regulator, Caterpillar manual control panels, and custom Hatteras racks for oil and spare parts. Two closed‑circuit TV cameras, a Panasonic Hybrid phone, a cellular phone, and a toolbox complete this meticulously organized machinery space.

Remarks

Vita Brevis stands as an absolutely flawless exemplar of the celebrated 75' Hatteras Cockpit Motor Yacht, commissioned by a repeat Hatteras client and specified with every desirable upgrade—among them the rich cherry wood interior, raised paneled doors, the coveted his‑and‑her master bath, a Pipewelders hardtop, and an extensive, professionally integrated electronics suite. Presented as virtually new, she is maintained to a standard that places her at the very top of her class, the finest vessel available in this size range.

2025 upgrades

A focused shipyard period was completed in October 2025 at Hinckley Shipyard, Stuart, FL, returning Vita Brevis to the water in peak form. The stabilizers received a complete rebuild; new underwater lights in blue and white now define her night signature; trim tabs were fully serviced; and an Awl‑Grip paint system refreshed the flybridge, brow, and waterways. Hull and topsides were professionally buffed, the bow thruster was serviced, and thru‑hull valves were inspected. Aft deck soft‑good seating was replaced, props, rudders, and cutlass bearings underwent inspections, fresh anti‑foul and PropSpeed were applied, exterior doors were removed with runners replaced, the Glendining shore‑power cord system was renewed, and both the tender service and steering were updated.

Previous services and upgrades further underscore diligent stewardship: main engines were rebuilt in 12/2023 and overhauled to zero hours with oil samples; generators were replaced with new 30 kW units in 05/2021, delivering 30 kW x2 phaser generators; props replacement to 46" five‑blade x2 with two spare props available; bow painting (white areas) with an Awl‑Grip paint system; davit service with stainless line replaced and new control; two auxiliary fuel pumps for the main engines replaced; stabilizer power pumps (main engines) replaced; transmission gear box heat exchanger replacement and inspection; main engine and generator battery replacements in 2024; watermaker filters replaced; two air‑conditioning compressors replaced and two raw‑water pumps replaced; full‑ship air‑con ducting cleaning on all units; flybridge freezer serviced; Head Hunter toilets serviced; salon wine fridge replaced; a new Seadoo jet ski in 2024, 170 hp Wake model, currently 245 hours; tender tube replacement in 2024; tender 50 hp Honda full service in 2024; tender Bimini added; grill replacement in 2025; all deck and exterior overhead lighting replaced; two amps added for the flybridge and salon entertainment system; Apple TV for both flybridge and salon; Fusion stereo integrated into Garmin screens; main‑engine oil changes every 250 hours; monthly divers for hull cleaning and anodes; new deck lines and fenders in 2023; and an aft deck sunshade to complete the experience.