PIVOT - Marlow FOR SALE

Rare chance to secure this 97E, presently the sole example available. A brilliant arrangement paired with a completely refreshed interior gives the vessel a breezy beach-house ambience. Naiad and Seakeeper stabilizers, together with the Velocijet-engineered keel and struts, deliver remarkable steadiness, efficient running, and sublime comfort. Marlow’s vinylester build resists osmosis blistering and produces a robust, whisper‑quiet ride. These are among the many engineering advances that make Marlow a compelling pick. A 6‑stateroom configuration sleeps 14, with separate quarters aft for 4 crew. With 5,000 gallons of fuel, this luxury motor yacht boasts long-range capability at modest speeds and will comfortably low cruise at 20 kn with refined composure.

Overview

The heart of the yacht is an immaculate engine room anchored by a C32 CAT powerplant rated at 1,800 hp and showing 1,900 hours, freshly out of its 1,000-hour service, complemented by robust 38 kW Northern Lights generator sets. Climate control is assured by three Marine Air water chillers delivering 180,000 BTU with frequency drives, while Racor filtration, dedicated fuel transfer pumps, and Marlow sea chests underscore the yacht’s blue‑water pedigree. A Seatorque BOSS oil‑bath shaft system, comprehensively serviced with roller bearings and seals replaced in 2024, delivers silky, vibration‑free propulsion. A compact workbench with vise adds practical utility for shipboard repairs.

Stepping in from the aft deck, the salon is bathed in natural light from windows fore and aft, with rich teak and holly flooring setting a warm, nautical tone. A generous U‑shaped settee to port faces a pop‑up TV and bespoke cabinetry to starboard, all supported by a CONTROL4 entertainment system that runs throughout the yacht with its central rack in the salon. Just forward, the dining area showcases a finely finished table flanked by extensive custom cabinetry for dinnerware and abundant storage, with seating for up to ten.

Continuing forward to port, the full‑service galley is designed for serious culinary work, featuring a Sub‑Zero refrigerator, Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, Dacor cooktop, and a dedicated garbage disposal. Every surface and appliance is positioned for effortless meal preparation and gracious service.

The forward end of the mid deck welcomes you to the master suite, crowned by sweeping 270‑degree windows that frame unforgettable vistas whether underway, at anchor, or in the slip. A centerline king‑size bed anchors the space, complemented by a sofa and an elegant makeup table, with the TV discreetly aft and a capacious master bath just beyond the bulkhead.

A starboard stairway descends to the lower deck, revealing five additional large staterooms. Immediately to starboard, the ship’s washer and dryer sit conveniently beside a companionway laundry zone complete with a folding surface, an extra sink, and a microwave.

Aft, a full‑beam guest stateroom offers two queen berths, a Smart TV, impressive storage, and a large head with shower. Forward and to port, the three‑quarter‑beam VIP stateroom centers on a king berth, abundant cabinetry, a TV, and a generously proportioned head and shower. The starboard guest room provides classic over‑under bunks, while the port guest stateroom features a lower full and an upper cross bunk, a full head and shower, and extensive built‑in storage. All the way forward lies the fifth stateroom on this level, appointed with a queen‑size berth and additional side bunks for overflow accommodations, a full head and shower aft, and ample closet space and cabinetry.

Below the aft deck, two crew staterooms are accessed either from the side door or through the aft air door into the machinery space, with the crew stateroom not pictured. The aft machinery space houses shore cords, an Eskimo ice machine, shore‑power transformers, a Seakeeper, and the stern thruster, all supported by dedicated machinery‑space air conditioning. A watertight door forward of the crew area leads directly into the engine room.

On the aft deck, a substantial teak table is paired with an aft bench and teak chairs forward, providing relaxed seating for eight plus. A port‑side stairwell rises to the upper deck and command bridge, while aft docking controls are conveniently positioned to starboard.

The forward deck invites lounging with ample cushioned seating and a generous sunning area, connected by a center ladder to the Portuguese bridge and the command bridge, creating a seamless flow between relaxation and command.

Within the enclosed bridge, a centerline single STIDD helm chair is joined by a double STIDD chair to port, all surrounded by a professional‑grade helm. Bow and stern thruster controls, CAT engine controls with full gauges, and a Maretron ship’s monitoring system deliver absolute situational awareness. Navigation and communications are powered by four Garmin displays, a Simrad autopilot, two Icom VHF radios, a Ghost tracking system, Naiad controls, Seakeeper controls, a KVH satellite system, and a new Starlink system to keep you connected offshore.

The upper aft deck is a grand stage for entertaining, complete with a full oven and a gas grill, abundant seating around a teak table, and additional seating aft to host large gatherings with ease. A Portuguese walk‑around encircles the enclosed bridge with extra lounge seating forward, refreshed with new soft goods in 2023. Aft, an Airex 2,200 lb davit with removable chocks stands ready, accompanied by a 2012 Boston Whaler 150SS with Yamaha, ensuring every anchorage becomes a playground.