Vectors to Paradise - Meridian FOR SALE

2007 Meridian 459 Motor Yacht — Vectors to Paradise

The 2007 Meridian 459 Motoryacht, aptly named Vectors to Paradise, showcases Meridian’s forward-thinking layout and effortless cruising style. Driven by twin 380 hp Cummins QSB 5.9 diesels, she blends economical running with confident acceleration, making passages smooth and swift when the moment calls. Docking is delightfully straightforward thanks to Docking On Command—bow and stern thrusters paired with a wireless remote—so close-quarters handling feels natural even in a breeze.

Inside, the volume impresses immediately with a generous 6'7" of headroom and Meridian’s Compass Point décor accented by dark granite surfaces. The full galley is ready for gourmet moments, while the sought-after two-stateroom, two-ensuite configuration ensures privacy and comfort for owners and guests alike. A full-beam aft owner’s suite with direct cockpit access elevates the liveaboard appeal, complemented by 4-zone reverse-cycle climate control that keeps every space perfectly tempered. Up top, the flybridge doubles as an entertainment hub, complete with a wet bar and refrigerator, and the hardtop-covered aft deck with full enclosure invites year-round enjoyment. Underway or at anchor, the Onan 11.5 kW generator (625 hrs) provides reliable shipboard power, and the Glendinning Cablemaster (50 amp) streamlines shore-cord handling.

From the foredeck sun pad to the sociable bridge and protected aft deck, this 45-foot flybridge motor yacht is designed for easy days on the water, extended cruising, or gracious liveaboard life. Seamanship is simplified, style is unmistakable, and comfort is deeply considered—traits that place this Aft Cabin Motor Yacht firmly among the most user-friendly options in the class. For those seeking a refined coastal cruiser with genuine big-yacht presence, Vectors to Paradise delivers the Meridian 459 experience at its best.

Options

Thoughtfully optioned for confident cruising, this yacht features an Onan 11.5 kW generator with sound shield showing 625 hours, a macerator with overboard discharge, and a halon fire-suppression system serving the engine room. Comfort and convenience abound with a full canvas exterior complemented by navy canvas, a foredeck sun pad, a Glendinning Cablemaster with 50 ft 50 amp shore power cord, a transom storage box, a dedicated anchor, and a bridge refrigerator. Climate control is refined and efficient with four-zone air conditioning with reverse-cycle heat, while a central vacuum system, Compass Point interior, and dark granite countertops elevate daily life on board with a premium finish and effortless ease.

Accommodations

The salon welcomes you with a flat-screen TV opposite a large L‑shaped leather settee and a hi‑lo teak leaf table, all set beneath large windows with blinds and a windshield protected by a Texteline cover. A dedicated AC/DC electrical panel is within easy reach, while two leather recliners with an end table between them and an additional recliner create a relaxed conversation nook bathed in natural light. Just forward, the galley is designed for real cooking, showcasing a Samsung microwave, coffee maker, and an Origo three‑burner electric range, all served by a stainless steel sink with a quality faucet and an opening stainless steel portlight for fresh air. Cold storage is generous with a Norcold refrigerator/freezer plus a second 4 cu ft refrigerator tucked under the stairs, while cherry cabinetry, teak and holly flooring, ample storage including space beneath the steps from the salon, and thoughtful organization make meal prep effortless. Aft, the master stateroom offers private access to the cockpit and centers on an island queen berth, flanked by two opening stainless steel portlights and two focused reading lights, with overhead lighting, privacy curtains, an aft shade for the sliding door, a stereo system, a dedicated master stateroom TV, 110v outlets, and a full wardrobe locker providing everything desired for extended stays. The master ensuite is thoughtfully split: an enclosed head with storage locker, a Vacu‑Flush head, an opening stainless steel portlight, a fiberglass liner with drain, and proper lighting; and an enclosed shower also specified with a Vacu‑Flush head, an opening stainless steel portlight, a hot/cold shower wand, a shower curtain, a fiberglass liner with drain, and bright lighting. Between them, a center vanity ties the space together with a mirrored medicine cabinet, Corian countertop with sink and storage below, a designer faucet, a towel rack, another opening stainless steel portlight, and dedicated lighting. Forward, the VIP stateroom presents a centerline island queen berth with a storage drawer under the berth, two reading lights, overhead lighting, 110v outlets, its own TV with DVD, a wardrobe locker, and private access to the guest head. The forward guest head completes the accommodations with a mirrored medicine cabinet, a Corian countertop with sink and storage below, a designer faucet, a towel rack, a storage locker, a Vacu‑Flush head, an opening stainless steel portlight, a durable fiberglass liner, and bright, reliable lighting.

Electronics

At the helm, a Raymarine depth display delivers precise soundings at a glance, while a Jabsco spotlight with helm remote pierces the night with fingertip control. Navigation confidence is further enhanced by a flush‑mounted, lighted compass and a JBL stereo remote for effortless ambiance underway. Per engine, VDO gauge sets provide clear readouts of temperature, oil pressure, fuel, and voltage, keeping vital data front and center.

Components and equipment

Docking is delightfully simple with Docking on Command bow and stern thrusters paired to a wireless remote, allowing precise, confident maneuvering. Below the waterline, safety and reliability are supported by four 2000 gph bilge pumps with both manual and automatic operation, a properly plumbed waste holding tank with deck pump‑out fitting, and a domestic‑style pressure‑demand hot‑and‑cold water system running on 12v. Hot showers are assured by an 11 gallon water heater, so comfort never has to wait.

Electrical equipment

Power management is robust and intuitive, beginning with an AC/DC distribution panel fitted with magnetic circuit breakers and supported by a 40 amp battery charger/converter, a battery paralleling system, and four battery switches for flexible control. Safety and onboard convenience include a carbon‑monoxide monitoring system, protection of all 110v outlets by ground‑fault devices, a 12v horn, and comprehensive 12v lighting fixtures and navigation lights. A full electrical bonding system with sacrificial anodes protects underwater metals, while TV/telephone hook‑up and single 50 amp shore power round out a dependable, cruise‑ready electrical suite.

Bridge

On the bridge, thoughtful design elevates every passage: a 12v adapter keeps devices powered; six beverage holders, a generous L‑lounge with removable cushions and storage beneath, a captain’s chair, and a comfortable port companion settee create a sociable command area beneath a protective bimini top. Courtesy lighting with two sets illuminating the steps and sole sets the mood after dark, stainless steel grab rails add reassuring security, and a Venturi windscreen in an aluminum frame with smoke tint sheds wind smartly. An entertainment center with sink, cutting board, bottle storage, and a Norcold refrigerator keeps refreshments at hand, while a hot‑and‑cold hand shower adds welcome convenience; a Sing Station spotlight stands ready to extend the day well into the evening. Aft, the deck impresses with a hard top over the sundeck, an aft deck bar with a center sink and storage below, snap‑in carpet, clear wing doors to the side decks, a complete enclosure for all‑weather enjoyment, a JBL stereo remote, and a large companion settee with a removable table for alfresco dining. Forward, the foredeck is clean and capable with a recessed anchor on a roller and fairlead, an anchor line locker with dedicated fender storage and drain, a screened bow hatch, and stainless steel bow rails through‑bolted to the deck for unwavering confidence. In the cockpit, 12v courtesy lighting, in‑cockpit lazarette access, molded stairs to the aft deck with fender storage below, and a molded swim platform with ladder highlight day‑boat practicality, complemented by a self‑bailing design, a shower water connection, a sliding door to the master stateroom, a transom door to the swim platform, a transom storage locker, soft teak decking underfoot, and two inviting deck chairs.

Engine room

Access to the machinery space is straightforward via a sturdy ladder, where acoustical and thermal insulation ensures quiet, efficient running. Internal sea strainers protect vital systems, overhead lighting makes inspections simple, and convenient salon floor access panels invite quick checks between passages. Powerplants rest on a structural engine mounting system through‑bolted to the structural stringer system, delivering the kind of enduring alignment and refinement that rewards every mile.