GIBSON - 14 x 50 Standard - For Sale

The 14 x 50 StandardbyGIBSONis a versatilemotor yacht-classhouseboatwith afiberglass-and-plastic hull, twin inboard Crusader gasoline engines, and a planing hull configuration. Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov, it balances cruising utility with comfortable liveaboard space.

Selecting a 14 x 50 Standard

Choosing the 14 x 50 Standardmakes sense if you value generous interior volume within a 50 ft footprint, straightforward inboard power, and practical capacities for extended time aboard. As ahouseboatwithin the broadermotor yachtsegment, it’s set up for social cruising and relaxed stays, with accommodations for up to eight and efficient onboard tankage.

Features of the Model

• Category and concept: a motor yachtconfigured as a comfortablehouseboatfor relaxed cruising and living aboard.
• Construction: fiberglass-and-plastic constructionwith a fiberglass deck and a planing hull for capable, predictable handling.
• Dimensions: 50 ft LOA and 13 ft beam (15.24 m x 4.22 m) deliver roomy interiors and deck spaces.
• Powertrain: twin Crusader inboards (Gas/Petrol) for familiar serviceability and smooth propulsion.
• Liveability: accommodations for up to 8, with 4 dedicated berths and 2 heads.
• Capacities: 240 gallons of fuel and 100 gallons of water support longer weekends and short cruises.

Technical Specifications

• Model: 14 x 50 Standard
• Builder: GIBSON
• Category: motor yacht; Sub-category:houseboat
• Hull: fiberglass and plastic; Deck material: Fiberglass
• Hull configuration: Planing
• LOA: 50 ft (15.24 m)
• Beam: 13 ft (4.22 m)
• Draft (min/max): 9.843 ft (3 m) / 9.843 ft (3 m)
• Engines: 2 x Crusader
• Engine type: Inboard
• Fuel type: Gas/Petrol
• Accommodation count: 8
• Sleeps: 4
• Heads: 2
• Fuel capacity: 240 gal
• Water capacity: 100 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to arrange a viewing or survey of the 14 x 50 StandardbyGIBSON, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our team will guide you through offers, documentation, and delivery logistics tailored to your cruising plans.

Questions and Answers

• What type of boat is the 14 x 50 Standard?
  • Type:It is amotor yachtset up as ahouseboat, built with afiberglass and plastic hulland a planing hull configuration byGIBSON.
• How many people can it accommodate and sleep?
  • Accommodation:Up to 8 onboard, withsleepsfor 4 and2 headsfor added convenience.
• What engines and fuel does it use?
  • Engines:TwinCrusaderInboardunits running onGas/Petrol, with afuel capacityof 240 gallons.
• What are the key dimensions and draft?
  • Dimensions and draft:LOA50 ft (15.24 m), beam13 ft (4.22 m); draft9.843 ft (3 m)minimum and maximum.
• How do I purchase through Shestakov Yacht Sales?
  • Ordering:Reach out toAndrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesto discuss the14 x 50 StandardbyGIBSON, including availability, inspections, and closing steps tailored to your timeline.

Owner Experience Review

Owners of 14 x 50 StandardbyGIBSONdescribe a versatile platform for family cruising and entertaining on lakes and protected coastal sounds. Typical use includes weekend leisure, anchoring out with friends, and social gatherings where multiple boats tie up together. Many tow a small dinghy or Whaler for tender duty and watersports support, and some owners use their Gibsons for multi‑day trips, live‑aboard stretches, ICW passages, and even attempted Great Loop legs.

On the water, owners report that the boat handles well in calm to moderate conditions and feels more "boat‑like" than pontoon or condo‑style houseboats for protected‑water cruising and ICW travel. The shallow‑V, flat‑bowed form can plane and reach high cruise speeds with twin 8.1L or 5.7L engines, with owner and GPS reports around ~28 knots and ~30–31 mph. That said, several caution that the shape doesn’t favor motoring in wind; docking has a learning curve, and a common refrain is, “If it’s blowin’ we ain’t goin’.”

Aboard, owners highlight a spacious salon and deck areas with family‑friendly sleeping arrangements—examples include a king in the master, additional queen berths, and sleeping for roughly 6–8. Full galleys with full‑size appliances are often fitted on 14x50 layouts, and good deck/catwalk access helps with docking and moving around, even when short‑handed. Maintenance expectations are realistic: older boats often show soft or rotten decks and delaminated plywood under coverings; leaks from deck or engine hatches and corroded plumbing fittings have led to interior rot and occasional bilge incidents. Typical powerplants are twin Crusader/Mercruiser‑style V8s with Westerbeke generators; owners advise checking engine and generator hours carefully, as repower or major service can be costly. Common repairs include marine‑grade plywood with epoxy and fiberglass cloth, sealing with products like 3M 5200, and turning to a professional yard for major structural work.

Pros and Cons

• Spacious salon and decks enable easy family cruising and entertaining with flexible sleeping arrangements.
• More boat‑like handling than pontoon‑style houseboats for protected waters and ICW passages.
• Live‑aboard friendly with full galley, often full‑size appliances, and helpful deck/catwalk access.
• Sensitive to wind; owners avoid strong conditions and note a docking learning curve.
• Older boats commonly suffer soft/delaminated decks and leak points around hatches, sometimes leading to interior rot.
• Typical V8 engines and generators demand careful hour/condition checks, as repower or major service can be costly.

Comparison with Other Models