Catalina Sunshine, a 2002 Grand Alaskan Pilothouse, is a motoryacht for open-water cruising that has been well-maintained and is ready for its next adventure. With a three-stateroom, three-head layout, this yacht accommodates six guests for extended passages. Catalina Sunshine is listed with Outer Reef Yachts for $1.0295 million.
Interestingly, the yacht’s current owner is a retired Navy Captain, who in addition to holding a degree from MIT and is an architect, knows how to build boats, ensuring this boat has been well-maintained.
Powered by twin 800 hp Caterpillar 3406 diesels, Catalina Sunshine has a reported top speed of 20 knots. Cruising speed is 10 knots and fuel capacity is 1,400 gallons. The hardest decision may be picking a waypoint.
Notable Gear Includes:
- Twin Disc transmissions
- American Bow Thruster TREC hydraulic stabilizers
- 38 hp hydraulic American Bow Thruster
- Side-Power electric stern thruster with stainless-steel crash bar
- Two 16 kW Northern Lights generators with automatic start
- 1,200 gallons-per-day Village watermaker
- EZ 1500 Nautical Structures davit crane with boom and winch lift
- Two 50-amp shorepower cords
- Onboard fuel-polishing and -transfer system
- AC and DC water pump backup systems
- 350-gallon freshwater tank
The yacht’s cockpit has a partially shaded dining area with a a built-in settee, a couple of padded teak chairs and teak folding tables for alfresco dining. Want to get a little sun? Walk around to the foredeck via wide teak side decks and high, stout bulwarks to relax on a bench-style settee. Views included.
Catalina Sunshine‘s flybridge is an excellent spot to enjoy sunny days underway, with two Stidd helm chairs, an L-shaped settee with two tables and a wet bar with a BBQ. The flybridge is partially shaded by a hardtop and includes real estate for a tender. The EZ 1500 Nautical Structures davit makes for easy loading and retrieval.
The pilothouse has updated electronics and instrumentation. The Stidd captain’s chair ensures comfort when on watch, and an L-shaped settee provides guests a place to relax and keep the skipper company. The yacht’s internal stairs provide easy access to the flybridge and accommodations.
Electronics Equipment Includes:
- Redundant radars (72-mile Furuno and 48-mile B&G)
- Redundant chartplotters (Simrad and Furuno)
- AIS Class-B system with worldwide tracking
- Glendinning electronic engine controls with manual backup
- FLIR thermal night-vision camera
- Worldwide satellite phone integration with cellphone
- Magnum inverter/charger for efficient energy management
Inside, the salon is cozy and inviting with natural light via an array of large side windows. An L-shaped sofa and two chairs provide a comfortable conversation space, while three stools at the galley offer a casual spot for dining or cocktails. The galley is forward with equipage that includes a full-sized stainless-steel refrigerator, cooktop and microwave/oven.
After a day on the water, guests can retire to one of the three staterooms. The master stateroom, located amidships, is a full-beam suite with a king-sized berth, sizable stowage, and an en suite head. The forepeak VIP stateroom features a queen-sized berth, while the third guest stateroom has twin over/under berths. Crew accommodations are located aft with separate access.
Outer Reef Yachts notes, “Catalina Sunshine was built as the finest-equipped and most well-finished 64’ Grand Alaskan Pilothouse. Since then, she has been extensively upscaled, from a coastal cruiser to a capable international passage maker. With her major systems upgraded to like-new condition, Catalina Sunshine is ready for any journey.”
Where is Catalina Sunshine located? The yacht is currently lying in North Palm Beach, FL.
Take the next step: Inquire online with Outer Reef Yachts.
Quick Specifications
- Length Overall: 64′
- Maximum Beam: 17’2””
- Max Draft: 5’6″
- Cruising Speed: 10 knots
- Max Speed: 20 knots
- Hull Material: Fiberglass
- Number of Engines: 2
- Engine Make: Caterpillar
- Engine Model: 3406
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Combined Horsepower: 1,600 hp
- Fuel Capacity: 1,400 Gal.
