2009 Island Packet 485

When first approached from the dock, TALALA appears to be a yacht that was just commissioned and presented to her owners. Instead, she is a yacht that has been used weekly but maintained in excellent by her owners. This yacht is equipped with all of the available exterior options including, bow thruster, electric winch package, electric windlass and Extendo boom (for lifting a dingy out of the water and onto the aft deck). The custom hard bimini top with enclosure creates a weather and bug proof outdoor living space. All sail control lines run to the cockpit, for ease of handling, with the knot, wind and depth instruments mounted above the companionway and the radar/ chart plotter mounted at the helm.  All running rigging replaced early 2018.  Also, you will note the custom teak and Plexiglas café style doors; drop-in companionway boards are still aboard as well. 

When entering the bright airy Salon your first impression is how spacious this area is. The combination of the light colored cushions, plenty of natural light and the ability to stow the dinette table against the fwd bulkhead help to make the salon feel open and spacious. With the dinette table down and fully-extended you can comfortably entertain a large group. If extra space is needed, to accommodate additional overnight guests, the port settee pulls out and converts to a double berth. The cushions are covered with  beige ultra-leather and the cabin soles are solid teak and oak (not veneer) providing a striking contrast.  A new TV swivel-mounted on the forward bulkhead and a DVD player provides entertainment along with a new Fusion stereo system with Bose speakers in the main salon, additional speakers on arch. 

The Navigation Station is aft of the salon on the port side.  It features a high-back swivel seat and a desk with storage tray. The nav station houses the AC/DC panel, electronics, and a wet hanging locker.

The large Galley is located on the starboard side between the companionway and the aft cabin. Whether you are doing long distance cruising or entertaining at the docks, the galley does it all.  The galley is equipped with two (2) refrigerator/freezers, each with separate compressors and controls, enabling the owner to make either box a refrigerator or freezer. There is also a separate pull-out refrigerated drink drawer with dedicated controls. The three-burner Force 10 LPG stove w/oven and broiler (brolier heating element new August 2022) has sealed burners for easy cleaning, as well as a retracting door to prevent tipping when gimballed. On the inboard island is plenty of open counter space. To finish this area there is a deep double bowl sink, fresh water hand pump, and a custom storage cabinets throughout for additional items. The countertops are beautifully finished with a one-piece molded fiddle to aid in cleaning and keeping a neat and orderly galley when underway. The cabin sole is made of a molded nonskid for easy maintenance and a sure-footed feel. TALALA also features a custom-built trash container, complete with a solid acrylic top to match the rest of the galley countertops. 

Moving aft you enter the Owner's Stateroom. The focal point of this cabin is a queen-sized island berth with an upholstered, memory foam mattress. Again this is a very bright and airy cabin with lots of headroom. There are (6) opening ports and a large overhead hatch to provide both natural ventilation and light. On the starboard side is a built-in chair flanked by large cedar-lined hanging lockers and shelved storage. There is a large pull-out drawer beneath the berth and the bottom of the berth opens up, with the assistance of gas struts, to provide access a large blanket storage area. Access to the large aft deck locker is also provided through a gasketed door on the aft bulkhead.

The Owner's Head is located on the port side.  It features a VacuFlush toilet, molded shower stall, with a seat and folding acrylic door, a vanity with a one-piece molded countertop, shelves, a mirror and plenty of ventilation (new vacuum generator August 2022).

The comfortable Forward Stateroom offers a double island berth, lockers, shelves to port and starboard, excellent ventilation and direct access to the Guest Head. The base of the berth lifts up for storage and there are two pull-out drawers. Excellent ventilation and natural light make the forward stateroom a comfortable space to spend time.

The Guest Head is accessible from both the forward stateroom and the Salon. The countertop is a one-piece acrylic with molded-in fiddles and a stainless steel sink. The head has a freshwater VacuFlush unit with a dedicated water tank (new vacuum generator and toilet August 2022). The large shower stall has a bi-fold acrylic door and a teak seat. 

The Third Cabin is the most functional space on the boat. It has a large counter-top, washer/dryer combo, icemaker, tool box and plenty of storage for spares and supplies. 

• Cutter rig with furling mainsail, staysail, and 110% genoa
• Bottom painted in January 2021
• 2017 Mack main (new suncover August 2022)
• 2016 Mack staysail
• Original 130% genoa
• All sails removed, inspected and stitching repaires as needed August 2022
• Custom mast modified to 63' for added peace of mind on the ICW
• 14 over-size stays support mast
• Hoyt self-tacking boom for staysail
• Staysail sheet led to cockpit through stoppers to Lewmar Ocean Series 48CST winch.
• Harkin head-sail furling units with furling lines led to cockpit cleats.
• Two (2) electric primary winches (Lewmar Ocean Series 64CST, 2-speed) 
• Electric mainsheet winch (Lewmar Ocean Series 48CST)
• Rigid boom vang
• Custom bimini hardtop with overhead hatches, full enclosure in vinyl and screens (new August 2022); non-skid added to hardtop 2017)
• Custom stainless steel Arch with all the toys
• Two 345 watt solar panels mounted on arch
• Six (6) person liferaft, serviced in 2015 (not current)
• Dinghy davits mounted on arch
• Engine lift on arch
• Outboard engine storage
• Rod holders
• Cockpit lighting
• Lewmar folding wheel
• Swim ladder
• Lighthouse 1501 Horizontal 12V windlass with power up and down and remote control with chain counter in cockpit
• Freshwater deck wash down (bow and stern)
• Factory Extendo-boom for bringing dinghy onto aft deck
• Hot and cold stern shower
• Exterior brightwork refinished (August 2022)
  
• Replaced front windshield of the dodger with Plaskolite TUFFAK (August 2022)
• Vinyl and screen enclosures, plus soft covers (all new August 2022)
• Detailed and waxed (August 2022)
  
• Cockpit cushons (new August 2022)
• All Running Rigging Replaced (2018)

Topside Electronics:

• Raymarine i50 depth, i60 wind, i70 speed, i70 rudder dsplays (new August 2022)
  
• Raymarine I70 Multi (2)  (new August 2022)
• Raymarine Autopilot with wireless remote (new August 2022)
• Raymarine Quantum 2 Q24D Doppler radar (new August 2022)
• Raymarine Axiom Pro 12" Chartplotter/Fishfinder in SailPod (new August 2022)
• Icom 504 VHF
• Rudder angle indicator

Navigation Station Electronics:

• Raymarine Axiom Pro 12" Chartplotter/Fishfinder (new August 2022)
• Icom IC-M604 VHF

• Icom IC-M802 Single Sideband Radio
• Sat Weather Receiver

Electrical:

• 50AMP and 30AMP shore power connectors, bow and stern
• Shore power aft/forward selector switch
• 9KW Onan generator w/remote starter and excellent access from all sides (approximately 2400 hours) (water pump, heat exchanger, engine mounts, exhaust elbow, drip pan, coolant and oil change all new August 2022)
• Xantrex 3000 Inverter/charger
• Dual 345 watt solar panels on arch with controller
• Balmar 110AMP engine alternator w/extra wide serpentine belt
• 12V Auto-pilot Mamba drive unit
• Transfer switch from shore power to generator
• Battery selector switches
• Magnum Battery monitor
• Xantrex Link-Pro Battery monitor
• 11 gallon hot water heater
• Nine (9) group 31 AGM house batteries (new 2020)
• Two (2) batteries, group 27 AGM, forward for bow thruster and windlass (new 2020)
  
• Separate start batteries for engine and genset (Group 27 AGM) (new August 2022)

Mechanical:

• Yanmar 110HP diesel engine with approx 1855 hous (new water pump, oil change August 2022)
• Side power 7HP bow thruster w/high thrust propellors (new zincs and propellers 2022)
• FCI Aquamiser 25GPH water maker with remote panel (pickled)
• Three Cruise-Air marine air conditioning/reverse-cycle heat units (16,000BTU for main saloon, 10,000BTU for owner's stateroom, 10,000BTU for forward cabins
• Oil changing system
• Tank tender
• Isotherm Icemaker
• Fuel polishing system BOSS 500
• Heavy-duty Rule bilge pumps with high water alarm (new pump August 2022)

The 485 provides enormous living space, enough storage to hold gear for a circumnavigation, enough sail to speed you comfortably to your destination and the convenience of managing it all from the cockpit. From the broad anchor platform to the spacious stern boarding area, the 485’s deck abounds with features you will appreciate. 

The large aft deck is perfect for sunbathing, impromptu dining and is also large enough to accommodate up to a 10’ dinghy, which can be easily hoisted aboard with a clever optional boom extension system. Storage bins on either side of the aft deck hold LPG bottles and miscellaneous gear. A larger central hatch opens to a ladder leading into a huge storage lazarette. Uncluttered side decks, a recessed foredeck and plentiful cabin top handrails provide security on deck. 

Below, you’ll be immediately impressed by the panoramic view of the open main saloon, the spacious forward and aft cabins with private heads, the solid teak and oak soles throughout, the gourmet galley, a multi-use third stateroom and a navigation center that rivals those on much larger yachts. 

Adjacent to the companionway, the nav station includes a high-backed swivel armchair, inlaid table with storage tray, cabinetry space sufficient to mount a wide variety of equipment you might select and the master electrical panels for ship-board AC and DC equipment. There’s also a hanging locker suitable for wet gear within reach. This area is so impressive that SAIL Magazine’s Best Boats judges made this comment: “Any offshore navigator would love to call this nerve center home. This is the best equipped nav station we saw this year.” 

In the main saloon the starboard settee converts to a double berth when fully extended and both settees double as comfortable sea berths. A large table stows against the forward bulkhead and deploys to create a spacious dining area. CE Category A – Ocean rated safety windows provide a panoramic view and overhead lights and numerous reading lamps with individual dimmers are found throughout. 

The gourmet galley is equipped with digitally controlled refrigerator and freezer compartments and double gasketed drop-front lids on gas support struts for easy access. Either compartment may be used for refrigerated or frozen storage at the setting of the controls. There’s also a pull-out refrigerator drawer for quick access to popular beverages and food.

Aft is the grand owner’s stateroom with an offset double island berth. Hanging storage with extra height is provided by the outboard hanging locker. Access to the aft lazarette storage area is also made available through the aft bulkhead.

Forward is a guest stateroom and head with a double island berth. All staterooms include numerous opening ports and large overhead hatches, providing plenty of light and ventilation. Both berths are surrounded by an array of cabinets, lockers, drawers and shelves, including hinged lids that lift to reveal blanket trays.

The third cabin is across from the forward head and is perfect for a multitude of uses. One can choose over/under style berths as a sleeping area or an L-shaped counter/desk with built-in cabinets underneath for an office, laundry, or workshop. An optional filler piece is also available to make a double berth with this latter configuration.

Both luxurious heads feature vanities with solid acrylic countertops, separate shower stalls with seats, folding acrylic doors and standard VacuFlush® heads. Whether cruising the oceans of the world or exploring coastal anchorages, the 485 has been designed and built to take you safely and comfortably to your destination.

Owners' artwork, Type 5 PFD's, boat name and personal items.

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.