Further Details
- Cabins: 2
- Heads: 2
- Showers: 2
- Watertank Size: 984 Litres
- Engine Make: Yanmar JH4TE
- Horsepower: 75HPhp
- Drive Type:
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Fuel Tank Size: 606 Litres
- Price: $335,000
- Location: Preveza
- Year: 2008
- LOA: 48'11" (14.90m)
- Berths: 7
- Keel: Long keel
- ID no.: 22F9883799
Remarks
2008 ISLAND PACKET 465
A superbly equipped and exceptionally well-maintained example of the highly capable Island Packet 465. Designed by Bob Johnson and built in Florida, this 2008 model was launched in 2009 and has been extensively upgraded between 20212025 for serious bluewater cruising. Her cutter rig, full keel, and robust GRP construction make her ideal for ocean passages, while her spacious interior, modern systems, and quality finish offer luxurious comfort onboard.
Featuring two queen-size staterooms with ensuite heads and separate showers, a generous saloon with over 7ft headroom, and a beautifully appointed galley, this vessel is ready for long-distance cruising or liveaboard life.
NEW ARRIVAL NOW ASHORE READY TO VIEW
HIGHLIGHTS LISTED BELOW BUT INCLUDED IN FULL SPECS:
Standing and running rigging replaced (20212024)
Full epoxy barrier coat and antifoul (2025)
Victron lithium power system with solar array and inverter/chargers
Raymarine Axiom Pro 2 plotter, Doppler radar, autopilot & AIS (20222024)
New Vetus bow thruster motor and batteries (2024)
Generator: 8kW Yanmar MAS with only 1,076 hours (serviced 2024)
Two queen cabins with ensuite heads and separate shower stalls
Recent Doyle mainsail and staysail (2021, 2024)
Extensive Sunbrella canvas including bimini, dodger & cockpit enclosure
7kg washing machine, TV, Fusion stereo, Starlink internet
Simpson davits, dinghy, outboard, dive gear & BBQ included
Now lifted ashore at Preveza, Greece. This provides a fantastic opportunity for inspection afloat while the yacht remains in commission. Early viewings are strongly encouraged this is a turn-key offshore cruising yacht in outstanding condition, and rarely available at this level of outfitting and preparation.
REMARKS
This Island Packet 465 stands out for its condition, systems, and thoughtful upgrades. Every element has been addressed with offshore reliability in mind, from lithium battery banks and solar power to safety, comfort, and interior customisation. A genuinely turn-key yacht for discerning buyers seeking quality, comfort, and serious bluewater capability.
Accommodation
ACCOMMODATION
Cabins: 2 Queen Staterooms
Additional Berths: Double and single settee in saloon
Heads: 2 Vacuflush with separate showers
Headroom: 2.21m (73) in saloon
Upholstery: Ultra leather with fleece covers
Flooring: Teak & mahogany, custom carpets
Curtains and blinds throughout
Navigation Station with inlaid IP chart table and swivel armchair
Hanging Lockers, Wet Locker
Fans: Camframo and Hella throughout
USB Charging: Multiple 12V stations in cabins and saloon
Spacious saloon with full-length settees port and starboard, one converting to a double berth. Centreline drop-leaf teak table with folding wings and built-in hutch. Navigation station to starboard with comfortable chair and full systems panel. Two large queen cabins, each with ensuite heads and separate shower stalls, plus abundant storage and natural light throughout.
DOMESTIC
Galley with Corian counters, top-loading fridge and freezer, Force 10 stove/oven, microwave, and double sink with pull-out tap. Additional drawer fridge, extensive cabinetry, spice rack, and crockery cupboards. Flat-screen TV (2022), Fusion stereo (2022), 7kg washing machine (2022), Starlink installation (2023). Pressurised hot and cold water system.
Disclaimer
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.
Mechanical and Rigging
CONSTRUCTION
Builder / Designer: Island Packet
Make / Model: Island Packet 465
Year Built: 2008
Year Launched: 2009
Designer: Bob Johnson
Location Built: Florida, USA
Construction Materials: GRP
Keel / Hull Form: Full keel
Rudder Type: Skeg
Steering Type: Lewmar mamba drive
Helm Position(s): Centre cockpit
Deck Materials: GRP
Superstructure Materials: GRP
Hull Colour: White
Preventative Epoxy Barrier Coat (2025)
Last Survey: 2021 prior to purchase no major issues
DIMENSIONS
LOA: 14.9m (48'11")
LWL: 11.61m (38'1")
Beam: 4.44m (14'7")
Draft: 1.5m (4'11")
Displacement: 15,649 kg
Ballast: 5,443 kg
Air Draft: 19.2m (63')
MECHANICAL
Engine: Yanmar JH4TE 75hp Diesel (2008)
Engine Hours: 2,600 (approx.)
Drive Type: Shaft
Cooling: Fresh water / Sea water
Fuel Consumption: 4 to 6 L/hr
Cruising Speed: 6 knots
Maximum Speed: 8.5 knots
Propeller: MaxProp Classic 3-blade feathering (serviced 2025)
Bow Thruster: Vetus BOW75 12V motor, batteries & housing replaced (2024)
Generator: MAS Yanmar 3TNV76 GMA 8kW, 1,076 hrs (serviced 2024)
PERFORMANCE
Cutter rig with self-tacking staysail
In-mast furling mainsail
All lines led aft to cockpit
Hoyt boom for staysail
Spinnaker pole on mast
Suitable for single or short-handed sailing
TANKAGE
Fuel: 160 gallons / 606 litres (Stainless steel)
Water: 260 gallons / 984 litres (Fibreglass)
Holding Tank: 55 gallons (Fibreglass)
Macerator with pump out
ELECTRICAL
House Batteries: 6 x 100Ah Renogy Smart Lithium (2022)
Engine Start: 2 x 100Ah AGM (2020)
Bow Thruster: 2 x 100Ah AGM (2024)
Generator Start: 1 x AGM 100Ah (2020)
Victron MultiPlus 1600/70 Inverter/Chargers (x2)
Victron Orion XS 12V/12V Charger (2022)
Victron 50A 230V Charger
Victron Cerbo GX Control & Display
Victron Smart MPPT Solar Controllers (x3)
Solar Panels: 3 x 330W (arch), 4 x 100W (folding stern rail)
Shore Power and Cable
Inverter: Victron 120V 500W
RIGGING
Type: Cutter
Spars: Aluminium
Standing Rigging: Replaced 2021/2022 (Invoices available)
Running Rigging: Replaced 2023/2024
Reefing: In-mast furling
Spinnaker Pole
Boom Brakes: Wichard x2
Furler: Harken MK3 for Genoa & Staysail
SAILS
Main: Doyle (2021)
Genoa: Doyle (2020)
Staysail: Fareast (2024)
Cruising Chute: Asymmetric Spinnaker with sock
Inventory
NAVIGATION
Chart Plotter: Raymarine Axiom Pro 2 (2024)
GPS: Raymarine
Radar: Raymarine Quantum Doppler (2024)
AIS: Raymarine AIS 650 + splitter (2022)
Autopilot: Raymarine / Lewmar
Wind Instruments: Raymarine (2024) 2-year warranty
Windex (2025)
VHF: Dual stations (nav & helm)
Navtex (not installed)
Compass
IridiumGO! Satellite System
ICOM 801E SSB with GAM antenna
Pactor Modem
Icom Handheld VHF
DECK
Anchor Windlass: MUIR Atlantic Storm (2021)
Anchor Chain: 300ft (2021) + Mantis Swivel
Anchors: Regalvanized Manson (2023) + Fortress spare
Boarding Ladder (Stainless steel)
Pushpit / Pulpit (Stainless steel)
Simpson Davits
Cockpit Table (folding teak)
Cockpit Lockers
Cockpit Shower
Winches:
2 x Lewmar 54 Electric ST (cockpit)
1 x Lewmar 44 Electric ST (coachroof starboard)
1 x Lewmar 44 ST (coachroof port)
2 x Lewmar 16 ST (cockpit)
1 x Lewmar 8 (mast)
2 x Lewmar 30 ST (mast)
SAFETY
Life Raft: Ocean Safety 4-person (serviced Nov 2022)
Lifebuoy, Danbuoy, Recovery Hoist
Life Jackets: 2 inflatable + 2 foam
EPIRB: CR RLB-41 (2022)
Flare Kit (2022)
Fire Extinguishers (x3 serviced 2022)
Automatic Engine Fire Suppression
Jackstays
Manual & Electric Bilge Pumps (Rule 3700 replaced 2024)
Stern Line Webbing Reel
Medical Kit
2 Ditch Bags
CANVAS
Sprayhood: Strataglass (2022)
Bimini: Sunbrella (2022)
Cockpit Enclosure Panels (2023)
Hatch Covers
Cockpit Cushions and Fleece Covers
G&T Aft Deck Cushions and Backrests
Dinghy Chaps (2024)
Outboard Cover (2024)
TENDER
Dinghy: AB 9AL Aluminium RIB (2017)
Outboard: Suzuki 15hp 2-stroke (2022)
Accessories: Dinghy wheels, Sunbrella cover
MISCELLANEOUS
BBQ: Magnum gas grill
Hammock and hammock chair
Cockpit and aft deck drink tables
Kayaks (x2) + stainless racks
Diesel, petrol and water jerry can holders on deck
Extensive spare parts and tool inventory onboard
Sailrite machine and dive gear (available by separate negotiation)
Fenders: 8 with covers + 1 large ball fender + fender step
EXTRA DETAILS
Hull polished and revarnished brightwork (2025)
Gelshield barrier coat and Micron EU antifoul (2025)
Ultrasonic antifouling system
Propspeed applied to MaxProp (2025)
TITLE DOCUMENTS AND TAX
Listed below are the documents/or copies which we have seen on listing this yacht:
Builders Certificate
Registration certificate (Canada)
Bill of Sale
EU VAT Status: Was originally paid in UK but now deemed not paid as the vessel was out of EU for more than three years.
KNOWN DEFECTS
NONE
HISTORY
Launched in 2009 and based in Greece, this Island Packet 465 has been upgraded and refitted to a remarkable standard under current ownership. Every key systemelectrical, rigging, mechanical, comforthas been optimised for serious, independent cruising. Rarely does such a well-prepared and well-presented vessel become available.
Disclaimer : 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/equipment. 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.