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| Price: |
$ 279,900.00 USD |
| Listing Began: |
11/3/09 |
| Listing ID: |
488 |
| Seller Info |
edwards |
| City: |
Clearwater |
| State: |
FL |
| Zip Code: |
33764 |
| Country: |
United States |
| Phone: |
(727) 507-8222 |
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This is a unique and distinctive vessel that was built to the highest standards for long distance cruising, yet is equally at home for a relaxing day-sail or weekend exploration of inland waters. Recognized for her stellar pedigree and stately lines at every port she enters, Rhapsody in Blue is an extremely flexible yacht that offers serious boaters all the modern amenities in a fuel-efficient hull.
By bringing together the boat building talents of Derecktor Shipyards (builders of mega-yachts and America’s Cup boats) with designers Harris & MacLear (of Sparksman & Stephens fame), Rhapsody in Blue is a go anywhere boat that is elegant, comfortable and easy to maintain. Her 2,500 mile range, comfortable 10 to 12 knot cruising speed, or 17 knot “got to make that bridge opening” option, offers boaters the flexibility they need in today’s “do anything” boating environment.
Impeccable and plush, her interior reflects the highest quality standards and workmanship of a Rybovich Spencer update, completed in 1997 using traditional materials that give her a modern and classic look. Her three stateroom, three head configuration is designed for comfortable and roomy cruising, providing the owners and their guests with both the privacy and the large gathering spaces required for truly memorable yachting experiences.
Rhapsody in Blue was purchased by the current owners in 2001 and completed a comprehensive insurance survey in 2007, including hull soundings. She was given a clean bill of health, clearly reflecting how carefully and well the boat has been maintained. If you are looking for a turn-key boat, built by one of the world’s leading shipyards, Rhapsody in Blue is a must see today
Accommodations
Entering from either the port or starboard side door, you step into an open and spacious salon. To port is a large, L-shaped “ultra suede” settee (new 2006), which is both easy to keep clean and incredibly comfortable for either lounging or dining. Excellent storage underneath provides easy access to the supplies required for extended, long-term cruising. At the forward end of the settee is a custom cherry cabinet, which not only provides a perfect landing place for a drink or book, but also houses the commercial-grade clear-ice maker.
In front of the settee is a custom teak dinning table, which can be raised for dining or lowered to cocktail table height with the push of a button. An in/out slide mechanism also enables the table to move to, or away, from diners, eliminating the need to shuffle guests about to gain access to seating space.
To starboard is the galley, complete with a 4-burner Thermador cooktop, full-size Thermador convection oven and microwave. A beautifully hinged countertop panel hides the cooktop when not in use, providing a very clean look and copious amounts of counter space. A Corian double sink, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer and excessive storage space are also hallmarks of this galley. This includes easy access to large pots and pans; a set of 4 full-extension cutlery, etc., drawers, as well as an upper end-cabinet with built-in, secure storage for everything from wine glasses and plates to bowls, tumblers and water glasses. A swivel-mounted TV for “anywhere in the cabin viewing,” DVD player and stereo system are all accessible from the aft end of this spacious galley.
Forward in the main salon, there is a chart table with electronics mounted above and across the forward port bulkhead. The lower helm station is to starboard, with a well-designed monitoring system and breaker panel underneath. The hidden on-board navigation computer is also located in this space, providing current Maine-to-Florida MapTech chart viewing access to the upper- and lower-helm station flat-panel monitors.
The beautiful teak and holly sole in the main salon is partially covered by a custom bordered rug that can be easily removed for cleaning or storage. Forward and slightly off-center is an inconspicuous ladder that provides direct access to the flying bridge, an invaluable feature in nasty weather. It is also a great way of handing up drinks or food while dining above or under way.
Forward and down two steps are the forward staterooms, separated by a fore-to-aft bulkhead. The starboard stateroom has two oversized stacked beds on the outside wall, complete with extremely comfortable custom mattresses and mold/moisture-proof “mattress enclosures.” Opening portholes, a large overhead hatch and one of three reverse-cycle air-conditioning units provide the forward staterooms with complete heating/cooling options.
At the forward end of the starboard stateroom is a separate head and shower. A large Corian sink and countertop, custom mirror and oversized medicine cabinet complement this space. The large storage cabinets and upper shelf space on the outer walls of the head also add to the ample drawer and hanging locker space of the starboard cabin.
The portside cabin, which has been used as a captain’s cabin in the past, has a single, oversized bed with drawers underneath and a hanging locker on the forward wall. The private head has an en-suite shower, Royal Flush head and a Pullman-style drop-down sink.
Moving aft from the main salon and down two wide steps is the Master stateroom. To starboard is a large, 4 foot wide by 3+ foot deep hanging locker, large writing desk, flat screen TV and more storage space. To port on the forward bulkhead is a built-in, floor- to-ceiling bookshelf with lower drawers, followed by the master head with separate shower stall, Corian sink and countertop, as well as tons of storage space. The custom mattress queen bed is aft on the port side. Aft center, three teak steps lead you up to the exterior aft cockpit.
The flybridge is spacious and welcoming, with cushioned bench seating on either side. Underneath, oversized storage bins currently store everything from a large on-b |
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