Meridian 490 Pilothouse

About

By combining great accommodations, good looks and practicality the Meridian 490 is a proven and appreciated design.  This 490 provides three cabins, two heads, an open concept main cabin, generous flybridge and an exceptional pilothouse.  This particular vessel is very well equipped, has low hours of use and has been kept in a boat house since 2007.  A few of the many notable features are:

• Grand Pilothouse
• Three Cabin, two head layout
• Low Hour Cummins Diamond Series Diesels
• Multi Zone Hydronic Heating System
• 11' Caribe Tender
• 9KW Silenced Onan Genset

If you are looking for a spacious cruiser to explore and spend time on our coast it is hard to beat the comforts and value being offered here with this Meridian 490.  I encourage you to review the photos and full specifications to see what a nice example of this design this is.  Call today as we look forward to showing you this great cruiser. 

Note: The 57' boat house for this vessel is located at Canoe Cove Marina in Sidney, BC and is being offered for sale with or without the boat at a price of $75,000 CDN.

Overview:

The accommodations consist of a main Saloon and Galley on one large open level.  There are two small stair cases leading form the main Cabin, up to the Pilothouse and down to the three guest cabins, heads and laundry.  

Note all spaces in this vessel have individual heat control centrally run from a large Webasto, Hydronic heating system.  This system has a custom silencer and heats the domestic hot water as well.

Main Cabin:

The main saloon is bright and open with large windows all around.  There is a comfortable L-shaped convertible sofa, portable dining/coffee table and a comfortable arm chair with ottoman. This is a rich open space and will be a pleasant space to relax and socialize.  There is a Toshiba television and 5 DVD disc player for entertainment.

Master Stateroom:

This design has a master stateroom forward, fitted with an island queen berth.  There is an ensuite head that offers a vacuflush toilet, vanity, stand up shower/bathtub combo.   Attached to the master is the third cabin that acts as a large walk in closet or separate stateroom with twin single bunks.  Opening ports and hatches are all fitted with bug screens. Note that there is a Splendide 5200 Washer/Dryer located in the hallway beside the cabins.

Guest VIP Stateroom:

This cabin is located Port midship and is fitted with a large double berth, hanging locker, good storage and some floor space for changing clothes.  This cabin is located immediately adjacent to the main head that is Starboard Midship.

Guest Head:

The guest head is located Starboard midship and is fitted with a vanity, Vacuflush toilet, separate stand up shower and good storage.

This is a bright open galley with a counter service facing aft towards the main saloon.   The galley is spacious, practical and is on the same level as the main cabin.   

• Norcold Fridge & Freezer
• Princess three burner electric stove/oven
• Large GE Microwave/Hood Fan combination
• GE Profile Trash Compactor
• Double Stainless Steel Sinks
• Corian Counter Tops
• Organised Storage

Pilothouse:

The pilothouse is spacious and a great space to spend some extended time with a view.  There are both Port and Starboard sliding doors.   The pilothouse windows are large and fitted with three window wipers which give great visibility.   There is seating in the pilothouse that can be expanded to five persons on the bench seating and one in the helm seat.   

• Expandable Table
• Main electrical panel hidden in attractive cabinetry
• Raymarine E120 Charplotter, Radar, Depth
• Raymarine ST60 Graphic Multidata Display
• Danforth Compass 3.5"
• Icom VHF ICM602
• JBL Marine CD/AM/FM Stereo with pilothouse speakers
• Vetus Bow Thruster Control
• Spotlight Control
• Trim Tab Control
• Hydraulic Shift and Throttle control
• Defrost heating outlets
• Adjustable Helm Seat

Flybridge Helm:

• Vetus Bow Thruster Control
• Hydraulic Engine Controls
• Remote Spotlight Control
• Raymarine E-80 Plotter, Radar, Depth Display
• Command Mic for VHF control
• Trim Tab Control
• Adjustable helm seat

Cockpit:

The aft cockpit is large and has a full windowed enclosure.  There are three opening hatches in the cockpit sole and a walk through transom gate leading to a large swim platform.  A large sliding door opens into the main cabin and a ladder access the the aft top deck. There are a number of storage options located within this cockpit.  Custom stern washdown system fitted in the cockpit.

Foredeck:

The foredeck is easily accessed from either Port or Starboard pilothouse doors. The foredeck is surrounded by stainless steel rails and is fitted with a nice built in bench seat. 

• Four opening Hatches
• Cushioned Bench Seating With Cover
• Muir Cougar Anchor Windlass
• Washdown with drain pan for cleaning
• 60lb CQR Anchor with 300' of 3/8" Chain
• Fender Holders (Currently Stored Off Boat)
• External pilothouse window and door covers

Flybridge:

The flybridge is easily accessed with a short stairway from the pilothouse, it is generous and would be a great place for entertaining.  There is ample seating and storage for the large tender.   

• Bimini
• Canvas covers for all upholstery and tender
• Storage under bench seating
• Large electric crane with spreader bar for hoisting tender
• Weaver removable chocks for storage of tender
• Ladder from cockpit is the second access point
• 2005 Caribe DL11 RIB Tender, Console Steering, 25hp Yamaha, GPS, Depth, Plug for Downrigger or Prawn Puller
• Custom Cherry table fits in place of upper helm seat for dining or entertaining

• 9KW Onan Generator (120hrs) with improved sound shielding and exhaust silencer
• 50 Amp Shorepower Connection with 50 Amp Cable
• 50-30 Amp Shorepower Adaptor with 30 Amp Cable
• 2000 Watt Prosine Inverter Charger on House Bank
• 800 Amp house bank
• 12V Engine Starting Batteries
• 12V Generator Start Battery
• 2 @ 12V Batteries for 24 Volt Thruster, Separate 24' Xantrex Charger with remote display
• Ventilation fan in battery storage area

• Uline Icemaker
• Assorted lifejackes
• Assorted fenders and mooring lines
• Portable oil change pump with quick connections
• 14hp 24 Volt Keypower Bow Thruster
• Cell phone booster package with antenna
• ZF Gears & Shaft Saver Couplers
• Quick change raw water impeller covers
• Shaft Brushes tied to bonding system
• Dripless shaft seals
• Last haul, bottom paint & zinc replacement was done July 2015
• Efficient cruise speed of 11kts at 1900 RPM at approximately 11 GPH

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.

Canadian vessels are for sale while located in Canada and are not for sale while located in the USA. Foreign registered vessels are not for sale while located in Canada.