1989 Island Packet 35 Cutter — Solstice
Bluewater Cruiser | Full Keel | Cutter Rig | Liveaboard Ready
Solstice is a 1989 Island Packet 35 Cutter built by Island Packet Yachts, a builder renowned for producing some of the most trusted bluewater cruising sailboats ever built. The Island Packet 35 is highly regarded for its full-keel, heavy-displacement design, exceptional stability, and offshore capability.
This vessel has an established cruising history, including the Intracoastal Waterway, Florida, the Bahamas, and extensive East Coast passages. She is properly equipped for extended cruising, liveaboard use, and offshore sailing.
The full keel and cutter rig provide excellent tracking, gear protection, and flexible sail handling. With a Comfort Ratio of 31.27 and a Capsize Screening Formula of 1.85, the Island Packet 35 offers a stable, confidence-inspiring motion at sea and is well suited for serious cruising.
Below deck, Solstice features a practical and comfortable layout designed for long-term use, including a forward V-berth, port-side head with shower, spacious main salon with opposing settees, aft-facing navigation station, large starboard galley with deep sink and refrigeration, and a port quarter berth. Storage, ventilation, and usability are excellent throughout.
She is set up for off-grid cruising with an upgraded electrical system, two 180-watt solar panels, a wind generator, and generous fuel and freshwater capacity.
A 9-foot dinghy, 9.8 HP Yamaha outboard, and transom-mounted davits are included, making anchoring out and shore access easy and practical.
Solstice represents a rare opportunity to acquire a proven Island Packet 35—an honest, capable bluewater cruiser for buyers seeking safety, comfort, and long-range cruising ability.
Location: Washington, North Carolina at McCotters Marina & Boatyard
