Boat Overview
The Island Packet 40 has earned an outstanding reputation as one of the world's premier bluewater cruising yachts. Designed by Bob Johnson, she combines exceptional offshore capability, robust construction, and a warm, spacious interior that has made the model a favourite among serious passagemakers and liveaboard cruisers alike.
Second Spray is an exceptionally well-cared-for example that has spent much of her life cruising the Caribbean under experienced owners. She has benefited from continuous maintenance throughout the years resulting in a yacht that is ready to continue her next adventure.
The Island Packet's trademark full keel, cutter rig, and secure cockpit brings reassurance in blue water conditions. All sail controls are led aft, making her easy to manage short-handed or single-handed, while her forgiving sailing characteristics provide a comfortable ride offshore without sacrificing performance.
Below deck, the rich teak interior creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. The spacious saloon, generous galley, and comfortable accommodation make extended cruising a pleasure. The forward owner's cabin features an ensuite head, while the aft head offers additional convenience. Excellent engine access through multiple hatches makes routine servicing straightforward—an important feature for serious cruisers.
Mechanically, Second Spray has been maintained to an exceptionally high standard throughout her life. The Yanmar diesel starts immediately, has received regular oil and filter changes without exception, and the engine compartment has been kept meticulously clean, allowing any maintenance issues to be identified immediately. An inventory of spare parts remains aboard, reflecting the careful ownership and offshore preparation that this yacht has always enjoyed.
Currently lying in the Dominican Republic's Puerto Bahía Marina, Second Spray is well positioned for Caribbean cruising. This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a proven offshore cruiser that has been consistently maintained by knowledgeable owners and is equipped for comfortable, safe cruising anywhere in the world.

Additional Information
Accommodation
The 1995 Island Packet 40 features a thoughtfully designed two-cabin, two-head layout that offers exceptional comfort and privacy for owners and guests alike. Entering from the cockpit, the companionway leads into a spacious salon with generous seating and a folding dining table to port, complemented by abundant storage throughout. The well-appointed U-shaped galley is located to starboard, providing a safe and practical workspace underway. Forward, the owner's stateroom features an island double berth, generous locker space, and a private ensuite head with shower. Aft, the guest cabin offers a spacious double berth, excellent storage, and a private ensuite head, creating two fully independent accommodation areas. Rich teak joinery, numerous opening ports and hatches, and excellent ventilation create a warm, inviting interior equally suited to extended cruising or comfortable liveaboard life.

Interior Comforts and Amenities
Salon

Custom Ultrasuede upholstery with Luxury Firm foam and HD23 soft foam cushioning (Oct 2014)
Sunbrella Dupione settee slipcovers (Sept 2020)
Folding salon dining table
Additional storage shelving installed behind settees
Teak inserts added to glass and drink station shelving
LG 24" flat-screen HDTV (2021)
Bose SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth speaker
Bestek 12V to 120V 200W inverter
Fusion 3-zone DVD/CD/AM/FM/Sirius-capable stereo system
(2) Salon speakers
Imtra warm white LED ambient rope lighting
All interior lighting converted to LED
Weems & Plath brass ship's clock and barometer


Cabins

Forward owner's cabin with island double berth
Tempur-Pedic mattress with hypoallergenic cover
Dri-Deck ventilation panels beneath mattress
Spacious aft guest cabin with double berth
(5) Cabin fans:
(1) Ultimate 757
(2) Sirocco II (2020)
(2) Hella Turbo fans
Oceanair hatch screen/shade systems installed throughout (2010), with replacement components installed from 2019 to 2021
Zarcor "Peek-a-Boo" portlight shades
Replacement portlight screens (2019)
Removable shelving added to hanging lockers
Additional cabinetry installed beneath cockpit coaming
Custom Sunbrella hanging locker for storage (2012)


Heads

(2) Private heads
Forward head with Airhead composting toilet
Full shower with King Starboard shower seat
Full wraparound shower curtain system
Aft head with manual Raritan PHII toilet
Toilet rebuild with new slow-close seat (Dec 2021)


Navigation Station

Dedicated chart table
Electrical panel access
RAM mount
iPad Pro 12.9" holder
(3) Blue Sea Fast Charge dual USB outlets
(3) 12V power outlets


Galley

U-shaped galley
Gimbaled 3-burner Princess propane stove with oven and broiler (2013)
Updated burner components and igniter (Dec 2021)
Double stainless steel sink
Pull-out marine faucet
Freshwater hand pump
Saltwater faucet
Spectra Cape Horn Extreme 15 GPH watermaker (2013)
Watermaker pumps replaced (2019)
New Dow Filmtec membrane (Mar 2021)
Custom Frigoboat refrigerator/freezer conversion with Danfoss compressor (2011)
Glacier Bay insulated refrigerator lid
Atwood 11-gallon water heater (2012)
Custom spice rack
Additional companionway storage cabinet
Microwave removed and replaced with matching teak cabinetry
(2) Propane tanks with regulator replaced (2018)
Additional 8.5 lb aluminum propane tank
Plexiglass galley divider protecting navigation electronics


Electronics and Navigation

ACR GlobalFix V4 Category 2 EPIRB with replaceable lithium battery (2019)
Raymarine Axiom 9" Wi-Fi touchscreen chartplotter with AIS and radar overlay (Jan 2021)
Raymarine 18" Digital Radome radar, mast mounted (Mar 2013)
Vesper WatchMate 850 Class B AIS transceiver (2019)
Shakespeare 4' AIS broadband VHF antenna (2012)
Raymarine Evolution EV-1 autopilot with ACU400, P70S control head, and Type 2 linear drive (Jan 2021)
Autohelm i40 depth/speed display (2015)
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