1999 Grand Alaskan Pilothouse

1999 Grand Alaskan 64 Pilothouse "KNOT TO WORRY"

Arthur DeFever Design • Twin John Deere 6068s • ABT Bow & Stern Thrusters • Gyro Gale Stabilizers • Dual Generators • 2025 Garmin Electronics • 2025 Novurania Tender

This is the kind of yacht that immediately separates itself from the average raised pilothouse cruiser.

"KNOT TO WORRY" is a beautifully maintained 1999 Grand Alaskan 64 Pilothouse that presents with the care, cleanliness, and pride of ownership serious buyers hope to find but rarely do. She has the right design pedigree, the right layout, the right systems, and the kind of ongoing upgrades that show she has not simply been owned - she has been actively cared for.

Designed by Arthur DeFever, this Grand Alaskan carries the classic long-range pilothouse profile: traditional lines, Portuguese bridge, flared bow, wide walkaround side decks, raised pilothouse, spacious flybridge, and a layout designed for comfortable owner operation without the need for crew. Her combination of bow and stern thrusters, stabilizers, aft control station, protected side decks, substantial tankage, and redundant onboard systems makes her a capable and confidence-inspiring cruising yacht for the Pacific Northwest, Inside Passage, Alaska, San Juans, or extended coastal passagemaking.

This is not a tired older pilothouse yacht with a cosmetic polish.

This is a genuinely well-equipped, thoughtfully upgraded, exceptionally livable cruising platform.

Vessel Overview

Year: 1999
Builder: Grand Alaskan
Model: 64 Pilothouse
Design: Arthur DeFever
Vessel Name: KNOT TO WORRY
Boat Type: Power
Length Overall: 64'
Beam: 17'2"
Cruising Speed: 10 knots
Maximum Speed: 12 knots
Staterooms: 3
Heads: 2 tiled heads with electric macerator toilets
Main Engines: Twin John Deere 6068 diesels
Generators: Kohler 32kW + Northern Lights 12kW
Fuel Capacity: 1,400 gallons
Fresh Water Capacity: 350 gallons
Holding Tank: 100 gallons
Gray Water Tank: 100 gallons

Why This Grand Alaskan Stands Out

A yacht like this needs to be evaluated by systems, layout, upkeep, and usability - not just by length and year.

"KNOT TO WORRY" brings together the major items experienced cruising buyers want:

• Twin John Deere 6068 diesel engines
• Hydraulic ABT bow and stern thrusters
• Gyro Gale stabilizers with 4 fins
• Dual generators: 32kW Kohler and 12kW Northern Lights
• 1,400 gallons fuel capacity
• 350 gallons freshwater capacity
• HRO Sea Recovery Aqua Whisper watermaker
• Hydraulic Galley Maid windlass
• Nick Jackson electric davit
• 2025 Garmin electronics upgrades
• Starlink in-motion flat-mount antenna
• 2025 Novurania tender with Yamaha 50HP
• 5-zone Hurricane Chinook diesel/electric furnace
• 3-zone reverse-cycle air conditioning and heat
• Updated laundry appliances
• Updated induction cooktop
• Custom canvas winter cover
• Liferaft, survival suits, AED, and ditch bag onboard

This is an exceptionally complete cruising package.

Layout & Owner Operation

The Grand Alaskan 64 Pilothouse layout is one of the most practical arrangements in this size range. It gives owners real separation between living areas, pilothouse operation, guest accommodations, mechanical spaces, and outdoor entertaining areas.

The vessel is designed so a couple can operate comfortably without crew, aided by:

• Bow thruster
• Stern thruster
• Aft control station
• Raised pilothouse visibility
• Wide side decks
• Portuguese bridge
• Flybridge helm
• Hydraulic windlass
• Electric davit
• Stabilizers

This is a yacht built around actual cruising practicality, not just dockside appearance.

Salon

Entering through the twin aft doors from the aft deck, the salon is warm, bright, and inviting. Large salon windows and aft doors provide excellent natural light and ventilation, creating a space that feels open without losing the traditional warmth expected from a quality pilothouse yacht.

Salon Features Include:

• Large windows for natural light
• Twin aft entry doors
• Port L-shaped sofa
• Starboard lounge chairs
• Wood blinds in salon
• Flat screen Samsung 43" TV
• Amplifier entertainment system
• Bose and additional speakers throughout
• Comfortable social layout
• Direct flow to galley and aft deck

This is a proper cruising salon - comfortable enough for extended living aboard, but still functional and secure for serious passagemaking.

Galley

The galley is one of the most livable parts of the yacht. Positioned forward of the salon with a breakfast/serving bar and granite countertop separation, it remains connected to the social space rather than isolated.

Galley Equipment Includes:

• Granite countertops
• Breakfast / serving bar
• 2025 induction cooktop upgrade
• Full-size oven
• Full-size French door refrigerator/freezer
• Fisher & Paykel drawer dishwasher
• Trash compactor
• Microwave oven
• Fully outfitted cookware, dishes, glasses, utensils
• Coffee maker
• Toaster
• Water kettle
• Excellent cabinetry and storage

This is a real galley, not a token yacht kitchen. It is set up for extended cruising, entertaining, and living aboard.

Master Suite

Moving forward and down from the galley leads to the master suite.

The master cabin features an oversized queen berth and a large tiled ensuite head to starboard. This area also provides access to the engine room, which is a major benefit for owner-operators who want proper mechanical access without disturbing the salon or guest spaces.

Master Features Include:

• Oversized queen berth
• Large tiled ensuite head
• Electric macerator toilet
• Substantial storage
• Engine room access
• Comfortable private owner's retreat

Guest Accommodations

Forward and down from the raised pilothouse are the VIP and guest staterooms along with the second tiled head.

Guest Layout Includes:

• VIP stateroom
• Additional guest stateroom
• Second tiled head
• Electric macerator toilet
• Spacious staircase access from pilothouse
• Comfortable separation from master suite

The three-stateroom arrangement makes this yacht ideal for owners who cruise with family, guests, or extended company.

Raised Pilothouse

The raised pilothouse is the command center of the vessel and one of the defining features of this yacht.

Pilothouse Features Include:

• STIDD helm chair
• L-shaped settee behind helm
• Pilothouse table
• Settee converts to additional berth
• Port and starboard side deck doors
• Aft sliding door to upper deck
• Ice maker
• WIIM streaming audio system
• Excellent visibility
• Proper long-range cruising helm layout

This pilothouse is designed for real watchstanding and long-distance cruising, not just occasional operation.

Flybridge

The flybridge is fully enclosed with quality zippered fabric and polycarbonate windows, creating a protected upper helm and entertaining area.

Flybridge Features Include:

• Enclosed flybridge
• Quality zippered fabric
• Polycarbonate windows
• Two STIDD helm chairs
• Ample guest seating
• Storage beneath seating
• Starboard storage cabinet
• Excellent visibility
• Upper helm station

This is a major benefit for Pacific Northwest cruising, where protection from weather extends the season and improves comfort underway.

Aft Deck, Side Decks & Portuguese Bridge

The deck layout is exactly what experienced pilothouse buyers want.

Exterior Features Include:

• Portuguese bridge
• Large flared bow
• Wide walkaround side decks
• Large aft deck
• Aft bench with storage underneath
• Portside storage cabinet on aft deck
• Starboard aft helm station for docking
• Spacious swim platform
• Steps from swim platform to aft deck
• Practical tender access

The Portuguese bridge and flared bow create a secure forward working area, while the aft deck is large enough for entertaining, fishing, or relaxed cruising use.

Engine Room & Mechanical Access

The engine room is described as well lit, thoughtfully arranged, and accessible, with room to move around and reach major systems. Access is available from both the aft deck hatch and salon hatch, and the engine room can also be reached through the master suite area.

Mechanical Highlights Include:

• Twin John Deere 6068 diesel engines
• Soundproofed engine compartment
• Excellent access to systems
• Clean mechanical layout
• Spare turbo for main engine stored under V-berth
• Sea chest
• Regular oil sample checks through Blackstone

A quiet and accessible machinery space matters enormously on a cruising yacht of this size.

Stabilization, Thrusters & Handling

"KNOT TO WORRY" is equipped with the systems that make a 64' pilothouse yacht manageable and comfortable.

Handling & Stabilization Features:

• Hydraulic American Bow Thruster / ABT bow thruster
• Hydraulic American Bow Thruster / ABT stern thruster
• Gyro Gale stabilizers
• Four stabilization fins
• Aft docking station
• Hydraulic windlass
• Wide walkaround decks

This combination makes the vessel far more approachable for owner-operators and couples.

Generators, Power & Ship Systems

Power & Ship Systems Include:

• 32kW Kohler generator
• 12kW Northern Lights generator
• Glendinning aft shore power cord retrieval system
• HRO Sea Recovery Aqua Whisper watermaker
• Watermaker capacity: approx. 37.5 gallons per hour
• Sea chest
• Hurricane Chinook diesel/electric furnace
• 5 heating zones
• Touchscreen master heater control
• 3-zone reverse-cycle air conditioning / heat system

This is the kind of systems package expected on a serious long-range pilothouse yacht.

Electronics & Connectivity

Recent updates make the helm and onboard connectivity current and highly usable.

Electronics & Connectivity Include:

• 2025 Garmin XSV 86 series upgrades
• Three Garmin XSV 86 series displays
• Two new CHIRP scanning sonar 51M transducers
• Starlink in-motion flat-mount antenna
• Samsung 43" flat screen TV
• Amplifier entertainment system
• Bose and other speakers throughout
• WIIM streaming audio in pilothouse and master suite

The 2025 Garmin electronics upgrade and Starlink installation are major selling points for buyers intending to actually cruise.

Heating, Climate & Comfort

Comfort Systems Include:

• 2022 Hurricane Chinook 5-zone heater installation
• Thermostats for each zone
• Touchscreen master control
• Diesel and electric heating capability
• 3-zone reverse-cycle air conditioning / heat
• Updated washing machine and clothes dryer in 2025
• Ice maker in pilothouse

These systems make the boat practical for extended seasonal cruising, not just fair-weather use.

Tender & Gear Package

Included with the vessel is a strong tender and cruising gear package.

Tender:

• 2025 Novurania 14' tender
• Yamaha 50HP outboard

Additional Included Gear:

• Pot puller
• Survival bag
• Two crab pots
• Prawn pot
• Miscellaneous fishing rods / reels
• Additional fishing and cruising gear

A new 2025 Novurania with Yamaha 50HP is a major value addition and gives the yacht proper shore access, fishing utility, and anchorage flexibility.

Safety Equipment

Safety and emergency equipment onboard includes:

• 2025 purchased liferaft
• AED onboard
• Ditch bag onboard
• Survival bag
• Survival suits: 5 adult, 1 jumbo, 1 child

This is the kind of equipment serious cruising buyers appreciate because it shows the boat was outfitted for real use, not just dockside comfort.

Recent Updates & Notable Improvements

Recent upgrades and improvements include:

• 2025 Garmin XSV 86 series electronics upgrades
• Three Garmin XSV 86 series displays
• Two new CHIRP scanning sonar 51M transducers
• 2025 Novurania 14' tender with Yamaha 50HP
• 2025 liferaft
• 2025 washing machine replacement
• 2025 clothes dryer replacement
• 2025 induction cooktop installation
• 2024 custom canvas boat cover and storage bags for winterization
• 2022 wiper motors, arms, blades replaced
• 2022 synchronization controls added
• 2022 Hurricane Chinook 5-zone heater installed
• Starlink in-motion flat-mount antenna installed
• WIIM streaming audio systems added
• Regular Blackstone oil sample monitoring

Why "KNOT TO WORRY" Stands Out

The difference between an average older pilothouse yacht and a great one is simple:

Upkeep.

"KNOT TO WORRY" shows the kind of ongoing maintenance, updating, and ownership care buyers are looking for. She has the classic Arthur DeFever design pedigree, true three-stateroom layout, reliable John Deere power, massive fuel capacity, stabilizers, thrusters, dual generators, watermaker, full climate systems, modern Garmin electronics, Starlink, and a 2025 Novurania tender package.

This is a yacht that speaks immediately to pride of ownership.

Ideal for:

• Pacific Northwest cruising
• Alaska cruising
• San Juan Islands
• Inside Passage passagemaking
• Extended liveaboard use
• Couple-operated long-range cruising
• Family cruising
• Entertaining aboard
• Remote anchoring and exploration

"KNOT TO WORRY" is a highly capable, beautifully maintained Grand Alaskan 64 Pilothouse that offers the right combination of elegance, practicality, systems, and serious cruising capability