1995 Island Packet 40
$119,900
Boat in Charleston, SC 29401 US
Built in 1995
40
1 Engine (Yanmar)
40 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
The 1995 Island Packet 40 Dream Flower is a classic bluewater cruiser that has been thoughtfully upgraded by her current owners. Designed by Robert K. Johnson and built by Traditional Watercraft in Florida, the IP 40 is known for its solid fiberglass construction, full keel stability, and comfortable cutter rig-making her an ideal choice for passagemaking or extended coastal cruising.
This vessel has benefited from numerous recent improvements, including new standing rigging (2025), a lithium battery bank with a Victron management system (2024), an upgraded Balmar high-output alternator, inverter/charger, two new air conditioning units, and fresh bottom paint. Electronics have been modernized with a Raymarine Axiom chartplotter, radar, autopilot, and even a new Starlink for connectivity offshore.
Below deck, Dream Flower offers a warm and inviting interior finished in teak with a teak-and-holly sole. Two private staterooms and two heads provide comfortable accommodations, while the salon's L-shaped settee and fold-down table create a spacious gathering area. Excellent natural light and ventilation flow through 13 stainless steel ports, 7 deck hatches, and multiple dorades. The wrap-around galley features a new Force10 stove/oven, Adler Barbour refrigeration, and ample storage for extended voyages.
On deck, the spacious cockpit is designed for both comfort and safety, with long contoured seating, a folding table, a bimini and enclosure, and a well-protected helm.
Dream Flower is in a slip at Charleston Harbor Marina and Resort in Mount Pleasant, SC.
The interior of the Island Packet 40 is both attractive and functional, showcasing quality teak joinery and a teak and holly cabin sole. It features two private cabins, two heads, a comfortable salon, a convenient navigation station, and a secure galley. Natural light and ventilation are abundant, provided by thirteen stainless steel opening ports with new screens, seven new deck hatches, and four deck dorades.
Features:
- Air Conditioning 1: Velair i16 Marine Air Conditioning unit - 115V - 16,000 BTU (2024)
- Air Conditioning 2: Velair i10 Marine Air Conditioning unit - 115V - 10,000 BTU (2024)
- Per the vendor that installed the Lithium batteries, AC units, AC water pumps, inverter/charger, and upgraded alternator, the AC units can be powered by the batteries/inverter. The smaller unit can be run overnight without charging the battery bank with the engine/alternator.
- Low-power water pump for the AC units (2024)
- Teak and Holly cabin sole
- All deck hatches replaced (2023)
- Deck hatch covers (2023)
- Hatch screens
- Port screens (2024)
- 12V Fans
- LED blue lights
The forward cabin is located aft of the chain locker. It includes a large vanity with a stainless-steel sink, a teak shower seat, a curtain-enclosed shower, a head, storage cabinets, hot and cold water, a mirror, two opening ports, and an overhead hatch.
The forward cabin has three opening ports, deck vents, and a single hatch. It features a large double berth on the starboard side, complemented by teak shelves on the headboard and outboard. Storage is generous, thanks to the spacious cedar-lined hanging locker and drawers.
The salon was designed with comfort and safety in mind, equipped with four opening ports, four deck vents, two opening hatches, and overhead handrails. There is a single settee to port and an L-shaped settee to starboard, which pulls out to become a double berth. A drop-leaf table folds down from the forward bulkhead, revealing a storage/wine rack. Cabinets and bookshelves are positioned outboard of both settees, with large storage areas behind and beneath each settee.
The navigation station is located on the starboard side, between the salon and galley. It includes a hinged table with storage underneath, chart storage below the settee, and houses the master AC-DC electric panel and electronics equipment.
The wrap-around galley is located on the starboard side of the companionway.
- Adler Barbour refrigerator and freezer compartment
- Force10 stove and oven (2025).
- Double sink.
- Faucet
- Farberware Microwave.
- Storage: pot & pan locker, dish rack, cutlery drawers, storage drawer, teak paper towel holder, soap rack, and trash bin.
Opposite the navigation station, on the port side, is the aft head, featuring a curtain-enclosed shower, a teak seat, a toilet, a vanity, a mirror, a sink, storage cabinets, hot and cold water, two opening ports, and a hatch. Access to the head is available through a door located in the salon near the companionway and from the aft cabin.
The aft cabin offers a large double berth with a shelf above the headboard, a seat, a cedar-lined hanging locker, drawers, and storage beneath the berth. There are two opening ports and a hatch.
Construction - 100% hand-laid fiberglass construction throughout with ISO - NPG type gelcoat for maximum durability. All structural elements and reinforcements are designed to ABS standards. The hull is molded in one piece utilizing a proprietary pressure-fed application system with extra-strong triaxial glass, unified with an engineered molded interior grid structure. The deck laminate is cored with Polycore and attached to an integrally molded hull flange with bolts, lock nuts, and urethane adhesive sealant. All deck hardware is through-bolted with aluminum back plates. The deck features an integrally molded tan slip-resistant coarse diamond pattern and is ivory white to reduce glare. The cockpit is spacious and secure, featuring contoured cockpit seats that are nearly 8 feet long.
- Dinghy davits and a life raft mount - (not installed)
- Spacious cockpit with seating to port, starboard, and aft.
- The fiberglass helm pedestal has a hinged cockpit table.
- Sprayhood, bimini, and full enclosure panels
- Cockpit Cushions
- Swim ladder
- Upholstered folding chair
- Radar mast
- Starlink mast
- All deck hatches replaced (2023)
- Deck hatch covers (2023)
- Portlight screens replaced in 2025
- Secure bow pulpit with double anchor rollers and stainless rails.
- Windlass: Lewmar windlass with controls at the bow
- Primary Anchor: CQR with approximately 250' of 5/16" chain
- Secondary Anchor
- The propane locker is set into the starboard side deck.
- Cockpit shower.
- Six mooring cleats
- Fenders and dock lines
- The hull was compounded and waxed in November 2023.
- The bottom was painted in November 2023 by Marsh Harbor Boat Works in Beaufort, SC. The bottom is cleaned regularly by ICW Diving Services.
- Replaced the thru hulls, strainers, and connected hoses (11/2023)
- Non-skid decks refinished in 2021
The IP 40 features a cruising-friendly cutter rig that is flexible and easy to manage, with a stackpack and lazy jacks on the main, furling drums on the head sails, and a self-tending boom on the staysail.
- Standing Rigging: The wire standing rigging was replaced in 2025
- Selden Rod Kicker boom vang (2025)
- Tides Marine Mast Sail Track and Slide System (2025)
- Chainplates: Original
- Running Rigging (2024 and newer).
- 3) New Line Clutches (not installed)
- Quantum Mainsail (2006) - inspected and washed in 2025.
- Mainsail sail pack (2022)
- Quantum Genoa (2006) - Sunshield replaced by North Sails in 2023
- Staysail (age unknown) - Sunshield replaced by North Sails in 2023
- Sobstad X-HP Asymmetrical Spinnaker
- (2) Lewmar 48 primary winches
- (2) Lewmar 30 winches
- (1) Lewmar 8 winch
- Keel stepped aluminum mast (approx. 53' 8" air-draft).
- Mainsheet traveller.
- Genoa tracks.
- Richie 6" compass at helm.
- Standard Horizon Eclipse VHF at the Nav
- MFD: Raymarine Axiom hybridtouch at the helm (2021)
- Radar: Raymarine Quantum24 mounted on a stainless steel mast (2021)
- Raymarine Autopilot control at the helm (2021)
- Raymarine speed/depth/wind/heading (2021)
- Raymarine VHF in the cockpit (2021)
- Starlink mounted on a stainless steel mast (2025)
- All mast electrical wiring, VHF coax, and masthead wind instrument replaced (2025)
- New speed transducer (2025)
- Steaming light (2023)
- Engine: Yanmar 4JH2R 50 HP engine. Engine Hours: Unknown - 34 showing on the engine hour meter. 900 hours reported by the previous owner.
- Engine fluid and filter service by Oil in a Day's Work (September 2025)
- Replaced the packing in the stuffing box (11/2023)
- Replaced the engine mounts (11/2023)
- Replaced the cutless bearing (11/2023)
- Serviced the MaxProp (11/2023)
- Upgraded Balmar XT-DF-250-J10 high-output 12V/250A alternator (2024)
- Balmar Serpentine belt (2024)
- ARCO Zeus Alternator Regulator (2024)
- 120-volt AC and 12-volt DC panel with breakers.
- Shore Power: One Marinco 125V 30A inlet and one Hubbell 125V 30A inlet.
- Victron Energy battery monitor at the Nav (2024)
- Lithium Batteries: Three Victron Energy 12.8V-330 Ah Smart LiFePO4 Lithium batteries (2024).
- (2) Victron Lynx Distributor (2024)
- Victron Lynx Smart BMS 500 (2024)
- Victroin Cerbo GX (2024)
- Victron GX Touch 50 (2024)
- Inverter/Charger: Victron Multiplus II 12/3000/120-50 120V (2024)
- Steaming Light (2023)
- Shore power inlet and cord
- Water Tanks: Aluminum
- Holding tank: Aluminum
- (2) Raw water AC pumps (2024)
- Freshwater pump.
- Manual water pump at the galley sink
- Water Heater:
- Manual toilet in the aft head.
- Manual toilet in the forward head.
- Manual bilge pump.
- Electric bilge pump.
- Two aluminum propane tanks are set into a vented propane locker on the starboard side deck. New hoses, connectors, and regulator (2025).
- ACR Globalfix V4 EPIRB (Registration expires 04/02/2027)
- PFDs: Two West Marine inflatable life vests
- Jacklines
- Horseshoe lifebuoy.
- Flares.
- Five fire extinguishers.
- First aid kit.
- Smoke detector.
- CO2 detector.
- Propane monitor.
- Extensive inventory of spares, including mechanical filters, electrical components, plumbing fittings, cabinet latches, lights, impeller kit, a freshwater pump, and more!
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith, but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct their agents or surveyors to investigate such details as the buyer desires to be validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5/26 | Initial price | $119,900 |
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The 1995 Island Packet 40 has garnered positive feedback from customers who appreciate its exceptional craftsmanship and seaworthiness
Owners often highlight the robust construction, which instills confidence for offshore cruising and long voyages. The boat's spacious interior layout is frequently praised, offering ample living space and storage for extended trips. Many customers enjoy the rich, traditional wood finishes that create a warm and inviting atmosphere on board. The Island Packet 40 is also noted for its excellent maneuverability and performance under sail, making it a favorite among sailing enthusiasts. The user-friendly cockpit design enhances the sailing experience, allowing for easy handling even in varying weather conditions. Overall, customers commend the Island Packet 40 for its blend of comfort, durability, and sailing prowess, making it a reliable choice for both leisure sailing and serious adventures.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 1995 Island Packet 40 is a well-regarded cruising sailboat that offers a blend of comfort, performance, and durability. Here are some pros and cons to consider when evaluating this vessel:
Pros
Robust Construction: Island Packet boats are known for their solid build quality, and the 40 is no exception, featuring a fiberglass hull designed to withstand various sea conditions.
Spacious Interior: The layout provides ample living space with well-thought-out storage solutions, a comfortable saloon, and a functional galley, making long passages enjoyable.
Performance: With a moderate draft and a full keel design, the Island Packet 40 offers stable, predictable handling and excellent tracking, making it suitable for both coastal cruising and offshore passages.
Safe and Seaworthy: The boat’s design emphasizes safety with features like high freeboard, wide side decks, and a balanced helm, providing peace of mind in challenging conditions.
Amenities: The 1995 model often comes equipped with desirable features like a spacious cockpit, folding table, engine access, and comfortable seating, enhancing the on-board experience.
Longevity: Island Packet boats retain their value well and have a reputation for lasting durability, which can be appealing for long-term investments.
Cons
Weight and Speed: While the sturdy construction contributes to safety and performance, it also makes the boat relatively heavy, which can affect speed and maneuverability in lighter winds.
Draft: The full keel design provides great stability but can limit access to shallower cruising areas, which may be a consideration for those looking to explore coastlines or anchor in creeks.
Older Technology: Being a 1995 model, some systems may not benefit from the latest marine technology or modern conveniences found in newer boats, which may require upgrades.
Maintenance Costs: Older boats may require more maintenance and updates, particularly if previous owners did not keep up with necessary repairs or modernizations.
Initial Cost: Depending on the condition and equipment, the purchase price for a well-kept Island Packet 40 can be on the higher side compared to other similar cruising boats of its age.
Made For
The 1995 Island Packet 40 is designed for seasoned sailors and cruising enthusiasts who seek both comfort and performance on the water. This model is perfect for those who appreciate a well-crafted vessel with a strong emphasis on seaworthiness and livability. Whether you’re planning long coastal voyages or leisurely weekends on the water, the Island Packet 40 offers ample space for just a couple or a small crew. Its spacious interior features a thoughtfully designed layout, including a generous galley and comfortable sleeping quarters, making it ideal for extended cruising or family outings. With its sturdy construction and reliable sailing capabilities, this model appeals to those who value safety and stability. Additionally, it’s a fitting choice for sailors who want to enjoy the beauty of the open water without sacrificing the comforts of home. If you’re looking for a trustworthy and capable cruising sailboat, the 1995 Island Packet 40 is an excellent option.
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