1989 Island Packet Yachts 27 "Bermuda Shorts" For Sale

1989 Island Packet 27 for Sale: Classic Cutter in Charlevoix, Michigan

A Timeless Cruiser for Adventurous Sailors

The 1989 Island Packet 27, affectionately named Bermuda Shorts, is a classic cutter designed for cruising enthusiasts who appreciate both comfort and performance. With her robust construction and proven design, this vessel is perfect for exploring coastal waters or enjoying leisurely days on the water. The Island Packet 27 is known for its seaworthiness and ease of handling, making it an excellent choice for both new and experienced sailors.

Comfortable Accommodations and Functional Design

Below deck, the Island Packet 27 features a warm and inviting interior with ample space for relaxation. The layout includes two double beds, accommodating up to four guests comfortably. The head offers practical amenities for extended cruising, while the well-equipped galley ensures that meal preparation is a breeze. This yacht is designed for socializing and enjoying time with family and friends, whether at anchor or underway.

Specifications - 1989 Island Packet 27

• Builder: Island Packet Yachts
• Model: 27
• Year: 1989
• Location: Charlevoix, Michigan, United States
• Length: 30 feet
• Beam: 10.5 feet
• Draft: 3.7 feet
• Displacement: 8,000 lbs
• Keel Weight: 3,000 lbs
• Engine: Yanmar 2GM20F, 18 HP
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Accommodations: 1 cabin, 1 head, sleeps 4

Notable Features:

• Manual anchor system
• Winch for easy sail handling
• Manual sunshade for added comfort
• Teak exterior flooring for aesthetic appeal
• Raymarine electronics for navigation
• Bottom paint for protection and performance

Bermuda Shorts is a 1989 Island Packet 27 with many recent nice upgrades. Don't miss the full specifications and photos!

Bermuda Shorts is now on the market. This 1989 Island Packet 27 has seen great care under the current owners watch. Lots of nice new upgrades. If you are looking for an affordable cruiser in this size range this boat is not to be missed. In the water now and ready for your inspection.

Recent Upgrades

• All new Tan Sunbrella sail covers including new jib sun cover
• New companionway dodger- Tan Sunbrella
• New Aft Cockpit Bimini- Tan Sunbrella
• New bottom paint
• New Boot stripe
• Hull compounded and polished
• Much of the teak completely refinished with 8 coats of varnish....project still ongoing currently.

Cabin and Layout

The interior is spacious and well laid out. There is a V-berth forward to sleep two in comfort. The head compartment is to starboard and features a manual flush toilet, sink and vanity, teak dressing and shower seat. To port there is a full length settee and hanging locker forward. The salon sole is teak and holly with bright finish. There is a drop down bi-fold teak salon table with storage shelves behind. To starboard is another settee that connects to the aft starboard quarter berth that double as good storage. The galley is to port at the base of the companionway. There is a two burrner alcohol stove, sink with hot and cold water and an ice box not to mention storage.

Sailing and Sailing Gear

Mainsail with new cover

Genoa on roller furler new suncover

Staysail self tacking with jib boom and new cover

Mast winch

Line stoppers and winches port and starboard on cabin top

Two Self Tailing genoa winches on cockpit coaming

Boom vang

Traveler

Genoa fairlead tracks "outboard"

Running rigging "some just replaced"

Deck Equipment

• Teak anchor pulpit with two rollers
• Stainless steel bow rail
• Stainless steel stern rail
• Stanchions and life lines
• Foredeck hatch
• Head compartment hatch
• Teak cap rails
• Teak accent strips
• Teak coaming boards finished bright
• New companionway dodger
• New aft cockpit bimini
• Teak companionway washboards
• Binnacle

Other features

• Bilge pump - Electric with float switch
• 12 volt ships power - two batteries
• 110 volt shore power with charger and shore cord
• Wheel steering
• Main electrical distribution panel
• VHF radio Ray 33
• Datamarine : Wind, Depth and Speed instruments
• Compass
• Steel cradle
• (2) anchors with rode and chain
• Navigation and interior lighting
• Manual bilge pump