Looking for the perfect liveaboard or reliable yacht to do the great loop, look no further. This 2005 60 Jefferson Marquessa is the PERFECT YACHT for the job. Instead Of  has a fantastic Fresh water pedigree and was just taken south as part of the Loop. Too many options to list, but please see some notable features below. 

Meticulously maintained by its previous and current owners. Powered by twin 825 HP MTU 60 Series Engines with a very efficient fuel burn. Both Engines and the Generator have been serviced and maintained on a regular basis. Instead Of is a great sea boat and offers complete stabilizer refit with electronic controls. 

The three staterooms with three heads make her a great family boat. Instead Of  has much of the feel and similarities of a 80 foot MotorYacht. The Bridge offers great visibility and much comfort for the entire family. With her Factory Hard Top and full enclosure provides protection from the elements while staying comfortable with her Heat & Air.

Some of Instead Of’s  Notable features Include

• Yacht Controller
• Upgraded Inverter System with Lithium house batteries
• Victron Charging management system Display at Helm
• Fuel Transfer system (new Pump)
• Spur Line Cutters
• Wesmar Stabilizer systemComplete Stabilizer refit (Upgraded from 4.5 to 9 sq ft. fins)
• Wesmar DSP5000 Digital Stabilizer Controls – Upgraded 3-Axis Control system
• Interior Decor including carpets and new upholstery on Fly Bridge
• Custom GalleyFull Size Refrigerator w/ Icemaker and cabinet upgrades
• Dishwasher
• Recent Full Mechanical service with Injectors and aftercooler service
• 22k BTU Heat/Air on BridgeNew A/C Pump
• Full Garmin Navionics SuiteDual 8616 Garmin Displays
• 4kW Open Array Radar on Hinged Baseplate Radar Mast
• Garmin Autopilot w/ Wireless Remote, New Hydraulic Pump 
• Garmin AIS
• Garmin Backup Camera
• 2 x Standard Horizon VHF Radios
• Starlink High Performance Dish Mounted on Hardtop
• New VRC3500 Windlass w/ capstan – 24V, 1500W5/16” HT Chain
• 105lb Mantus Anchor
• New ACR Remote SpotLight

Aft Deck & Transom/Platform

• Room for Outdoor seating
• Recessed overhead Lighting
• Overhead Speakers
• Snaps & Tracks for enclosure
• 4 step lighted stairway and railing leading to aft deck
• Swim platform
• Swim ladder
• Removable Platform Rails
• Up a half step to sport deck with two 4 foot SS railing units
• 30A & 50 AMP connector at transom +30A & 50 AMP connector forward starboard
• Phone/TV connector at transom + Phone/TV connector forward starboard
• 110 outlet at transom
• Sea water and fresh water wash downs
• Concealed hot and cold shower wand
• SS hatch to master
• Lazarette style storage compartment w/ mechanical & Steering access
• All non skid surfaces
• Glendenning cable master outlet
• Aft Deck electronic engine controls & bow thruster control
• Wet Bar w/ Icemaker & Storage
• Intercom

Salon

From the Spacious aft deck through a glass sliding door you enter into the galley/salon. You immediately feel like you are home.

• Wood Floors Throughout 
• Summit Wine Cooler
• Adjustable blinds
• Samsung Flat Screen Tv
• Storage beneath TV/ Stereo Cabinet
• Sound Bar & Surround sound speakers
• Custom Leather sofa w/storage underneath
• Window Treatments 
• 2 Stressless chairs with foot stools
• Light up Aquarium Art
• Ample Storage Throughout 
• Recessed LED Lighting – on Dimmers
• Folding Table

Galley

Aft of the Salon is a spacious galley. With many upgrades including a Full Size refrigerator, you have plenty of room for preparing meals for everyone onboard. 

• Full Size Refrigerator and Freezer
• Custom Cabinetry
• Upgraded Countertops
• GE Microwave 
• 3 Burner Kenton Cooktop
• Overhead Storage and Storage beneath cabinets
• Dishwasher
• Dual SS Sink

PilotHouse / Electronics

Instead Of’s  Pilot house is a very special area to be while cruising. This area offers seating for six and can also be used as a dining area with the high-low table with twin leafs. The Port and Starboard sliding doors make this vessel a breeze to handle, whether you are single handed the boat or simply making it safe while throwing lines to the dock. Other options include: 

• Platinum Series Pompanette Adjustable Helm Chair
• Intercom System
• Nine steps lighted staircase to Flybridge
• S.S. Sliding Windows w/screens to Port and Stbd
• Port & Stbd Sliding wing doors
• Storage beneath pilothouse stairs
• Chart Locker
• A/C Vents Below Windshield
• DD engine electric gauges
• Custom lighted etched glass divider between salon and pilothouse
• L shaped lounge w/leather cushions and underneath storage
• Burl expandable hi lo table
• Fire suppression controls
• Manual Emergency engine controls
• Full Garmin Electronics package (8616 Plotters)
• Garmin Autopilot with remote
• Garmin Open Array Radar 
• Detroit Diesel Digital gauges
• Victron Charging Management System
• Standard Horizon VHF
• ACR Remote Spotlight
• Windlass Controls
• Bow Thruster Controls
• Trim Tab Controls
• Wesmar DSP5000 Digital Stabilizer Controls
• 12V, 24V, & AC Electrical Cabinets
• A/C Controls
• 3 Wipers w/ washers & Helm speed Controls
• Rudder indicator
• Tank Quantity Indicators
• Recessed LED Lighting w/ Dimmers
• Trumper Airhorns
• Compass
• Nine steps lighted staircase to Flybridge
• Window Treatments / Curtains

Forward & Side Decks

Instead Of offers easy access to the foredeck through Port and Starboard sliding doors in the pilothouse. Easy access to operate the windlass VIA up and down foot controls. 

• 2 Bow Mounted Storage boxes for lines & Fenders
• VIP Deck Hatch
• Recessed Bow seating w/new cushions & Cover
• GFCI Outlet
• Marquip Boarding Ladder
• STBD Midship 50A & 30A Power Connections 

Outside Features

• Aft Deck docking station with thruster control 
• Folding Light mast for 19' 6” clearance to do the Great Loop
• 750 LB davit 
• Swim Ladder
• Removable Transom Platform Safety Rails

Office / Sitting Area / Stateroom

Moving forward from the Pilothouse you will find yourself in a nice sitting area with many options. This is a very versatile area as the seating area converts to a bed with a privacy curtain. You will also find a desk located to Starboard with plenty of storage you can enjoy while on extended cruises.

• Desk to stbd w/ lift top compartment
• 3 storage compartments, 2 compartments have electric plug-ins for computers
• Drawers beneath
• SS window ports w/ curtains
• 2 lighted hanging lockers
• Helm access panel
• Port side L shaped sofa lounge w/ neutral leather cushions convertible to sleeper set up
• Enclosed décor privacy curtain
• Enclosed TV compartment
• Lighting w/ dimmer
• A/C controls
• Phone intercom
• CO Detector
• Recessed Lighting
• Floor Access to Generator, Thruster, A/C Systems & Batteries

VIP Stateroom

The VIP stateroom has a Queen size bed with abundant storage underneath. The VIP also has two hanging lockers that will accommodate your guests' needs. The VIP also offers an En-suite head. 

• Pocket door
• Cherry Island 2 Step Pedestal Queen Birth w/ Built-in storage drawers
• Recessed Lighting
• 2 SS Window Ports
• Reading Lights
• Deck Hatch w/ screen
• Recessed Speakers
• Curtains
• CO & Smoke Detector
• Built in Cabinets w/ lots of storage
• Anchor locker access
• Floor access to Thruster tunnel
• A/C Controls

VIP Head

• Corian counter w/ oval sink
• Storage beneath
• SS faucets
• Medicine cabinet w/ mirror
• Towel holders
• Shower w/privacy doors
• VacuFlush head

Companionway

Moving aft from the sitting area will lead you to many areas including full Stand up engine rooms on both Port and Starboard sides. A guest stateroom is located on the port side and a full head on the Starboard side. All the way aft will lead you into the Master Stateroom. 

• New Stackable Washer/Dryer (Vented) 
• Bilge access through multiple recessed floor hatches
• Overhead LED Lighting
• Port & Stbd Engine room access doors (3 per side)

Day / Guest Head

The STBD Side Day head provides ample space with a separate Shower stall.. A hanging locker to port and drawers underneath the bed provide ample storage for your guest. 

• Vacuflush Head
• Built In Storage
• Vanity w/ corian Counter top and storage below
• Mirror 
• Towel Holders
• Recessed Dimable Lighting
• Separate shower Stall w/tempered glass door
• SS Port Window

Port Guest Stateroom

The Port Side stateroom offers enough room for two guests. A hanging locker to port and drawers underneath the bed provide ample storage for your guest. 

• Side by side berths running fore and aft -Twin beds
• Cherry wood nightstand w/lift top between births
• Recessed Lighting
• Reading Lights
• Intercom Phone
• 2 x SS Port Windows w/ Privacy curtains
• Hanging Locker
• Built in storage cabinet w/drawers & storage Locker (access to Port Stabilizer Pot)
• CO Detector

Master Stateroom

The Master Stateroom has a beautiful centerline King Bed, a walk-in closet to Port and a Full Size Head with Tub on Starboard. Both the Port and Starboard side of the bed offers ample storage for extended cruises. 

• King Size Bed with custom mattress
• Padded Headboard
• Walk-in Closet to portside 
• Phillips Flat Screen TV
• Cherry built in storage drawers to Port & Stbd
• STBD Make up counter
• Receded Dimable lighting
• Headboard mounted Reading Lights
• Stern Hatch access to transom
• A/C Controls
• CO Detector
• Intercom
• 4 SS Port Windows to Port & Stbd w/ Curtains

Master Head

• Tub w/shower and privacy doors
• SS shower wand
• Towel racks
• 3 door under counter storage
• Medicine cabinet
• Vacuflush head
• Fiberglass walls and ceiling for ease of cleaning
• Teak trim door 

Engine / Mechanical

Instead Of is powered by two MTU Detroit Engines with 825 HP each. Each engine has its on racor fuel system. Both engines are easily accessible through insulated doors on the companionway. Both rooms are well lit with LED lighting and cooled with intake and exhaust fans. Under the sitting area you will find a large hatch leading to the 15 kW Westerbeke generator and other mechanical items such as battery banks and a Inverter system. 

• Twin MTU Detroit 60 Series 825 HP engines
• Dueal Racor filters each engine
• Fuel Primer
• 15 kW Westerbeke Generator 
• Stabilizer Pump
• Orion - Tr Smart Chargers
• Inverter
• New Lithium House Batteries
• Bow Thruster
• Aluminum Fuel Tanks
• 1 Aft 50 AMP Shore Power Cable (Glendenning Cable Master)
• Carbon Monoxide detectors in all berthing spaces
• Fuel Transfer System w/ Manifolds
• Fire suppression system
• Sigh Tubes on the side of fuel tanks located in each engine room
• Fire Suppression system 
• High Volume Engine room blowers w/Demisters
• CLEAN painted bilges
• Oil Change System 
• Vacuflush Heads
• 30 Gallon Raritan Hot Water Heater
• 4 Split Cruise Air Systems with SMX digital Controls (80,000 BTU Total)
• New 22,000 BTU Cruise Air Unit on FlyBridge

Electrical

• 15 kW Westerbeke w/sound enclosure
• 120/240 volt AC system
• 50 AMP battery charger
• Lithium House Batteries
• Victron Inverter
• Stereo volume controls located throughout the yacht
• Electronics sub panel at lower helm
• 12V & 24V Volt DC system

Fly Bridge

Instead Of’s  Flybridge is an amazing part of the boat! Seating for 12 or more allows for great entertainment. 

• Full Factory Hardtop w/ Recessed Lighting
• Newer Strataglass Full Enclosure
• 22,000 BTU Dometic Heat/Air 
• Wet Bar with under-counter refrigerator 
• Electric Grill
• New Upholstery on all cushions 
• 750 lbs davit system 
• Full Garmin Electronic Package (8616 Garmin System) 
• Stabilizer controls
• Compass
• Clarion Stereo
• Dual Digital Engine Displays
• Remote Spotlight Controls
• Trim Tab Controls
• Rudder Indicator
• Standard Horizon VHF
• 2 Helm Chairs
• SS Access Gates
• Spare Anchor
• Aft Bridge Mounted Propane Grill
• Spare Anchor
• Garmin Camera
• 12' tender with 30HP Honda outboard