2005 Meridian 459 Motoryacht – Spacious, Comfortable, and Northwest-Ready
The Meridian 459 Motoryacht stands out for its thoughtful design, offering an impressively spacious and open layout that will surprise those unfamiliar with the model. With its generous two-stateroom, two-head configuration, this yacht delivers comfort and livability ideal for extended cruising or entertaining.
The full-beam aft primary stateroom features a queen island berth, large sliding glass doors opening to the cockpit, and an ensuite with separate shower and head compartments—creating a true owner’s retreat. The unique layout also includes a lower cockpit, an upper sundeck, and a roomy flybridge, providing a variety of protected and open-air spaces for relaxing or hosting guests.
Powered by twin 370hp Cummins diesels, this vessel offers smooth, quiet, and efficient cruising. The engine installation is exceptionally well executed, resulting in a refined experience underway.
This particular 459 is outfitted for comfortable year-round Pacific Northwest cruising. A full flybridge and sundeck enclosure extend the season, while systems like the diesel hydronic heat and reverse-cycle heating/air conditioning ensure comfort in any weather—including climate control on the bridge.
A Firstclass Davit system and 2019 Achilles center-console tender complete a practical and capable tender setup, ready for exploration.
For those seeking a well-appointed, spacious cruiser with true liveaboard potential, this Meridian 459 delivers exceptional value in the 45-foot class.
Notable Features and Equipment:
Diesel Hydronic Heating System
Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning & Heat (including Flybridge)
Quality Achilles Tender, 20hp, & Olsson RS-1 Davit system
Ultradeck Cockpit and Bathing Platform
Bow and Stern Thrusters
13.5kW Generator
Desirable Moorage in Sidney, BC
When stepping into this vessel you are greeted by an impressive saloon with high ceilings, plenty of windows for light but fitted with quality blinds for privacy. The space is very generous with a galley forward to port, two settees one convertible to a berth, a high low coffee/dining table, and entertainment features with the television and stereo.
Saloon
Galley - Located under the lower windshield provides excellent lighting, and the space is open to the salon to stay connected to guests onboard.
Primary Aft Stateroom
Ensuite Head Primary
VIP Stateroom - Located in the forepeak, you have an island double/queen berth with steps up on either side. A pleasant space and could be the primary stateroom on comparable boats.
Forward Guest Head
There is plentiful exterior deck space on this vessel divided on a few levels and areas. Most are nonskid gelcoat finished with the exception of the aft cockpit and bathing platform which is nicely fitted with Ultradeck style flooring.
Flybridge - The flybridge is fully enclosed, and is the perfect space for traveling, lounging at anchor, or entertaining.
Sundeck - This is a main transition point in the boat, access to the flybridge, foredeck, accommodations, or down to the cockpit. The sun deck is fitted with a hard top, and solid opening doors port and starboard. This area is part of the full enclosure.
Cockpit & Bathing Platform - Access to the vessel is generally from the cockpit or swim platform. There is plenty of space to walk past the tender/davit system and through the stern opening gate to the cockpit. Or at higher docks one can step over the cockpit coaming and use the steps down or up.
Being fitted with the Olsson RS1 davit system makes for easy launching, retrieval, and storage of the tender. This davit combined with the tidy10' Achilles tender is a great feature to start enjoying your time at anchor with less hassle.
Foredeck
Mechanical
This vessel is fitted with Twin Cummins 6BTA5.9, 370hp diesels with about 1360hrs at time of writing this listing. The engines start and run very well. The installation is well done and manage the sound and harmonics very well, resulting in a smooth quiet ride.
Electrical:
Additional Systems
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