Celebrating Excellence: Sean Meagher Wins ACREW Best Captain Master Unlimited Award 2024
Sean Meagher has been awarded the 2024 ACREW Best Captain Master Unlimited Award, sponsored by YPI Crew!
BLU WAVE (Name Reserved) is a 2018 Cruisers Yachts 50 Cantius that has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully upgraded. With Garmin electronics and Volvo Penta IPS-600 engines, maneuvering in any condition is made easy. It can comfortably accommodate up to six guests in three staterooms, allowing for effortless entertaining. The open and single level living spaces exemplify the perfect blend of indoor-outdoor living. Experience the exceptional performance, luxurious accommodations, and sleek styling of BLU WAVE (Name Reserved).
Stepping aboard BLU WAVE (Name Reserved) from the swim platform you will find ample space for a tender, easy launched using the hydraulic platform. Centerline on the transom is a Kenyon electric grill and large preparation area with two cupholders. Operated on a hydraulic lift, is a large storage space for fenders, lines, and safety equipment. Additional storage can be found to both Port and Starboard.
Moving up four steps, and accessible on both Port and Starboard, to the cockpit is a large settee with comfortable seating for guests and complete with custom hi-lo pedestal table, installed in 2020. A retractable awning provides ample shade to the cockpit area. To Port are two barstools in front of the electric window that opens to a large galley. Control stations with joystick controls can be found on both Port and Starboard. Under the Starboard control station is an upgraded Vitifrigo ice maker. Complete with custom gray cockpit carpeting, the living spaces exemplify indoor and outdoor living.
Access to the stand-up engine room can be found underneath the cockpit hatch and down a ladder. Mechanical systems, including the Volvo Penta IPS-600 engines, Kohler 15kW generator located forward, and upgraded invertor can easily be accessed for maintenance. Easily labeled and accessed, you’ll notice the Fireboy fire suppression system, and Glendenning cable master. A battery bank, featuring six all new house batteries is located to Port. With lots of space for paddleboards, or additional equipment, the engine room will amaze.
Wide side decks and easy to grasp railings allow for effortless access to the foredeck. Two large loungers with adjustable height are the highlight of the foredeck. Shade can easily be added using the stand and an adjustable table is centerline. Forward is an opening hatch and hatch to access the anchor systems. Visible looking aft is the mounted FLIR system with enhanced night vision.
Entering the single level living spaces, you’ll find that BLU WAVE (Name Reserved) boasts a volume seen in much larger yachts. A u-shaped galley opens to the bar stools providing an exquisite bar area, storage can be found underneath. To Port is a convection oven and microwave and two burner cooktop, more storage can be found overhead. Located to the corner of the galley is a large round stainless-steel sink. A Vitifrigo drawer refrigerator and storage underneath complete the galley area. To Starboard is stacked Vitifrigo drawer freezer and refrigeration. Above is a large countertop with controls to the Fusion and Polk stereo system. Moving up is a Jenson television and additional storage cabinets. Immediately you’ll notice the high gloss walnut cabinetry, bright stainless-steel accents, and charcoal oak flooring. The richly covered upholstery, recently upgraded in 2022, completed the living spaces in a calming stone gray. A large u-shaped sofa can be found to Starboard, moving forward slightly is a dinette. The high gloss foldout table can comfortable seat over five guests during a plated dinner.
Spanning the salon are large arched windows that allow for excellent visibility and natural light. Privacy is easy using the blinds. Across the salon to Starboard is the fully-equipped helm station. Two 17-inch Garmin displays provide electronic readings of all mechanical systems, live feeds from onboard camera and FLIR systems, and AIS. Maneuvering BLU WAVE (Name Reserved) is effortless using the joystick controls to Starboard of the helm. Opening windows to Port and Starboard along with a retractable sunroof only further enhance the indoor and outdoor living spaces.
Moving down five steps is a foyer opening to the three private staterooms and guest head. To Starboard you’ll find a bunk room complete with four storage drawers and large closet with custom shelving. Above the closet is a Jensen television and across the stateroom, above the nightstand, is access to the control panel. The large sleeping spaces paired with ample natural light give this stateroom a much larger feel. A VIP stateroom can be found centerline forward, it features a large walkaround queen berth and four storage drawers. Complete with a Jensen and Polk stereo controls, your guests will feel a sense of privacy. To Starboard is a large cedar lined closet and to Port is private access to the guest head. The guest head, which also opens to Port in the foyer, boasts a standing glass shower stall, large vanity with storage cabinets behind the mirror. A Dometic electric toilet with macerator completes the head.
The Owner’s Stateroom can be found to Port, upon entering you’ll find a private head to Port. Featuring a standing glass shower stall, large vanity with storage cabinets, and Dometic electric toilet the head provides spacious privacy. Moving forward to Starboard is a cedar lined hanging locker, and stepping down to the full-beam owner’s stateroom. A comfortable sofa or day bed can be found under the massive opening windows providing natural light throughout. To Port is a Jensen television, Polk stereo controls, and a Spendide washer/dryer. A queen walk-around berth offers the ultimate in comfort.
BLU WAVE (Name Reserved) features excellent headroom throughout the living spaces. With its luxurious amenities and spacious layout, BLU WAVE (Name Reserved) is a yacht that truly stands out. From the ample storage space for tender and equipment, to the comfortable seating and custom hi-lo pedestal table in the cockpit, every detail has been carefully considered for ultimate comfort and convenience. The single level living spaces boast a volume typically seen in larger yachts, with a well-equipped galley, high gloss walnut cabinetry, and bright stainless-steel accents. The salon features large arched windows for excellent visibility and natural light, while the fully-equipped helm station makes maneuvering a breeze. The three private staterooms offer luxurious accommodations, with the Owner’s Stateroom featuring a private head and a full-beam layout for maximum comfort. With its impeccable design and attention to detail, BLU WAVE (Name Reserved) is sure to impress even the most discerning yachting enthusiasts.
Sean Meagher has been awarded the 2024 ACREW Best Captain Master Unlimited Award, sponsored by YPI Crew!
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