Designed by Bob Johnson and built by Island Packet Yachts, the Island Packet 35 is a full-keel cruising sailboat renowned for its rock-solid construction, forgiving motion at sea, and thoughtfully appointed interior. Whether you're planning coastal weekends or serious offshore passages, this vessel delivers the stability and comfort that have made Island Packet a trusted name among cruising sailors for decades.
Hull & Rig
The IP35 features a full keel with an attached rudder, giving her excellent tracking, directional stability, and the kind of predictable handling that inspires confidence in rough conditions. She's rigged as a cutter, offering flexible sail combinations—from a full genoa in light air to a staysail-and-reefed-main setup when the breeze builds. Solid fiberglass construction and Island Packet's reputation for overbuilt hulls mean this boat is built to handle real bluewater work, not just fair-weather sailing.
Deck & Cockpit
A deep, protected cockpit keeps crew secure underway, while wide side decks and sturdy handrails make moving fore and aft safe even in a seaway. The cockpit is set up for shorthanded sailing, with winches and lines led for easy control.
Interior
Step below and you'll find a surprisingly spacious, well-lit cabin with teak joinery, comfortable seating, and smart storage throughout. The layout typically includes a private forward stateroom, a functional galley suited for extended passages, a dedicated nav station, and a head with a separate shower stall. Headroom and ventilation are generous for a boat of this size, making her livable for extended cruising, not just daysailing.
Systems & Performance
Owners consistently praise the IP35 for her easy motion offshore—she doesn't pound or hobbyhorse the way lighter, fin-keel boats can. She's not the fastest boat in her class, but she rewards patient sailors with predictable, comfortable passages and minimal drama in a blow.
Why Buy an Island Packet 35
This is a boat for sailors who prioritize seaworthiness, comfort, and long-term reliability over outright speed. With a loyal owner community, strong parts and service support, and a well-earned reputation for going anywhere safely, the Island Packet 35 remains a smart choice for cruisers looking to explore near or far.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Air Conditioning: 16,000 Btu’s
Ports: 10 opening ports
Hatches: 5 opening hatches
Cabin Sole: Teak and Holley, Very Good Condition
Nav Station: Aft Facing
Dinette Table: Folds against bulkhead
Settee(s): port and starboard
Head: Large head compartment with shower stall
GALLEY
Stove/Oven: Princess 3 Burner Stove with Oven
Refrigeration:
Freezer:
Sink: Double Stainless Steel sinks
Water: Hot and Cold pressure water
Water Heater:
Cabinets: Several cabinets
ELECTRONICS
Plotter: Simrad Cruise 7
Autopilot: Raymarine Wheel Pilot
Speed/Depth: Raymarine i50
VHF: Icom IC-M424G
Stereo: Pioneer DEH-2800MP
Compass:
ELECTRICAL
12v system:
110v system:
Battery Charger:
Batteries:
Shore Power: Single 30 amp 125 volt inlet
Interior Lights:
Nav Lights:
GFCI Outlets: in Galley and Head
SAILS & RIGGING
Main: New in 2019
Genoa: New in 2017
Staysail: possibly original
Roller Furling: Harken
Vang: Solid Vang
Primary Winches: Lewmar 43 ST
Halyard Winches: Lewmar 16 ST
Clutches: 4
Windex:
Backstay:
Traveler:
Mast Height:
DECK & HULL
Hull Color: Cream
Deck Color: Cream
Draft: 4’6”
Canvas: Bimini Top (Dodger Canvas is only useful as a pattern)
Cockpit Shower:
Anchor: CQR and Danforth
Windlass: Simpson Lawrence Electric Windlass (Inoperable)
MECHANICAL
Engine: Yanmar 3HM
Air Conditioning: 16,000 Btus
Prop: 3 Blade
Steering: Rack and Pinion
Water Tank: 90 Gallon
Fuel Tank: 48 Gallon
Holding Tank: 15 Gallon
Head: Jabsco Manual
In Need of Attention
Chainplates are Original
Standing Rigging is Original
Holding Tank has a leak (This original holding tank is very easy to access under the port settee.)
Windlass is inoperable
Engine hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.
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