Elsie Mae

Cruisers Elsie Mae

The Island Packet 45 offers exceptional safety and seakeeping, comfort and livability, superb craftsmanship and materials, and sparkling performance. The exclusive Full Foil Keel unifies the performance of modern hull and foil designs with the superior seakeeping, comfort and safety of a traditional long keel. This design adds numerous benefits for the cruising sailor: superior protection from damage or fouling for both rudder and prop, immensely strong integral hull and keel construction, and moderate draft with exceptional stability. On deck, the well-planned layout provides the safety and security needed in offshore conditions. Low speed maneuverability is aided by a bow thruster. The 45's innovative, practical and well-appointed accommodations are focused on both the requirements of extended cruising and a comfortable lifestyle when living aboard.

The navigation station features an upholstered armchair that swivels and adjusts on a recessed cabin sole track, a wide navigation table with hinged top and a storage tray below, and AC/DC electronic panels above the table. Carefully selected teak throughout the boat and chosen for both grain pattern and color is hand-crafted and varnished for a furniture quality fit and finish.