Offline

Cruisers Offline

This 1999 Island Packet 320 "OFFLINE" is the kind of cruising boat seasoned sailors wait for because the major work has already been done thoughtfully and correctly. The well-known Island Packet concerns have been proactively addressed, including a rebuilt engine, a new rudder, replaced tankage, and confirmed 316 stainless chainplates, removing the biggest barriers to confident ownership.

She was designed from the keel up for safe, comfortable coastal and offshore cruising, with a full keel, protected running gear, and conservative systems meant to be relied on at sea.

Extensive maintenance records support her condition and reflect long-term, knowledgeable stewardship. OFFLINE offers a surprisingly spacious interior that feels closer to a 40-footer than a 32, yet remains forgiving, sea kindly, and easy to handle, even for a single sailor. Her size keeps ownership practical, fitting comfortably in common marina slips while still delivering real cruising capability.

Designed by Bob Johnson and named Cruising World’s 1998 Best Midsize Cruiser, this Island Packet continues to earn loyalty through real-world performance rather than trends. As Hull 20 of only 54 built, she is a rare example with a three-owner history, long-term ownership, and conservative use. The cockpit is well protected and thoughtfully laid out, with a bridge deck, full enclosure, excellent visibility, and easy access to sail-handling controls. Below decks, generous ventilation, abundant storage, and a practical three-cabin layout make extended cruising or living aboard both comfortable and functional.

Upgrades and Major Maintenance

• Engine rebuilt and upgraded, including key supporting systems, 2022 to 2024

• New rudder and stainless rudder shaft installed in 2022

• All fuel, potable water, and holding tanks replaced with custom-fabricated tanks

• Chainplates confirmed 316L stainless with verified integrity

• Hull soda blasted, epoxy barrier coated, and bottom painted 2022

• Standing rigging replaced in 2018, and the rig was inspected aloft and tuned

• Reverse cycle Titanium MarinAire heat and air conditioning system installed in 2023

• Four Lifeline AGM deep-cycle house batteries installed in 2023

• Brightwork stripped and refinished 2024

• Freshwater engine flush and run system installed for simplified maintenance and winterizing

Turnkey, well documented, and clearly cared for, OFFLINE is an Island Packet 320 that inspires confidence and rewards owners who value safety, simplicity, and long-term cruising enjoyment.