Antares is a 2001 Island Packet 380. These boats are nothing short of legendary in the world of bluewater cruising. Built with the rugged strength, thoughtful design, and seaworthy engineering that Island Packet Yachts is renowned for, this 38-foot cutter-rigged cruiser is one of the most capable and comfortable vessels in her class — tailor-made for serious offshore adventures and extended liveaboard life.
From the moment you step aboard, the quality and craftsmanship are immediately apparent. The solid fiberglass hull, protected full keel with fully encapsulated ballast, and skeg-hung rudder speak volumes about this boat’s ocean-going pedigree. The hull-to-deck joint is solidly bonded and mechanically fastened — built not just to withstand the elements, but to thrive in them. Whether crossing oceans or exploring remote coastlines, the Island Packet 380 inspires confidence with every nautical mile.
Equipped with a powerful yet manageable cutter rig, the IP380 offers an incredibly versatile sail plan ideal for all wind conditions. With roller furling on both the genoa and staysail, reefing is safe and easy from the cockpit — a critical feature for shorthanded sailing. Her long waterline and moderate displacement provide a smooth, sea-kindly motion offshore, while her deep bilges and balanced weight distribution contribute to impressive stability in heavy weather. Despite her traditional full keel design, the 380 sails efficiently and tracks beautifully. Her performance in light air is admirable for a cruising boat of her class, and when the wind builds, she feels rock-solid and composed, cutting through waves with minimal pounding or hobby-horsing.
Down below, Antares is a true sanctuary. Designed with liveaboards and long-distance cruisers in mind, the layout is spacious, intelligently organized, and finished in beautifully hand-crafted teak. High-quality joinery, solid wood doors, and durable materials throughout create an interior that is both elegant and enduring. She features a large forward owner’s stateroom with a centerline berth, ample storage, and an en suite entrance to the roomy head with a separate shower stall — a luxury rarely seen in vessels under 40 feet. The aft cabin is equally inviting, offering a generous berth and excellent ventilation.
The U-shaped galley is a cook’s dream, with expansive counter space, deep double sinks, a large refrigerator/freezer, and a gimbaled stove/oven — built to perform underway as well as at anchor. The saloon, with its fold-down teak table and settees that double as sea berths, transforms effortlessly from a social space into a secure sleeping area. Ample hatches and opening ports bathe the interior in natural light and provide excellent airflow, enhancing comfort in warmer climates.
Accommodation
The guest cabin is located to port of the main companionway and features a large queen berth, hanging locker, and drawers. Forward of the guest cabin is the chart table with a full navigation center. The main salon offers a spacious wrap-around settee to port with a dining table that drops down to create a sleeping area for two. To starboard of the main companionway is the fully equipped open-concept galley with double stainless steel sinks, refrigerator/freezer, and stove/oven, along with a large sofa to starboard. The port forward area comprises the master queen-size berth with en suite head and shower, hanging locker, and ample storage throughout.
Interior Comforts and Amenities
• Watermaker, Katadyn Power Survivor-40E, 1.5 Gal/Hr
• Pots, pans and utensils
• Double deep stainless steel sinks
• Ample storage
• Countertop, laminate/teak
• Stove, Seward, LPG, (3) burners, oven and broiler/grill with fill-in for extra counter space when not in use
• Refrigeration units (2), A/B dual plate, 12V DC digital with spill-over fan
• Pressurized fresh water system
• Manual fresh water
Deck and Hull Equipment
• Primary anchor, Bulwagga, 44 lbs, 3/8 BBB chain, 225 ft rode
• Secondary anchor, Delta, 35 lbs, 5/16 chain, 100 ft chain, 175 ft rode
• Spare anchor, Danforth, 25 lbs, 50 ft chain, 150 ft rode
• Anchor windlass, Lofrans Kobra, 1000W-12V
• Bow anchor rollers
• Bimini top, soft (2016)
• Bow pulpit and rails
• Full deck awning
• Side stanchions and lifelines
• Cockpit awning
• Side curtains
• Dodger (2016)
• Sprayhood
• Cockpit cushions
• MOB equipment
• Vented propane locker
• Cockpit table
• Life jackets
• Propane tanks
• Dinghy davits, Kato manual
• Life ring / horseshoe
• Fenders and dock lines
• Deck light
• Navigation lights
• Spreader lights
• Swim platform
• Deck washdown system
• Teak caprails
• Swim ladder
• Dorade vents
• Life raft, Winslow Offshore, 6-person
• Barbeque, Magma grill
• Monitor self-steering windvane
• Hatch screens, Glebe Creek
• Antifouling completed (2019)
Sails and Rigging
• Aluminum mast, Sparcraft, keel-stepped, furling
• Mainsheet traveler
• ‘Alisios’ in-mast roller furling mainsail, 325 sq ft (2014, great condition)
• ‘Harken’ roller furling genoa, 431 sq ft (good condition)
• ‘Harken’ staysail, 129 sq ft (good condition)
• Standing rigging (inspected and updated 2018)
• Winch, Lewmar 48 genoa, self-tailing, cockpit
• Winch, Lewmar 48 staysail
• Winch, Lewmar 48 main
Mechanical Equipment
• Air conditioner, Airrr Passport II, 16 BTU
• Propeller, Max-Prop, 3-blade feathering, adjustable pitch
• Bilge pump, electric, Ultra UPS-01
• Bilge pump, manual, Whale 1.5
• Steering wheel, Whitlock, manual
• Propane shut-off valve
• Macerator pump
• Fire extinguishers (2), Kidde ABC
• Emergency tiller
Engine Info
• Yanmar 4JH3E
Tankage
• (1) 85-gallon fuel tank
• (1) 175-gallon water tank
• (1) 40-gallon holding tank
Owners Comments and Boat History
Boat has been kept in the United States Virgin Islands for the past 7 years by a family that loved and cared for it.
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