1990 Irwin 54

Step aboard and you notice how the Irwin 54 gives you genuine “big boat” volume without feeling like a condo. Wide side decks, a secure center cockpit and simple access to the ketch rig make moving around underway feel controlled and predictable. Down below, the walkthrough galley has the kind of counter space and storage you usually only see on much larger yachts, and the separate crew cabin means you can host guests without sacrificing privacy. Tankage and stowage are clearly laid out for extended passages, and the mechanical spaces are unusually accessible for a yacht of this era, making inspections and routine maintenance far less of a wrestling match.

An Irwin 54 is particularly well suited to this cruising ground. The shoal‑friendly hull form and powerful ketch rig let you keep moving in a variety of wind angles and sea states, from light-air afternoons to squally frontal passages. The protected center cockpit and hardtop enclosure turn long days at the helm into comfortable ones when the breeze pipes up or the rain sets in. Below, the generous cabins and real separation between living spaces make it easy to live aboard for a season, with room for visiting family or friends. For sailors who want to cover miles in comfort without giving up sailing performance, this platform fits the region’s mixed conditions very well.