2024 Monterey 224FS Luxury Family Bowrider

Slide into the cockpit and you’ll notice how the deep freeboard wraps your crew in a secure, comfortable ride, even when afternoon chop kicks up. The helm feels sporty, with a thick, tilt wheel and a driver’s seat that actually supports you through tight turns instead of perching you on top of them. Up front, the bow seating is wide and inviting, with backrests positioned so you can stretch out and actually relax between rides. At the transom, the extended swim platform sits low to the water, making it easy for kids and guests to get in and out without the usual scramble. Thoughtful touches like stainless grab rails, quality upholstery stitching, and a walk-through aft entry make the 224FS feel like a much bigger, more premium runabout.

This 224FS is built for the kind of varied conditions local boaters know well: smooth, glassy mornings turning into breezy, rolling afternoons. The hull’s aggressive entry and secure handling keep the ride confident when short, steep waves stack up, while the compact size makes it easy to tuck into smaller harbors and shallower coves. There’s enough beam and cockpit space to host a crew for an all-day cruise, yet it trailers and stores without demanding a massive tow vehicle or oversized slip. For those who split time between casual cruising, towing the kids, and quick evening runs, this model balances fuel efficiency, performance, and comfort in a way that suits the local waterways perfectly.