1997 OCEAN ALEXANDER 486 Pilothouse
Description
ISLAND GIRL is a beautifully appointed Ocean Alexander 486 Pilothouse that offers the ultimate in relaxation and style. Fully equipped with all the options you need to cruise in any climate, ISLAND GIRL features a spacious galley on the main deck, ideal for entertaining guests. Below deck you’ll find comfortable guest accommodation. Powered by Twin Volvo , ISLAND GIRL is well-suited for extended cruising adventures.
Full Specifications
ISLAND GIRL is a beautifully appointed Ocean Alexander 486 Pilothouse that offers the ultimate in relaxation and style. Fully equipped with all the options you need to cruise in any climate, ISLAND GIRL features a spacious galley on the main deck, ideal for entertaining guests. Below deck you’ll find comfortable guest accommodation. Powered by Twin Volvo , ISLAND GIRL is well-suited for extended cruising adventures.
Key Features
- Twin Volvo TAMD74P-EDC 480 HP Marine Diesel Engines
- Engine Hours as of 12/2025 are P-2891, S-2881
- Onan electronic generator, 11.5kW 60Hz 1800 RPM; hours as of 12/2025 are 1296
- Starlink system
- Magnum 2800W Inverter / Charger
- Side Power 24V electric thruster system bow and stern thrusters
- GARMIN and Simrad electronics
- Full-beam Master stateroom with queen-size mattress with custom bedding and ensuite head
- Generous VIP Stateroom with custom bedding and ample storage
- Port Guest Stateroom with over / under bunks and storage
- Four-zone air-conditioning system with reverse cycle heat
- Diesel furnace
- Fully enclosed fly bridge
- 2021 APEX tender with 20 HP Tohatsu outboard engine on the Freedom Lift
- Full complement of appliances in the galley
- Teak joinery and flooring
- Washer / Dryer combo unit
- 25Kg Anchor with approximately 250’ chain
- Teak wood interior
- Teak and holly flooring throughout salon, galley and pilothouse
- Teak parquet flooring in accommodations
- Abundant cabinetry and storage areas
- Custom fabric panels and headliner
- Direct, easy access to bridge from pilothouse
- Salon audio / video entertainment center
- Master stateroom audio / video entertainment center
- VIP, Port Guest and Fly bridge speakers
- Bonded window system
- Ice maker
- Granite solid-surface countertops
- Granite solid surface flooring in heads
- Teak and stainless-steel access ladder to fly bridge from aft cockpit
- Cockpit access to lazarette with secondary engine room access
- Master stateroom access to engine room
- Large fly bridge with sundeck
- Raised toe rails around gunwales for side deck walk around
- Self-draining nonskid FRP decking
- Stainless-steel railings and stanchions around side decks, bow and boat deck
- Teak cap at aft deck gunwales
- Teak decking at aft deck
- Stainless-steel cleats, hawseholes
- Stainless-steel portlights with screens
- Pilothouse helm with custom upholstered lounge seating and teak table
- Stidd helm chair in pilothouse (1) with custom teak ships wheel
- Stidd helm chairs at fly bridge (2) with custom stainless steel ships wheel
- FRP table at fly bridge
- Custom upholstered L-lounge settee at fly bridge
- Maxwell Electric windlass
- Fire suppression system with engine shutdown
- 2021 APEX tender with 20 HP Tohatsu outboard engine, with custom canvas cover
- New Starlink system
- New diesel furnace
- New stern thruster, battery & charger
- New automatic charge relay
- New engine start batteries
- New bedding, décor pillows, rugs throughout
- New salon ottomans
- New wireless remote wall sconces in salon and pilothouse
Highlight features for ISLAND GIRL incorporate a Comprehensive catalog encompassing design, function, layout, performance, reliability, and safety. ISLAND GIRL's floorplan is Welcoming and Comfortable, boasting volumes of space and natural light typically seen in larger yachts.
The main deck is Spaciousfrom the aft deck through the salon and adjacent galley forward to the pilothouse helm area with generous headroom. Design Elements combine teak flooring, tasteful carpets, fabrics, furnishings and decor throughout. Complementing the luxurious interior is Teak cabinetry, doors and wall panels, along with matching hardware for light fixtures, doors, cabinets and drawers.
Appliances aboard ISLAND GIRL were installed maximizing use of space in all areas. In the galley is an upright refrigerator with an integral freezer compartment, electric cooktop and oven, microwave, dishwasher, ice maker, washer/dryer combo unit and trash compactor. Above, on the bridge is an undercounter refrigerator and electric grill.
Well-appointed Accommodations include a full beam, queen bed Master Stateroom with ensuite head, and shower, VIP cabin forward, port Guest cabin with over-under bunks, an adjacent shared head and shower, an abundance of hanging lockers, drawers, and storage compartments in all accommodation areas.
You will be impressed with access into the Engine room and between the engines with ample room forward and outboard for accessibility to critical systems. The Reliable and efficient Volvo Main Engines Managed by a 2-station Volvo EDC electronic engine control system, are the heart of Performance offering high torque and low rated RPM providing excellent vessel control. Balancing the Robust drivetrain are Twin Disc MG507-A gears, stainless steel propeller shafts, PSS (dripless shaft seals) by PYI, Bronze 4-blade propellers, Bronze spade rudders, V- struts, and Hynautic Marine hydraulic steering system.
Exterior spaces on the main deck extend forward from the aft cockpit along wide side decks to the foredeck area. At the Bow Area resides a Maxwell electric windlass anchoring system, 25KG claw-type anchor, adjacent anchor launch & retrieve foot pedal controls, chain locker with easy access.
Access to the FlyBridge is either via aft cockpit teak and stainless-steel ladder system or by ascending the interior teak stairs in the Pilothouse through a lockable hatch. On the Fly Bridge deck forward and centerline is the helm area with GARMIN and SIMRAD electronics, 2-adjustable STIDD helm chairs, starboard side entertainment center, and port side lounge area.
The Centerpiece on the fly bridge is a molded L-lounge, and an outdoor entertainment area with electric grill and refrigerator. The Expansive fly bridge is protected from the electric grill area forward to the helm by the canvas Bimini Top and custom enclosure.
Aft of the enclosed entertainment and helm areas, is a MAGMA propane grill. The Boat Deck section is a self-draining non-skid FRP deck area presenting a fabulous multi-use area with plentiful space affording room for a generous-sized rectangular teak table.
To port is the Brower power davit.
Fully integrated Electrical System with ONAN 11.5kW 120/240VAC/60 Hz Marine Diesel Generator, Magnum 2800W inverter/charger & remote panel for ship's service, task lighting, (12) 6V golf cart batteries for house/ inverter battery bank, (2) 12VDC Napa group-8D for start bank, (2) 12VDC Centennial group-27 AGM for bow thruster, (2) 12VDC Centennial group-27 AGM for stern thruster, (1) 12VDC Dyno group-27 generator start, 50A/125/250V shore power cord, the 120V/240VAC and Inverter breaker panel and the 24V/12VDC breaker panels are located in the pilothouse and well labeled.
GARMIN and SIMRAD Electronics Suite components are installed at both the Fly Bridge and Lower Helm including GARMIN MFD Touch-screen color displays with preloaded maps. Dual Volvo Monitoring System Displays supply critical data at the pilothouse and fly bridge helms. A monitoring system with cameras located in the engine room and aft cockpit stream video to a display.
The Comfortclimate control throughout the accommodations and main deck is a 4-zone air conditioning with reverse cycle heat system. A Webasto Hydronic Diesel Furnace system with multi-zone controls is plumbed throughout the accommodations and main deck.
PRESENTING 'ISLAND GIRL', A NEW OFFERING FOR SALE. THIS OCEAN ALEXANDER 580 PILOTHOUSE has been loved and maintained for ready, on-demand yachting. Enjoyed throughout the Pacific Northwest, ISLAND GIRL has taken its owners and guests to every destination in Safety, Style and Comfort.
Highlight features for ISLAND GIRL incorporate a Comprehensive catalog encompassing design, function, layout, performance, reliability, and safety. ISLAND GIRL's floorplan is Welcoming and Comfortable, boasting volumes of space and natural light typically seen in larger yachts.
Immerse yourself in ISLAND GIRL then start planning your Rewarding adventures aboard!
Stepping aboard ISLAND GIRL, it's the Solid feel that draws you in.
Aboard the full-width molded fiberglass non-skid swim platform, you note an (in water) boarding ladder, a Freedom Lift hydraulic davit system for the APEX tender, aft corner stainless steel cleats inside the hawseholes and a top mount teak cap.
Through the hinged opening transom FRP gate you move into the teak decked aft cockpit. To starboard is to access the fly bridge. On the cockpit deck is a large opening hatch for access to the lazarette where an abundance of open storage, the hot water tank, central vacuum, steering, stern thruster and aft engine room access are.
When lounging in the aft cockpit you have Unobstructed visibility forward through the salon and galley with an open sightline starboard side directly into the pilothouse.
Port and starboard wide non-skid Walkaround Decks, welded stainless steel handrails with stanchions mounted atop the gunwales, provide convenient maneuvering about the side decks. Stainless steel cleats are positioned along each side and are accessible from aboard or outside the vessel.
Moving forward from the aft cockpit are large embedded fixed frameless windows which allow natural light in while offering less worry for leaks.
To starboard is a Pilothouse door for accessing to and from the interior main deck pilothouse.
The Foredeck is FRP non-skid with perimeter stainless steel welded handrail, bow rail, and gunwale mounted stanchions. A deck hatch for the VIP stateroom is located between the Maxwell electric windlass anchor system and windshield. At the bow are claw-type anchor and chain, chain locker, and windlass foot pedal controls and bow cleats.
Transitioning to the fly bridge from the aft cockpit is through custom fitted cover for Security and weather protection via the teak and stainless-steel ladder with safety railing.
ISLAND GIRL's Fly Bridge aluminum frame venturi with tinted panels and centerline helm are positioned forward providing excellent visibility directly ahead of the bow and includes (2) adjustable STIDD helm chairs for comfort while cruising, port molded bench seat with storage, custom stainless steel steering wheel, Ritchie compass, a comprehensive suite of Systems Controls & Electronicsincluding (1) GARMIN 8616XV MFD touch screen display, SIMRAD Control Screen, Volvo engine displays, GARMIN VHF, Volvo electronic engine controls, engine ignitions, bow and stern thruster controls, analog gauges, Volvo EDC electronic engine synchronizer, horn switch, search light control, trim tab controls, windlass remote control, and navigation lights systems panel.
The radar archhas the anchor light mast, Starlink, electronics and communications antennas mounted above, (2) lights beneath, (2) stereo speakers. Attached to the arch is the bimini and full enclosure panels.
For Dining, Entertaining and Relaxing the hub of the fly bridge is laid out with a custom upholstered FRP molded L-lounge, storage below, Outdoor Galley that includes an electric grill, storage below, U-Line refrigerator and MAGMA propane grill.
The Brower power davit is mounted aft along the port side.
The fly bridge Decking is self-draining nonskid FRP decking with deck drains aft.
Access to the pilothouse is through a locking hatch into an open staircase with teak treads and a handrail.
Crossing over the threshold of a teak framed sliding glass door with privacy shade, you enter the Salon from the aft cockpit feeling the breadth and expanse through the interior main deck open floor plan. Large frameless windows port and starboard allowing voluminous amounts of natural light to fill the spaces have retractable shades for privacy. Overhead is the custom headliner, task lighting combined with dimmable fixtures, remote controlled sconces, and Bose stereo speakers. Teak panel cabinetry with Granite countertops, entertainment cabinet in the starboard aft corner with a built-in Vizio TV. The furnishings include a luxuriously upholstered U-shaped sofa to port with storage below, a large height adjustable table, starboard side sofa with storage below seats and a pair of movable ottomans. The flooring is teak and holly with bound edge carpet which offers a warm feeling. Climate control comfort is provided by air conditioning with reverse cycle heat zone controls as well as diesel furnace outlets. 110VAC outlets provide on demand power.
Adjoining the salon area is the Galley, with a durable teak and holly floor that brings warmth and provides ease of cleanup. Teak cabinetry throughout the galley provides an abundance of storage above and below the Granite solid surface counters. All cabinetry door and drawer hardware are matching. Galley Appliances are an upright refrigerator with freezer, electric cooktop and oven, microwave oven, double sink with faucet, dishwasher, ice maker, washer / dryer combo, and trash compactor. 110VAC outlets provide on demand power.
Forward of the galley is the Pilothouse with a sturdy starboard side door leading to the exterior side decks and an inside stair access to the fly bridge locking hatch. The centerline STIDD helm chair is adjustable and mounted on a stainless-steel pedestal for comfort while cruising. At the helm is a custom Teak wood ships wheel and console with a comprehensive suite of Electronics and Ship's Controls including GARMIN and SIMRAD equipment - (2) GARMIN 8616 MFD touch screens with GPSMAP 1643 and GARMIN radar 424HD, Robertson 300x Marine Autopilot Helm Control, SIMRAD 1515 wind gauge, SIMRAD CE30 GPS, GARMIN GHS11 VHF/AIS Radio, Volvo electronic engine displays, analog gauges, camera monitoring, ignition switches, (3) self-parking windshield wipers, windshield defrosters, Danforth compass, horn switch, search light control, trim tab controls, windlass remote control, USB charge port, remote start for ONAN generator, remote panel for MAGNUM inverter, and engine room fire suppression and engine shutdown remote override.
Confident vessel maneuvering and docking is achieved with Volvo electronic engine controls and bow and stern thrusters.
Teak finished custom cabinetry with storage, port side built-in custom fabric upholstered L-settee with storage below and custom teak table brings a social feel to the pilothouse. Frameless windows port, starboard and the windshield allow voluminous amounts of natural light to fill the spaces. The windshield comes with an exterior mesh canvas cover for privacy. Overhead is the custom headliner and task lighting. Climate control comfort is provided by air conditioning with reverse cycle heat as well as a diesel furnace outlet. USB charge port and 110VAC outlets provide on demand power.
A curved stairway with railing, teak steps and teak wood paneling takes you to the Foyer landing which is well-lit overhead. At the base of the stairs, Teak finished accommodation doors with matching hardware guide you to each of the three staterooms and guest head.
The midship full beamStateroom is a statement of luxury possessing a queen-sized walk around bed with custom mattress, bedding and pillows, storage drawers, Teak cabinetry with latching cabinet, drawer and door hardware, custom headliner and wall fabrics, light fixtures, nightstands, teak flooring with bound edge carpet, hanging clothes locker space, and opening portlight with cover for privacy. A well-appointed Private ensuite head includes a toilet, vanity and shower, opening portlight, exhaust fan, and storage cabinetry. The countertop and floor are granite solid surface. A TV and Sony sound system is well-placed for your entertainment. Climate control comfort is provided by air conditioning with reverse cycle heat as well as separately controlled diesel furnace outlets. 110VAC outlets provide on demand power.
The forward VIP stateroom greets your guest with queen-sized island pedestal bed, custom mattress, bedding and pillows, storage drawers, Teak cabinetry with latching cabinet, drawer and door hardware, custom headliner and wall fabrics, overhead lighting fixtures, teak flooring, hanging clothes locker, Large volumes of natural light and fresh air are brought in through an opening deck hatch and stainless-steel portlights with screens. Climate control comfort is provided by air conditioning with reverse cycle heat as well as a separately controlled diesel furnace outlet. 110VAC outlets provide on demand power.
The Port stateroom has a functional arrangement for guests featuring over-under bunks with custom bedding and pillows, storage drawers, Teak cabinetry, custom headliner and wall fabrics, overhead lighting fixtures, teak flooring, hanging clothes locker, and nearby entrance to the well-appointed guest head. Opening portlights for fresh air and natural light have screens. Climate control comfort is provided by air conditioning with reverse cycle heat as well as a diesel furnace outlet. 110VAC outlets provide on demand power.
The Guest Head is well-appointed with toilet, vanity and shower, opening port light, exhaust fan, and mirrored medicine cabinet. The countertop and floor are granite solid surface.
Entrance to the Engine Room is through the aft area of the Master Stateroom. Located within are the Twin Volvo TAMD74P-EDC 480 HP marine diesel engines, TWIN DISC transmissions, stainless steel shafts, PSS dripless shaft seal systems by PYI, bilge pumps, high water alarm, Webasto hydronic diesel heat system, air conditioning sea water pump, fresh and raw water pumps, 820 gallons diesel fuel storage, main engine Racor fuel system filtration, fuel hoses, crossover valves with returns, fire suppression system, engine room ventilation fans, lighting overhead, bronze seacocks and sea strainers on engine raw water intakes, inverter, chargers and battery switches.
The ship's systems manuals are stored below the pilothouse settee.
- Twin Volvo TAMD74P-EDC 480 HP Marine Diesel Engines
- TWIN DISC MG507-A Marine Transmissions
- Stainless Steel shafts
- PSS Shaft Seals by PYI
- Bronze “VI” Struts with rubber cutlass bearings
- Bronze Rudders with rubber strut bearings
- Bronze 4-Blade Propeller RH, Bronze 4-Blade Propeller LH
- Electrical system: color-coded
- Side Decks and Foredeck: non-skid, vinylester skin-coat
- Aft Deck, Steps to Fly Bridge are teak
- Hull: vinylester skin-coat
- Insulation: thermal and acoustical
- Rubrail trim: rigid vinyl with stainless-steel insert
- Anchor with chain
- Anchor roller
- Spotlight: controls at bridge and pilothouse
- Anchor Hatch: anchor chain locker
- Foredeck Hatch: translucent, opening with screen
- Rails: Bow: stainless-steel, welded
- Handrails: Side decks, stainless-steel, welded
- Engine ventilation louvers in hullsides
- Transom swim platform: fitted, with concealed, fold-away ladder
- Bonded, tinted windows
- Portlights: opening, all w/stainless-steel frames and screens
- Hot and cold transom shower
- Freshwater washdown
- Raw water washdown
- 50A shore power cord
- Maxwell: windlass with controls on fly bridge and foredeck
- Windshield
- Tri-speed, delay wipers: pantograph (3)
- Windshield mesh cover
- Bimini top; Sunbrella, Black, Fly bridge is fully enclosed
- Dash panel: non-glare
- Engine controls: Electronic Controls; top mounted
- Instrumentation, dual, analog: tachometer, voltmeter, oil pressure, temperature
- Compass: Ritchie flush-mounted
- Ships wheel: Stainless-steel
- Volvo EDC electronic engine synchronizer
- Helm and companion seats: adjustable/swivel,
- Seat: L-lounge, with removable cushions, stowage under
- Windscreen: Venturi, aluminum frame, tinted
- Radar arch: with recessed lighting and speakers
- Rails: stainless-steel, welded
- Door: access to pilothouse, locking
- Dual station spotlight control
- Brower Davit
- Aft Cockpit to bridge access
- Bridge electric and propane grills
- Bridge refrigerator
- Door: cabin entry, teak and glass, sliding, locking
- Lights: overhead
- Hatch: Lazarette access (1)
- Steps: molded, access to side decks
- Ladder: teak and stainless-steel, access to bridge
- Transom gate: hinged, opening FRP
- Shore water connection
- Transom shower
- Lights: overhead
- Sofa: Port side, U-shaped, additional backless matching sofa seat as end piece, storage below cushions
- Sofa: Starboard side, straight, seats three, storage below cushions
- Custom Hi-Lo table at U-shaped sofa
- Ottomans - (2)
- Entertainment cabinet: TV with BOSE system
- 110V outlets
- Adjustable window shades
- Teak and holly flooring with bound edge carpet
- Galley cabinets: Teak, with Granite custom solid-surface countertops
- Drawers: Teak
- Stowage cabinets below counter
- Stowage cabinets: above sink
- Electric cooktop with oven
- Microwave oven
- Upright refrigerator with freezer
- Dishwasher
- Trash compactor
- Spice rack: above cooktop
- Durable teak and holly flooring
- Sink: double, stainless-steel, with new faucet
- 11OV outlets
- Lights: overhead
- Volvo engine controls: Electronic top-mount
- Instrumentation: Dual, analog: voltmeter, oil pressure, temperature, tachometer
- Volvo electronic engine displays
- Electronics; Radar, GPS, Chart plotter, Depth Sounder, Auto Pilot, VHF Radio, AIS
- Compass: Flush mounted
- Accessory outlet, 12V
- Flooring: Teak and holly
- Ships wheel: Custom teak
- Captains Helm seat; STIDD adjustable
- L-lounge, stowage under
- Table: Custom teak
- 11OV outlets
- Lights: overhead
- Door: locking
- Berth: queen-size, walkaround, custom bedding
- Hanging locker
- TV, stereo system and speakers
- Airconditioning with reverse cycle heat
- Diesel furnace heating outlet
- Teak flooring with bound edge carpet
- 110V outlets
Ensuite Head
- Door: locking
- Enclosed shower/tub stall: molded, reinforced fiberglass with acrylic enclosure
- Towel shelf and (3) additional towel bars
- VacuFlush toilet
- Toilet paper holder
- Vanity cabinet: with sink, custom granite solid-surface countertop, stowage under
- Medicine cabinet: with mirrored door
- Stainless-steel opening portlight with screen
- Diesel furnace heating outlet
- Granite solid-surface flooring
- 11OV outlet, ground-fault-protected
- Lights: overhead
- Exhaust fan
- Door: access to stateroom, locking
- Berth: double with custom bedding
- Hanging locker
- Stainless-steel opening portlight with screens
- Hatch to fore deck
- Lights: overhead
- Stereo speakers
- Airconditioning with reverse cycle heat
- Diesel furnace heating outlet
- Teak flooring
- 110V outlets
- Door: locking
- Berth: double bunks with custom bedding
- Hanging locker
- Storage drawers
- Lights: overhead
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- Stereo speakers
- Airconditioning with reverse cycle heat
- Diesel furnace heating outlet
- Teak flooring
- 110V outlet
- Door: locking
- Enclosed shower stall: molded, reinforced fiberglass with acrylic enclosure and towel bar
- Vanity cabinet: with molded sink, Granite solid-surface countertop, stowage under
- Granite solid-surface flooring
- Mirror
- Vacuflush head system
- Lights overhead
- Stainless-steel opening portlight with screen
- 110V outlet, ground-fault-protected
- Exhaust fan
- Rule® bilge pumps
- Water system: pressure demand (hot/cold), with pressure accumulator tank
- Water heater: 20 gal
- Bow and Stern Thrusters
- Overboard discharge with Macerator, 24V
- Engine room fire suppression system
- Bottom paint, anti-fouling
- Propeller shafts: Stainless-steel
- PSS (dripless shaft seals) by PYI
- Rudders and struts: bronze, with rubber strut bearings
- Seacocks: bronze, on all through-hull fittings
- Onan® electronic generator 11.5kW (with sound shield)
- Battery switches
- Battery chargers
- Inverter/battery charger
- Battery level indicators (pilothouse)
- Dockside inlet: 240V/S0 amp with 50' cord
- Distribution panel: 110VAC/24VDC, with magnetic circuit breakers and voltmeter
- Sacrificial anode: with electrical bonding system
- Alarm: engine high temperature / low oil pressure
- Blower for engine room ventilation
- Steering: Hynautic hydraulic
- Trim tabs
- Internal sea strainers
