RED OCTOBER - 1999 50' CHERUBINI Cherubini Independence
Redwood City California United States
$489,000 USD

The Independence 50 is a two-stateroom, two-head cruising yacht of exceptional build and quality. Starting at the fully-enclosed aft deck, one enters into the full-beam salon and the thoughtful utilization of space and design is readily apparent. The galley is forward to port, a private companionway to the master is centerline, and steps up to the pilothouse are to starboard. Heading up to the large, airy pilothouse you'll find a large lounge seat with drop leaf table, a watch berth up and abaft the seating, and a centerline helm station. There are wing doors port and starboard, and a companionway down to the guest stateroom and head to starboard.

Stepping down the companionway leads to the forepeak stateroom and head, or aft into the master stateroom.

Exiting the pilothouse from either wing door, leads to the spacious foredeck and built-in seating atop the deckhouse, or aft via either side deck to the boat deck. The boat deck features the dinghy, davit, and custom freezer locker.

Raymarine E 120 and E 80 MFD's

Raymarine radar

NView Marine w/ AIS, Coastal Explorer marine navigation software

HP Compaq computer

Furuno GP-32 GPS/WAAS Navigator

Sitex CVS-106 color depth sounder

Interphase forward-viewing sonar

Simrad Robertson AP 300 CX autopilot

Icom M127 VHF radio

Standard Horizon REM+ VHF (2) PH & master stateroom

KVH Quadro digital speed/temp/depth displays

Ritchie PowerDamp compass

Navman Wind 3150 wind speed/direction display

WiFi antenna with amplifier

Cellular antenna

Alpine AM/FM/XM/CD stereo

Clarion sub-woofer w/ remote control

Sony DVP-NC875V  5 DVD/CD player

Niles SSVC-4 speaker selector/volume control system

JBL speakers

12 KW Northern Lights genset in sound shield, 1600 hours. Start/stop @ helm

Magnum Energy Magna Sine MS 4024 4 KW inverter/charger w/ pilothouse monitor

ProTech 4 model 2425 24V Battery charger/power supply, 25 amp

C-Charger 5000 Series 20 amp charger

125V 50 amp shore power, w/ Glendinning CableMaster

Isoboost transformer

24V Alternator, 140 amp w/ heart 3-stage regulator

Batteries:

(4) 8D's - 24V house

(2) 8D AGM's - main engines

(1) 4D gel - 12V electronics

(1) Group 34 gel - genset

Paneltronics 240/120V A/C breaker panel w/ frequency, voltage, current meters

Paneltronics 240V A/C distribution panel: shore 1 & 2, genset, inverter

Paneltronics 24/12V D/C breaker panel w/ line voltage & current meters

Mains & genset serviced June 2024: Coolers/heat exchangers, Belts, hoses, oil change, impellors, fresh coolant.

Twin Cummins Diamond Series 6BTA5.9 diesels, 370 HP w/ approx. 2500 hours TT

VDO gauges: RPM/hours, volt meters, eng. temp, oil pressure, trans. pressure

Twin Disc transmissions w/ trolling valves

Kobelt single lever controls

Glendinning synchronizer

Aquadrive anti-vibration system

PSS PRO Dripless 10-year shaft seals

S/S Aquamet 22 shafts, w/ spare (mounted in engine room)

4-blade Nibral props, 29"

Spurs shaft cutters

Bennett trim tabs with digital indicators at helm

Naiad fin stabilizers

Sleipner SidePower 20 HP dual-prop bow thruster

Hynautic hydraulic steering

FloScan fuel flow monitoring indicators (2)

Dual Racor fuel/water separator filters

Fuel polishing and transfer system

Oil X-Change-R system for mains and genset

(3) Dometic reverse cycle air conditioning and heating

Offshore Marine Baltic 500 gal. per day watermaker

Torrid hot water heater

SeaFire halon fire extinguishing system

Oil pressure, temp, fuel, and high-water alarms

Computrol fuel and water indicators

Computank control in pilothouse

Water Witch programmable on/off timer

(2) SeaLand freshwater heads

Glendinning Cable master system for 50 amp power cord

Kabola 24VDC diesel furnace heat (in-op)

Nick Jackson 800 lbs. electric dinghy davit

(3) Windshield washer/wipers

Bosch clothes washer and dryer (individual)

Solid fiberglass, hand-laid hull below the waterline.

Pettit Trinidad HD bottom paint (2023)

Balsa cored decks

Vinylester resin for osmotic blister control

Linear polyurethane painted hull

Teak decking in cockpit, side decks

Raised forward bulwarks w/ teak cap rail, aluminum rails

Teak rub rails

Aluminum hand rails

Aluminum bow pulpit w/ twin rollers

Dual Lighthouse windlass w/ twin capstans & wildcats. Pilothouse remote w/ counter.

(2) Anchors - 66# Bruce w/ 200' chain, 75# CQR w/ 310' chain

Fresh & salt water washdowns in bow

Anchor & stowage lockers

Forward bench seating below pilothouse windshield, with (2) stowage lockers beneath

Foredeck floodlight

Lewmar foredeck hatch w/ screen

Deck prisms, port & starboard

(4) Adjustable dorade vents

12' Bullfrog '05 tender with steering, 20 HP Honda BAMJ-201839 4-stroke outboard

Doel-fin outboard hydrofoil stabilizer

Full tender cover

Dinghy chocks

Nick Jackson 800# electric davit

Hydraulic ram to lower/raise mast

(3) Lewmar hatches with screens, canvas covers - pilothouse (2), foredeck

Sliding pilothouse doors, port & starboard

Diamond Seaglaze doors and windows

Opening windows in pilothouse, salon

1/4" Safety glass

Numerous opening ports

24V deck freezer on boat deck

Fiberglass swim platform w/ S/S rails

Transom door

(2) Rod holders aft deck

Hot & cold fresh water shower

Custom side deck boarding locker, with foredeck stowage

Propane dual-tank locker with venting

Emergency steering tiller

Emergency manual bilge pump

Perko heavy duty searchlight

Twin electric horns

Dockside water inlet

Rail-mount propane gas BBQ

Unique, expansive aft deck enclosure offering panels in clear vinyl, canvas, Textaline, and insect screening for maximum all-season flexibility

Complete canvas covers: windshield, hatches, dinghy, full cockpit bimini & enclosure

The spacious and efficient galley is comparable to those found in much larger vessels, and is situated on the main deck level, forward and to port of the main salon. Beautifully updated, it features all the necessary appliances, with plenty of counter and workspace. Large windows allow for plenty of light.

Nova Kool RFU9000 12V refrigerator

Vesta DWV335 BBS dishwasher

Amana 4-burner propane gas cooktop w/ gas monitor/control panel

Sharp microwave/convection oven

Custom granite countertops

Large stainless sink

Ample stowage, above and below counter

Recessed overhead lighting.

RED OCTOBER features a tastefully appointed and welcoming full-beam main salon with a large settee to port and two custom built-in oversize chairs to starboard. With the large windows (7 opening), abundant lighting, and large Dutch door the natural light, ambience and ventilation is superb. Entry is from the enclosed aft deck/cockpit, or down from the pilothouse.

L-shaped settee to port, with large retractable teak dining table

Teak & holly sole

Teak paneling

Recessed overhead lighting

Window blinds

Teak dining table, positional for dining or coffee

Large windows on three sides

Split, Dutch Sea Glaze entry door

Dorade vents in overhead

Custom cabinetry, including lockers forward to starboard for washer and dryer

Entertainment center

Dometic air conditioning

The pilothouse aboard the Cherubini is the operational and voyaging center, with incredible visibility, access to both side decks, and ample seating (including a watch berth) for those wanting to be part of the action. The helm is centerline, with a drop leaf table immediately abaft the helm, and forward of the seating lounge, making it appropriate for meals, drinks, or laying out a chart. Directly abaft the lounge is the watch berth, which features opening ports, fans, and reading lights. Forward to starboard is the companionway down to the guest stateroom.

(2) Overhead hatches with screens and canvas covers

(2) Opening ports, aft

(2) Port lights

(2) Dorade vents

Stowage beneath the watch berth

Stowage beneath the lounge

Drawer and locker stowage at helm

Teak & holly sole

Recessed lighting in the overhead

(2) Reading lights

OCM air conditioning

(2) Circulating fans

(2) Speakers

Ship's bell

(2) A/C and D/C breaker panels, plus distribution switch panel

Textaline window covers

The comfortable master stateroom is positioned midship for comfort, and features a unique dual-access layout with private entrance from the salon, or shared access from the forward companionway. The head is en suite to starboard. Tastefully appointed with teak paneling, teak & holly sole, two large opening ports, and an athwartship queen berth, with twin nightstands. Access to the engine room can be found on the aft bulkhead, simplifying access for the owner/operator. There is an abundance of built-in stowage, found among the many drawers and lockers.

Queen bunk with stowage below in (6) drawers

(2) hanging lockers

(7) Additional stowage drawers

(2) Large opening ports in hullside, (1) small opening port to side deck all with draperies

(2) Reading lights

Overhead recessed lighting

Air conditioning controls

HEAD:

Stall shower with (2) opening ports, bench seat

Sea Land fresh water head

Tank watch monitor

Recessed sink

Opening port

Ample stowage

Exhaust fan

Recessed lighting

The inviting guest stateroom is located in the forepeak, and features an over-sized V-berth, with two large bunks. There is good natural light due to the overhead hatch and twin portlights. Like the rest of the yacht, there is a tremendous amount of built-in stowage. The stateroom also has private access to the guest head.

Air conditioning

(2) JBL speakers

Overhead hatch with screen and canvas cover

(2) Opening ports with draperies

Teak & holly sole

(2) hanging lockers

(2) Lockers at V-berth

(11) Drawers

Overhead recessed lighting and (2) reading lights

Access to the chain locker

HEAD:

Stall shower with opening port

Sea Land fresh water head

Opening port

Tiled sole

Ample stowage

Recessed overhead lighting

The Cherubini Independence 50 is a rare and highly sought-after US-built cruising yacht of premium quality and renowned sea-keeping abilities. Designed by Gary Grant and James Backus, the Cherubini was built to rigid design specifications, specifically:

• Stability and Safety
• Efficiency
• Speed
• Minimal Maintenance
• Quality Construction and Strength
• Interior Cubic Space
• Flawless Lines

Stepping aboard, it is readily apparent that she is meant to travel. The thought and detail that went into the build and design has elevated these boats into becoming a coveted offering in the cruising/trawler class.

Due in large part to her full-beam salon, once aboard she appears to be much larger than her 50'. This is a very nicely modernized, maintained, and equipped cruising yacht, worthy of consideration for anyone seeking a competent vessel for extended traveling - be it the Pacific Northwest, the Caribbean, or the Great Loop. She boasts 1000 mile range, but her twin Cummins engines also provide the necessary speed when needed for short passages or outrunning the weather or tides.