56 Carver 2005 Boat for Sale

Baby Ruth Boat | 56' Carver 2005

2005 Carver 560 Voyager Skylounge
Offered Exclusively by iDeal Yachts
Introducing the ultimate expression of extended cruising luxury, entertainment capacity, and all-weather capability: the 2005 Carver 560 Voyager Skylounge. Powered by the highly coveted, upgraded twin Volvo Penta D-12 EVC 675hp diesel engines, this vessel represents a rare opportunity to own a long-range motor yacht configured for the modern boater.

The Main Attraction: The Ultimate Skylounge & Entertainment Hub
While standard Carver Voyagers waste precious interior real estate on a redundant, cramped lower helm station, this vessel features the highly sought-after Single-Helm / Maximized Skylounge configuration. By moving the command center entirely to the upper flybridge, the main deck has been transformed into a massive, wide-open social oasis.
The Ultimate Media Lounge: In place of a lower helm sits a sprawling, ultra-premium C-shaped sofa positioned perfectly across from a massive flat-screen television. It is a true "theater on the water," ideal for family movie nights, watching the big game, or relaxing out of the elements.

Why Modern Buyers Prefer This Layout: Today's yacht owners want maximum livable square footage. Eliminating the lower helm creates an uninterrupted, single-level flow between the main salon, the gourmet galley, and this massive forward lounge, completely eliminating that "separated" feeling found on traditional yachts.
Panoramic 360-Degree Views: Elevated forward on the main deck, this massive media lounge is wrapped in Carver's signature frameless windows, bathing the entire interior in natural light and offering stunning, unobstructed views of the anchorage.

⚓ The Elevated Command Center & Open Flybridge
With the lower deck dedicated entirely to climate-controlled luxury living, the captain commands the vessel from the expansive, open-air upper bridge.
-The Ultimate Driving Perspective: Elevating the sole driving station to the flybridge grants the captain unmatched, 360-degree visibility, making docking, locking, and navigating tight channels significantly safer and easier.
-Open-Air Freedom: Perfect for fair-weather cruising, the open bridge design allows you to fully enjoy the sunshine, catch the sea breeze, and soak in the true boating experience while underway or at anchor.
-Secondary Entertainment Deck: Even without a lower helm, the bridge remains a prime social zone, featuring plenty of guest seating so the captain never has to cruise alone.

⚙️ Premium Power: Twin Volvo Penta D-12 (675hp)
This vessel features the top-tier Twin Volvo D-12 675hp EVC diesel engines. Known across the marine industry for their bulletproof reliability, massive torque, and clean operation, these engines provide an exceptional cruise speed and highly efficient long-range performance. Paired with integrated bow and stern thrusters, maneuvering this 56-foot luxury yacht in tight slips or tricky currents is entirely stress-free.

️ Accommodations & Interior Layout
Gourmet Galley-Up: Positioned perfectly between the salon and the forward media lounge, featuring granite-style flooring, side-by-side Sub-Zero refrigeration, a convection microwave/oven, and a built-in Oven.
3-Stateroom / 2-Head Layout: Includes a spectacular, full-beam midship Master Suite with a centerline queen bed, private ensuite head, and separate tub/shower combo. Forward sits a magnificent VIP centerline queen stateroom, accompanied by a versatile third stateroom with twin bunks.
Key Features:
Engines: Twin Volvo Penta D-12 EVC (2x 675 HP) 1265 hours
Generator: Kohler 23kw with sound shield, approx 3600 hours
Maneuverability: QL Bow & Stern Thrusters
Climate Control: Multi-zone reverse cycle marine heat and AC Split System
Flooring: Beautiful Teak & Holly custom flooring throughout
Lighting: Blue LED Underwater Lights
Convenience: Newer Flybridge Refrigerator and Icemaker
Ultimate: Hydraulic Swimplatform, can use as a beach or haul a sea-doo
Updates: Replaced Inverter, Battery Charger, Generator Board, Bottom Paint & installed underwater lights 2024, Buffed & Waxed 2026

The boat overall runs and operates and shines as she should, super livable, and easy to operate. As for most 20 year old boat, She does have some items not working correctly:
-Navigation Electronics inoperable
-Dash gauges dim hard to read
-Stbd bow rail bent
-Cablemasters inoperable
-TV lift inoperable
-Trim Tabs are bolted, immovable (but in the right position for cruising)
-Exterior seats showing wear
-Bridge A/C inoperable (water is disconnected)
-Port water tank has a leak 3/4 way up (can be repaired)
-Cockpit table needs remounting

Don’t let these items scare you, all can be repaired. She is a terrific boat, very reliable, in overall great condition. This is an opportunity to get a great Skylounge 560 at a Sharp Price!

Schedule Your Private Showing Today

This 2005 Carver 560 Voyager Skylounge represents the perfect blend of modern layout trends and legendary Carver engineering.

Contact iDeal Yachts today to view the full specification sheet, learn more details, or schedule your private onboard showing.

Denison Yachting - San Francisco is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by iDeal Yachts.

Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.