Story?  Every boat has a story. About a designer's vision.  A builder's craft.  The history of ownership.  Some stories are of little duration and of little interest.  Some are painful, and involve trails, even tribulations. This yacht has a wonderful story. The current owners purchased the boat nine years ago after an exhaustive hunt for an exceptional Bayliner 5788. They admired the fine lines, well known quiet ride, and responsive handling. They knew the perfectly proportioned layout was ideal for their family’s need and their joy in entertaining: a salon, galley and flybridge with space to stretch out, live and enjoy guests; a commanding pilothouse and upper helm for runs in any weather; three fine cabins topped off by a sumptuous master stateroom; and smooth, exhilarating performance from an exceptional power package. Previously, they had enjoyed bringing up the feel, finish and systems of their past Bayliner, a 4788 pilothouse. They relished the idea of fine bones, great value, and an opportunity to gradually turn the larger model into their own, very special, very refined yacht - she was to be “their last boat.” Their yacht would incorporate ideas from the later Meridian version of the same design, would reflect their taste in decor, their focused attention to details, their demand for quality finish and equipment, and their desire for luxurious surroundings and the very best of below deck big yacht systems. The question from those watching the story of this yacht gradually unfold over the years was; why would someone put some much thought, work and money into a value boat? “To create and ultimate yacht for our needs,” was the answer. Is there more to do? Nothing urgent! We invite you to explore the photos with care, and review the overview section “Throughout This Yacht” for full specifications. Please call to arrange a viewing. She is for sale. The next chapter of this wonderful story can be yours!