Custom Paddle Wheel

Step aboard the Indian River Queen, a fully operational steel-hulled paddle wheeler that can host up to 234 guests for unforgettable weddings and special events. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Indian River and its vibrant ecosystem, which includes playful dolphins, graceful manatees, and a diverse array of bird species. With this amazing vessel, the potential possibilities are endless!

Oozing style and elegance, this custom Vinette Yacht boasts a classic paddle wheel and top-notch entertainment facilities. It's fully equipped with the necessary safety gear to accommodate up to 234 paying passengers. It undergoes regular servicing and maintenance to maintain its U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection, valid until November 29th, 2029. The crew and event planning team are available to ensure your special events will be flawlessly executed.

Exterior features include a black painted top side, red topside trim, a red engine-driven paddle wheel, and triple decks, including an air-conditioned main deck and wheelhouse.

Propulsion: Twin Cummins VT555S, 185HP@2800, reported that both engines have been recently rebuilt. Twin Disc Transmissions 2.51:1 Ratio, 2" stainless shafts w/muff joints & carries bearings, packless packing glands, drive shafts & rudders, skeg hung rudders, Vetus 10" tube bow thrust. Dual-function push/pull engine controls

Auxiliary Power: Northern Lights 30 KW diesel generator, Southwestern 20KW diesel generator, 2 ea. Interstate 2020 8-D acid batteries, w/ charge controls, dedicated generator batteries.

Tankage: Fuel: 3x 1,700 Gal steel portable water, 4x600 gal poly, waste: 4x800 gal poly

Safety Equipment: 2 Danforth 85lb fluke anchors, 1 large 155lb dredge anchor, Ideal Windlass, large inventory of PFD for each person aboard, signaling devices, large inventory of navigation electronics. Large capacity CO2 fire suppression system with required handheld extinguishers, all current dated, and 2-mile visible navigation lights.

Structural & Construction

Stringers: hull stiffness augmented by heavy steel 6" I beam longitudinal stringers

Keel: an encased ballast type hollow keel extends approximately. 56" downward abaft of amidships centerline and tapers forward, flairs into forefoot.

Transom: raked and rounded into forefoot.

clean garboard areas

Custom signaling mast, integrated ladders and steps, custom rotary paddle wheel mounted on transom, removeable boarding passerelle, custom welded safety railing throughout, various grab handrails, air conditioned, wheelhouse with vessel controls, entertainment station in wheel house w/ speakers throughout vessel, engine driven fire fighting stations throughout vessel, labeled PFD lockers on all deck levels, intercom system for vessel communication including engine space, fully equipped galley service center with full liquor bar and lockable storage area, wine chiller, refrigeration systems, complete inventory of dining room and bar service ware and supplies.

Dockage is available for rental or purchase. The current business is also available for purchase. 

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