Meridian 490 Pilothouse

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2003 MERIDIAN 490 PILOTHOUSE - CANDYKISS

One-Owner | Freshwater & Covered Moorage Since New | Low Hours | Bow Thruster | Generator

Description

Introducing the Candykiss, a well loved 2003 Meridian 490 Pilothouse, owned by the same family since new. Countless memories have been made aboard the Candykiss.This vessel has been kept under cover and in freshwater, ensuring its excellent condition.

Powered by twin Cummins 6BTA5.9-M3 diesel engines with only 1,730 hours, and supported by a dependable Onan diesel generator (just 562 hours), Candykiss also features a Sidepower bow thruster for easier handling in tight quarters. She’s clean, spacious, and cruise-ready.

With the original owners now retiring from boating, this is a rare opportunity to own a well-cared-for pilothouse yacht that blends comfort, reliability, and function. Whether you’re looking for a comfortable liveaboard or a capable cruiser for the Pacific Northwest and beyond, Candykiss is ready to deliver.

COVERED SLIP IN FRESHWATER YACHT CLUB IS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE - ASK LISTING BROKER

Basic Boat Info

• Make: Meridian

• Model: 490 Pilothouse

• Year: 2003

• Condition: Used

• Category: Motor Yachts / Pilothouse

• Builder: Meridian Yachts

• Boat Name: Candykiss

• Hull Material: Fiberglass

• Hull Shape: Modified-V

• Freshwater Only: Yes

• Covered Moorage: Yes

• Location: Duwamish

Dimensions

• LOA: 49 ft

• Beam: 15 ft 1 in

• Max Draft: 3 ft 4 in

• Displacement: Approx. 30,000 lbs

Tankage

• Fuel: 444 gal

• Fresh Water: 200 gal

• Holding: 48 gal

Engines

Twin Cummins 6BTA5.9-M3

• Engine Type: Inboard

• Fuel Type: Diesel

• Horsepower: 370 hp each

• Hours: 1,730

Generator

• Make: Onan Diesel

• Power: 9 kW 

• Hours: 562

Bow Thruster

• SidePower bow thruster for confident, easy handling in tight spaces

Accommodations

• Staterooms: 3

  • Master with island queen berth and en-suite head with tub/shower

  • VIP forward stateroom with double berth

  • Guest stateroom with convertible twin bunks

• Heads: 2

• Salon: Full-beam with L-shaped sleeper sofa, barrel chair, large windows

• Galley: U-shaped with solid-surface counters, 3-burner electric cooktop, oven, microwave, refrigerator/freezer, trash compactor

Navigation & Electronics

Pilothouse & Flybridge

• Raymarine Axiom 9 (pilothouse)
• Garmin 2006C GPSmap plotters in pilothouse and flybridge
• Raymarine RL80C Pathfinder Radar
• Raymarine DS600X Fishfinder
• Lowrance HDS5 Pilothouse
• Aft facing camera display

• Raymarine and Standard Horizon VHF radios

• Sidepower bow thruster, trim tab, windlass, and spotlight controls (both helms)

• Comfort & Features

• Espar diesel hydronic furnace heating system

• Red Dot engine heat
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• Seaward 20 gallon hot water heater

• Integrated sound system

• Flybridge with captain’s chair, L-settee, lounge, and refrigerator

• Swim platform with ladder

• Davit system 

• Trace Inverter

Remarks

This one-owner Meridian 490 Pilothouse has been well maintained since day one. Candykiss has always been in freshwater under covered moorage and is in excellent condition. With low hours on her Cummins diesels, a bow thruster, and a thoughtfully appointed interior, she's the perfect coastal cruiser or Northwest liveaboard.

The original owners are retiring from boating—don't miss your chance to own this sought-after pilothouse yacht. Contact the listing broker today to see your next boat!