Accommodations The Midnight Lace arrangement plan A allows for a gracious owner's stateroom forward with adjoining head compartment. The forward cockpit is accessed via this stateroom. Amenities include queen berth, abundant hanging and drawer space, good light and ventilation, set at a comfortable distance from the yacht's social spaces. The owner's WC includes Vacuflush head, large sink and counter and nearly-full sized bathtub.
Next aft to starboard is the guest stateroom with over/under berths and private access to the aft head. Storage and dressing space is more than adequate for cruising guests.
The galley is opposite to port, partially open to the saloon and includes all appropriate amenities such as double sink, Norcold fridge/freezer, CNG stove, Samsung microwave oven, generous stowage and good counter space.
The main saloon is two steps up and features oversized windows offering great visibility while seated. An L shaped settee to port faces two swivel chairs to starboard. Media components include 17" TV, VCR and AM/FM stereo with multiple Bose speaker system. A small serving bar/breakfast counter adjoins the galley.
A description of accommodations necessarily includes the cockpit and flybridge spaces, each of which offers comfortable seating and lounging spaces. Flybridge space includes a separate AM/FM/CD stereo system. Finally, the forward cockpit is an embracing and intimate seating area, equally suitable for stargazing or morning coffee.
Electronics Raytheon 48 mile radar with plotter capability via GPS interface & open array- 6 KW scanner VHF's (2) GPS(2) Raytheon autopilot w/ GPS link
Electrical System Westerbeke 12.5 KW generator with 1600 hrs. Full function 12V/110V/ distribution panel with thermal breakers AC/DC outlets in all cabins Batteries: two banks w/ two (2) 4D deep cycle batteries in each, with switch-over capability Dedicated 12V generator start battery Scentry 30 amp automatic battery charger Bonding system throughout to all underwater fittings
Deck Equipment Radar arch with attached bimini and three-sided enclosure (installed w/ T. Fexas drawings and supervision) 12V Lofrans windlass w/ chain with remote FB controls CQR anchor w/ chain/nylon rode Danforth secondary anchor Partial cockpit "hardtop", sunbrella over SS frame Stainless handrails - cockpit to foredeck
Construction Details Airex cored hull & deck with solid laminate at stem and sheer and in-way of all fittings and hardware. ½" teak veneer over transom 7 structural bulkheads of marine ply, 6 full length stringers of GRP over structural foam teak toerails with stainless nosing solid teak window and windshield frames with tinted safety glass engine beds of aluminum I-beam using 6061-T6 aluminum, suspended between bulkheads
Mechanical Details Peninsular diesels by GM - 300 hp each Repowered in 2000, 300 hrs (New engines deliver 18% more HP than original, affording an 18 kt. to 20 kt. cruising speed while burning 15 gph, including generator) Twindisk 5010 V-drives Aquamet 1.5: shafts with flexible couplings Nibral 23" counter-rotating props Wagner hydraulic steering Sound/vibration attenuation: "soft" engine mounts w/ self-aligning shaft logs, sound reducing material on ER bulkheads and overheads. Four (4) separate bilge compartments, each with Rule pump and float-activated switch Emergency de-watering system to each bilge space, via engine raw-water cooling valves Air conditioning: Two separate units 12 gal. Raritan hot water heater Vacuflush head system with dual vacuum canisters and treatment center: single 40 gal. holding tank. Full running gear spares:props, shafts, rudders.
Remarks The Midnight Lace 52 is a classic and versatile cruiser with an evocative profile, reminiscent of the early commuters. Her relatively narrow beam allows an extraordinarily comfortable ride in most conditions. Fexas paid scrupulous attention to weight and hull form allowing a very desirable ratio between fuel economy and performance. Despite the "retro" appearance, these are cutting-edge contemporary yachts.
CACHE has been well cared for and stored indoors in the winter season. Her recent repowering is a significant improvement that may just allow us to consider her to be the best ML 52 available in some time.
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