2005 Meridian 540 Pilothouse

The 2005 Meridian 540 stands as a premier achievement in pilothouse motor yacht design, perfectly blending unmatched luxury with robust, all-weather cruising capabilities. Engineered with one of the widest beams in her class, this vessel delivers incredible stability and a massive interior volume that rivals much larger yachts. Whether your dream is hosting high-end dockside gatherings, anchoring in a secluded cove for an elegant alfresco dinner, or embarking on long-range coastal cruises, this magnificent yacht checks every single box for the discerning buyer.

• Class-Leading Beam: Delivers exceptional stability and massive interior volume that rivals much larger vessels.
• 360° Raised Pilothouse: Features a centerline helm, wraparound dinette, and direct starboard door for effortless docking.
• Innovative Engine Access: Signature "flip-up" staircase lifts seamlessly to provide a direct, walk-in entryway to the engine room.
• All-Weather Flybridge: Fully enclosed with Eisenglass, featuring a wet bar, fridge, icemaker, and dual captain's chairs.
• Presto Marine Davit: Equipped with a premium hydraulic davit system on an oversized, extended swim platform.

The refined three-stateroom, two-head layout comfortably sleeps six guests in complete privacy, while a premium Flexsteel convertible sofa in the salon easily accommodates two additional overnight guests. Throughout the entire vessel, cleverly integrated lockers and compartments keep extended voyages highly organized and completely clutter-free.

At the heart of the yacht's appeal is the commanding raised pilothouse, which provides the captain with panoramic 360-degree visibility, a centerline helm, and a sweeping wraparound dinette. For effortless docking and locking, a dedicated starboard door offers instant access to the side deck, located just steps away from the fully equipped, U-shaped gourmet galley.

Massive windows flood the main salon with natural light and offer sweeping waterfront vistas from every angle. This light-filled entertaining space features premium finishes, including an L-shaped ultra-leather sofa, a leather swivel rocker with a matching ottoman, and two elegant bar stools. A beautiful adjustable-height cherry plank table with folding leaves transitions effortlessly from a low-profile cocktail table to a spacious formal dining setup.

Outside, the intelligent cockpit features Meridian’s brilliant "flip-up" staircase, which lifts effortlessly to reveal a direct walk-in entryway to the engine room while providing safe, easy passage to the upper deck. Three spacious lazarette hatches grant quick access to the generator and running gear, while the portside transom door leads to an oversized extended swim platform equipped with a high-end Presto Marine hydraulic davit.

The theme of uncompromised space reaches its pinnacle on the expansive flybridge, where a centerline helm features matching captain and companion chairs. This upper-deck oasis is fully equipped for hosting, boasting a wet bar with an integrated refrigerator and icemaker, alongside a massive L-shaped settee and dining table. Enclosed beneath a premium bimini top with full canvas and Eisenglass curtains, this exceptional flybridge ensures total comfort and sophisticated entertaining in any weather condition.

• Barstools (2)
• Leather Swivel Rocker w/Ottoman
• Cherry Plank Table: fold leaf, adjustable height
• Entertainment Cabinet: Flatscreen TV w/remote
• High-gloss real cherry wood interior 
• Central Vac System: w/electric brush head
• L-Shaped Flexsteel Convertible Sofa
• Karadon Solid-Surface Countertops:
• U-Line Ice Maker
• 110V Outlets: ground-fault-protected
• Bottle/Glass Stowage: Karadon custom solid-surface countertop
• Carpet: Colony Square Berber
• Lights: Overhead: direct and indirect, with dimmer
• Mini-Blinds

U-Shaped, located port side forward in salon, with beautiful solid-surface countertops and teak and holly floors. Abundant storage space

• High-gloss real cherry wood interior 110V Outlets: ground-fault-protected
• Coffeemaker
• Galley Cabinet with Karadon custom solid-surface countertops
• Lights: overhead, direct and indirect
• GE full size Refrigerator/Freezer
• GE Profile convection microwave 
• GE Dishwasher
• Princess Gourmet Oven
• Princess (3) Burner Cooktop
• Sink: Double, Stainless-Steel: with pull-out faucet
• Spice Rack: Above Stove: with sliding doors
• Stowage Cabinets and Drawers
• Teak/Holly Flooring

• High-gloss real cherry wood interior 
• Toshiba Flatscreen TV
• 110V Outlets,: ground-fault-protected
• Berth: Queen-Size, Island: innerspring mattress
• Door: Locking
• Drawers:: under berth
• Hanging Locker:: cedar-lined, illuminated
• Lights:: overhead
• Mini-Blinds
• Mirror: aft bulkhead
• Nightstands: with drawers (2)
• Vanity with Sink

MASTER HEAD

• 110V Outlet,: ground-fault-protected
• Door: Locking
• Electric Flush Head System
• Enclosed Shower/Tub Stall
• Exhaust Fan
• Lights: Overhead
• Towel Ring
• Vacuum Outlet, 110V

• High-gloss real cherry wood interior 
• Toshiba Flatscreen TV
• 110V Outlets: ground-fault-protected
• Door: access to stateroom, locking
• Door: access to head
• Drawers: under berth
• Hanging Locker: port, illuminated
• Lights: Overhead
• Locker: starboard, illuminated, with shelves
• Shelves: Hull Sides
• V-Berth: double, island, with stowage under
• Window Curtains

FORWARD HEAD

• 110V Outlet: ground-fault-protected
• Door: Locking
• Electric Flush Head System
• Enclosed Shower Stall: molded, reinforced fiberglass with acrylic enclosure
• Exhaust Fan
• Medicine Cabinet: with sliding, mirrored doors
• Vanity Cabinet: with molded sink, Karadon solid-surface countertop, stowage under

• 110V Outlet: ground-fault-protected
• Berth: double bunks, stowage under
• Door: Locking
• Drawers: under lower bunk
• Hanging Locker: with shelves
• Lights: Overhead
• Carpet: Beige, cut pile, plush or Camel, cut loop, berber

• Dash Panel: Simulated wood finish.
• Table: Custom design table.
• Overhead Lights: Equipped with a dimmer switch.
• Digital Depth Sounder: Shows water depth.
• Stowage Cabinet: Located above the lounge.
• Dual Instrumentation: 24V VDO Smartcraft and analog gauges (voltmeter, oil pressure, fuel, temperature, tachometer).
• Stairs: Access paths leading to staterooms and the bridge.
• Compass: 6-inch flush-mounted, illuminated Ritchie compass.
• Flooring: Carpeted floors.
• Engine Controls: Mathers electronic controls (paired with T635 Cummins engines).
• Helm Seat: Custom helm seat design.
• Outlets: 110V ground-fault-protected accessory outlet and a 12V power source.
• Trim Tab Controls: Adjusts boat running angle.
• Cruise Lounge: Passenger seating area.
• Hour Meters: Tracks engine run time.
• Access Doors: Sliding, locking starboard door to side decks.
• Steering Wheel: Stainless steel and wood-grain design.

• Raymarine L1250
• Raymarine RL80C
• Raymarine VHF
• Raymarine Smartcraft Display
• Raymarine Autopilot
• ITF Jasco Searchlight
• Bennett Trim Tabs
• Side Power Bow & Stern Thrusters

• Meridian-exclusive Docking On Command (Bow & Stern Thrusters)
• Onan Generator 17kw w/sound shield (904 hrs)
• 4-Zone Air Conditioning: w/reverse cycle heat
• Glendinning Cable-master
• Fuel Transfer Pump
• ZF Marine Electronic Controls w/electric engine synchronizer (bridge and pilothouse)
• SmartCraft Engine Monitor System
• Tank Monitoring System
• Dual Racor Fuel Filters
• Engine Room Fire Suppression System

• Presto Marine Hydraulic Davit 
• Glendenning Cablemaster
• Bridge Refrigerator/Freezer (New 2024)
• Lewmar Windass w/anchor and chain
• Fresh Water Washdown (fore & aft)
• Hot and Cold Hand Shower in Cockpit
• Fordeck Sunpad
• Black Canvas Covers
• Flybridge Bimini w/enclosure
• Anchor Roller
• Bonded, Tinted Windows
• Bow Chafe Plate: stainless steel
• Wide side walkways w/raised toe rails around gunwales for maximum safety
• Cleats: mooring (10)
• Deck Fitting: fuel fill (2)
• Deck Fitting: dockside water inlet, pressurized (aft cockpit)
• Deck Fitting: waste pump-out
• Deck Fitting: water fill (2)
• Decks, Non-Skid: vinylester skin coat
• Engine Ventilation Louvers
• Gunwale Trim: rigid vinyl with stainless steel insert
• Hand Rails, Side Decks: stainless steel
• Hatch: bow, Bomar translucent, opening with screen
• Hatch, Anchor Line Locker
• Hull: Vinylester Skin Coat
• Portlights: opening, with screens; non-opening (V-berth only) (2); all w/stainless-steel frames
• Rails, Bow: stainless steel, welded, through-bolted to deck w/backing plates
• Spotlight: controls at bridge and pilothouse, with cover
• Transom Swim Platform, Integrated: with Presto Hydraulic Davit and concealed, fold-away ladder
• Cockpit to Bridge Door
• Freshwater Washdown: (fore and aft)

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