CANVASBACK has benefited from extensive upgrades and careful ownership, making her a standout both mechanically and cosmetically among others in her class. She is up to date on all routine service, mechanically sound, and presented exceptionally well. The engine room shows consistent care, and overall condition reflects knowledgeable ownership and ongoing maintenance.
With her timeless profile, quality construction, and highly regarded ride, this Eastbay 49 offers an excellent opportunity for a buyer seeking a well-kept and heavily upgraded example of a true classic.
CANVASBACK significant features include:
- Annual main and generator service (June 2026)
- Exterior varnish maintenance coats on (May 2026)
- Full Interior/Exterior/Engine Room Detail (May 2026)
- New Start & House Batteries (April 2026)
- Props Tuned and Prop Speed Applied (Feb 2026)
- 1,000hr Service on Mains (Aug 2024 @2,250hrs)
- (4) Dometic reverse cycle AC units replaced (2023)
- Salon & Staterooms each have 16k BTU units. Salon has Dometic Smart Touch Eikon Controller
- Pilothouse has (2) 12k BTU units. Forward controller is Dometic Smart Touch Eikon
- ElectroSea Anti-Fouling Chlorinating AirCon Strainer for Salon & Stateroom units (2023)
- Galley Refrigeration– (2) Sea Frost refrigerator or freezer and (1) Sea Frost Insulated Stainless Steel Icebox w/Drain (Can be converted to Holding Plate Refrigerator/Freezer) (2022)
- Raritan cockpit Icemaker (2022)
- Hull painted Pearl Gray Awlgrip and Faux Teak transom (2021)
- Upgraded CAT CMD13″ Color Marine Display (2021)
- Cockpit Enclosure (2021)
- Pompanette helm and companion chairs reupholstered (2021)
- Cockpit settee reupholstered (2021)
- Pilothouse and Cabin Headliner replaced (2021)
- Cockpit enclosure replaced (2021)
- Factory rebuilt steering ram (2021)
- Factory rebuilt (5) Lewmar hatches (2021)
- Cockpit and pilothouse teak decks replaced
DECK AND HULL
The 1999 Eastbay 49 HX features a proven C. Raymond Hunt deep-V hull with classic Downeast styling, solid seakeeping ability, and Grand Banks build quality.
- Hull painted Pearl Gray Awlgrip and Faux Teak transom (2021)
- Teak teaks in cockpit and pilothouse along with teak swim platform.
- Moondust non-skid along side decks and foredeck.
DECK FEATURES
The 1999 Eastbay 49 HX offers a safe passage forward via wide side decks, practically placed stainless handrails and stainless bow rail starting just forward of the cockpit. The deck hardware is substantial and the open foredeck layout offers ample space to for safe line handling, anchoring and entertaining.
- Large inward swinging transom door for easy access to swim platform
- Replaced teak decks in cockpit along with teak steps to wide side decks
- (3) large lazarette hatches for access and ample storage
- Hot & cold-water spigot in cockpit
- Glendinning Cablemaster for 50A shore power service in cockpit to port
- Aft facing seats to port (reupholstered 2021) with primary engine room access below.
- (4) Rod Holders
- Cockpit LED Floodlight
- Maxwell 2200 electric windlass with foot controls on bow and auxiliary controls at helm.
- 66 lb. Bruce Anchor mounted on stainless pulpit with rollers and 200ft of ¼” chain rode
- Freshwater washdown spigot
- (2) Stainless cowls mounted on Dorade boxes for improved interior ventilation
- (3) Lewmar hatches (factory rebuilt 2021)
PILOTHOUSE
The Eastbay 49 HX features a bright, protected pilothouse with excellent sightlines, comfortable helm and companion seating, and equal opportunity for fresh air circulation via twin overhead hatches and opening side windows or conditioned space via recently replaced heat/aircon via (2) dedicated HVAC unit totaling 24k BTU
- (2) 12k BTU Dometic reverse cycle AC Units. Forward unit has Dometic Smart Touch Eikon Controller (2023)
- Pompanette helm and companion chairs reupholstered (2021)
- Storage forward of companion sea along with chart storage and table on dash.
- L-shaped settee to port with ample dry storage below
- Adjustable height teak dining table
- Wet bar to starboard with stainless sink, Raritan ice maker (2022), glass and beverage storage
- Teak decks offering additional sound deadening and safety attributes
- Secondary engine room access via large centerline hatch and electrical actuator
SALON
Four gradual steps down from the pilothouse you enter the large salon which adjoins the galley. The salon offers a warm, classic interior with rich teak joinery, generous natural light, a comfortable U-shaped settee with fixed dining table and two leaves.
- Dometic Smart Touch Eikon Controller and new Dometic DEGX 16k BTU condenser and separate air handler (2023)
- Unit is connected to Electrosea Anti-Fouling Chlorinating AirCon Strainer
- Fusion stereo system with MS-RA70 head unit and remote controller at helm
- 32” Samsung flatscreen TV
- Teak and holly soles
- Generous storage via drawers, lockers under settee
HELM STATION
The Eastbay 49 HX helm station is thoughtfully arranged with excellent visibility, comfortable helm seating, and intuitive access to navigation electronics, engine controls, and vessel systems. The protected pilothouse setting provides a confident command center for comfortable cruising in a wide range of conditions.
HELM ELECTRONICS & NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT
- Upgraded CAT CMD13″ Color Marine Display (2021) – Replacing all original antiquated GB gauges
- Garmin 7612XSV MFD
- Garmin 8612 MFD
- Garmin Fantom Dome 24x Radar
- FLIR M232 marine thermal camera displays on both Garmin MFD
- B&G Anemometer with Network wind, speed and depth displays
- Simrad Robertson AP20 Autopilot
- Icom Command Mic VHF
- Garmin AIS
- Raytheon RAY430 loud hailer
- (2) ACR Spotlights with controls overhead port and starboard
- Twin Kallenberg air horns
- Sidepower bow thruster control
- Fusion stereo remote
COCKPIT
The Eastbay 49 HX features a spacious aft cockpit with excellent access to the swim platform, wide side decks, and pilothouse. Well suited for entertaining, fishing, or relaxing at anchor, the cockpit offers a secure, functional outdoor space with classic Eastbay styling and quality deck hardware.
GALLEY
The Eastbay 49 HX features a practical, well-equipped U-shaped galley with classic teak joinery, generous storage, counter space, and essential appliances for comfortable cruising. Thoughtfully located below and to port, it supports easy meal preparation whether underway, at anchor, or dockside.
- Twin Undercounter Sea Frost Refrigerator/Freezers (2022)
- Sea Frost Insulated Stainless Steel Icebox w/Drain (Can be converted to Holding Plate Refrigerator/Freezer) (2022)
- GE Microwave Oven
- Princess Three Burner Electric Stove with oven
- Stainless Steel Sink
- Lockers and Drawers Above & Below Counter
- Glassware Cabinet
- Stainless Steel Opening Port w/Screen & Peek-A-Boo porthole shutters (2024)
- Large Custom Upper Teak Storage Cabinet
ACCOMODATIONS
The Eastbay 49 HX features a warm, inviting interior with classic teak joinery, abundant natural light, and a practical layout for cruising. Accommodations include two comfortable staterooms: a forward master with ensuite head, and a port guest stateroom with athwartship twin berths separated by a hanging locker. A second head with a separate shower is located to starboard and also serves as the day head.
- Peek-A-Boo Porthole Shutters (2024)
- Staterooms share Dometic 16k BTU condenser and separate air handler (2023). Master has Passport controller while port stateroom has separate air handler and fan controller
- Unit is connected to Electrosea Anti-Fouling Chlorinating AirCon Strainer
- Oversized forward master berth with en-suite head and separate shower
- Single overhead Lewmar hatch (rebuilt 2021)
- (3) Opening stainless opening portholes with screens & Peek-A-Boo porthole shutters (2024)
- Port stateroom has (2) single berths athwartship and separated by large hanging locker
- Single overhead Lewmar hatch (rebuilt 2021)
- (2) Opening stainless opening portholes with screens & Peek-A-Boo porthole shutters (2024)
HEAD / HEADS
- Master en-suite with separate shower stale.
- Starboard head is wet-head and services port stateroom and as day head.
- Both Vacu-Flush heads (serviced 2021)
MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT
- T-CAT 3196 12L @ 660 hp (2,460/2,490hrs)
- Most recent 1,000hr service completed Aug 2024 @ 2,250hrs
- (2) Aftercoolers replaced 2021
- (2) Exhaust riser elbows replaced 2021
- (2) Transmission oil coolers replaced 2021
- Twin Racor fuel filters/fuel-water separators per engine
- Updated Fireboy automatic fire suppression system
- (2) engine driven 60A alternators
- (1) 12kw Northern Lights PXG302 generator (2,285hrs)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Heart Interface Link 2000-R Inverter/Charger
- 12V DC Mastervolt Chargemaster Plus 75A battery charger
- Yacht Corrosion Consultants 50A galvanic isolator
- Professional Mainer Promatic 50A battery charger
- House batteries replaced 2026
- Engine start batteries replaced 2026
ENTERTAINMENT ELECTRONICS
- Samsung 32” flatscreen TV
- Fusion stereo system with MS-RA70 head unit and remote controller at helm
PLUMBING
- 160-gal water tank
- (2) 20-gal crosslinked blackwater polyethylene tank
- (2) Vacu-Flush heads serviced 2021
- (3) 12V Rule-Mate 2,000 GPH bilge pumps
- 6-gal 120V Kuuma water heater
- 12V Shurflo 3.2GPM water pump
