What’s interesting is that Carver built in a second Nova
Kool fridge/freezer unit across in the lower section of the
entertainment center; you can now separate drinks and
food items, and properly provision on longer excursions.
Carver has also cleverly designed a waste receptacle drawer
next to the extra fridge.
Midship is an oasis unto itself. Two steps up from
the galley is a raised level (offering additional headroom
below) that is open but feels like a separate area. To port
is a U-shaped — I hate to say settee — as it’s more like a
contemporary sofa. It rings the hi-lo pedestal table, which
is the perfect setting for meals or casual dining. There’s an
accompanying sofa to starboard, making this an inviting
dinning or lounging area. Add in the Samsung 43-inch
flat screen TV and Polk sound bar speakers for a true
entertainment experience. Dark wood flooring, contrasting
lighter fabrics and leather trim highlight the interior salon,
as well as the rooms below. The views are great through
the forward twin-pane windshield and large side windows.
You can opt for a lower helm station, but with a flybridge
like the one offered on the C52, why would you want to
be below? It will also take space away from the starboard
seating, so why ruin a good thing? If you need to run the
C52 from the main deck, I’d recommend investing in a
good remote control system.STATELY STATEROOMS
As you read this section on the lower staterooms, keep
in mind this is all on a 52-foot yacht. Maybe not so
surprising nowadays, but Carver was able to construct
three staterooms without cramming or making you walk
sideways to get around.
Nestled in the starboard aft corner of the salon next
to the entertainment center is a private staircase to the
master stateroom. As you descend the several steps of
the curved staircase, note that there are several cabinets
here that house the AC/DC electrical breaker panels;
it’s out of the way and out of sight.
With a few cool features, the master stateroom can double as
a mid-day hideaway to refresh and recharge. Located midship
and at full beam, the master boasts spaciousness that eliminates
that closed-in feeling sometimes found on yachts this size.Along with a centerline queen-size berth, there’s a
portside lounging chaise for those times when you need to
lay down but not on the bed, or sit back with a good book
or a favorite boating magazine.
The textured headboard, high-gloss cherry wood finish, a
variety of materials and shades for the walls and ceiling, hull
windows with opening portholes, a 32-inch flat screen TV
and storage all around are eye-catching. Lighting options
include 11 overhead LEDs, a headboard and soffit ropes,
underberth accents, reading spots and a table lamp. The
lights can invoke pretty much any mood.
Another place to relax is in the glass-enclosed shower
stall. With a L-shaped teak seat, frameless glass door, tile
accents, porthole, and Delta faucet and rain showerhead, a
quick shower or a relaxing steam are both at your fingertips.
The vanity includes a vessel sink, upper, lower and side
storage and a Tecma EZ Fit freshwater head.
Other staterooms are below forward, accessed via a
staircase from the salon. In the peak is the VIP stateroom,
with centerline island queen berth, five overhead lights,
rope lighting in the soffit, reading lamps and ambient light
via the deck hatch with escape ladder. Hullside windows
add sea-level viewing. Shelving, drawers, lockers and
storage compartments keep it tidy. With 6 feet, 6 inches
of headroom to boot, and an entertainment system with
high-gloss black cherry finish, vinyl accents and textured
panels, you might think the VIP rivals the master stateroom.
An additional guest stateroom is to starboard with twin
berths, overhead and courtesy lighting, an opening port and
a nightstand. Headroom is plenty sufficient for adults or
tall kids. There is a washer/dryer option that can be fitted
in the closet space in this room.
Believe it or not, Carver also offers an aft stateroom — a
nice addition if you carry a crewmember or perhaps extended
family members.
There’s more to the Carver C52 Command Bridge,
like the wide side decks, forward sunpad lounge area
with stereo, and engine and system access. You need
to check one out for yourself. And then you might find
yourself in the future saying, “Back in the day, on my
Carver C52 Command Bridge...” Perhaps while sitting
on your newest Carver. ★CARVER
YACHTS C^52
COMMAND
BRIDGESPECIFICATIONS
LOA (w/ swim
platform): 51'10"
Beam: 15'8"
Draft: 4'
Weight (dry): 42,000 lbs.
Fuel Capacity:
550 gals.
Water Capacity:
150 gals.
Base Power:
T-QSB 6.7 480-hp
Cummins diesels
Power (as tested):
T-QSC 8.3 600-hp
Cummins diesels
Base Price (as tested):
$1,278,370
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