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2005 Carver 560 Voyager

Lake Dallas, TX, US 56 ft · 15.33 ft' beam
Asking
$480,000
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The 2005 Carver 560 Voyager Pilothouse *BABALU III* is a well-appointed 56-foot motor yacht offering a compelling combination of long-range cruising capability, live-aboard comfort, and genuine social versatility — all from a freshwater-only history on Lake Dallas, Texas. At 56 feet with a 15.33-foot beam, the 560 Voyager's wide-body layout translates directly into interior volume that rivals much larger vessels, and this particular example has been configured and maintained to take full advantage of that space.

Power comes from twin Volvo Penta D12 EVC diesel engines rated at 675 horsepower each, showing 590 hours — a low-hour figure for a vessel of this age and class. The Electronic Vessel Control system is operable from all three helm stations: the enclosed pilothouse, the flybridge, and the stern cockpit, giving the captain flexibility regardless of conditions. Hydraulic steering, QL bow and stern thrusters, and trim tabs round out a propulsion and handling package that makes single-handed or shorthanded operation genuinely manageable, even in tight marina situations. An 800-gallon fuel capacity and 200-gallon freshwater tank support extended cruising without the range anxiety that plagues smaller vessels, and the Onan 22kW generator — with 2,412 hours logged — keeps all onboard systems running independently of shore power when needed.

The pilothouse is a proper working helm environment, equipped with twin Garmin multi-function displays covering charts, sonar, and radar, alongside electronic throttle and shift, a hydraulic tilt steering column, a spotlight remote, windlass remote, and a defroster system for the windshield. The captain's chair is adjustable and swiveling, and a large L-shaped ultra-leather sofa on the port side makes the pilothouse a comfortable space for guests underway. The flybridge mirrors the pilothouse's Garmin electronics setup with its own twin multi-function displays, a second set of electronic throttle and shift controls, bow and stern thruster controls, a Ritchie compass, and an electric dual helm seat. A fiberglass hardtop with open-array radar scanner and KVH TracVision satellite system, extended canvas awning, and a large C-shaped sofa with dining table make the flybridge a legitimate outdoor living space. The flybridge cooking station — with a JennAir electric grill and ventilation hood, refrigerator, and ice maker — is a notable feature that makes outdoor entertaining genuinely functional rather than an afterthought.

Below, the main salon carries a high-gloss cherry wood interior finish throughout, with large port and starboard windows fitted with Roman blinds, accent lighting, wall sconces, and carpeted flooring. A U-shaped ultra-leather sofa with high-gloss dining table occupies the port side, while a second ultra-leather sofa with recliners serves the starboard side — a layout that accommodates a full group without crowding. A Sonos sound system handles interior audio, and a hi/lo television completes the salon entertainment setup. The galley is positioned in the up-galley configuration, keeping it convenient to both the main salon and the cockpit. It is outfitted with a Sub-Zero stainless steel side-by-side under-counter refrigerator and freezer, solid surface countertops, a three-burner electric stove, convection oven and microwave, dual polished stainless steel sinks, a dishwasher, and a trash compactor —

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 2005 Carver 560 Pilothouse VoyagerFreshwater Use Only – Moored in Covered SlipWell Maintained – Great Cruising Boat or Live Aboard! This 3 Cabin – 2 head arrangement is perfect for extended cruising or live aboard.  Well appointed with all the modern conveniences of home including dishwasher, washer and dryer among other great features.  BABALU III is perfect for entertaining family, friends, or clients because of numerous social zones located throughout the vessel: cockpit, main salon, pilothouse, flybridge, swim platform, and bow area. Preparing meals and snacks is made is easy with the fully equipped galley and cooking station on the fly bridge that includes a JennAir grill, refrigerator, and ice maker.   The master stateroom is spacious and equipped with large hanging locker, chest-of-drawers, large storage locker, washer/dryer, separate head and separate shower/tub. Guests are comfortably accommodated in the VIP stateroom which features a centerline island queen berth and private access to the day head.  The 3rd stateroom with bunk beds  is perfect for kids, the grandkids or extra storage for extended cruising.  With large fuel capacity (800 gal.) and water capacity (200 gal.), this vessel is ready to go places.   Volvo Penta D12 675 HP diesel engines provide plenty of power and with the bow and stern thrusters, close quarters maneuverability is exceptional! BABALU III has been used in freshwater only and well-maintained.  Engines and generator services completed in August 2025 along with fresh bottom paint.   Electronics and stereo upgrades in recent years and the vessel is equipped with the hydraulic swim platform option which will accommodate a tender or jet ski. Please contact Listing Broker, Wally Wells, for appointment.  Electrical/MechanicalTwin Volvo Penta D12 EVC – 675 HP Diesel Engines – 590 HoursEVC System – All 3 Piloting Stations – Bridge/Pilot House/Stern CockpitOnan 22 KW Generator – 2,412 HoursReverse Cycle Heat and Air Conditioning – Chiller Replaced 2022Two 50 amp Shore Power with Cablemaster Racor Fuel FiltersBattery ChargersOil Change SystemBilge HeatersAuto Fire Suppression System PilothouseTwin Garmin Multi-Function Displays – Charts/Sonar/RadarGarmin/Fusion Sound System - ExteriorElectronic Throttle & ShiftTilt – Hydraulic SteeringQL Bow & Stern ThrustersTrim TabsSpotlight RemoteWindlass Remote Windshield WipersDefroster Vents for WindshieldCaptain’s Chair with Armrests – Adjustable - SwivelsPilothouse Sliding Door – Starboard SideLarge L-Shaped Ultra-Leather Sofa – Port Side Fly BridgeTwin Garmin Multi-Function Displays – Charts/Sonar/RadarElectronic Throttle & ShiftTilt – Hydraulic SteeringQL Bow & Stern ThrustersTrim TabsSpotlight RemoteWindlass Remote Windshield WipersRitchie CompassElectric Dual Helm SeatAC/Heat Vents Jenn-Air Electric Grill with VentRefrigeratorIce MakerLarge C-Shaped Sofa with Dining TableFiberglass Hardtop with Open Array Radar Scanner and TracVisionExtended Canvas Awning at Hardtop with Lounge Area Main SalonU-Shaped Ultra-Leather Sofa with High Gloss Dining Table – Port SideUltra-Leather Sofa with Recliners to Starboard High Gloss Cherry Wood Interior FinishLarge Windows Port & Starboard with Roman BlindsAccent Lighting & Wall SconcesCarpeting Hi/Lo TVSonos Sound System - Interior GalleyGalley Up Location – Convenient to Main Salon and CockpitStainless Steel Side-By-Side Under-Counter Sub Zero Refrigerator & FreezerSolid Surface Countertops Three-Burner Electric Stove Convection Oven/MicrowaveDual Polished Stainless Steel Sinks DishwasherTrash CompactorStorage Lockers and CabinetsTile Floor                                                                              Master StateroomQueen Size Island Berth with Built-In NightstandsPrivate Head with Sink and Vanity, Separate Vacu-Flush Toilet, and Separate Shower Stall/Bath TubTwo Opening Ports & Venetian BlindsLarge Cedar-Lined Hanging LockerLarge Cedar-Lined Storage Closet Built-In Chest of DrawersHi/Lo Washer & Dryer in LockerFlat Screen TV & Sound BarReading Lights & Accent LightingAC/Heat ThermostatCarpeting VIP Stateroom ForwardCenterline Island Berth with Steps on Both SidesHanging Locker & DrawersFlat Screen TV with Sound BarFour Opening Ports and Overhead HatchPrivate Access to Day HeadLarge Separate Shower Stall – Starboard SideReading LightsAccent LightingAC/Heat Theromstat Third StateroomBunk BedsOpening Port - Top BunkHanging LockerSmall NightstandReading LightsAccent Lighting Day HeadAdjacent to the VIP Stateroom and Third StateroomVessel Style Sink, Vanity, Vacu-Flush Toilet, Opening Port, and Separate Shower Stall DeckPlow Anchor with Chain & RodeBow and Side RailsRemote Spotlight on Bow RailElectric Anchor Windlass in Recessed Bow LockerTwo Large Sun Pads with CoverCockpit Sofa with High Gloss Teak Table Bow Access from Both Sides of TransomTransom Wet Lockers with Freshwater WashdownCockpit Engine & Thruster ControlsHydraulic Swim Platform – Suitable for Jet Ski or TenderUnderwater Transom LightsTwo Glendenning Cable Master for Shore Power CordsMesh Covers for Windshield Upgrades & ServicesGarmin ElectronicsFusion Sound SystemFly Bridge Extended AwningEngines & Generator Services – August 2025Bottom Paint – August 2025Batteries – Spring of 2024 

2005 Carver 560 Voyager Pilothouse for Sale — Lake Dallas, TX | 56 ft Freshwater Motor Yacht
Year: 2005 | Make: Carver | Model: 560 Voyager Pilothouse | Length: 56 ft | Location: Lake Dallas, TX | Price: $480,000 ---
Overview
The 2005 Carver 560 Voyager Pilothouse represents one of the most thoughtfully configured cruising motor yachts in its class — a full-featured, three-cabin, two-head vessel designed for extended passages, live-aboard comfort, and serious onboard entertaining. Known among mid-size American motor yacht enthusiasts, the Carver 560 Voyager platform delivers a wide 15.33-foot beam, a 4.75-foot draft, and a hull designed to carry 800 gallons of diesel fuel alongside 200 gallons of fresh water — a combination that speaks directly to the range-minded buyer looking for a capable cruiser in the 55- to 60-foot category. This particular example, named *BABALU III*, has been used exclusively in freshwater throughout its life and is currently moored in a covered slip on Lake Dallas, Texas. The vessel is powered by twin Volvo Penta D12 EVC diesel engines rated at 675 horsepower each, with 590 hours recorded. The Onan 22 kW generator shows 2,412 hours of use. Engine and generator services were completed in August 2025, and bottom paint was applied at the same time. Batteries were replaced in spring 2024. For buyers searching for a Carver 560 Voyager for sale, a freshwater pilothouse motor yacht, or a live-aboard cruising yacht with multiple staterooms and full onboard systems, *BABALU III* presents a well-equipped, comprehensively outfitted example worth serious consideration. ---
Layout and Deck Design
The Carver 560 Voyager Pilothouse is structured around six distinct social and functional zones: the cockpit, main salon, pilothouse, flybridge , hydraulic swim platform, and bow area. This layout supports a wide range of uses — from weekend family cruising and client entertaining to extended live-aboard arrangements — because each zone functions independently while connecting logically to the others. The cockpit is equipped with a sofa and a high-gloss teak table, making it a natural gathering point when docked or at anchor. Transom wet lockers with freshwater washdown keep the cockpit area organized and practical. Underwater transom lights add ambiance at the waterline, and the hydraulic swim platform — one of the more desirable options on this model — lowers to accommodate a jet ski or tender, significantly expanding the vessel's utility at anchor. Bow access is available from both sides of the transom, and two large sun pads with covers are positioned forward. A remote spotlight is mounted on the bow rail, and an electric anchor windlass is recessed into the bow locker, keeping the foredeck clean. A plow anchor with chain and rode is included. The flybridge extends the living space topside with a large C-shaped sofa and dining table, a dual electric helm seat, and a full outdoor cooking station featuring a JennAir electric grill with vent, a refrigerator, and an ice maker. A fiberglass hardtop with open array radar scanner and TracVision satellite dome provides weather protection, and an extended canvas awning creates a shaded lounge area aft of the hardtop. AC and heat vents serve the flybridge helm area. ---
Pilothouse and Helm Systems
The pilothouse on the Carver 560 Voyager is a fully enclosed, climate-controlled command center with defroster vents for the windshield and a sliding door on the starboard side for easy deck access. The captain's chair is adjustable, swiveling, and fitted with armrests. A large L-shaped ultra-leather sofa on the port side accommodates crew or guests during passages. Helm electronics in the pilothouse include twin Garmin multi-function displays capable of handling charts, sonar, and radar simultaneously. Electronic throttle and shift, hydraulic tilt steering, and QL bow and stern thrusters are all controlled from this station. Trim tabs and remote spotlight and windlass controls round out the pilothouse helm. A Garmin/Fusion sound system serves the exterior zones from this station as well. The flybridge replicates the full pilothouse helm capability, with twin Garmin multi-function displays, electronic throttle and shift, hydraulic steering, QL bow and stern thruster controls, trim tabs, and remote spotlight and windlass access. A Ritchie compass is mounted at the flybridge helm. A third piloting station in the stern cockpit completes the EVC system, allowing the vessel to be maneuvered from three separate locations — a feature that significantly simplifies docking and close-quarters handling, particularly when combined with the bow and stern thruster package. ---
Main Salon and Galley
The main salon is finished in high-gloss cherry wood with carpeted floors, large port and starboard windows dressed with Roman blinds, accent lighting, and wall sconces. A U-shaped ultra-leather sofa with a high-gloss dining table occupies the port side, while a second ultra-leather sofa with recliners is positioned to starboard. A hi/lo television and a Sonos sound system serve the interior, creating a living environment that functions well for both passage-making and extended stays at the dock. The galley is positioned in a galley-up configuration, placing it conveniently between the main salon and the cockpit for easy flow when entertaining. Equipment includes a stainless steel side-by-side under-counter Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, solid surface countertops, a three-burner electric stove, a convection oven and microwave, dual polished stainless steel sinks, a dishwasher, and a trash compactor. Tile flooring, storage lockers, and cabinets complete the galley space. The Sub-Zero refrigeration and dishwasher combination reflects a genuine commitment to onboard living quality rather than occasional weekend use. ---
Cabin and Stateroom Accommodations
Master Stateroom: The master is located amidships and features a queen-size island berth with built-in nightstands. The private head includes a separate vanity and sink, a vacu-flush toilet, and a separate shower stall and bath tub — a combination rarely found outside vessels approaching 60 feet. A cedar-lined hanging locker, a cedar-lined storage closet, and a built-in chest of drawers address storage thoroughly. A hi/lo washer and dryer are installed in a dedicated locker. A flat-screen television with sound bar, reading lights, accent lighting, and an independent AC/heat thermostat complete the space. VIP Stateroom: The forward VIP stateroom features a centerline island queen berth with steps on both sides, hanging locker and drawers, a flat-screen television with sound bar, four opening ports, an overhead hatch, and an independent AC/heat thermostat. The VIP stateroom has private access to the day head and a large separate shower stall on the starboard side — an arrangement that gives guests genuine privacy. Third Stateroom: The third cabin features bunk beds, an opening port at the top bunk, a hanging locker, a small nightstand, and reading and accent lighting. This stateroom functions well for children, additional guests, or as a dedicated storage cabin during extended passages. Day Head: Shared between the VIP and third staterooms, the day head includes a vessel-style sink, vanity, vacu-flush toilet, an opening port, and a separate shower stall. ---
Power, Mechanical, and Onboard Systems
Twin Volvo Penta D12 EVC diesel engines, each producing 675 horsepower, power *BABALU III*. The EVC (Electronic Vessel Control) system integrates throttle, shift, and joystick-style maneuvering across all three helm stations, giving operators smooth, precise control in tight marina environments. With 590 hours on these engines, the power plant is well within a reasonable service range for a 2005 vessel. The Onan 22 kW generator provides shore-independent power for the vessel's considerable electrical load, including the reverse-cycle heat and air conditioning system throughout all cabins and social spaces. The chiller for the HVAC system was replaced in 2022. Two 50-amp shore power connections with Glendenning Cablemaster reels keep the vessel powered at the dock
Length
56 ft
Beam
15.33 ft'
Year
2005
Builder
Carver
Model
560 Voyager

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