DORAL Doral 250 Monticello

Doral 250 Monticello, DESERT ROSE is a lovely 2005 Doral 250 Monticello, a well-regarded Canadian-built cruiser that delivers a solid, confidence-inspiring feel on the water and makes excellent use of space throughout. She really stands out for her smart cockpit design, particularly the sliding rear bench seat, which moves aft to instantly open up the cockpit and create a much larger social or lounging area. It works brilliantly when you’re at anchor and enjoying time afloat with family and friends, giving everyone more room to relax without feeling on top of each other. Below deck, she is a practical and comfortable weekender with accommodation for four, a compact but functional galley, and a proper onboard toilet, making overnight stays straightforward and enjoyable. She suits a wide range of boating, from easy family weekends away to relaxed coastal cruising or day trips over to the Isle of Wight. Overall, she is the kind of boat that feels just as comfortable tucked in a quiet bay as she does running between harbours on a sunny afternoon. A Berthon Essential listing.

Construction

Hull, Deck & Superstructure Construction:

• GRP hull, deck and superstructure.
• CE rated to 8 persons.
• Category B hull.
• Fender baskets on bow.
• Polished April 2026.
• Antifouled April 2026.

Machinery

Engine & Gearboxes:

• 1 x MerCruiser 5.0 MPI 260hp.
• MerCruiser Bravo Three (Bravo III) sterndrive.

 

Maintenance & Performance:

• 573 hours engine hours.
• Full service late 2025.
• New clutch, water pump, and alternator early 2025.

Propulsion & Steering:

• Trim tabs.

Electrical Systems

Battery Banks:

• 2 x 12V 110Ah batteries.

Battery Chargers:

• Pro Charge Ultra Lite AC-DC battery charger.

 

Shore Power:

• Yes - portside.

Plumbing Systems

Fresh Water & Water Heating System:

• Fresh water.
• 15L immersion heater.

 

Bilge Pumps:

• 2 x Electric bilge pump.

Tankage

Fuel:

• 247 litres.

Fresh Water:

• 115 litres.

Grey/Blackwater Holding Tanks:

• 68 litres.

Navigation Equipment

• Garmin GPS.
• VHF radio.
• Searchlight.

Domestic Equipment

Galley:

• Microwave.
• Hob.
• Fridge.

 

Heads/Showers:

• VacuFlush toilet.

 

Lighting:

• Internal lamp lighting.
• Cockpit lighting.

 

Entertainment

• Clarion Marine stereo system with Pyle Hydra speakers.

Accommodation

Summary of Accommodation:

• The Monticello's cabin is thoughtfully designed with comfortable sleeping accommodations and everything you need for day trips or weekend stays on the water.
• Up top, the spacious cockpit features extendable seating that expands into a generous entertaining area ideal for relaxing with family and friends.

Deck Equipment

Anchoring & Mooring Equipment:

• Windlass.
• Claw anchor.

Covers, Canvas & Cushions:

• Camper Pack.
• Winter cover.

Safety Equipment

• Fire extinguisher next to helm and galley.
• Fireboy automatic fire extinguisher in the engineer bay.