GLV-120 was completed at Breaux Brothers in New Iberia, LA.
Shine Down was launched in June 2025.
Specifications:
GLV-120 is an entirely new concept of off-grid luxury living
The floating mansion is an energy self-sufficient off-grid vessel
Her name is "Shine Down" to reinforce the solar-powered foundation of the design
Shine Down is 120 feet long, with four decks built with all aluminum construction
With 108 solar panels and over 300 kWh of LFP batteries, the vessel is primarily self-powered
170 kW of inverter power for electrical needs, including AC/Heat, cooking, lighting, and water-making
Conventional living electrical systems make this a home-from-home for anyone wanting independence from the crowds
She is designed for people seeking the comfort of home, with the ability to get away and provide family security on the water
When underway, 3 Cummins QSM11 engines, with one engine powering an azimuth bow thruster
There is a swimming pool on the rear main deck, and it is also solar-powered
Shine Down has over 5,000 sq feet of living space, 8,000 sq feet overall
There is a large side-loading garage for a tender and jet skis
Self-powered by solar for lighting, cooking, cooling, fresh water, and wastewater treatment
Sun deck with pool at the stern and two forward decks, one fully screened for a bug-free environment
The Pilothouse is also a party deck on the top deck with 360-degree panoramic views
Observation lounge on the third deck with wrap-around balconies
Four bedrooms, each with a King-size bed and en suite bathrooms
Space for up to 6 total State Rooms and below-deck crew quarters.
Two laundry rooms on two floors
12" thick foam insulation, 16" in the roof, designed to be ultra-energy efficient
High-speed Starlink internet and WiFi throughout
Luxury kitchen on the main deck,Â
The main deck features a coffee lounge, main lounge, dining room, office, mud room, and additional amenities.
Outdoor kitchen complete with grill and wood pellet smoker.
Updated July 2025 with the latest photos