Beneteau Oceanis 461 for Sale – 1997 | Refit 2022 | Turnkey Bluewater Cruiser
This Beneteau Oceanis 461 (1997) is a superb example of one of Beneteau’s most popular performance cruisers. Refit in 2022 and continually upgraded, she combines reliability, comfort, and excellent sailing performance — the perfect yacht for family cruising, liveaboard life, or bluewater adventures.
With a four-cabin, two-head layout, upgraded navigation systems, and new sails (2024/2025), this Oceanis 461 is ready to sail and offered in excellent condition.
Key Features
✅ 2022 refit – modernized systems and renewed interior finishes
✅ New furling mainsail (2025) and genoa (2024)
✅ Reliable Yanmar 4JH2TE 63 HP diesel with shaft drive
✅ Solar power (2 x 145W) and new batteries (2024/2025)
✅ Bow thruster for easy docking
✅ 4 double cabins / 2 heads – ideal for families or charter
✅ Sprayhood & Bimini new 2025
✅ Dinghy + outboard included
Specifications
Builder: Beneteau
Model: Oceanis 461
Year Built: 1997
Refit: 2022
Hull Material: GRP
Length Overall: 14.16 m
Beam: 4.20 m
Draft: 1.60 m
Displacement: 9.500kg
Fuel Capacity: 200 L
Fresh Water Capacity: 750 L (3 x 250 L tanks)
Accommodation
The Oceanis 461 offers a bright, spacious interior with generous headroom and excellent ventilation — ideal for extended cruising or liveaboard comfort.
Cabins: 4 double cabins
Heads/Showers: 2
Saloon: Comfortable U-shaped settee with dining table
Galley: ENO oven, refrigerator, ample storage
TV/DVD & sound system
Engine & Mechanical
Engine: Yanmar 4JH2TE – 63.2 HP
Transmission: Shaft
Bow Thruster: Yes
Windlass: Lofrans 1500W electric
Sails & Rigging
Mainsail: Furling (new 2025)
Genoa: Furling (new 2024)
Sail Handling: Easy single-hand operation with single wheel steering
Electric Winches: No
Sprayhood + Bimini: New 2025
Electronics & Navigation
Fully equipped with reliable and modern navigation systems:
Instruments: Raymarine (wind, depth, speed)
Autopilot: Raymarine
GPS: Garmin (internal/external)
VHF + AIS: Yes / Yes
Sound System: Yes
TV/DVD: Yes
Electrical Systems
Batteries: 4 (new 2024–2025)
Solar Panels: 2 x 145W
Generator: No
Air Conditioning / Heating: No
Deck & Tender Equipment
Steering: Single wheel
Dinghy: Kappa Marine (2020)
Outboard: Yamaha 2.5 HP (2010)
Cockpit Shade: New Bimini & Sprayhood (2025)
Remarks
This Beneteau Oceanis 461 for sale is a proven bluewater cruising yacht, combining sailing performance, comfort, and simplicity. The extensive refit in 2022 and new sails ensure she’s ready for her next adventure — whether exploring the Mediterranean, Caribbean, or beyond.
Perfect for families, liveaboards, or couples seeking a well-equipped cruising yacht, this Oceanis 461 represents excellent value and turnkey reliability.