1997 Beneteau 46' (14.02 m) 461
Saint Augustine, Florida, United States
Layla
Great Opportunity For A Live-Aboard Cruising Vessel!! Motivated Sellers! Introducing a well-maintained and equipped 1997 Beneteau Oceanis 461. Some Standout features include: Bow-Thruster, Lithium Battery Bank, Life-Raft, and Solar Array. Call today to schedule a showing!
Flag of Registry: United States
Port of Registry: Oriental. NC
- Cruisers
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- GRP Hull
- HIN/IMO: BEY68017A797
$ 105,000 USD
€ 91,555 Euros
$ 145,010 CAD
£ 79,323 GBP
Description
Great Opportunity For A Live-Aboard Cruising Vessel!!
Motivated Sellers!
Introducing a well-maintained and equipped 1997 Beneteau Oceanis 461 - designed by Bruce Farr & Armel Briand. This practical cruiser combines performance and reliability. Having gracefully crossed the Atlantic, this vessel boasts a proven track record in long-distance sailing. This boat has had some nice upgrades over the years, and has been prepared for offshore adventures and extended journeys. She is equipped with masthead sloop rigging, featuring an installed inner forestay. The Mainsail and Genoa are on furlers, and there is an additional selection of sails in her inventory. Along with the reliable and refurbished 80 horsepower Perkins Prima M80T diesel engine, it promises smooth sailing and dependable performance. The vessel is equipped with a bow thruster, life-raft, solar system, and lithium batteries, among many other features. The Oceanis 461 is designed for comfort and convenience, featuring three spacious cabins and two heads, making it perfect for family adventures, four-legged travel companions, and/or entertaining guests. The thoughtful layout provides ample space for relaxation and enjoyment. This boat is ready for your next journey. Whether you're navigating coastal waters or embarking on a longer voyage, the Beneteau Oceanis 461, affectionately named "Layla," is a fantastic choice ready to embark on new adventures with its next owner. She is currently located in the beautiful city of Saint Augustine.
Data Sheet
HIN/IMO: BEY68017A797
Official Number: 1178814
LOA: 46' 7'' (14.20 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 1997
Beam: 13' 11''
Draft Max: 5' 9''
Cabins: 3
Heads: 2
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: GRP
Hull Finish: White
Hull Shape: Monohull
Bridge Clearance: 59' 2''
Bow Thruster: Yes
Fuel Tank: 53 Gallons (200.63 Liters)
Fresh Water: 145 Gallons (548.88 Liters)
Holding Tank: 10 Gallons (37.85 Liters)
Displacement: 20944
Ballast Weight: 7496 lbs
Full Details
Deck & Hull
- Bimini & Dodger
- Custom Stainless Steel Arch with Fishing Rod Holders, Mounting of Solar Panels & Dinghy Davits
- Cockpit Shower
- Outboard Engine Bracket
- Cockpit Cushions
- Stainless Life Lines
- Manual Bilge Pump
- Vulcan 25kg. Primary Anchor
- 300' of BBB Chain
- Fortress - Backup Anchor
- Spare Rode
- Lewmar H2 Electric Windlass
- Max-Prop 4-Blade Feathering Bronze Propeller
Galley & Interior
- Force-10, 3-Burner Propane Stove with Oven - New in 2025
- Double Stainless Sink
- Separate Top-Loading Refrigerator and Freezer
- Microwave Oven
- Foam Toppers for Cabin Beds
Electrical
- (2) 120V / 30A ShorePower Inlets (one for air-conditioning units, the other for all other 120v systems)
- Separate 12v & 120V Systems with Breaker Panels
- Charles Isolation Transformer
- (2) Battery Chargers (one for house, one for starter)
- 450 Watts of Bifacial Solar Panels (2 @ 100w, 1 @ 250w) - New in 2025
- Victron MPPT Solar Charge Controller - New in 2025
- Victron DC to DC Charger - New in 2025
- (2) 200Ah Lithium (LiFePO4) House Batteries - (400 Ah Total at 12v) - New in 2025
- Separate Starting Battery
- Heart Interface (Xantrex) Inverter
Electronics & Navigation
- Raymarine C120 MFD with charts
- Raymarine ST-60 Wind, Depth, Speed Instruments
- Raymarine ST6001 AutoPilot - S3G Autohelm (with spare parts)
- Raymarine AIS 650 (Class B Transponder)
- Raymarine Radar
- Starlink Mini with 12V Power Supply - New in 2025
- Compass
- Standard Horizon Eclipse Marine VHF Radio with masthead antenna.
- Stereo with Speakers in Cockpit
- TV
Mechanical
- Perkins Prima MT80 Diesel - approx. 6000 hours
- Turbo Replaced in 2024
- Mixing Elbow Cleaned & Media Blasted - 2024
- Replaced Elbow Connector - 2024
- Replaced Perkins Coolant Pump and flushed coolant - 2025
- Max Power Bow Thruster - 12v Retractable
- (2) Air Conditioning Units - Reverse Cycle (heat & cool)
- (2) Thru-hulls were replaced (AC Inlet and for Depth Sounder) - Completed in 2025
- Water Heater - 11 Gal.
- Hot/Cold Pressurized Freshwater System
- Adler Barbour Top-Loading Freezer and Refrigerator
- Rule Bilge Pump - New in 2024
- Manual Bilge Pump
Sails & Rigging
- Furling Genoa 140% - Good Condition
- In-Mast Furling Mainsail - UK Sailmakers - Good Condition
- Additional Sails:New 155% Furling Genoa by North Sails
- Asymmetrical Cruising Spinnaker with Scoop
- (2) Tri-Radial Spinnakers (one older, one newer)
- Standing Rigging - Replaced under previous owner in 2018
- Chainplates Removed, Inspected and Re-bedded in 2018
Safety Items
- Six-Person Life-Raft Certified through 2026
- Parachute Sea-Anchor with rode & chain
- Delta Drogue with rode
- EPIRB
- Scanstrut Emergency Bolt-on Rudder
- Power Survivor 35 WaterMaker - makes 2.5 gph (may need service)
- Ditch Bag with Misc.
Tender
- 2013 West Marine 10' Rigid Inflatable Dinghy
- Yamaha 8.8hp Outboard with 3-yr. Manufacturers Warranty - New in 2025
Listing MLS by Yachtr.com
Contact Us
For more information about this yacht please contact Clint Jordan.
We look forward to working with you!
CJ Yacht Sales
Saint Petersburg FL USA
Phone: 1-727-308-1585
Email: info@cjyachtsales.com
Website: https://www.cjyachtsales.com
The CJ Yacht Sales team began with Whiteaker Yacht Sales. For the better part of twenty years, Whiteaker Yacht Sales established itself as a trusted name in the yacht brokerage industry. They were synonymous with integrity, expertise and exceptional customer service. The founders, Ed and Debbie Whiteaker, developed a niche in the brokerage industry by specializing in high-quality cruising sailboats and trawlers. This focus allowed them to become experts in these types of vessels, providing clients with in-depth knowledge and insights that were invaluable in the buying and selling process. Ed & Debbie Whiteaker were also award-winning dealers for Island Packet Yachts, and helped maintain a community for the brand that is still going strong to this day.
Clint Jordan
Licensed Yacht Broker & Owner
Saint Petersburg FL USA
Cell: 1-850-723-4278
Email: clint@cjyachtsales.com
Clint is a native Floridian who grew up around the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area and enjoyed powerboating, kayaking, fishing, and being on the water. In 2005, while living in Pensacola, Clint took his first sailing lesson, joined a local sailing club, and developed a passion for the cruising lifestyle. He has since continued to learn more about sailing, and has enjoyed chartering throughout the Caribbean, as well as around the Florida coastline. Clint now lives in the beautiful city of St. Petersburg, FL. He is a proud owner of a Island Packet 350 which he enjoys in his free time.