Beneteau 46
Price
US $119,000
Currency
Length
46' - 14.02m
Vessel Location
Sea Cows Bay TORTOLA
Launch Year
2000
Boat Overview
Set sail on WindSwept, a never chartered and well maintained 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 461 that blends elegance with practical cruising performance. Designed by the world-renowned Bruce Farr and built by Beneteau's US production team, this 46-footer offers the perfect balance of speed, stability, and comfort, making her an ideal vessel for exploring the Caribbean in style.
Accommodations
This 3-cabin version of the Beneteau 461 is highly sought after for its spacious and intelligent layout. WindSwept easily accommodates up to eight people with a generous forward owner's stateroom, two large aft cabins, and convertible salon seating. Whether you're cruising with family or entertaining friends under the stars, this yacht provides space and privacy in equal measure.
Interior Features
Inside you'll find the timeless design Beneteau is known for, richly finished wood cabinetry, expansive natural lighting through deck hatches and portlights, and thoughtful ventilation throughout. The salon is both comfortable and functional, with a U-shaped settee and a large dining table that converts into a full-sized berth, making overnight guests feel at home. The forward cabin includes a private ensuite head with shower, while the aft cabins share a second well-appointed head, giving everyone onboard convenience and comfort.
Galley
The galley is designed for offshore functionality as well as life on the hook, featuring ample counter space, a double stainless-steel sink, top-loading refrigeration, and a reliable Force 10 propane stove/oven setup, everything you need to prepare meals at anchor or underway.
Sailing Performance
But WindSwept isn't just about luxury, she sails beautifully. The Farr-designed hull and keel deliver exceptional performance under sail, she balances well on the helm, tracks steadily, and can clip along at 8 knots on a reach with ease. The in-mast furling mainsail and roller furling genoa make sail handling straightforward, even for a short-handed crew. With a deep cockpit, wide decks, and well-placed winches, WindSwept is both safe and exhilarating to sail.
Extended Cruising Equipment
She's also equipped with everything you need for extended cruising the Caribbean and beyond; solar panels to stay energy-independent, a robust windlass with a Rocna anchor and chain rode for reliable holding in varied conditions, a powerful Yanmar diesel engine with excellent maintenance history, and plenty of tankage for water and fuel. Her systems are designed for simplicity and reliability, critical when island-hopping.
Deck & Cockpit
On deck, the large cockpit with a centerline table is shaded by a full bimini and dodger, providing a welcoming space for sunset cocktails, lobster dinners, or quiet mornings with a coffee and a view. The sugar scoop transom with swimming ladder makes dinghy access and swimming effortless.
Adventure Ready
With her proven pedigree, classic styling, and comprehensive cruising setup, WindSwept is ready for adventure. Whether you're dreaming of lazy days in the Grenadines, thrilling passages between the islands, crossing oceans, or making her your liveaboard home, this Beneteau 461 delivers comfort, performance, and serious cruising potential.
Step Aboard
Step aboard WindSwept and let her carry you toward the horizon, where the water is warm, the drinks are cold, and the next anchorage is always just a reach away.
Additional Details
Interior Comforts & Amenities
Three cabin layout with spacious salon
Salon headroom- 6'5"
Forward- V-berth with ensuite head and shower (bunk length is 7'2")
Twin aft cabins with double bunks (bunk length is 6'10")
Dinette converts to additional double bunk
Sleeps eight total
Setee on starboard side
Two Jabsco manual heads (Forward new 4/2024, Aft new 1/2025) (Fwd head has a 6 gal holding tank)
Force 10 stove with oven & broiler
Microwave- Sunbeam
Refrigerator- Top loading, SeaFrost BDXPAW, 6.25 cu ft (Compressor replaced 1/2023, Optional water cooling)
Freezer- Top loading, SeaFrost BDXPAW, 4.00 cu ft
Aft head w/ shower shared by aft cabins
Water heater- Atwood MPD .5 gal Powered by engine or electric
All deck hatches & portlights have sun covers and screens to keep interior cool
Air conditioning- Cruisair SMX2,2 units (Condition unknown, not used)
Propane- 2 x 10 lb. Tanks in stern locker
Ventilation fans in salon and all cabins
Varnished hardwood veneers throughout
Electronics & Navigation Equipment
Navigation- iPads with Navionics
VHF- Standard Horizon Explorer GX1600 (25W), with remote handset at helm
AIS- Digital Yacht iAIS TX Class B (Bluetooth, purchased 12/2020)
Radar- Furuno First Watch Wireless Radar (Bluetooth, purchased 12/2020, mounted on arch)
Depth- Raytheon ST60 Tridata
Wind- Raytheon ST60
Autopilot- Raymarine APU400 (control board replaced/upgraded 3/2019)
Compass- Plastimo Olympic 135
Stereo- Kenwood KMR-D558BT
Salon and cockpit speakers
SSB- Icom IC-710 (disconnected)
Electrical System
Solar Panels- 2 x Panasonic 365W (730W total, mounted on arch, installed 2/1/2019)
Charge Controllers- 2 x Victron MPPT 100/30
Batteries- 2 banks of 4 x 6V Duracell batteries (12V system)
Starter Battery- Odyssey Extreme Group 31
Battery Charger- ProCharge Ultra
Inverter- Schumacher PC-2000
Shore Power- 2 Marinco outlets (stern)
2 x 30A shore power cables
USB Power- Available in most cabins, helm and nav station.
Navigation Lights- Mast rewired with LED anchor, steaming, and deck lights
Stern light- LED
Bow light- Incandescent
Batteries
House- 2 banks of 4 x 6V Duracell batteries, 8 total (12V system)
Engine- Odyssey Extreme Group 31
Mechanical Equipment
Windlass- Italiwinch (1500 watts, replaced Feb 2022) 'Quick' brand control at bow + remote at helm
Propeller- MaxProp 3-blade feathering (Factory rebuilt 12/2020)
Prop Shaft Seal- PSS brand
Transmission- Kanzaki KBW21
Alternator- 12V with Balmar controller (belt driven)
Shift Controller- UltraFlex B400 (New controller & cable 11/2022)
Steering system- SS cable
Emergency tiller
Rudder bearing (New 2023)
Three Kidde fire extinguishers 10-B-C (dry chemical)
Tankage
Fuel
Main: 53 gal
Aux 1: 25 gal
Aux 2: 30 gal
Total: 108 gal (stainless steel)
Transfer Pump switch at engine control panel
Water
Salon Port: 67 gal
Salon Starboard: 67 gal
Forward: 73 gal
Total: 207 gal (fiberglass)
Deck & Cockpit Equipment
Cockpit table
Storage lockers under teak finished cockpit seating
Custom vinyl seat cushions for cockpit (full set)
Dodger- Full Sunbrella with opening center and clear vinyl windows, Sunbrella covers for vinyl
Bimini- Full Sunbrella cover
SS pulpit and stanchions
New lifelines installed 2024
Primary anchor- 25 kg Rocna anchor with 200' of 3/8" chain.
Chain- 200 ft, 3/8 (New Feb 2022)
Secondary Anchor- Fortress FX-37 with chain and rope rode
Dinghy davits
Swimming ladder
Portlights- 12 Lewmar with covers and screens (New 2/2023)
Toe-rail- Teak finished with Epithane
Sails & Rigging
In-mast furling main
Keel stepped mast
Roller furling genoa
ProFurl unit (New 4/2025)
Standing rigging inspected and passed 2023
Inner shrouds replaced 2023
Winches
Lewmar 40ST, Electric 2-speed
Lewmar 44ST Manual 2-speed
Lewmar 54ST Manual 2-speed
Lewmar 54ST Manual 2-speed
Sails
In-mast furling mainsail by Perfect Sailmakers (New 2018)
130% genoa by Doyle Sails (New 4/2025)
Additional Equipment
AB Alumina 9.5 dingy (New January 2025)
Yamaha 8 hp 2 stroke outboard
Revere 6 person life raft mounted on deck. Re-certified January 2025, valid thru 1/2028
7 PFD jackets
MOM8 Man Overboard Module
Throwable horseshoe
2 Radar reflectors (mast-mounted)
Cookware, some dishes & cutlery
Various power & hand tools
Assorted spare engine parts & fluids
Disclaimer
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.
Set sail on WindSwept, a never chartered and well maintained 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 461 that blends elegance with practical cruising performance. Designed by the world-renowned Bruce Farr and built by Beneteau's US production team, this 46-footer offers the perfect balance of speed, stability, and comfort, making her an ideal vessel for exploring the Caribbean in style.
Accommodations
This 3-cabin version of the Beneteau 461 is highly sought after for its spacious and intelligent layout. WindSwept easily accommodates up to eight people with a generous forward owner's stateroom, two large aft cabins, and convertible salon seating. Whether you're cruising with family or entertaining friends under the stars, this yacht provides space and privacy in equal measure.
Interior Features
Inside you'll find the timeless design Beneteau is known for, richly finished wood cabinetry, expansive natural lighting through deck hatches and portlights, and thoughtful ventilation throughout. The salon is both comfortable and functional, with a U-shaped settee and a large dining table that converts into a full-sized berth, making overnight guests feel at home. The forward cabin includes a private ensuite head with shower, while the aft cabins share a second well-appointed head, giving everyone onboard convenience and comfort.
Galley
The galley is designed for offshore functionality as well as life on the hook, featuring ample counter space, a double stainless-steel sink, top-loading refrigeration, and a reliable Force 10 propane stove/oven setup, everything you need to prepare meals at anchor or underway.
Sailing Performance
But WindSwept isn't just about luxury, she sails beautifully. The Farr-designed hull and keel deliver exceptional performance under sail, she balances well on the helm, tracks steadily, and can clip along at 8 knots on a reach with ease. The in-mast furling mainsail and roller furling genoa make sail handling straightforward, even for a short-handed crew. With a deep cockpit, wide decks, and well-placed winches, WindSwept is both safe and exhilarating to sail.
Extended Cruising Equipment
She's also equipped with everything you need for extended cruising the Caribbean and beyond; solar panels to stay energy-independent, a robust windlass with a Rocna anchor and chain rode for reliable holding in varied conditions, a powerful Yanmar diesel engine with excellent maintenance history, and plenty of tankage for water and fuel. Her systems are designed for simplicity and reliability, critical when island-hopping.
Deck & Cockpit
On deck, the large cockpit with a centerline table is shaded by a full bimini and dodger, providing a welcoming space for sunset cocktails, lobster dinners, or quiet mornings with a coffee and a view. The sugar scoop transom with swimming ladder makes dinghy access and swimming effortless.
Adventure Ready
With her proven pedigree, classic styling, and comprehensive cruising setup, WindSwept is ready for adventure. Whether you're dreaming of lazy days in the Grenadines, thrilling passages between the islands, crossing oceans, or making her your liveaboard home, this Beneteau 461 delivers comfort, performance, and serious cruising potential.
Step Aboard
Step aboard WindSwept and let her carry you toward the horizon, where the water is warm, the drinks are cold, and the next anchorage is always just a reach away.
Additional Details
Interior Comforts & Amenities
Three cabin layout with spacious salon
Salon headroom- 6'5"
Forward- V-berth with ensuite head and shower (bunk length is 7'2")
Twin aft cabins with double bunks (bunk length is 6'10")
Dinette converts to additional double bunk
Sleeps eight total
Setee on starboard side
Two Jabsco manual heads (Forward new 4/2024, Aft new 1/2025) (Fwd head has a 6 gal holding tank)
Force 10 stove with oven & broiler
Microwave- Sunbeam
Refrigerator- Top loading, SeaFrost BDXPAW, 6.25 cu ft (Compressor replaced 1/2023, Optional water cooling)
Freezer- Top loading, SeaFrost BDXPAW, 4.00 cu ft
Aft head w/ shower shared by aft cabins
Water heater- Atwood MPD .5 gal Powered by engine or electric
All deck hatches & portlights have sun covers and screens to keep interior cool
Air conditioning- Cruisair SMX2,2 units (Condition unknown, not used)
Propane- 2 x 10 lb. Tanks in stern locker
Ventilation fans in salon and all cabins
Varnished hardwood veneers throughout
Electronics & Navigation Equipment
Navigation- iPads with Navionics
VHF- Standard Horizon Explorer GX1600 (25W), with remote handset at helm
AIS- Digital Yacht iAIS TX Class B (Bluetooth, purchased 12/2020)
Radar- Furuno First Watch Wireless Radar (Bluetooth, purchased 12/2020, mounted on arch)
Depth- Raytheon ST60 Tridata
Wind- Raytheon ST60
Autopilot- Raymarine APU400 (control board replaced/upgraded 3/2019)
Compass- Plastimo Olympic 135
Stereo- Kenwood KMR-D558BT
Salon and cockpit speakers
SSB- Icom IC-710 (disconnected)
Electrical System
Solar Panels- 2 x Panasonic 365W (730W total, mounted on arch, installed 2/1/2019)
Charge Controllers- 2 x Victron MPPT 100/30
Batteries- 2 banks of 4 x 6V Duracell batteries (12V system)
Starter Battery- Odyssey Extreme Group 31
Battery Charger- ProCharge Ultra
Inverter- Schumacher PC-2000
Shore Power- 2 Marinco outlets (stern)
2 x 30A shore power cables
USB Power- Available in most cabins, helm and nav station.
Navigation Lights- Mast rewired with LED anchor, steaming, and deck lights
Stern light- LED
Bow light- Incandescent
Batteries
House- 2 banks of 4 x 6V Duracell batteries, 8 total (12V system)
Engine- Odyssey Extreme Group 31
Mechanical Equipment
Windlass- Italiwinch (1500 watts, replaced Feb 2022) 'Quick' brand control at bow + remote at helm
Propeller- MaxProp 3-blade feathering (Factory rebuilt 12/2020)
Prop Shaft Seal- PSS brand
Transmission- Kanzaki KBW21
Alternator- 12V with Balmar controller (belt driven)
Shift Controller- UltraFlex B400 (New controller & cable 11/2022)
Steering system- SS cable
Emergency tiller
Rudder bearing (New 2023)
Three Kidde fire extinguishers 10-B-C (dry chemical)
Tankage
Fuel
Main: 53 gal
Aux 1: 25 gal
Aux 2: 30 gal
Total: 108 gal (stainless steel)
Transfer Pump switch at engine control panel
Water
Salon Port: 67 gal
Salon Starboard: 67 gal
Forward: 73 gal
Total: 207 gal (fiberglass)
Deck & Cockpit Equipment
Cockpit table
Storage lockers under teak finished cockpit seating
Custom vinyl seat cushions for cockpit (full set)
Dodger- Full Sunbrella with opening center and clear vinyl windows, Sunbrella covers for vinyl
Bimini- Full Sunbrella cover
SS pulpit and stanchions
New lifelines installed 2024
Primary anchor- 25 kg Rocna anchor with 200' of 3/8" chain.
Chain- 200 ft, 3/8 (New Feb 2022)
Secondary Anchor- Fortress FX-37 with chain and rope rode
Dinghy davits
Swimming ladder
Portlights- 12 Lewmar with covers and screens (New 2/2023)
Toe-rail- Teak finished with Epithane
Sails & Rigging
In-mast furling main
Keel stepped mast
Roller furling genoa
ProFurl unit (New 4/2025)
Standing rigging inspected and passed 2023
Inner shrouds replaced 2023
Winches
Lewmar 40ST, Electric 2-speed
Lewmar 44ST Manual 2-speed
Lewmar 54ST Manual 2-speed
Lewmar 54ST Manual 2-speed
Sails
In-mast furling mainsail by Perfect Sailmakers (New 2018)
130% genoa by Doyle Sails (New 4/2025)
Additional Equipment
AB Alumina 9.5 dingy (New January 2025)
Yamaha 8 hp 2 stroke outboard
Revere 6 person life raft mounted on deck. Re-certified January 2025, valid thru 1/2028
7 PFD jackets
MOM8 Man Overboard Module
Throwable horseshoe
2 Radar reflectors (mast-mounted)
Cookware, some dishes & cutlery
Various power & hand tools
Assorted spare engine parts & fluids
Disclaimer
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.
Price
US $119,000
Boat Reference
526799
Launch Year
2000
Length
46' - 14.02m
Beam
4.25m
Draft
1.75m
Vessel Location
Sea Cows Bay Tortola
Region
GD
Use
Leisure
Builder
Beneteau
Engine
Yanmar
75 HP
Direct
Engine Make
Yanmar
Number Engines
1
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
3279
Accommodation
Cabins:3
Electrics
Generator:True
CONTACT DETAILS
Dealer
BVI Yacht Sales
Telephone
Address
Nanny Cay Marina
Sea Cows Bay TORTOLA British Virgin Islands
Sea Cows Bay TORTOLA British Virgin Islands
Website
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