Beneteau Oceanis 46.1

Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 | AZKENEAN
AZKENEAN is an exceptionally well-equipped and privately owned Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 configured specifically for offshore cruising and extended liveaboard use.


Unlike many Oceanis 46.1 examples configured primarily for charter service, this yacht benefits from the highly desirable 3-cabin owners layout together with a remarkable inventory of cruising upgrades including Starlink Maritime, Iridium GO!, lithium battery system, solar arch with rigid solar panels, PredictWind DataHub, Rainman watermaker and a comprehensive B&G electronics suite.


A major highlight is the professionally specified 2023 Selden rig conversion, undertaken as a deliberate bluewater cruising and performance upgrade rather than as the result of any accident or damage. The standard Oceanis 46.1 is supplied with a Z Spar in-mast furling rig and a relatively small mainsail. AZKENEAN was upgraded to a premium Selden furling mast, boom and complete rigging package specifically to carry a modern full-batten furling mainsail offering over 25% greater sail area, together with a significantly more robust furling system. The Selden design uses a precision cardan mechanism in place of the standard plastic endless-screw arrangement, delivering smoother, more reliable operation and greatly improved long-term durability.


The upgraded rig also removes many of the compromises associated with the standard arrangement, allowing the yacht to open the boom further when sailing downwind and dramatically improving sailing performance, particularly on offshore passages. The investment included a new Selden mast, boom, standing rigging, running rigging and associated deck hardware, effectively resetting one of the largest future ownership costs whilst creating a considerably more capable offshore cruising yacht.


Additional recent expenditure includes fresh Elvström sails, Torqeedo electric outboard, safety equipment servicing, engine servicing, antifouling and ongoing professional maintenance.


The interior presents in clean, lightly used condition and offers a bright, contemporary atmosphere with excellent natural light, generous storage and comfortable accommodation throughout.


A very serious cruising specification on one of the most successful modern production offshore cruisers in her class.


Accommodation
Three-cabin, two-head owners layout finished in contemporary walnut Alpi joinery with light upholstery and abundant natural light throughout.
The conventional L-shaped galley to port provides excellent worktop space and storage, with gas cooker and oven, refrigeration and twin stainless-steel sinks.
 Hull glazing creates an exceptionally bright interior atmosphere.
Forward, the owners cabin features a centreline double berth, extensive storage and ensuite access.
Two generous aft double cabins provide comfortable guest accommodation with good standing space and natural ventilation.
Both heads benefit from separate shower compartments.
Accommodation Summary
3 double cabins
2 heads compartments
2 separate shower stalls
Large owners forecabin
Dedicated navigation station
Large saloon dinette
Walnut Alpi interior finish
Light upholstery
Large hull windows and deck hatches
Excellent storage throughout
 
Brokers Comments
AZKENEAN is one of the finest privately owned Beneteau Oceanis 46.1s currently available. Rather than simply maintaining the yacht to factory specification, her owner has systematically upgraded her into a genuine offshore cruising platform.


The centrepiece of these improvements is the professionally engineered 2023 Selden rig conversion. Rather than replacing like-for-like equipment, the standard Z Spar rig was intentionally upgraded to a premium Selden furling system carrying a larger full-batten mainsail. The result is a yacht with significantly improved downwind performance, greater sail area, a far more robust furling mechanism and considerably enhanced offshore capability.
Combined with the owner's three-cabin layout, lithium battery system, solar generation, Starlink Maritime, Iridium GO!, PredictWind DataHub, Rainman watermaker, comprehensive B&G electronics, recent Elvström sails and meticulous maintenance history, AZKENEAN represents a rare opportunity to purchase an Oceanis 46.1 that is already equipped for serious bluewater cruising.


Rather than budgeting for years of upgrades, her next owner can step aboard and depart immediately with confidence.


Additional Info


Mechanical
Yanmar 4JH80 diesel engine (Serviced every 100 hours)
Approx. 80hp
Saildrive transmission
Engine serial number E55226
Bow thruster
Autoprop propeller


Engine professionally serviced April 2024 plus another full service according to Yanmar specifications has been conducted by the owner (with original Yanmar spare parts) in September 2025, with less than 10 engine hours since that time.
Recent antifouling and anodes June 2025


Electrical Systems
Lithium house battery upgrade
6 x150 Ah (900A LiFePO4) service batteries
Additional 125A alternator upgrade
Mastervolt BattMan Pro battery monitor
Battery shunt system
Solar arch / gantry
2 x SunPower rigid solar panels
MPPT solar regulator with Bluetooth monitoring
Shore power system
12V and 230V electrical systems


Navigation Equipment
2 x B&G Zeus 3 multifunction displays
2 x B&G Triton 2 multifunction displays
2 x B&G Triton autopilot controllers
2 x B&G NAC-3 autopilot computers
B&G Precision 9 compass
B&G Broadband 4G radar
B&G V60 VHF
B&G H60 wireless handset
Ocean Signal ATB1 AIS transponder
SIMRAD ForwardScan sonar
Raymarine DST810 transducer
PredictWind DataHub
Starlink Maritime system
Iridium GO!


Safety Equipment
Ocean Signal EPIRB1
Ocean Signal rescueME PLB3
Plastimo Transocean 6-person liferaft
Jon Buoy recovery module
Echomax Active XS radar reflector
Jackstays
Manual and electric bilge pumps
Navigation lights


Rig & Sails
Professionally upgraded Selden offshore rig package (2023)
Selden in-mast furling mast
Selden boom
Selden Rodkicker
New standing rigging (2023)
New running rigging (2023)
Additional mast clutches
Adjustable backstay system
Facnor headsail furling system
Spinnaker pole track
Unlike the standard Oceanis 46.1 specification, this yacht was upgraded specifically to carry a modern full-batten in-mast furling mainsail. The conversion increases mainsail area by more than 25%, substantially improving sailing performance whilst retaining the convenience of in-mast furling.


The Selden furling system is also considerably more robust than the standard installation, utilising a precision cardan mechanism rather than the standard plastic endless-screw arrangement, resulting in smoother operation and improved long-term reliability.


Sail inventory includes:
Elvström full-batten furling mainsail (2023)
Elvström genoa (2023)
Staysail
Code D
Parasailor available by separate negotiation.


Deck Equipment
Twin wheel steering
Teak-laid decks
Teak-laid cockpit
Teak cockpit table
Cockpit cushions
Large cockpit lockers
Cockpit shower
Swim platform
Boarding ladder
Quick electric anchor windlass
Delta anchor
40m anchor chain
20m rope rode


Plumbing & Water Systems
Pressurised hot and cold water
2 x heads compartments
2 x separate showers
Holding tanks
Portable Rainman watermaker (140 litres per hour output)
Full fresh water capacity is 530l (with optional additional water tank)


Galley
L-Shaped galley to port
Gas cooker and oven
Refrigeration
Double stainless sinks
Excellent storage
Large work surfaces


Tender & Outboard
Takacat 340 tender included (Tender floor currently being replaced by seller)
Torqeedo Travel XP S electric outboard
Torqeedo XP battery
Approx. Less than 2 hours use


Recent Maintenance & Upgrades
2021
Lithium battery system upgrade
Additional alternator installation
Battery monitoring system
Echomax Active radar reflector
2023
Complete professionally specified Selden offshore rig conversion
New Selden in-mast furling mast
New Selden boom
New Selden Rodkicker
New standing rigging
New running rigging
New Elvström full-batten furling mainsail (over 25% greater sail area than standard)
New Elvström genoa
Starlink Maritime installation
Solar arch installation
Twin rigid solar panels
2024
Engine service
Antifouling
Anodes replaced
Hull polish
Gelcoat repairs
ForwardScan installation
Liferaft service
Torqeedo outboard purchase
2025
Engine service
Jon Buoy service
Lift out and antifouling
Propeller and saildrive treatment
Deck cleaning


Disclaimer
Nicolle Associates 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.
This vessel is EU VAT paid.
As always photographs do not do justice so a viewing is highly recommended.
This boat is lying in Hendaye, France.
© 2026 Nicolle Associates


Additional Information
The Selden rig conversion was a planned owner upgrade undertaken to improve offshore capability and sailing performance. It was not carried out following any grounding, dismasting, collision or insurance claim. The yacht has never suffered any structural damage.  


Please note that some photographs may show a Parasailor sail, which is available by separate negotiation.