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Hanse 495, designed by Judel/Vrolijk & Co and built in 2011, is a highly capable and well-equipped cruising yacht combining modern performance, spacious accommodation and excellent levels of self-sufficiency. Currently lying at Cleopatra Marina, Greece, she has been extensively cruised in the Mediterranean since 2022. Measuring 15.4m (50’5”) overall with a 4.75m beam and 2.38m draft, features a dark blue gelcoat hull, fin keel with bulb, twin wheel steering and a spacious aft cockpit. Accommodation is arranged over three cabins with six berths, including a generous master cabin with walk-around bed, separate shower and heads. Power comes from a 75hp Volvo Penta D2-75F diesel with saildrive and upgraded three-blade folding propeller. The engine was serviced in March 2025 and the saildrive seal was replaced in May 2023. Cruising independence is enhanced by a Schenker 30-litre/hour watermaker, Watt & Sea hydro-generator, 770W solar array and upgraded battery and charging systems. The sloop rig carries a 2020 Hyde heavy-duty cruising mainsail and 105% genoa, an original Hanse self-tacking jib and a 2018 Code 0. The yacht is equipped with B&G navigation equipment including a Zeus 3 12” plotter, 4G radar, RS100 VHF, AIS B, autopilot and forward-looking sonar. The interior features high-quality mahogany-style joinery, leather upholstery, Eberspächer heating and a well-equipped galley with three-burner cooker, oven, microwave and Vitifrigo refrigeration. Recent upgrades include a new Bimini (2024), sprayhood (2025), permanent folding stainless-steel swim ladder (2024), cockpit cushions (2024) and new domestic batteries (2025). A well-presented and comprehensively equipped Hanse 495, she is ready for extended cruising and new adventures in the Mediterranean. https://www.williamsandsmithells.com/boats/hanse-495/
Beneteau Oceanis Clipper 461, Bruce Farr designed, built 1999, Blue Hull, copper-coated below waterline, bulb wing keel, wheel steering. Powered by 85hp Yanmar, Main & Genoa by Quantum Sails (2017), predominantly B&G navigation equipment. 3 double cabins & 2 heads layout, can sleep up to 8 throughout incl saloon . Holding tank. Gala dinghy A240 Lite with aluminium hull. Comfortable spacious cruising yacht , 4 private owners, has never been chartered. EU VAT paid status Designed by renowned naval architect Bruce Farr and built by Beneteau in France in 1999, this Oceanis Clipper 461 is an exceptionally well-maintained bluewater cruising yacht that perfectly combines performance, comfort and practicality. Presented with a striking blue hull, EU VAT paid status and having had just four private owners from new, she has never been chartered and is ready for her next adventure. Her proven cruising specification includes a winged bulb keel, wheel steering and a reliable 85hp Yanmar diesel engine with shaft drive. The hull has been protected with Coppercoat since 2015, while Trudesign composite seacocks were fitted in 2022. Recent upgrades include new domestic and engine batteries, new domestic water pipework, a new bilge pump and WC macerator pump, all completed in 2025. The sail wardrobe comprises a Quantum slab-reefing mainsail and furling genoa, both new in 2017 and professionally maintained, while the forestay was replaced in 2026. Navigation is centred around a predominantly B&G electronics package including GPS chartplotter, autopilot, speed, depth, wind instruments and VHF. Below decks, the spacious three-cabin, two-head layout comfortably accommodates six guests, with additional berths in the saloon allowing sleeping for up to eight. The warm timber interior is complemented by a well-equipped galley, hot water system, Isotherm fridge/freezer, LED lighting and generous storage, making her equally suited to extended cruising or liveaboard life. On deck, she is fully equipped for comfortable cruising with a Rocna 25kg anchor and 100m of chain, electric windlass with remote control, sprayhood, bimini, swim platform and deck shower. Also included is a 2021 Gala A240 Lite aluminium-hulled tender with Honda 2.3hp outboard. A highly regarded Bruce Farr design with an excellent ownership history, this Oceanis Clipper 461 represents an outstanding opportunity to acquire a capable, comfortable and genuinely turn-key cruising yacht. https://www.williamsandsmithells.com/boats/beneteau-oceanis-clipper-461-2/
Alpa 42, Built 1978 launched 1980, Centre cockpit cruiser designed by renowned Sparkman and Stephens, built by Alpa Ship yard with roots in the chemical industry providing assured quality when it comes to the Polyester resin used during construction. Chianti has benefited from a number of major upgrades in 2019 with her underwater fully hull stripped back to gelcoat and 5 coats of International Primacon, 2 coats of hard racing applied. Rig fully replaced in 2019. Set of lazy jacks, a full winter cover in 3 sections. The crafts Rudder was dropped, dried and refitted, gland repacked. New steering cable etc. 12v bluwave aircon fitted to feed aft cabin and saloon. A New Beta 75 installed 2016 (hrs 650), commissioned 2017, Borg Warner velvet drive gearbox factory refurbished 2016, new fuel tank. A Pro Combi Q c2,500 Watt Sinwave Charger/Inverter 2021, cockpit locker and cockpit side deck teak replaced with “tecdec” 2019. Major electrical refit in 2015, Sleeps 5 in 3 cabins plus 2 in saloon. €69,950 UK/EU VAT Paid. Original invoice held. Craft was in Greece before Brexit in 2019. https://www.williamsandsmithells.com/boats/alpa-42/