- Beam: 13' 11''
- Hull Material: Fiberglass
- Max Draft: 5' 9''
- Displacement: 20,950 lb
- Fuel Tank: 1 x 53|gallon
- Fresh Water: 1 x 207|gallon
- Cabins: 3
- Heads: 3
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Prime Directive – 1999 Beneteau Oceanis 461
Truly the finest Beneteau 461 we have ever seen. Impeccably maintained and extensively upgraded by her current owner, this yacht shows as close to new as you will find. The photos cannot capture her full quality—you need to see Prime Directive in person to appreciate how exceptional she really is.
Powered by a fresh Yanmar 4JH3E engine with only 72 hours, this vessel is turnkey and ready to cruise. From her newly rigged Z-Spar mast and Doyle sails to her meticulously refinished hull and elegant interior, every detail has been cared for to the highest standard.
Main Salon
Entering to starboard, the main salon features custom coconut-colored upholstery surrounding a teak dining table that drops to form a spacious berth. Cherry veneer cabinetry, black and gold throw pillows, and antique gold window treatments create a refined, classic look. The space is bright and airy, with abundant natural light from upper portholes, lower portlights, and hatches, and offers over 6’4” of headroom.
Galley
The port-side galley is well equipped for extended cruising, featuring:
Force 10 four-burner LPG stove with oven and broiler (USCG-compliant propane system)
Isotherm Cruise 200 stainless steel refrigerator/freezer (12v/110v)
Double stainless steel under-mount sink with Scandvik chrome mixer
Solid surface countertop with granite-style finish (newly installed)
Foot pump for manual rinse water and pressurized hot/cold from three tanks totaling 207 gallons
Upgraded Imtra lighting, two upper portholes, one double portlight, and overhead hatch for excellent ventilation
Master Stateroom
The forward master cabin offers a queen berth with new mattress (2023), cherry cabinetry, generous storage, and custom bedding in soft desert pastels. Two overhead hatches and upgraded lighting provide comfort and ambiance. The ensuite head features a large shower, all-new plumbing, ball valves, sanitation hoses, and a complete rebuild of the toilet system.
Guest Cabins
Two identical aft staterooms each feature a double berth, custom cream and gold bed ensembles, and matching bolstered wall cushions. Both have ensuite heads with upgraded plumbing, handheld showers, and portholes for natural light.
Hull and Underbody
The hull was professionally stripped and inspected, found to be completely free of blisters or delamination. It was faired with West System epoxy, barrier-coated with Interlux 1000/2000, and finished with Interlux Micron 66 black bottom paint. Since 2017, compliant antifouling paints have been used and maintained annually.
All keel bolts replaced for preventive maintenance
New cutlass bearing and shaft seal installed
Rudder bearings replaced
Boot stripe refinished in elegant gold and black accents over a white hull
Stored on the hard annually, buffed and waxed each season
Deck and Rigging
New 2023 rig: Z-Spar mast and boom, Profurl roller furler, Doyle mainsail and 135% genoa, custom Doyle Easy Pack sail cover
All standing and running rigging new in 2023
Lofrans Tigres 1000W windlass, Danforth and Britany anchors
Lewmar 54 ST genoa winches and Lewmar 40 ST halyard winches
Custom Sunbrella bimini (13’ x 10’) and full set of black cockpit cushions
Spinnaker pole, 7 deck hatches with custom screens, and dorades for ventilation
Includes full dock gear: fenders, dock lines, and mooring equipment
Electronics
Raymarine I-40 instruments for depth, speed, and wind
Plastimo compass
Standard Horizon handheld VHF
Electrical Systems
New engine start battery (2022)
House bank: 4 Deka 6V deep cycle batteries wired in series (new 2022)
Mastervolt Mass Combi 12/2000-100 inverter/charger
Mastervolt Battery Mate isolator, charge regulator, and remote monitor
Upgraded 90A alternator
Honda EU2000i generator for supplemental AC power
30A shore power service with upgraded wiring and connectors
Engine and Mechanical
Rebuilt in 2022, the Yanmar 4JH3E (56HP) engine runs flawlessly with only 72 hours since rebuild (original 3,904).
Kanzaki transmission in excellent condition
53-gallon aluminum fuel tank, cleaned and fitted with dual inspection ports (2023)
Bilges dry, clean, and odor-free throughout
Summary
Prime Directive is a standout example of the popular Beneteau Oceanis 461, presenting in exceptional mechanical and cosmetic condition. Her refit has been carried out with meticulous attention to detail, resulting in a yacht that is truly turnkey and ready for her next adventure.
Whether your goal is extended Caribbean cruising or comfortable liveaboard life, Prime Directive delivers both elegance and reliability—a genuine pleasure craft in every sense.
Denison Yachting - San Francisco is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Virgin Islands Yacht Broker.
Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.
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