Beneteau Oceanis 55

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2017 Beneteau Oceanis 55 | Owner's Version | VAT Paid | Never Chartered




Zen is an exceptionally well-maintained and comprehensively upgraded 2017 Beneteau Oceanis 55 Owners Version, privately owned from new, VAT paid and never chartered.




Designed by Berret Racoupeau and renowned for combining performance, comfort and elegant liveaboard cruising, Zen presents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the most highly specified and thoughtfully upgraded Beneteau Oceanis 55s currently available.




Since 2023, Zen has undergone a substantial and ongoing upgrade programme, with significant investment made across her cruising systems, solar and energy infrastructure, water independence, canvas, comfort and auxiliary equipment. The result is a genuinely turnkey Beneteau Oceanis 55 requiring no immediate expenditure and ready for immediate cruising.




This Beneteau Oceanis 55 has benefited from continuous owner-led maintenance and upgrading throughout her life, ensuring her next owners can enjoy immediate cruising without the expense and disruption often associated with purchasing a pre-owned yacht. Whether your plans involve Mediterranean cruising, extended liveaboard living or longer offshore passages, Zen offers the comfort, capability and independence to step aboard and cruise immediately.




Zen is currently cruising in the Dodecanese Islands, Greece, and is available for inspection by appointment. Unlike many yachts of this type, she has never entered charter service and remains in private ownership.




The Beneteau Oceanis 55 is currently cruising the Mediterranean during the 2026 season and remains available for inspection by appointment. Prospective buyers have the opportunity to view the yacht fully commissioned, actively cruised and maintained to an exceptional standard.




For those unable to inspect in person, live video viewings can be arranged.




A reserved winter storage berth at Almira Boat Yard, Athens, is available to the new owner from mid-October 2026 if required. Handover can be arranged following completion of the current Mediterranean cruising season.

Construction


White GRP (fibreglass) hull

White GRP (fibreglass) superstructure

Blue hull underwater

Fin keel

Iron keel material

Spade/blade rudder

Twin helm stations with twin wheel steering

Fin keel

Teak decks in excellent condition

Full superstructure polish and wax (2026)

Antifouled in 2023, 2024 & 2026 (including propeller in 2026)

2024 last structural survey


Built by Beneteau in France and launched in 2017, Zen features a white GRP hull, teak side decks and a spacious cockpit centred around twin helm stations. The Oceanis 55 is widely regarded as one of Beneteau's most successful large cruising yachts, offering an ideal balance between sailing performance, comfort and practical long-distance cruising.




Machinery


Yanmar 75hp diesel engine (approximately 1,900 engine hours)

Saildrive transmission

Dock & Go manoeuvring system

Bow thruster

Fisher Panda 10kVA generator (approximately 500 hours)

New exhaust elbow (2026)

New ZF Dock & Go joystick (2024)

New Yanmar remote display (2024)

New generator starter battery (2025)


Powered by a reliable 75hp Yanmar diesel engine with approximately 1900 hours, Zen has been regularly used and maintained as a private cruising yacht. Dock & Go technology and the bow thruster make close quarters manoeuvring simple and stress-free. Her cruising systems have been selected to maximise comfort and independence away from marinas, allowing extended periods at anchor with minimal reliance on shore power.




Electrics


12V and 220V onboard systems

Victron 2000W inverter system (2023)

2 Victron solar panels

660W solar array (2023)

Battery monitor fitted

Shore power connection

Shore power isolator fitted


Solar arch (2023)

Shore power connection




Tankage


400 L fuel capacity

2 fuel tanks

700 L water capacity

80 L holding tank capacity

Plastic fuel, water and holding tanks

Both discharge methods fitted

Sea Water Pro watermaker, 150L/hr (2023)




Accommodation


Full-width owner's cabin forward with private ensuite

Three double cabins

Two heads

Two aft guest double cabins

Second bathroom

Additional crew cabin forward

Separate crew heads compartment

Two main bathrooms with electric (vacuum) flush toilets

Separate shower stall

Navigation desk fitted

Accommodation for up to 10 guests

Air conditioning throughout

Heating throughout

Excellent headlining condition

Electrically operated saloon table converts to additional double berth


Zen features the highly sought-after Owners Version layout, offering a luxurious full-width master cabin forward with private ensuite, complemented by two generous guest aft cabins and a second bathroom.


An additional crew cabin forward, with a separate head, provides valuable flexibility for guests, storage, or occasional crew accommodation. The electrically operated saloon table converts to an additional double berth when required.




Domestic


Gas oven and 3-burner cooktop, and grill

Microwave fitted

Three refrigerators (including a cockpit refrigerator) plus a freezer compartment.

Pressurised hot and cold water system

Fusion Marine Audio MS-RA770 Apollo sound system (installed 2023)

Daewoo mini washer/dryer (installed 2023)

Retractable television

Dishwasher

De'Longhi coffee machine (installed 2023)

Ice maker (installed 2023)

Sandwich press

Full bedding including sheets, duvet & pillows for all berths

Comprehensive First aid kit

Bright contemporary saloon

Extensive storage throughout


The bright and spacious saloon, finished in Beneteau's signature contemporary styling, creates a welcoming environment for extended cruising or life aboard.




Deck


80 m anchor chain

Electric windlass with new Lewmar windlass motor (installed 2025)

New Lewmar windlass display and chain counter (installed 2025)

Sprayhood & Dodger (installed 2023)

Bimini (installed 2023)

Port & starboard cockpit shade system (installed 2025)

Full cockpit enclosure clears (installed 2023)

Sun awning

Passerelle

Deck shower

Cockpit cushions (installed 2023)

Cockpit refrigerator

Deck shower

2 x Cabin-top sunbeds (installed 2023)

6 x Mooring warps

2 x extra long floating warps for stern to rocks

8 x fenders, 3 x ball fenders

Courtesy lights




Navigation


4 x B&G Zeus2 chartplotters with extended displays

B&G speed/log

B&G depth sounder

Radar

1 x B&G H90 VHF radio (with AIS transceiver)

1x Horizon floating HX300 VHF Radio & 1 x B&G H50 cordless

Depth sounder

Speed and log instruments

Onboard B&G Wi-Fi


Zen is fully equipped for coastal and offshore cruising with a comprehensive B&G navigation suite.




Tenders


Zodiac Cadet 270 aluminium-hull tender (new 2025)

Mercury 4hp 4 Stroke outboard (new 2025)

Tender lifting bridle, painter and towing strops.

2026 outboard service


One of Zen's standout features is the extensive inventory included in the sale. Offered on a genuine walk-in, walk-off basis, she comes complete with equipment accumulated and refined through years of private ownership and cruising.




Safety


EPIRB

In-date flares

Grab bag

Life buoy

Emergency

2023 liferaft service




Rig & Sails


Fractional sloop rig

Stainless standing rigging with split backstay configuration

Good condition running rigging

Slab reefing mainsail

Roller furling genoa

2 x electric primary winches – Harken

1 x electric secondary and 1x secondary manual winch – Harken

Sail service completed 2023 & 2026


The yacht is configured for safe and comfortable short-handed cruising, with quality Harken winches,

cockpit-led controls and practical deck arrangements.


Contact The Seller

General Information

Designer
Berret/Racoupeau
Year
2017
New or used
used
Lying
Greece

Accommodation

Measurements

Length overall (m)
16.7792
Length waterline (m)
15.1608
Beam (m)
4.9591
Draft (m)
2.3012
Displacement (kg)
16900

Engines

Engine
Yanmar
Engine Hours
1400
Fuel
Diesel

About The Seller

Williams & Smithells Ltd

Northshore Shipyard Itchenor

Chichester

West Sussex

PO20 7AY

United Kingdom

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