2017 Beneteau Oceanis 55

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.