Hanse 461 (sailboat) for sale

Remarks :
This Hanse 461 is a striking example of a well cared for performance cruiser, combining German build quality with the renowned Judel/Vrolijk hull design. Privately owned from new and never chartered, she presents in excellent condition with a long list of recent upgrades in 2025, including solar, canvas, lighting and servicing. With her powerful sail plan, deep lead bulb keel and twin wheels, she offers rewarding sailing performance while remaining easy to handle for a couple.
The sought-after two-cabin owner’s version provides generous living space, ideal for extended Mediterranean cruising with family and friends. Her spacious saloon, finished in elegant cherry wood with leather upholstery, feels bright and welcoming, while the large cockpit with full teak decking is perfectly set up for relaxed entertaining at anchor or in harbour.
Significant recent investment, including bow thruster servicing, new Sunbrella canvas, LED lighting upgrades and a new Quick hot water boiler (July 2025), ensures she is fully prepared for the coming season. This is a yacht that offers both performance and comfort, with minimal fuss and immediate cruising potential.
Highlights Listed below but included in Full Specs:
• Privately owned from new – never chartered
• Judel/Vrolijk performance hull design
• Two-cabin, two-heads owner’s layout
• Max Power VIP 150 retractable bow thruster
• Victron solar panels with MPPT (2025)
• New Sunbrella bimini and stackpack (July 2025)
• 25kg Mantus anchor with 100m chain (2023)
• Engine, gearbox and bow thruster serviced (2025)
• Ready for Mediterranean cruising
BROKER’S REMARKS
This Hanse 461 offers an excellent balance between rewarding sailing performance and genuine cruising comfort. The twin-wheel cockpit is spacious and secure, making her ideal for relaxed days under sail and long evenings at anchor. The two-cabin owner’s layout provides privacy and generous storage, well suited to extended stays aboard.
Her recent upgrades and careful private ownership set her apart. With key systems serviced in 2025, new solar installation and updated canvas, she represents a straightforward purchase for anyone seeking a capable, well-presented yacht ready to cruise the Mediterranean without delay.

Accommodation :
ACCOMMODATION
Two-cabin owner’s version Forward owner’s cabin is offset double berth with work station/desk Large aft cabin with double berth and ample storage Second head with shower adjacent to companionway Spacious saloon with L-shaped seating around dining table Additional 2 arm chairs opposite Elegant cherry wood joinery and white panels Leather upholstery in saloon Ample natural light and ventilation throughout
LAYOUT This is the sought-after two-cabin version with two heads, offering a luxurious layout ideal for long-term cruising. The forward owner’s cabin features an en-suite head and separate shower. The aft cabin provides excellent comfort and storage. The spacious saloon includes a large dining area and galley with dedicated navigation station to Port.
DOMESTIC The galley is fully equipped with twin stainless steel sinks, top-loading fridge, gas cooker with oven, and ample storage. The yacht benefits from hot and cold pressurised water throughout, including in both heads.

DISCLAIMERThe Company 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.

Inventory :
NAVIGATION Depth sounder Speed/log Wind instrument Autopilot VHF radio – handheld Compass at each helm
DECK Full teak decking and teak-laid cockpit Twin helm stations Electric anchor windlass New windlass remote and wireless handheld control (2025) 25kg Mantus anchor with 100m chain (2023) Stainless steel pulpit and pushpit Guard wires and stanchions Mooring cleats fore, aft, and midships Boarding ladder at stern
SAFETY Navigation lights Lifebuoy Fire extinguishers Bilge pumps (manual and electric) Stainless steel guard rail with gates
CANVAS
Sunbrella bimini (new July 2025)Sunbrella mainsail stackpack with lazy jacks (new July 2025)Sprayhood
TENDERTender not listed (please enquire if required)
MISCELLANEOUSCockpit cushionsMooring warps and fendersBoat hookBoarding ladderCockpit table
EXTRA DETAILSWireless remote for anchor windlass – ideal for single-handingLED upgrades throughoutNumerous recent upgrades enhancing cruising comfort and safety
TITLE DOCUMENTS AND TAXListed below are the documents/or copies which we have seen on listing this yacht:Copy of Builders CertificateCopy of original Bill of SaleEvidence of VAT not paidGreek transit logEvidence of private ownership
KNOWN DEFECTSNONE
HISTORYThis Hanse 470 has been privately owned from new and has never been chartered. She has cruised the Mediterranean under private use and been carefully maintained with regular servicing and thoughtful upgrades. In recent years, significant investment has been made to improve her systems, comfort, and ease of handling, making her a standout choice for an owner seeking a ready-to-cruise performance cruiser.

Mechanical :
CONSTRUCTION GRP Epoxy hull Teak-laid side decks and cockpit White topsides with non-slip areas Fin keel with lead bulb Twin-wheel steering system Designed by Judel/Vrolijk & Co. Built by Hanse Yachts, Germany
DIMENSIONS LOA: 14.20m Beam: 4.47m
MECHANICAL Yanmar 4JH3-TE 75hp diesel engine Engine hours: approx. 1,600 (2025) Shaft drive with Flexofold folding propeller Engine, gearbox, and bow thruster serviced (2025) Max Power VIP 150 retractable bow thruster
PERFORMANCE Capable and responsive performance cruiser Judel/Vrolijk hull design for excellent speed and upwind capability Well-balanced helm with twin wheels Flexofold propeller reduces drag under sail
TANKAGE Fuel capacity: approx. 240L Water capacity: approx. 400L Hot water from Quick boiler (new July 2025) and engine calorifier
ELECTRICAL 12V DC and 230V AC systems Victron solar panels with MPPT controller (new 2025) Shore power connection with cable Battery charger Domestic and engine start batteries LED interior and navigation lighting New LED deck lights and steaming light with stainless steel guard (2025)
RIGGING Fractional sloop rig Aluminium mast and boom Stainless steel standing rigging Rigid boom vang Self-tacking jib system Lazy jacks with new Sunbrella stackpack (July 2025)
SAILS North Sails mainsail (original, serviceable) North Sails self-tacking jib Doyle cruising chute with snuffer (lightly used, as new)... whole text » less text