Hanse 461 Boat for Sale

• Manufacturer: Hanse
• Price: £119,950
  VAT has not been paid on this boat
• Location: Preveza
• Year: 2006
• LOA: 46'7" (14.20m)
• Colour: white
• Designer: Judel / Vrolijk & Co.
• Beam: 14' 8'' (4.47m)
• Berths: 4
• Draft: 2.6
• Keel: Bulb Fin
• ID no.: 22F9887334

• Cabins: 2
• Heads: 2
• Showers: 2
• Watertank Size: 400 Litres
• Engine Make: Yanmar 4JH4-TE
• Horsepower: 75hphp
• Drive Type: Saildrive
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Fuel Tank Size: 240 Litres
• Engine Hours Starboard: 1,600

Broker Remarks

A superb example of the highly regarded Hanse 461, this 2006 yacht delivers an outstanding blend of performance, comfort, and modern design. Created by the renowned design team Judel/Vrolijk & Co. and built in Germany by Hanse Yachts, the 461 remains a popular choice for discerning sailors seeking a reliable, fast cruiser with elegant lines and a spacious, luxurious interior.

This is the sought-after two-cabin owner’s version, never chartered and privately owned, offering two generous heads and a warm, inviting interior finished in cherry wood joinery, white panelling, and soft cream leather upholstery. She is exceptionally well-equipped for extended Mediterranean cruising, benefitting from a strong inventory and significant recent upgrades in 2025.

She features a powerful Yanmar 75hp engine with a Flexofold folding propeller, Max Power VIP retractable bow thruster, North Sails wardrobe, and an as-new Doyle cruising chute. With a full teak deck, teak cockpit, and numerous upgrades including solar panels, new hot water boiler, and updated canvas work in Sunbrella, this Hanse 461 is turnkey and ready to enjoy.

Highlights Listed below but included in Full Specs:

Two-cabin owner’s layout with two heads and separate showers

Yanmar 75hp engine (1,600 hours in 2025) with Flexofold folding propeller

Max Power VIP 150 retractable bow thruster

North Sails mainsail and genoa (original but serviceable)

Doyle cruising chute (as new)

3 x solar panels (2 New Victron plus with MPPT controller (2024)

New Sunbrella bimini and mainsail stackpack (July 2025)

New Quick hot water boiler (July 2025)

Windlass remote control (new), plus wireless remote for single-handing

New LED deck lights and steaming light with stainless steel guard (2025)

Engine, gearbox, and bow thruster serviced (2025)

25kg Mantus anchor with 100m new chain (2023)

Full teak decks and teak-laid cockpit

Never chartered, privately owned

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.

DISCLAIMER
The 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.

Mechanical and Rigging

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
Draft: 2.60m 

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)

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

TENDER
Tender not listed (please enquire if required)

MISCELLANEOUS
Cockpit cushions
Mooring warps and fenders
Boat hook
Boarding ladder
Cockpit table

EXTRA DETAILS
Wireless remote for anchor windlass – ideal for single-handing
LED upgrades throughout
Numerous recent upgrades enhancing cruising comfort and safety

TITLE DOCUMENTS AND TAX
Listed below are the documents/or copies which we have seen on listing this yacht:
Copy of Builders Certificate
Copy of original Bill of Sale
Evidence of VAT not paid
Greek transit log
Evidence of private ownership

KNOWN DEFECTS
NONE

HISTORY
This 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.