- Make Oyster
- Model 461
- Year 1994
- LOA 46ft/14m
- Class Sailing Cruiser
- Hull Glass Reinforced Plastic
- Keel Fin Keel
- Rig Sloop
- Engine Single Diesel
- Drive Sail Drive
- Layout Centre Cockpit
- Berths 7
- Cabins 3
- Aft Cabins 1
- Ancasta Ref 47270
- Name Variant
Oyster 461 | 1994
215,000 Tax Paid
|
Falmouth United Kingdom
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Step aboard this beautifully maintained Oyster 461, a proven bluewater cruiser designed by Holman And Pye and built to an Oyster craftsmans exacting standards in the UK.
Although she was originally cast in 1994,she sat unfinished in a warehouse until 2000 when the bare hull was purchased by the previous owners.
A former Oyster craftsman spent 4 years bringing her to life and she was finally launched for the first time in April 2004.
In her third ownership from new, she has been beautifully maintained and offers exceptional comfort, seaworthiness and style for extended offshore sailing or luxurious coastal cruising.
Timeless Oyster Craftsmanship
From the hand-crafted teak joinery to the solid wood cabinetry and curved detailing, every inch reflects Oyster’s commitment to quality. The interior exudes a warmth and elegance rarely found in modern yachts.
Bright, Airy, and Liveable
The signature Oyster seascape windows flood the saloon with natural light and provide stunning panoramic views, making her feel more like a floating home than a traditional yacht.
Owner’s Aft Cabin Retreat
The full-beam aft stateroom is a sanctuary at sea, complete with private ensuite, excellent ventilation, and generous storage. It’s the perfect space to relax after a long passage.
Safe and Seaworthy Deck Layout
Deep cockpit coamings, wide side decks, and solid handholds make her safe to move around in rough weather. All lines lead aft, making her manageable for a couple or solo sailor.
Turnkey and Thoughtfully Equipped
With Hood in-mast furling, electric winches, a reliable Perkins M92 engine, and modern navigation gear, she’s ready to sail away today — no major upgrades required.
Understated Elegance
Her classic lines, graceful proportions and Oyster hull ensure she turns heads in every anchorage — not with flash, but with quiet authority.
Long-Distance Proven
Whether you're dreaming of the Med, Caribbean, or beyond, this model has a proven track record of successful circumnavigations and long-range cruising — with many safely completing world voyages.
Bespoke Construction
A former Oyster craftsman spending 4 years bringing her bare hull to life making her an incedibly rare find.
A Boat That Inspires Confidence
Oyster owners are a loyal group, and it’s no wonder: these yachts are built to protect and perform. The 461 is that perfect mid-range model — not too large, not too small — that feels just right at sea or at anchor.
This is a yacht that thrives offshore. She’s ready — not just for weekends, but for circumnavigations. She’s got the pedigree, the systems, and the heart to cross oceans.
OYSTER 461/04
A Holman and Pye design that was originally cast in 1994.
Sat unfinished in a warehouse until 2000 when the bare hull was purchased by the previous owners.
Former Oyster craftsman spent 4 years bringing her to life and she was finally launched for the first time in April 2004.
CONSTRUCTION
White GRP hull and superstructure
Blue Cove lines
Teak to cockpit and decks; deck (vacuumed bagged and glued not nailed) fully caulked and refinished in 2017.
Bulb keel
Bow thruster
LOA:46 ft 1 in / 14.05 m
Length over Water Line: 37ft 4 in / 11.4 m
Beam: 14 ft 0 in / 4.27 m
Draft: 6 ft 9 in / 2.13 m
Displacement :16,900 kg
Last antifouled: June 2025
Last out of water: June 2025
*All figures are approximate
SAILS
Sloop rigged for inshore. Cutter rigged for offshore
Genoa and removable inner forestay
Schaeffer staysail furling system provided can be re-fitted if new owner prefers
Mainsail Full Vertical batten Elstrom Epex Vectran Technora NEW 2020
Genoa Elstrom Epex Vectran Technora NEW 2020
Staysail Elstrom Epex Vectran Technora NEW 2020
Cruising chute & snuffer
Mainsail Jeckells
Yankee Jeckells
Staysail Jeckells
RIGGING AND SPARS
Full set of halyards (new 2020)
Standing rigging (new 2018)
Schaefer furlers - 3100 outer foresail, 2100 staysail- (new 2012 )
Hood in-mast furling
Spinnaker pole- mast mounted
Hood spars white painted, spreader lights, boom lights
Radar reflector - Echomax
Active masthead TV aerial
WINCHES
Andersen powered winches - pair 58STE
Andersen winches cockpit - 4 off 46ST Pair Anderson 40ST winches Bimini/Tent
SLEEPS UP TO SEVEN IN THREE CABINS PLUS SALOON
Interior joinery in Oak Veneer
Interior upholstery in Blue Alcantara
Eberspacher DL5 cabin heating
Air conditioning / Heating 240VAC CoolAir. (refrigerant needs recharge)
Heads & galley surfaces in Velstone
AFT MASTER CABIN
Full-beam stateroom located below the cockpit
Large island double bed with sprung mattress
Seats to port and starboard of bed
Hanging lockers
Multiple drawers
Access to En-suite heads
MASTER EN-SUITE
Jabsco manual toilet
Washbasin with quality mixer taps
Thermostatic Shower with teak planked naval grating
Mirror, shelves and storage
FORWARD GUEST CABIN
Large V berth bed with an infill piece and cushion, under berth stowage and hanging locker
Hanging locker and shelves along hull side
TWIN BUNK GUEST CABIN
Upper & lower berths
Clothes locker & a hanging locker
DAY HEADS
Handbasin with mixer tap
Jabsco manual toilet
Thermostatic Shower area with teak planked naval grating
SALOON
Generous L-shaped seating around dining table on the port side
Saloon table in Birds Eye Maple
The dining table has a matching fold over, supported by a removable strut to create a large dining area
To starboard, a two seater settee which extends beneath the forward counter top into a trotter box, forming a useful sea berth
Standard 270 degree window configuration. With forward windows opening. NEW 2017
NAVIGATION STATION
Situated to port
Standing Station
Tucked neatly into the passageway leading aft, within easy reach from both the cockpit companionway and the saloon.
Traditional forward-facing chart table with a proper navigator’s seat.
Large enough for full-size paper charts.
Surrounded by dedicated panels for navigation electronics, circuit breakers, and other system monitors.
Tool / Storage Room adjacent to nav station
GALLEY
Twin stainless steel sinks, fresh water and fresh water pump
Foot pump with fresh and sea switchable
Taylors gas cooker with electric controlled gas shut off valve
Sharp microwave, 800W
Frigo fridge with freezer compartment, keel cooled. New compressor in 2020
Plenty of cupboards and drawers for storage
DECK EQUIPMENT
Davits with 200kg rating
External H&C shower
Lines/fenders etc
Folding cockpit table
Magma stainless rail mounted barbeque (mains gas attachment)
Deck Wash
PERKINS M92 90HP FOUR CYLINDER ENGINE
24v alternator, 12v alternator
Shaft drive Aquadrive propshaft system
MaxProp Boomerang 5 blade feathering propeller NEW 2019
Rope Cutter Stripper
Vetus Bow Thruster SE80 24V NEW 2019
Victron 2500w inverter/charger
Onan MDKAU 4kw 2400rpm 240V generator
Engine cooling water inlet alarm by Sea strainer
Engine hours: Circa 1800
Last serviced: May 2025
ELECTRICS
6 House Batteries (24v 3 pairs). Varta LFD180 180AH. NEW 2025
1 Engine Battery (12v) Varta M8 170AH NEW 2024
PVM501 Battery monitoring system
Victron 2500w inverter/charger
240v AC system
Engine battery trickle charger
24v DC system
GENERATOR/SOLAR PANELS
Onan MDKAU 4kw 2400rpm 240V generator
2 X 23 Watts Solar panels
TANKAGE
Fuel capacity: 655 Litres
Water capacity: 530 Litres
Forward & Aft black tanks
WATER SYSTEM
Hot and cold pressurised water system
Hot water by engine
NAVIGATION/ELECTRONICS
Raymarine E7 MF display plus 2012
I70 multifunction display 2012
P70 Autopilot display 2012
Whitlock 1/4hp autopilot motor connected to quadrant SPX30 course computer 2012
HD Digital radar 2012
C125 MF display 2012
Ray 240e two station DSC VHF radio 2012 AIS tx/rx 2012
Furuno Navtex
Forward looking echo sounder
Bow & Stern nav lights
Steaming light
Anchor light
Trilight
Deck light
Tank tender gauges
Clock
Barometer
Horn
ENTERTAINMENT/TV/CD AND RADIO:
Fusion 700 remote controlled stereo system
24” LCD TV
Wireless system for remote control of Raymarine and Fusion stereo system
GROUND TACKLE
CQR 60lb anchor 60m 10mm chain
Lewmar electric windlass NEW 2019
GENERAL EQUIPMENT
Sprayhood, Bimini, tent NEW 2022
Full custom built Winter Cover for use ashore or afloat
Manual & electric bilge pumps
Lee cloths
Manuals/spares
Guardwires
Pulpit
Pushpits guard rails
Warps x 8
Fenders x 5
Boathook
Engine spares
Cutlery
Crockery
Utensils
TV
*Avon 310 Dinghy with 6HP Mercury 4 stroke (2018) by separate negotiation.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
8 Person Ocean Safety Liferaft NEW 2019. Last Serviced April 2025
EPIRB NEW 2020
Emergency tiller system
Ocean spec flare kit (expire 2027)
Engine room auto fire extinguisher
Manual extinguishers x 2
Blanket (galley)
Security alarm system
Gas detector
Ancasta are acting as brokers for the vendor who is not selling in the course of business unless otherwise stated. These details are prepared from information provided by the vendor and are intended only as a guide to give a fair description of the vessel but their accuracy cannot be guaranteed and they do not constitute part of any contract.
A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check the particulars and to have the vessel fully surveyed by a qualified marine surveyor. Details are supplied on the understanding that all negotiations shall be through Ancasta brokerages. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice. Please Note: where the vessel’s status shows as “Preliminary”, details of the vessel have not yet been confirmed by the Vendor.
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Broker Comments
The Oyster 461 is a rare find on the market—only a limited number were built, and their reputation as safe, capable offshore cruisers is well-deserved. She has a safe and spacious cockpit, well-thought-out rig and luxurious accommodations, making it a popular choice for both shorthanded and family cruising 'Variant' is an exceptional example, meticulously cared for by her owners and presented in turnkey condition. Whether you're planning a circumnavigation, transatlantic voyage, or simply want to enjoy the comfort and style of one of the world’s finest cruising yachts, this Oyster 461 offers the perfect blend of performance, safety, and luxury.