About this boat

1998 Beneteau 50 – Proven Bluewater Cruiser | Extensive Recent UpgradesA proven offshore cruiser with the space, equipment and accommodations for serious extended cruising, this 1998 Beneteau 50 offers an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to head south or embark on their next long-distance adventure. This vessel has already cruised south and returned to the Great Lakes and is currently located in Hamilton, Ontario. She has benefited from an extensive program of upgrades and refitting through 2022–2026, including newer sails, updated Raymarine electronics, electrical improvements, lithium batteries, plumbing upgrades, interior improvements and more. A 2025 survey is available. Her highly desirable layout features four private guest cabins, four heads and an additional forward crew cabin, providing exceptional accommodations for family, guests, extended cruising or liveaboard use. Recent Upgrades & RefitA considerable amount of work has been completed aboard in recent years, with continued improvements through 2026. Highlights include: • Extensive 2026 refit and upgrades • Galley remodeled/updated in 2026 • Plumbing updated throughout galley and heads • Recent electrical upgrades • Lithium house batteries • New blue leather interior upholstery • Deck and teak components updated • Newer canvas – approximately 3 years old • Bottom antifouling completed in 2025 • Hull polished/waxed in 2025 • Hauled in 2025 • 2025 survey available Sails & RiggingThe sail inventory has also received significant recent investment. • Aluminum mast • Mainsail – 2022 • Headsail/Genoa – 2022 • Jib – 2022 • Two additional used sails • Standing rigging approximately 10 years old Electronics & NavigationThe navigation package has been substantially modernized with Raymarine electronics, with the majority of the system dating from 2022. • Raymarine chartplotter/MFD – 2022 • Raymarine radar – 2022 • Raymarine autopilot – 2026 • Raymarine depth sounder – 2022 • Raymarine speed instruments – 2022 • Raymarine wind instruments – 2022 • Raymarine GPS – 2022 • VHF radio • Handheld VHF • Compass Engine & Propulsion • Cummins 90 HP diesel • Single engine • Shaft drive • Feathering propeller • Engine serviced August 2026 • Engine hours to be confirmed Electrical • Shore power • Battery charger • Lithium house batteries • Starting battery approximately one year old • Recent electrical upgrades AccommodationsOne of the standout features of the Beneteau 50 is her impressive interior volume and cruising layout. • 4 private guest cabins • Forward crew cabin • 4 heads • 4 separate showers • New blue leather upholstery • Interior updates • Electric heating • Hot water system The layout provides excellent privacy and flexibility for family cruising, larger groups or extended periods aboard. GalleyThe galley has received recent improvements and is well equipped for extended cruising. • Galley remodeled/updated in 2026 • Refrigerator • Freezer • Stove • Oven • Microwave • Two sinks • Freshwater pump • Hot water • Updated plumbing Deck & Cockpit • Blue fiberglass hull • Fiberglass deck • Short keel • Approximately 6' draft • Approximately 60' air draft • Newer canvas • Cockpit cushions • Cockpit table • Swim platform • Swim ladder • Deck shower • BBQ/grill • Fenders and dock lines Safety Equipment • 6 PFDs/life jackets • Flares/signalling equipment • Fire extinguishers • Bilge pumps • Man-overboard equipment • Carbon monoxide/smoke detectors Proven Cruising PlatformThis Beneteau 50 has already made the trip south, giving her a proven cruising history beyond the Great Lakes. She has since returned to Ontario and has undergone considerable updating in preparation for continued cruising. With her 2022 sails, modern Raymarine electronics, 2026 autopilot, updated electrical and plumbing systems, lithium batteries, refreshed interior and recent 2025 survey, much of the work commonly associated with preparing a large cruising yacht has already been addressed. For someone considering the Great Lakes, East Coast, Bahamas, Caribbean or extended liveaboard cruising, this Beneteau 50 offers an impressive amount of boat, accommodation and equipment. She has been south before, she's back in the Great Lakes, and she's ready for her next adventure. Currently located in Hamilton, Ontario. Recent 2025 survey available to serious prospective buyers. Engine hours to be confirmed.