Beneteau 57 – Bluewater Liveaboard Yacht | 2nd Chance II
For those seeking a highly capable and continuously maintained Beneteau 57, 2nd Chance II presents a fantastic opportunity to own one of the finest bluewater liveaboard sailing yachts on the market.
Featuring the sought-after owner’s layout, she offers a spacious master suite aft and two double cabins forward. The converted skipper’s cabin now serves as a dedicated tool room with additional fridge and freezer storage, making her ideal for long-term liveaboard cruising and provisioning for remote destinations.
Key Features & Upgrades
Rigging Inspection 2026, Re-alignment of Inner Forestay, Tuning and Replacement of Two Inner Stays
Cooling System Service (2023), Chemical Flush and Scoped Water Jacket, Rigging Inspection (2023)
New Cockpit Cushions and Upgraded Helm Seat ($6,000, 2021)
New Windows (2024)
Covers for Hatches, Winches and Helm (2017)
Upgraded Inverters ($5,000)
Converted Crew Cabin to Tool and Storage Room with Additional Dometic Deep Freezers
MOB Personal Location Devices (3)
Extra Fuel Tanks in Bow
Extensive Spares Inventory, Enough Onboard to “Start a Chandlery”
The vessel features teak decking showing areas of wear consistent with age and use. In some localized sections the teak has thinned, and future owners should anticipate inspection and potential repair or replacement as part of standard ongoing maintenance.
Overview
For those seeking a highly capable and continuously maintained Beneteau 57, 2nd Chance II stands out as a proven bluewater cruiser with thoughtful upgrades and a layout tailored for serious liveaboard use.
Her owner’s layout provides comfort and separation, while the additional storage and provisioning capacity support extended cruising in remote locations.
Performance & Comfort
Built for comfort, self-sufficiency, and ease of handling, 2nd Chance II is well-suited for both ocean crossings and coastal cruising. Hydraulic steering, in-mast furling, and all-electric winches allow for confident shorthanded sailing.
The center cockpit offers excellent protection and comfort, complemented by upgraded cushions and a custom helm seat. Aft, the generous deck space, often referred to as “the patio,” creates an ideal setting for outdoor dining and relaxation. A hydraulic swim platform provides easy access to the water for swimming, diving, or launching a tender.
Accommodation
Three-cabin layout (excluding captain/crew accommodation) accommodating 6–8 guests, with three electric saltwater flush heads (quiet operation). The vessel offers three primary berths, providing comfortable liveaboard capability with practical separation between cabins.
Interior Comforts and Amenities
Electronics and Navigation
Electrical Systems
House Bank:
Deck and Hull Equipment
Sails and Rigging
Mechanical Equipment
Spares and Tools
Safety Equipment
Engine Info
Tankage
Owners Comments and Boat History
Originally purchased in the UK and registered in Germany under the name Eau de la Vie, the vessel crossed the Atlantic and was lightly used in Panama before being acquired by the current owner in 2016.
Following purchase, she was cruised in Panama in early 2017, then sailed to Florida over three months in winter 2018, followed by cruising in the Bahamas in winter 2019. During this period, she received new paint, a watermaker, stern thrusters, bow thruster, and cockpit cushions (2019).
In early 2020, she was used briefly before being placed into storage in Cape Canaveral due to Covid, where she underwent generator installation, engine inspection and servicing including scoping and acid washing, and a full rigging inspection.
In early 2024, she completed a three-month passage to the British Virgin Islands, where she is currently located.
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
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.
Details
HerstellerBENETEAU
Modell57
Jahr (Bau / Refit)2009
Länge17.1m
Gesamtleistung160 hp
Breite4.9m
Spezifikationen
Abmessungen
Länge17.1m
Max. Tiefgang1.8m
Breite4.9m
Rumpf
MaterialGRP
FormMonohull
Gewicht
Bruttoraumzahl26.00 GT
Verdrängung11.79 kg
Unterbringung
Gastkabinen3
Badezimmer3
Antrieb
Motor 1
MotorherstellerYanmar
Motormodell4LHA-HTP
Motorstunden2600
MotortypInboard
AntriebstypInboard Direct-Drive
KraftstofftypDiesel
Leistung160 hp
Jahr2009
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