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Mashala is a 1996 Beneteau Oceanis 321, currently lying at Conwy Marina in North Wales. A well-proven and practical cruising yacht, the Oceanis 321 offers comfortable accommodation combined with capable sailing performance, making her well suited to coastal cruising and longer passages alike. Mashala benefits from a number of desirable cruising features, including a bow thruster, electric windlass, in-mast furling and full navigation equipment. Mashala is showing some signs of her age and could benefit from some minor cosmetic updating and general attention in places. She is, however, an appealing and serviceable yacht with plenty of potential for a new owner looking for an affordable cruising yacht that can be progressively improved to their own requirements.

Viewing is by appointment through the Conwy Boatpoint office 01492 580001

Mechanical
Located under the companionway in sound proofed compartment, Yanmar 3GM30F, three cylinder, 27hp diesel engine with electric start. 1358 hours run to date [this may increase as the yacht is still in use]. Shaft drive to fixed three blade propeller. Single lever control. Engine switch panel. Fuel gauge. 61 litres fuel capacity giving approximately 360 mile range at 6 knots cruising speed with a maximum speed of 7.5 knots. Good access to engine from saloon and aft cabin.

Engine service completed by owner in December 2025
Shaft and shaft seal replaced in December 2025
Engine spares inc new lift pump
Maxpower bow thruster with remote control.

Electrical
2 x 90ah batteries (Domestic and Engine)
1 x 35ah bowthruster battery
Battery charger x 2
240v Shorepower connection with shore support cable
240v sockets
12v socket

Rigging
Masthead rigged bermudan sloop. Silver anodised aluminium mast and boom by Sparcraft.
Stainless steel standing rigging
Solid kicker.
Terylene running rigging
In-mast furling mainsail
Headsail furling system.

Winches:
One Lewmar 16 self-tailing winch on starboard side of the companionway
Two Lewmar 30 self-tailing sheet winches.

Sail Wardrobe:
Mainsail - Neil Pryde - Serviceable condition
Genoa with UV sacrificial strip - Tradewind - Serviceable condition

Navigation
At the binnacle:
Plastimo compass
Raymarine C80 GPS Chartplotter/radar display (MFD)
Raymarine ST6002 Smartpliot autopilot
Raymarine ST60+ Wind

At the chart table:
Raymarine ST60+ Graphic
Raymarine 49E DSC fixed VHF radio

*Raymarine radome - mast mounted

Deck
Anchor, chain, and warp
Lewmar electric anchor windlass with deck foot switches
Twin stemhead fitting
Fenders
Mooring warps
Outboard motor bracket
Navigation lights
Winch pocket
Halyard tidy loops
Cockpit cushions
Boarding ladder
Foredeck light

Safety
Manual and electric bilge pumps
Fire extinguishers
Fire blanket
CO alarm
Pilot mini gas alarm
6-Man liferaft - servicing required
Danbuoy
Rescue sling

Canvas
Dodgers
Sprayhood
Bimini

Miscellaneous
Inflatable dinghy
Honda 2.3hp outboard

Accommodation
2 Cabin/ 1 Heads - 7 berths inc saloon

A practical and spacious interior layout, well suited to family cruising and extended time aboard. The accommodation provides a good balance of living space, storage and sleeping accommodation, with approximately 6'4" of headroom throughout the main living areas.

The interior is finished with blue upholstered seating complemented by teak and holly-effect wooden flooring and mahogany cabinetry, giving the accommodation a traditional nautical feel. Re-upholstered to include headlining's in 2025

Saloon

The main saloon is a particularly spacious and welcoming area, with seating arranged around a centreline folding-leaf dining table. The U-shaped seating to starboard provides generous room for entertaining and dining and can be converted to provide an additional double berth when required.

To port is a substantial bench-style settee, while the aft-facing chart table provides a dedicated navigation area.

A TV is mounted on the saloon bulkhead, providing an additional amenity for relaxing aboard.

The saloon benefits from good natural light and ventilation, while the generous headroom contributes to the feeling of space normally associated with a larger yacht.

Galley

The U-shaped galley is located to port, immediately aft of the saloon, providing a secure and practical working area for preparing meals while underway.

Equipment includes a Nelson two-burner gas cooker with oven and grill, together with a large top-loading refrigerator with ice box. A twin stainless-steel sink is fitted with both hot and cold pressurised water, making the galley well equipped for extended cruising.

The surrounding work surfaces and storage provide useful space for provisions, cookware and galley equipment.

Aft Cabin

A large aft double cabin is situated to starboard, offering comfortable sleeping accommodation and useful storage. The cabin incorporates a hanging wardrobe, together with additional storage space, making it suitable for longer periods aboard rather than simply occasional overnight use.

Heads Compartment

Forward of the aft cabin, on the starboard side, is the heads compartment, conveniently positioned between the saloon and aft cabin. The compartment is fitted with a Jabsco marine toilet (2025), washbasin and shower faucet, with hot and cold water available. The layout provides a practical heads and washroom facility for both cruising and extended stays aboard.

Forward Cabin

The separate forward cabin provides the principal forward sleeping accommodation and includes a hanging locker for clothing and personal effects. The cabin benefits from the generous volume of the Oceanis 321's forward accommodation and provides a private sleeping area away from the main saloon.

Overall, the two-cabin configuration makes particularly good use of the Oceanis 321's interior volume, providing two private sleeping cabins, a convertible additional double berth in the saloon, a well-equipped galley and separate heads compartment. With approximately 6'4" headroom, the accommodation feels spacious and comfortable for a yacht of this size and age.

Construction
Built in 1996 by Beneteau (FRA) to a design by Groupe Finot.
White GRP hull with blue style stripes and alloy toe rail.
White GRP superstructure with moulded non-slip decks.
Shallow draft cast iron fin keel.
Spade rudder.
Whitlock wheel steering.
Aft self-draining cockpit with walk-through to sugar scoop transom and boarding ladder.

Last ashore for antifouling, anodes, and hull clean in December 2025
All seven thru-hull fittings replaced in December 2025.

Disclaimer
For a full, detailed specification with additional photographs and direct contact details for the listing office visit our website


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.


Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made
- Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age
- Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old
- Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old


Please note that as the broker/agent, we cannot guarantee or warrant the serviceability of any safety equipment included within the inventory, including but not limited to the condition, operation, or service dates of such equipment. It is the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect and assess the condition of all safety equipment prior to purchase.



NOTE - Please ring our offices prior to visiting, as the boat may be unavailable for viewing or located at a different marina.