His vision centered on a powerful sailing machine with the kind of luxurious amenities and long list of standard features that would permanently alter the public's perception of the world's largest sailboat builder, placing it squarely among the ranks of the elite custom boatbuilders.

Designed by FARR, the Beneteau 57 raises expectations of grand

yachts to new heights. No other series built vessel in her class has ever delivered this brilliant combination of styling, luxury, performance and exceptional value.

The Beneteau 57 is loaded with features that create an atmosphere of luxury on board. Her brilliant details have been so well thought out that she may exceed even the aspirations of some semi-custom yachts. From the rendition of her striking classic lines to her impeccable detailing and extensive list of standards, the Beneteau 57 is bound to set hearts afire.

A large aft deck, perfect for sunning, is complemented by an ingenious fold away boarding platform. Her large center cockpit can comfortably seat eight people and is accented by a highly finished trim and folding cockpit table. 

"Vanessa" is one of these elite yachts, and she is offered as a business to include a commercial slip in Kewalo Harbor and web site.

The interior is breathtaking. Beneteau has done a masterful job of finishing the 57, and if you didn't know this was a production model you'd easily be convinced it was a one-off custom boat built in Italy. The finish is cherry-stained Douka wood, and the sole is Iroko parquet. From the padded ceiling sections, to the carved door frames, to halogen lighting throughout to the elegant drape on the portlights and roller shades on the hatches, Beneteau has provided the accents to create a fine yacht.

There is abundant ventilation and natural light in this simple but very comfortable stateroom. Indeed, ventilation and natural lighting is terrific throughout the boat. There seem to be Lewmar Ocean deck hatches and Atlantic series portlights everywhere. Looking back to the saloon, the first thing you note are the finely curved companionway steps. A large dining table, flanked by a curved settee and free-standing chairs are to port with the compact but very functional navigation station to starboard. The aft head includes a molded shower compartment with plenty of head and elbow room.

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.