A two-time award winner - Sail Magazine's "Boat of the Year" and Cruising World's "Best Production Cruiser" - the Beneteau 473 has built a loyal following among serious cruisers for good reason. She offers a practical and well-thought-out balance of offshore capability, comfortable interior volume, and manageable sailing performance. Bella Beaupied is a particularly well-maintained example, cared for by a professional mariner and ready to continue her adventures with a new owner.
Whether your plans include local sailing from one of the Pacific Northwest's most coveted marinas, coastal cruising the islands, or a longer offshore adventure, this boat is well-equipped and prepared.
US-built vessel so no tariffs or duties for US or Canadian buyers.
Assumable moorage available at Oak Bay Marina on application - one of the most desirable addresses on Vancouver Island
Name...................................................... BellaBeaupied
Year...................................................................... 2004
Builder.................................................... Beneteau USA
Designer.................................................... Groupe Finot
LOA..................................................................... 46’11”
LWL.................................................................... 43’10”
Beam.................................................................... 14’2”
Draft........................................................................ 5’7”
Displacement................................................. 24,277 lbs
Ballast.............................................................. 8157 lbs
Sail Area ............................................................ 914 ft2
Hull Fibreglass
Steering............................................................... Wheel
Keel.................................................................. Fin Keel
Rudder.................................................... Spade Rudder
Fuel................................................................... 57 gals
Water............................................................... 222 gals
Hot Water................................................................ Yes
Holding Tank...................................................... Yes x 2
INTERIOR
- Two cabin, two head boat with an additional berth possible in the saloon.
- One enters the saloon and the large, seaworthy galley is to starboard
- To port is the large forward facing chart table with radar, VHF and multifunction display at hand.
- Aft of the galley is a massive storage area – definitely a benefit of the two-cabin version !
- The saloon features a large settee and table to port. Seating for eight. Saloon table converts to another king-sized guest berth or an excellent place to watch the mounted television. The port settee also converts to a single berth.
- The large owner’s cabin is all the way forward with queen-sized partial walkaround bed, private sitting area, and extensive storage.
- Private ensuite head with separate shower area. Electric head. Fold down seat for rough weather showering offshore.
- All the way aft is the guest cabin with a king-sized bed and lots of storage space. Private access to the aft head.
- The guest head is conveniently near the companionway stairs with easy access to the saloon or the guest cabin.
- Excellent natural light and ventilation throughout.
- Extensive storage in all areas of the boat.
- Interior upholstery and woodwork in excellent condition.
- Total sleep accommodation for seven people !
- Most lights converted to energy saving LED.
- Screens for all windows
COCKPIT
- Expansive comfortable cockpit with teak on the seats.
- Easy walkthrough to the swim platform
- Twin helms – for extra control, great visibility and easy access to the walkthrough stern.
- Dodger with covers. Clear panels replaced 2024
- “Like new” cockpit cushions
- Large cockpit table with cover
- Outdoor shower
GALLEY
- Large, seakindly galley. Another advantage of the two cabin version is the considerably larger galley with extra storage and preparation space.
- Large double stainless-steel sink with covers for extra preparation space.
- Large Adler Barbour fridge and separate freezer. The fridge conveniently has front access.
- Gimbled Force 10 three burner stove and oven.
- Installed microwave
MECHANICAL
- Westerbeke 63D 63 hp – Approx 1600 hrs
- Excellent access from the saloon and the aft cabin
ELECTRICAL + PLUMBING
- Large Victron inverter/charger Multiplus 2000/80 (2024)
- Victron Multi Control at the chart table.
- House bank – 4 x AGM 4D’s batteries – a total of 720 amp hours – great for cruising (Dec 2023)
- Separate starter battery
- Solar – 3 articulating solar panels with three Victron MPPT 75/15 charge controllers. Sufficient solar to keep the batteries, fridge and freezer going on long off-grid excursions.
INSTRUMENTS
- Garmin anemometer (2022)
- Garmin instruments – starboard side of cockpit (2022)
- Raymarine ST60 Multi port side
- Raymarine ST60 Autopilot – port side
- Raymarine ST60 Multi at chart table
- Raymarine RC520 – cockpit
- Raymarine RL70C Pathfinder radar at chart table.
- Standard Horizon VHF Matrix with DSC (2023)
SAILS & CANVAS
- Mainsail replaced 2022 and light use since
- Furling genoa
- Asymmetric spinnaker (needs repair)
- Also a spare mainsail and yankee available
RIGGING + DECK GEAR
- In-mast furling with electric winch
- Genoa furler
- All key lines led back to the cockpit.
- Twin spinnaker halyards
- Mast pulpit aka “Granny Bars”
- Self tailing winches throughout – 2 x Lewmar 54 on the comings and 2 x Lewmar 40’s on the cabin top (one electric)
- Running rigging replaced as required
- Windlass – Simpson Horizon 1500 - motor replaced 2022
- 200’ of anchor chain plus 200’ of rode with stainless steel swivel
- Backup Danforth anchor with chain and 200’ of rode.
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Dingy: Achilles LSI-260 (2010) with storage on the transom.
- Outboard: Yamaha 8 HP
- Outboard lifting crane,
- Magma BBQ
- Lifesling
- Extensive spares and maintenance log
MAINTENANCE
- Last haul-out and anti-fouling: July 2025
- Last hull wax: July 2025
- Last zinc(s) change: July 2025
- Last engine oil change: July 2025
- Lots of recent engine maintenance including new water pump, hoses and injectors
