Morris 46: A Timeless Chuck Paine Offshore Cruiser for Sale in the UK (1997)

The 1997 Morris 46 is a premier offshore cruising yacht designed by Chuck Paine, renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and proven seakeeping ability. This beautifully maintained vessel, located in the United Kingdom, offers a rare opportunity to acquire a classic bluewater cruiser with a capacity for 6 guests and elegant interior finishes.

As a stretched version of the Morris 44, the Morris 46 features a larger lazarette locker abaft the cockpit coaming, enhancing storage for extended voyages. Its construction showcases the exceptional quality of interior and exterior woodwork that defines Morris Yachts' hand-built legacy.

1997 Morris 46 | Extensively Upgraded Offshore Cruiser with Timeless Elegance A rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully maintained Morris 46, a Chuck Paine-designed offshore cruiser renowned for its seakeeping ability, traditional craftsmanship, and timeless lines. Built in the USA to exacting semi-custom standards, this 1997 example has undergone significant upgrades — including a new Yanmar engine (2023), carbon mast, and updated navigation systems — all under a rigorous maintenance schedule. Ideal for bluewater or extended coastal cruising, she’s fully equipped and ready to sail. Her strong GRP hull (Awlgrip-painted 2020), skeg-hung rudder, and lead fin keel provide excellent offshore performance and directional stability. A carbon GMT mast, upgraded rigging (2020–2025), and a versatile Challenge Fastnet sail wardrobe ensure responsive, manageable sailing. Deck equipment includes Lewmar winches, a Side-Power bow thruster, and a Lewmar electric windlass. Power systems are robust and ocean-ready, with a Northern Lights generator, Victron AGM batteries, solar panels, and both 110V and 220V onboard. Below deck, the elegant Herreshoff-style cherry interior offers warmth and practicality. The forward cabin includes a generous V-berth and storage, while the saloon features U-shaped seating, a full-size nav station, and a seagoing galley with premium appliances. A single large heads with separate shower is aft for easy access. Offered exclusively by Williams & Smithells International, this upgraded Morris 46 is afloat and ready for her next adventure. Construction Awlgrip painted (2020) black GRP hull Teak laid on GRP deck White GRP superstructure Fixed sprayhood Lead fin keel Skeg hung rudder Wheel steering Round bilge hull Coppercoat antifouling (2020) Deck hatches replaced 2025 Machinery Yanmar 4HJ80 diesel engine (2023) 190 Running hours ZF25M Gearbox Shaft drive to MaxProp E90 Northern Lights NL673L4 6Kva generator 500 Running hours Side Power bow thruster (2008) Electrics 12v 24v 110v and 220v onboard voltage 4 x Victron Energy AGM 220amp/h domestic batteries (2021) Varta 105amp/h engine start battery (2025) 2 x Exide 50amp/h bow thruster batteries (2024) PICO Battery monitor system Mastervolt 12/50-3 50A battery charger (2021) Trace U2512 2,500W invertor 3 x Solara (210W total) solar panels (2022) Shore power 220v Tankage 450lts Fuel capacity in 2 x aluminium tanks 590ltrs Water capacity in 2 x stainless steel tanks 50ltrs Gray water tank Rig and Sail Sloop rigged Carbon mast (GMT composites) painted in 2022 Aluminium boom painted (2022) Compact stainless steel wire standing rigging (2021) Running rigging replaced 2020 Facnor LS 290 genoa furling system (2025) Facnor LS 165 jib furling system (2023) Winches 2 x Lewmar 62ST primary winches 2 Lewmar 44ST winches 4 x Lewmar 44ST, one electric Sail wardrobe White slab reefed Challenge Fastnet mainsail (2020) White roller furling Challenge Fastnet genoa (2022) White roller furling Challenge Fastnet stay sail (2023) Red North Sails spinnaker White roller furling Challenge Fastnet Yankee North Sails Jib Accommodation Spacious forward cabin with V-berth Ample storage under V-berth Open saloon with dining and U-Shaped seating to port Sofa seat to starboard Full sized dedicated navigation station to starboard U shaped galley with bracing to port Large saloon heads with Raritan PO II W/C (2020) Separate show compartment Aft starboard cabin with double berth Webasto cabin heating Balanced light and dark materials Dark high gloss joinery Interior including floor varnished (2023) Cabin fans encased in custom cabinets Domestic Force 10 F65336 electric cooker - 2021 Oven, 4 hobs and a grill Double stainless steel sink Sustavi Jankovic Hydro Plus Duo Vertikal fridge (2022) Sustavi Jankovic Hydro Plus Duo Vertikal freezer (2022) Calorifier (2022) Cutlery and crockery Pots, pans and cooking utensils Fusion 70 sound system with 8 speakers (2022) Deck Lewmar electric windlass 25lbs Rocna anchor with 60m chain & 20m Rope 20lbs Danforth anchor 8 x Mooring warps 9 x Fenders Boathook Carbon passerelle Bimini 2023 Deck shower Partial winter covers Novalift deck craine Deck wash down system plumbed for fresh water Exterior varnished 2023 Fixed stainless steel guard rails (2023) Navigation Navigational system installed 2021 + 2023 Richie binnacle compass 2 x Zeus 3 B&G plotters 5 x B&G Triton 2 displays B&G Triducer DST 810 speed log/depth sender/temp sensor B&G Halo 20+ radar B&G WS310 wind sensor (2024) B&G NAC-3 Precision-9 compass autopilot Hynautic hydraulic steering ICOM IC-M330E VHF NASA Marine BT-3 NavTex AMEC Camino-108S transmiter Navigational system installed 2021 NAC-3 core system installed 2024 Tender Talamar HXL 275 2.75m tender Mariner 6hp outboard Safety Winslow 6 person life-raft serviced 2025 4 x Fire extinguishers Electric bilge pump Manual bilge pump 6 x Life jackets 2 x Jack stays Grab bag ARC 2831 EPIRB Life buoy Echomax Active-XS radar reflector Emergency tiller Dan buoy Oceanbrake series drogue (132 cones) The condition or level of safety equipment on board is not to be negotiated on following survey. It is likely to be listed by most surveyors but is not structural or an integral working part of the vessel and is not to be used to further negotiate the price down after survey. We strongly suggest that for your own personal safety that when purchasing a yacht you provide new safety equipment rather than relying on second hand gear. Should you become the new owner of this yacht then the responsibility to re-register or update official bodies for items such as EPIRB, VHF, MMSI or AIS becomes yours.

Key Specifications of the Morris 46

• Length Overall (LOA): 45'11" (46.0ft)
• Beam: 13'
• Draft: 5'6"
• Displacement: 24,000 lbs
• Designer: Chuck Paine
• Builder: Morris Yachts
• Guest Capacity: 6 guests
• Cabins: Multiple cabins with elegant finishes

This Morris 46 is afloat and available now, offering a blend of traditional aesthetics and modern reliability for serious offshore cruisers.