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Sailing yacht · 51 ft (16 m) · Hamata Port
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Key specs
- Builder
- Beneteau
- Model
- Cyclades 50.5
- Length
- 51 ft (16 m)
- Guests
- 10
- Cabins
- 6
Verdict
The Beneteau Cyclades 50.5 is a practical, charter-focused cruising yacht with a spacious layout, decent systems, and easy handling for its size. It is not a performance cruiser, but it delivers solid liveaboard comfort and good guest capacity when the priority is relaxed coastal sailing.
Pros
- +Large 51.3 ft platform with generous interior volume
- +Charter-friendly layout with multiple cabins and bathrooms
- +Helpful equipment for short-handed cruising: autopilot, GPS, plotter, windlass
Cons
- −Moderate sailing performance rather than a sporty feel
- −Discrepancies in published cabin and berth counts across listings
- −Older build, so condition and maintenance history matter more than model reputation
The Beneteau Cyclades 50.5 is a straightforward cruising yacht built for space, practicality and charter use rather than outright speed. Its 51.3 ft length and wide layout give it the volume expected from a large family or crewed cruiser, while the Cyclades line is generally known for simple, durable systems and an easy-to-manage deck plan.
Under way, this model should be judged as a comfortable cruising sailboat, not a performance yacht. The 110 hp Yanmar diesel and standard navigation equipment support dependable handling in typical coastal and passage conditions, and the sail plan is aimed at usability with a small crew. Expect stable, predictable behavior rather than quick acceleration or highly responsive sport sailing.
Comfort is a key strength. The listed arrangement of up to 6 cabins, 4 bathrooms and 10 berths makes it well suited to groups, and amenities such as air conditioning, wifi, hot water, a proper galley, bimini and sprayhood improve life aboard. The main caveat is that published configurations vary, so buyers and charter guests should confirm the exact cabin and berth layout on the specific boat.
In value terms, the Cyclades 50.5 remains attractive for anyone prioritizing space, simple operation and charter-capable accommodation. Its age means condition, refit level and maintenance records are more important than the model badge alone, but a well-kept example can still offer strong utility for cruising-focused owners and guests.
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