1991 Ocean Alexander 46

Step aboard and you’ll see why these 46s have such a loyal following. The salon feels bigger than her length suggests, with wide windows that flood the space with light and give you a clear view of the water while underway or at anchor. Sightlines from the lower helm are excellent, so running from inside on a chilly morning still feels confident and connected. Up top, the flybridge offers plenty of seating so the captain isn’t isolated while cruising. Wide side decks, solid rails, and secure steps make line handling and docking far less stressful, even with a small crew or family aboard.

An Ocean Alexander 46 is right at home in these waters, where conditions can shift from calm afternoons to choppy stretches without much warning. The proven hull shape and diesel power give you the range and confidence to stretch beyond the usual day-trip radius, while still being manageable for an owner-operator. Its moderate draft opens up shallower anchorages and quiet coves that deeper boats pass by. Large tankage and a comfortable interior layout mean you can wait out a front at anchor or in a quiet marina without feeling cramped, and the flybridge offers a superb vantage point for navigating busy channels and mooring fields.