2005 2005 Beneteau 423

What stands out on this 423 is how easy she is to live with day after day. The cockpit benches are long enough to stretch out with a book, and the sugar-scoop stern makes dinghy transfers and swimming feel effortless. Wide side decks and solid handholds give real confidence when moving forward underway. Below, the 2-cabin layout means an enormous owner’s stateroom aft, with generous headroom and proper storage for long trips, not just weekends. The saloon table works beautifully for both crew meals and charts, and the galley’s layout lets you cook safely on passage. She’s a boat you can actually cruise in comfort, not just talk about it.

This 423 is particularly well-suited to the mixed conditions you’ll find in these waters. Her moderate draft opens up more tucked-away anchorages, while still giving you the upwind bite you want for longer legs offshore. The in-mast furling mainsail and powered winches make it simple to shorten sail when afternoon breezes build, even with a small crew. Generous tankage and efficient systems mean fewer marina stops and more time exploring. When the weather turns hot and sticky, the air-conditioned interior and excellent ventilation keep life below decks pleasant. For a cruiser who wants comfort, easy handling, and the range to roam this entire region, the 423 hits a sweet spot.