2024 Beneteau Antares 8

Step aboard and you’ll notice how the wheelhouse glazing and sliding doors flood the interior with light, making the saloon feel far larger than an eight‑meter hull suggests. The aft bench cleverly transforms to open up the cockpit for casting lines, setting up a dive station, or just stretching out in the sun. Inside, the convertible dinette and enclosed forward cabin give you real weekender flexibility, with proper storage for overnight gear and water toys. Wide side decks and high freeboard keep crew feeling secure when moving forward to handle lines or drop the hook, while the subtly flared bow helps keep spray down on choppy days.

This Antares 8 suits local waters where you might hop from sandbar to inlet, then stay out into the evening. The protected wheelhouse with opening roof hatches lets you run comfortably through sudden squalls yet still enjoy plenty of breeze on calm days. A single outboard keeps maintenance straightforward and makes it easy to sneak into shallow coves or nose up close to the beach. The generous cockpit works beautifully as a fishing platform or a social hub at anchor, while the cozy cabin and enclosed head turn spontaneous day trips into relaxed overnight getaways without needing a marina hotel.