Beneteau brings a novel approach to the design of Sense, a new sailboat range that offers a quality of life on board combined with an impeccable seaworthiness, to meet new demands from the most hedonist Sailors. Two models will be available as from this year, a 50 foot model which will be introduced in the autumn Boat Shows, and a 42 foot model which will make its first appearance at the Paris Boat Show in December 2010.
Life on board Sense is organised around three main living areas, from stem to stern:
1. Exterior living with bathing platform, helm position and a cockpit width never seen before.
2. Daytime life in perfect harmony with the exterior: saloon and galley.
3. Life after dark at the forward end of the boat: bedrooms and bathrooms.
Beneteau have designed a low cockpit which radically alters life on board. Thanks to this real innovation, Sense combines stretched and flowing lines with ease of access to the sea and the saloon. The ultra wide, spacious and safe cockpit is designed to accommodate sailors and guests in novel and distinctive spaces, free from the constraints normally generated by aft cabins. Under the cockpit there is still a technical area, which can be converted for use as an occasional cabin.
The companionway is ultra convenient. The cockpit is separated from the saloon by just 3 steps raked at a 45° angle to provide safe and easy access, whilst everywhere the generously wide hand and safety rails ensure safety while moving about on board.
A wide glass area and openings on both sides of the companionway promote a sense of harmony allowing life below and above deck to blend smoothly together. Layouts can be personalised: 2 cabins, 2 heads and a choice of a 3rd cabin or an office are available to be adapted according to each person’s choice.
The owner’s bedroom and that of his VIP guests have bathrooms with a separate shower. This means that the cabins are better ventilated and privacy is emphasised with the bedrooms insulated from cockpit and quayside noise.
These choices confirm the hedonistic commitment of Sense to provide increased levels of comfort for the owner and his guests. Additionally, all the systems, machines and deck equipment are brought together under the cockpit to ensure that noise is separated from the living area.
On board Sense, priority is given to the pleasure of being on the water. For the comfort of guests, the controls (winches, halyards, genoa sheets, etc.) are located aft of the ″relaxing″ cockpit area. The mainsheet is led back to a fixed arch which allows the companionway to be unrestricted.
The boat is ready for renewable energies (solar, wind power), and also is adapted for tomorrow’s technologies like hybrid engines and boat-handling assistance. Additionally, Sense has the option of a motorised companionway door, electric tables, de electric blinds, 32" LCD LED pop-up TV, recharging point and many other equipment items. Helm and boat-handling positions are located away from the living area. The central circulation handrail is convertible to an occasional table on the port side, or to a seat for eating around the large table to starboard.
Comfortable cruising does not have to mean restricting comfort and therefore pleasure to time at anchor or at a marina berth. The hull design has been created in collaboration with Berret Racoupeau Yacht Design, to deliver maximum performance with 15° heeling angle instead of the normal 20°.
Insight into the latest design trends - The quality of the design being fundamental to the well-being of the crew, Sense extends an invitation to view interiors that are elegant and contemporary in style. Alpi fruitwood finish with flames, bleached oak laminated sole, ″homestyle″ upholstery, synthetic resin work surfaces with built in sinks and high-tech equipment have been selected with care in collaboration with the Nauta design studio. Certain items fold away when not in use such as the gas cooker, TV, seats, etc.
Photo: Beneteau
| Technical details | |
| Producer: | BENETEAU (FR) |
| LOA: | 49'12 ft |
| LOA: | 14,98 m |
| Beam: | 4,86 m |
| Draught: | 1,70/2,10 m |
| Displacement: | 14.150 kg |
| Fuel tank: | 415 l |
| Water tank: | 530 l |
| Max. passengers: | 8/9/14 |
| Berths: | 4/6+1 |
| Cabins: | 2/3+1 |
| Mainsail: | 63,00 m2 |
| Genoa: | 59,00 m2 |
| Engine: | 75 HP |
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