Cruisers

Beneteau Oceanis 361 – Two Cabin Cruiser - Catching Air II

A striking balance of comfort, agility, and value, the Beneteau 361 (built by Beneteau USA in Marion, SC) delivers on all fronts. Designed by Berret Racoupeau, it offers generous volume in an easily managed 36-foot hull.

Key Highlights

•  Beam: A roomy 12′6″ (3.8 m) beam offers sailing stability and spacious interior living 

•  Shoal Draft: At just 5′ 0″ (1.52 m), the shallow draft lets you explore shallow harbors and anchorages with ease.

•  Displacement & Ballast: Solidly built at roughly 13,300–13,850 lb with a 4,156 lb ballast bulb keel, offering stiffness and comfortable motion at sea.

Layout & Comfort

•  Two cabin layout: Features a sprawling full-beam aft owner’s stateroom, paired with a cozy forward V berth—perfect for couples who crave privacy and space. The salon includes a U-shaped settee and a convertible dining table for added flexibility 

•  Effortless sailing: “Catching Air II” is easy to handle short-handed thanks to proven engineering, balanced sail plan, and manageable systems.

Catching Air II was sailed seasonally by a family in the Northeast for seven years before the current owner sailed to Charleston, SC. She was stored and maintained at Martha's Vineyard Shipyard.