This is a superb example of the Beneteau Oceanis Clipper 323, and from the moment you step aboard it’s clear that she is a well loved and appealing yacht. Built with in mast furling and deep fin keel, this is a yacht that is easily sailed with a minimal crew, whilst offering superior upwind performance.
This Oceanis 323 benefits from a number of recent upgrades, including new sails in 2022, new standing rigging in 2022, a new sprayhood and dodgers in 2022, and a Raymarine Axiom 7 chartplotter with AIS transceiver fitted in 2023.
Beyond these updates, it is evident that she has been carefully owned throughout her life. The interior joinery and soft furnishings are in excellent cosmetic condition.
The Beneteau Oceanis 323 is a comfortable, sure-footed cruiser with accommodation that belies her compact dimensions. Generous headroom, a large aft cabin and spacious heads make her eminently suitable for family holidays afloat.
Kimara is a lovely yacht.
For further information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Peter Keats by phone, email or WhatsApp.
Construction, Rig & Machinery
GRP Hull, deck and superstructure
Deep fin keel
Last antifouled January 2026
Topsides polished February 2026
Wheel steering with rotating pedestal to allow easy access from the transom
Stainless steel guard wires replaced March 2025
Teak laid cockpit seating
APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS:
Length Overall: 9.90m (32'6")
Length Waterline: 8.99m (29'6")
Beam: 3.38m (11'1")
Draft 1.80m (5'11")
Displacement: 4,230kg
Ballast: 998kg
Air Draft: 14.82m (48'7")
Rig
7/8 Fractional rig sloop
Aluminium mast and spars
Stainless steel standing rigging replaced in March 2022
Furlex 204s headsail furler (New March 2022)
Mainsail furling lines replaced in 2023
Rod kicker
Whisker pole
All lines led aft to the cockpit via clutches
WINCHES:
2 x Harken 40 self tailing primary winches
Harken 32 self tailing halyard winch
SAILS:
Kemp Sails 125% genoa new in 2022, serviced and laundered Feb 2025
Kemp Sails furling mainsail new in 2022, serviced and laundered Nov 2025
Machinery
Yanmar 3YM20 21hp diesel engine
854cc three cylinder motor with fresh water cooling
Professionally serviced annually using Yanmar parts
Last serviced January 2026
Maximum speed: 6 knots approx
Cruising speed: 5 knots approx
Pedestal mounted single lever throttle/shift
Shaft drive to 3 blade bronze propeller
ELECTRICS:
2 x Numax 12v 80Ah batteries with isolator switches
Batteries charged by engine alternator and 240v shore power battery charger
Shore power inlet with outlets to all cabins
12v Accessory outlets at the chart table and helm
WATER SYSTEM:
Pressurised hot and cold water system
Water heated by engine calorifier and 240v shore power immersion heater
TANKAGE:
65 litre (14 gallon) fuel tank
160 litre (35 gallon) water tank
Holding tank with deck suction and overboard discharge
Accommodation & Inventory
Sleeps 6 in two cabins and the saloon
LED lighting throughout
FORWARD CABIN
Double V berth with infill and storage below
Storage locker
High level shelves
Reading lights
Overhead hatch to deck
SALOON:
Settee berths to port and starboard with storage below
Large drop leaf table with bottle locker
Overhead hand rails
Curtains for all portlights
Shelves
2 x Storage lockers
Reading lights
GALLEY:
Stainless steel sink with hot and cold mixer and splash panel
Eno 2 burner gas cooker with oven
Top loading refrigerator
High and low level storage lockers
NAVIGATION AREA
Chart table with storage below
Electrical distribution panel
AFT CABIN
Huge double berth with memory foam mattress toppers
Hanging locker
Reading light
Opening port lights with curtains
Hanging locker
Shelves
HEADS/SHOWER COMPARTMENT:
Jabsco sea toilet
Handbasin with hot and cold mixer/shower wand and storage below
Shower seat
Wet hanging locker
Opening port hatches with curtains
Mirrored cabinet
Shelving
Cup holder
Grab rail
Electric shower sump pump
COCKPIT:
Removable drop leaf teak cockpit table
Large cockpit locker
Removable helm seat for access to the bathing platform
Hot and cold transom shower
Inventory
NAVIGATION AIDS:
Plastimo Contest pedestal mounted compass
Raymarine Axiom 7 touchscreen chart plotter/GPS/AIS display (New 2023)
Raymarine ST60 Wind
Raymarine ST60 Tridata (Log, speed and depth)
Raymarine Smart Pilot autopilot
Standard Horizon Matrix AIS GX2100 DSC VHF radio with AIS receiver
Watchmate XB-6000 AIS Transponder
Schatz Barometer
Schatz Clock
Schatz Hygrometer/Thermometer
LED Navigation lights
Masthead light
GROUND TACKLE:
Manson Supreme anchor with 50m galvanised chain and stainless steel swivel
Quick electric anchor windlass with controls at the bow and the helm
GENERAL EQUIPMENT:
Seago 4 person valise liferaft (Next service due February 2028)
Crewsaver horseshoe lifebuoy
Radar reflector
Boarding ladder
Emergency tiller
Electric bilge pump
Manual bilge pump
Sprayhood (New May 2022)
Dodgers (New May 2022)
Pedestal cover
Cockpit cushions
Fenders
Outboard bracket
Warps
Boathook
Sony stereo radio/CD/MP3 player with Bluetooth
Saloon speakers
Owner's Comments
Owning Kimara has been the most rewarding step in our sailing journey since we moved from dinghy sailing to owning our first boat in 2021. We wanted something that was safe, enjoyable to sail, and comfortable to live aboard as we built experience and sailed further afield. She has taken us through four years of multi-week cruises, down the south west coast of the UK to the Scillies, and channel crossings to the Channel Islands and Brittany, including multiple night passages.
Kimara sails capably with a deep fin keel and rudder, giving her responsive handling and strong manoeuvrability in harbours. Her new furling mainsail and genoa, with all lines led aft, make her easy for solo or short-handed crews. We have enjoyed memorable nights at anchor, from Worbarrow Bay to the river at Treguier, thanks to her large Manson anchor and 50m of chain.
As I am 6'4'', interior space and headroom were a priority. She is a very comfortable boat for a couple, offering great space and facilities for a 10m size, including a large rear berth and a spacious head. We've enjoyed our time inside as much as our time on deck.
We purchased her due to the excellent condition maintained by Doug, the previous owner. We have since made annual investments in rigging, electronics, and sails to keep her in top condition, alongside annual servicing by Pinnacle Marine.
Now, as we prepare to sail even further afield for extended passages, we are ready to take a step up in size, and say a sad farewell to Kimara.