Bees Knees is a beautifully maintained 2017 Jeanneau NC14 — a perfect blend of modern European design, efficiency, and comfort. This two-stateroom, one-head layout is ideal for cruising the Pacific Northwest or beyond, offering a bright, open interior with excellent visibility, joystick docking, and exceptional storage throughout.
She has been thoughtfully upgraded and recently serviced, featuring brand new exterior upholstery, a 2024 Zodiac aluminum-hull RIB with outboard, AGM batteries (March 2024), and newly serviced engines and drives (November 2025).
The NC14’s Volvo Penta IPS pod drives deliver impressive efficiency and precise handling — achieving a comfortable cruise at 21 knots and top speeds around 29 knots with remarkably smooth performance.
Overview
Exterior
- Hydraulic swim platform lowers for easy tender launching and recovery
- New Zodiac aluminum-hull RIB with outboard motor (2024)
- Newly treated canvas slant back
- Skylights on aft deck
- Hot/cold cockpit shower
- Magma propane grill
- Wide side decks with tall stainless safety rails and overhead grab bars
- Newly upholstered forward sun pads with new diamond-stitched cushions and adjustable backrests
- Newly upholstered aft deck seating with table that drops to be a sunbed. Note: seating moves forward and aft to give you more room on the aft deck
- Lewmar windlass with Delta anchor, ample chain & rode, and fender storage
- Glendenning retractable shore-power cord
- Raymarine Doppler radar and spotlight on hardtop
Salon & Helm
- Expansive salon with 360° visibility
- Sliding glass doors that open fully for indoor-outdoor living
- Convertible seating — aft bench slides forward or aft for customizable entertaining space
- Pop-up Samsung TV and Fusion stereo
- Dining table with folding leaf and ottomans
- Opening starboard side helm door – perfect for docking and ventilation
- Electric glass sunroof with shade
- Raymarine multifunction touchscreen display, autopilot, VHF, rudder indicator, Volvo engine display
- Joystick control for easy docking
- Lenco trim tabs
Galley
- Port-side galley with excellent natural light and ventilation
- Kenyon dual electric grill
- Cuisinart convection oven
- Vitrifrigo fridge/freezer combo
- Deep storage drawers and cabinetry
- Dedicated deep freeze in the technical compartment below salon sole – ideal for long trips
- Pop-up faucet and solid-surface counters
Accommodations
Features two stateroom, one head layout with large closet storage in the guest landing area.
Master Stateroom (Forward)
- Queen (scissor) berth converts to twin singles
- Reading lights, TV, and Fusion stereo control
- Large windows, skylight, and overhead hatch for abundant natural light
- Ample storage lockers and drawers
- Private access to the ensuite head
Guest Stateroom (Aft)
- Two single berths with filler to create a king-size bed
- Large hull window and hanging locker
- Additional storage under berth
Head / Shower
- Jabsco electric flush toilet
- Large enclosed shower with teak seat
- Dual mirrors with hidden storage
- Access from both master cabin and companionway
Mechanical & Electrical
- Twin Volvo Penta D6-370 IPS 500 engines (~494 hrs)
- Drives: IPS-F UTV 1.94 (PT: 21866033/3940020188 STBD: 21866033/3940020187)
- Cummins Onan 13.5 kW Generator (~429 hrs)
- 2000W Marinco inverter/charger
- Cruise Air reverse-cycle heating and air-conditioning system throughout
- Hot water heater
- Glendinning Cablemaster for shore power
- SeaFire fire suppression system
- Fuel shutoffs, battery switches, and inverter controls in accessible technical space
- Clean, dry bilge and easily accessed strainers, filters, and dipsticks
Performance
- Cruise speed: ~21 knots @ 2950 RPM
- Top speed: ~29 knots @ 3600 RPM
- IPS joystick maneuvering makes docking effortless even in tight quarters
Recent Updates
- New Exterior upholstery (October 2025)
- AGM batteries (March 2024)
- New Zodiac aluminum-hull RIB with outboard (2025)
- Freshly serviced and waterproofed canvas slant-back (2025)
- Recent engine and generator service (November 2025)
Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
Disclaimer
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.