Beneteau Antares 12 Coupe

The Beneteau Antares 12 Coupe represents the absolute flagship of the Antares range, designed as a true long-range family cruiser that pushes firmly into small yacht territory while keeping the Antares focus on practicality, safety, and ease of use. It’s built for extended time on the water, with a level of space, refinement, and versatility that makes weekend trips feel like proper coastal escapes.

At first glance, the Antares 12 Coupe stands out for its clean, modern profile and long protective roofline that defines its silhouette. Large hull glazing brings natural light deep into the boat while maintaining a strong sense of security and shelter. The design is purposeful rather than flashy – everything serves comfort, usability, and all-weather cruising capability.

Step inside and it immediately feels like a much larger vessel. The wheelhouse is bright, open, and highly modular, centred around a spacious saloon that can shift easily between cruising, dining, and relaxed social use. The clever integration between interior and exterior spaces creates a seamless flow, especially when the aft glazing is opened, effectively turning the cockpit and saloon into one continuous living area.

Below deck, the Antares 12 Coupe delivers serious accommodation for extended stays. A full master cabin with its own bathroom sits alongside a well-appointed guest cabin, with a third flexible space that can be used as additional berthing or storage. Combined with convertible saloon seating, the layout allows comfortable overnighting for larger groups, making it ideal for longer coastal passages or multi-day cruising.

At the helm, the experience is confident and highly controllable. Twin or triple engine configurations deliver strong offshore performance with excellent manoeuvrability, often enhanced with joystick control for close-quarters handling. Despite its size, the boat feels composed and predictable, designed to inspire confidence even when conditions are less than ideal.

The cockpit and exterior areas are just as thoughtfully considered. A large aft living space extends the onboard social zone, while an optional electric side terrace lowers to the waterline, creating effortless access for swimming or watersports. Forward, additional lounging areas add to the sense of usable outdoor space, making the boat feel open and adaptable from end to end.

What defines the Antares 12 Coupe is its balance of comfort and capability. It isn’t just about getting from A to B – it’s about making the journey itself enjoyable, whether that means a relaxed day cruise, a family weekend onboard, or a longer coastal passage. It delivers genuine cruising comfort without losing the simplicity that makes the Antares range so accessible.