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Sapphire in Steel 55x10.5ft for sale

£ 70,000.00

Sapphire in Steel 55x10.5ft for sale
Type: 55x10.5ft cruiser sternYear: 2006Builder: M& P SteelcraftEngine: Barrus Yanmar 40hpBatteries: 1x Starter, 4 x Leisure batteriesBerths: Fixed double bed at stern with underside storage, pull out sofa bed currently in saloon but is not staying.Boat Safety Certificate: August 2027Electrics: 12v & 240v throughout, via shoreline & Mastervolt inverter & chargerHeating: 5kw enamelled solid fuel stoveWater Heating: Calorifier via engine and diesel heaterLining: Oak ply boarding with solid oak trims throughout. Spray foam insulation.Flooring: Carpet throughout, lino in bathroom and galleyBedroom: At the stern of the boat, a good sizes room that has access to the bed from both sides. There is plenty of storage in the way of wardrobes, shelves and under the bed that lifts. Two port holes to ensure plenty of light but also keep your privacy.Bathroom: Forward of the bedroom and on the port side, home to the shower cubicle, vanity unit opposite with square ceramic sink above. Thetford cassette toilet with spare cassette and 240v washing machine with underside storage. The washing machine runs off of the inverter when the boat is cruising. The flooring in this area is lino.Galley: Forward of the bathroom and on the port side, this space is flooded with light from the large window, the roof hatch and side doors. The worktop and units are laid out in a U shape, offering plenty of working space. There is plenty of low level cupboards and one wall unit so storage is not an issue. The appliances are, 12v shoreline fridge freezer, integral double oven and 4 hob burner fitted in to the worktop. The flooring in this area is lino.Saloon: Forward of the galley, a full width room that is home to the enamelled solid fuel stove that is the main source of heating. Opposite is a sofa bed that is not staying onboard board but does show there is adequate space for seating. Wall shelves and a floor cupboard offer some helpful storage. Wooden steps lead to the bow.
Category: Narrowboats

City: Devizes

Length: 55' ft

Country: England
£ 70,000.00

40ft traditional stern Wild Wood for sale

£ 42,000.00

40ft traditional stern Wild Wood for sale
Wild Wood is a very well presented and laid out boat. There is a fixed double bed which is rare for a boat of her size making Wild Wood a great first time boat, ideal for short to mid term breaks.Type: 40ft traditional sternYear: 2000Builder: Wessex NarrowboatsHull blacking: June 2023Engine: Beta 28hp 3 cylinder, 3,314hrsBatteries: 1x Starter, 2 x Leisure batteriesBerths: Fixed double bed at stern with underside storage, built in bench seating converts into double with use of the dining tableBoat Safety Certificate: Valid until 13/02/2027Electrics: 12v & 240v throughout, via shoreline & Victron 600w inverter.Heating: Hobbit solid fuel stove, diesel hot air blowerWater Heating: Calorifier via engine and 240v immersion heaterLining: Oak faced ply boarding, some painted trimmed with oak throughout. Polystyrene insulation.Flooring: Laminate flooring throughout.Bedroom: Entrance from the stern, a nice space that is unusual for a boat of 40ft, there are two half height cupboards with hanging space along with storage under the bed. This room will warm with the solid fuel stove but is also heated with the diesel hot air blower.Bathroom: Forward of the bedroom, tucked into the starboard side, a good sized room that is home to the corner shower tray and curtain, vanity unit with wash hand basin fitted within, corner wall unit and Traveler pumpout toilet.Galley: Forward of the bathroom, with worktop on both port and starboard side there is plenty of working space. The freestanding oven, stainless steel sink and 12v fridge are located on the starboard side, wall units are on the port side.Saloon: Forward of the galley, a compact space and home to everything you would expect, the fixed seating on both starboard and port have storage below, the dining table is located on demo legs and doubles as the insert to make a double bed. The solid fuel stove is located on the front bulkhead port side, a corner unit opposite that has storage below, a radio inset and the TV on top.Steps lead out to the bow area.External: Traditional bow that has a seat rail along with a skirt cover, the bow has a wooden cratch frame that is covered with two seats.
Category: Narrowboats

City: Devizes

Length: 40' ft

Country: England
£ 42,000.00

Liverpool Boats for sale

£ 68,000.00

Liverpool Boats for sale
Lying at Caen Hill Marina in the heart of the beautiful Wiltshire countryside on the Kennet & Avon Canal. This stunning 69ft narrowboat, comes with the option of a permanent mooring. This excellent boat would make someone a fantastic permanent home but the versatile layout would equally suit a growing family wanting weekends and holidays on the waterways. Foxterrier is the perfect combination of a boat that has been well looked with a layout suitable for so many different uses.Length/ Boat Style: 69 ft Cruiser Stern Narrowboat Year Built: 2001 Hull By/ Fit out by: Liverpool Boats / Devizes Narrowboat Builders Layout stern to bow: Bunk Beds, Toilet/Shower Room, Double Bedroom, Double Bedroom, Toilet/Shower Room, Galley, Saloon with double and single Dinette Engine and gearbox: Beta 43hp / PRM 120D2 Hull Thickness: Base Plate 10mm, sides 6mm, Roof 4mm Engine and Gearbox: Isuzu 42 fitted in 2009. PRM150 gearbox Engine Hours / Last Service: October 2023 Berths: Sleeps 6 + 3 Boat Safety Certificate: Expires 31 March 2025 Last Blacking & type: April 2021 (and regularly every 2/3 years throughout life) Inspection hatch and location: Weed hatch above the propellor in engine room. Cabin bilges beneath rear entrance step. P/out or Cassette: 2 x Pump out Sealand Traveller Toilets. Forward toilet over a 396 litre GRP tank, aft toilet over a 396 GRP tank Internal cabin height: Approx 6ft 3 Insulation: Rockwall Last Survey: Inhouse December 2020, Independent 2012 Side hatches and Locations: Portside Side Hatch and Lid: Middle Double Cabin, Starboard Side Hatch and Lid: Middle Double Cabin External Covers: N/A Batteries: 5 x 110ah Lead Acid Leisure ,1 x 110ah Engine Start Electric Supply: A/C Shoreline Socket, 350 pure sine inverter (Victron) Galvanic Isolator: N/A Hot Water Supply: 2 x litre Calorifiers, Twin Coil - Heated by engine or diesel central heating. 1KW immersion heater on both tanks Cabin Heating: 5.4Kw Webasto Thermotop C Hot water radiator system throughout Central heating type: Diesel Gas Cylinders No & type: 2 x 13kg propane Galley and Equipment: Cooker Stoves DIT500 oven, grill and hob. Shoreline under counter 12vDC fridge (100L approx) with small freezer compartment. Lounge Description: Entertainment & Storage A 15’ flat screen TV/DVD plus a DAB Radio/CD player are fitted. There is a hanging rail, drawers and storage located in a half height cupboard in this area. Dinette Description: The L shaped dinette will seat 3 – 4 adults around the table which is stowed beneath the gunwale when not in use. The dinette will also easily convert to a double berth approx 4ft (1.22m) wide x 6’3’’(1.91m) long. There are two single seats separated by a table, the tables will drop down overnight to make a single berth approx 2’ (61cm) wide x 6’3’’ (1.91m) ling. Extra seating is provided by two folding chairs. Bedrooms Description: The Aft Double Bedroom A permanent double bed with a comfortable good quality mattress which is 4ft (122cm) wide x 6’3’’ (1.91cm) long. The bedroom has internal cabin doors ensuring privacy, there is also wardrobe hanging space, drawers, vanity unit and more storage below and above the bed. The Fwd Double Bedroom A permanent double bed with a comfortable good quality mattress which is 4ft (122cm) wide x 6’3’’ (1.91cm) long. The bedroom has internal cabin doors ensuring privacy, there is also wardrobe hanging space, drawers, vanity unit and more storage below and above the bed. The Bunk Beds There are two permanent single berths with comfortable quality mattresses the dimensions of the bottom bunk are 3ft (91cm) wide x 6’3’’ (1.91m) long and the top bunk is 2’6’’ (76cm) wide x 6’3’’ (1.91m) long. There is adequate wardrobe space alongside. Bathroom Description: The Aft and Fwd Shower and Toilet There is a standard flushing toilet, the waste is stored in a large holding tank with capacity usually suitable for 1 week. There is a shower with dimensions of 2’6’(76cm) x 2’(61cm) with headroom of approx 6’3’’ (1.91m). There is also a small washbasin with cupboard beneath. The Fwd shower room has the shower over a hip bath.Water Tank capacity: Approx 500L Fuel tank capacity: Approx 200L Pump Out Location Capacity: Fwd toilet Portside on Gunwale Tread Midships, Aft toilet Portside on Gunwale Tread Midships Known Defects: Aft port side of hull overplated in Dec 2020 – a narrow approx 8’ section of the hull side, just above the base plate. As an experienced boatyard, with facilities to do this type of work, this was preventative maintenance actioned early. Additional Info: Foxterrier would convert rather nicely to a live aboard by removing the aft bunks and convert to home office and converting the forward bathroom to a utility room. This is something we would be prepared to offer as an additional service to the buyer. Reason for selling: Foxterrier has been an excellent hire boat for Foxhangers since 2001, she is to be replaced by a brand new 5* vessel that we have built new for 2024. Foxhangers Canal holidays was established in 1997 and Foxterrier was our eighth hire boat, all but one of the previous boats were sold off many years ago but Foxterrier has been kept in the hire fleet for 23 years because she has a very good design and excellent build quality. If we had the room and the licenses Foxterrier would still be a popular hire boat now. Read 45 customer reviews here www.foxhangers.co.uk/boats/foxterrier/#reviews Other relevant information: Please see the virtual tour of Foxterrier on www.foxhangers.co.uk/boats/foxterrier webpage. The following tours are of Foxterrier in about 2015/16 Galley FWD Bathroom Aft Cabin Bunks Cruiser Stern The other virtual tours shown are of the Saloon (2), Double Cabins and Cruiser Bow are of a different boat albeit very similar to Foxterrier Disclaimer Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these specifications, no guarantee is given or implied as to their accuracy. These particulars are intended only as a guide and they do not constitute a term of any contract. Lakeland Leisure Estates Ltd advises prospective purchasers to obtain an independent survey from a qualified Marine Surveyor to satisfy themselves as to the condition of the craft.
Category: Narrowboats

City: Devizes

Length: 69' ft

Country: England
£ 68,000.00

Collingwood for sale

£ 120,000.00

Collingwood for sale
The Kraken is currently moored at the picturesque Caen Hill Marina in Wiltshire and this fabulous boat comes with the option of a mooring. With a cruiser stern and 2 bedrooms this Collingwood Wide Beam will make the ideal home for someone wanting to live on the waterways. With a hand crafted kitchen and huge sitting area, the open plan living space is ideal for a family or a couple along with the 2 generous bedrooms for many years to come.Length/ Boat Style:60’ x 12.6’ Wide BeamHull By/ Fit out by:Collingwood, Custom Wood WorksLayout stern to bow:Reverse – Galley, Saloon, Bedroom, Bathroom, Master BedroomYear Built:2020Hull Thickness:10/6/6Engine and Gearbox:Canaline 52 HP PRM150Engine Hours/Last ServiceService 2022Berths:4 plus 2Boat Safety Certificate:Not needed 2020 until 2024Last Blacking & type:2020 2 pack ApoxyInspection hatch and location:Underneath the steps at the sternP/out or Cassette:Cassette ToiletInternal Cabin Height:2.2m 7ft 2 inInsulation:Spray foamLast Survey:N/A bought from newExternal Covers:Pram Cover over the Stern DeckBow thruster:Tube in place ready for future Bow thruster to be fitted in the futureSide Hatches and Locations:1, starboard side hatch in GalleyBatteries:1 Starter 1 x 120 amp (120a/h) 4 Leisure 4 x 142 amp (142 a/h)Electrical Supply:12v 3000Kw Victron Multiplus Inverter, 1Kw solar, shorelineSolar Power:4 x 320- watt ja with Victron Energy MPPT 150/70-tr Solar charge controller.Hot Water Supply:75 Litre calorifier with 240v element installed that heats from the engine, Eberspacher and immersion heaterCabin Heating:Radiators throughout 8kw multifuel stoveCentral heating type:Eberspacher Hydronic S3-5KwGas Cylinders No & type:2 x 13kgGalley and Equipment:Fridge with Ice Box, Island unit with 1 Teknix 4 ring hob, 1 Teknix Oven and Grill, lots of storage, wooden worktops and breakfast barLounge Description:Open Plan, Freestanding Furniture, Multifuel StoveBedroom 1:Freestanding FurnitureBathroom Description:Shower over Bath, vanity cupboard sink, port hole window, Cassette Thetford Porta Potty 365Master Bedroom:Moveable Double bed with under storage and cupboardsWater Tank Capacity:569 LitresFuel Tank Capacity:415 LitresKnown Defects:Grill is not working.DisclaimerWhilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these specifications, no guarantee is given or implied as to their accuracy. These particulars are intended only as a guide and they do not constitute a term of any contract. Lakeland Leisure Estates Ltd advises prospective purchasers to obtain an independent survey from a qualified Marine Surveyor to satisfy themselves as to the condition of the craft
Category: Narrowboats

City: Devizes

Length: 60' ft

Country: England
£ 120,000.00

Jonathan Wilson for sale

£ 49,000.00

Jonathan Wilson for sale
Daniel Oakley, is a traditional style narrowboat built by Jonathan Wilson. The engine room is home to a Gardner 2L2 vintage engine that certainly draws attention. A survey was carried out in January 2023 and all of the repairs have been carried out.A 360 tour is available on our website, click the link above or visit https://www.devizesmarinaboatsales.com/oakleyType: 55ft Traditional sternYear: 1989Builder: Johnathan WilsonEngine: Gardener 2L2Batteries: 1x Starter, 3 x Leisure batteriesBerths: Fixed double bed with underside storage, sofa bed in saloonBoat Safety Certificate: 29/09/2024Hull blacking: February 2023Survey: January 2023Electrics: 12v & 240v throughout, via shoreline & Sealy 1500w inverter. Victron charger 12v 30ampHeating: Arada Heron 5 & Eberspaecher diesel heaterWater Heating: Calorifier via engine and diesel heaterLining: Varnished T& G ceiling, painted T& G upper walls, lower walls varnished ply. Polystyrene insulation.Flooring: Carpet and vinylBoatman cabin: Entrance from the stern, just as you would expect from a boatman cabin, traditional artwork, cosy feel, seating and a fold out bed. The stove has been removed from this space.Engine room: Forward of the boatman cabin, home to the 1932 Gardner 2L2 engine that was fully restored in 1997 by Danny Williamson. A side hatch and doors are on the starboard side and a set of doors are on the port offering extra ventilation when running. This space is also home to the inverter, charger and batteries. Bedroom: Forward of the engine room, a double bed with underside and overhead storage, the bed is between two bulkheads and may be restrictive for anyone over 6ft tall.Bathroom: Forward of the bedroom, a good sized room that is home to a midi bath with a shower mixer, opposite is the Thetford Porta Potti next to the vanity unit with inlaid sink.Galley: Forward of the bathroom, a nice space that has plenty of worktop space and storage. A stainless steel sink is inlaid to the laminate worktops. Statesman LPG over and 4 hob burner, Shoreline 12v fridge and 240v microwave.Saloon: At the bow of the boat, built in bench settee that seats three, a freestanding swivel chair and foot rest. Full height built in cupboard on the starboard side. A freestanding table is tucked to one side.
Category: Narrowboats

City: Devizes

Length: 55' ft

Country: England
£ 49,000.00

Collingwood for sale

£ 102,000.00

Collingwood for sale
Type: 60 x12ft 6\" Rounded back cruiser stern?Year: 2020 Shell manufactureBuilder: Collingwood Shell, Self fit out.Engine: Canaline 52, Vetus bow thrusterBatteries: 1x Starter, 1x Lithium 200ah 4x Leisure batteries 110ah as back ups.Berths: Freestanding double bedframe, sofa bed in saloon?Boat Safety Certificate: RCD in progress, will be complete before saleBlacking: Epoxy coating from newElectrics: 12v & 240v throughout via Victron 3000w inverter charger 120amp, 6 x 352w solar panels. The 12v set up is a hybrid system of lead acid and lithium batteries.?Heating: Morso Swift solid fuel stove.?Water Heating: Calorifier via engine and immersion heater.?Lining: Painted ply and T& G throughout with solid wood trims, spray foam insulation that has been topped up with rockwool. Double glazed windows throughout.Flooring: Solid oak mainly, with some rooms finished in pine boards and the bathroom floor is tiled.?Galley: Entrance from the stern, the galley is a bright and airy space uses the full width of the boat. There are three sections of solid oak worktop fitted onto freestanding units. On the port side is the Belfast sink, 12v fridge freezer and washing machine, opposite is the range cooker with side doors above, breakfast bar and washing machine tucked away underside. On both sides of the stern bulk heads are two walk in cupboards, one is used as the electrical room and the other is a pantry with plenty of shelf storage. There is also room for a gas water heater to be installed along with the appropriate wet plumbing (gas lines need to be run). ?Saloon: Forward of the galley, a cosy space that is home to the Morso Swift solid fuel stove, sofa bed and freestanding storage units.?Second bedroom: Forward of the saloon, accessed via a corridor that has three storage units fitted to the lower walls. A small box room that currently has no window but there is a window unit being left onboard so there is an option to have it installed separately from the sale. The water pump is located in this room behind extra insulation to keep the noise down.?Bathroom: Forward of the bedroom, a bright room that is mostly tilled with half of a feature wall being planked. The freestanding bath has a mixer tap with shower head and a glass shower screen. There is a pedestal hand basin opposite to the Compoost composting toilet. An alcove with 5 shelves offer great storage.Bedroom: Forward of the bathroom, home to a freestanding double bed and two freestanding wardrobes leading to the bow.External: Leading through the double doors on to the front deck. The stern and bow are uncovered. The external paintwork is in good condition and from new.
Category: Narrowboats

City: Devizes

Length: 60' ft

Country: England
£ 102,000.00

Colecraft for sale

£ 39,000.00

Colecraft for sale
Strumble is a well equipped boat that has everything you need to live board or use for holidays as she was built to a high spec from new. She is in need of some aesthetic TLC both internally and externally.Type: 60ft Semi-Trad sternYear: 1996Builder: ColecraftEngine: Beta Marine 43hp 6000 hrs, Bow thrusterBatteries: 1x Starter, 4 x Leisure batteries, 2x bow thrusterBerths: Cross over double in bedroom, single bed in saloon, single bed at stern with optional bunk. All with underside storage.?Boat Safety Certificate: 24/02/2024Blacking: 2021Survey: September 2020Electrics: 12v & 240v throughout via Heart Interface 2kw inverter & Travel Pack. 540w solar power.Heating: Solid fuel stove and Eberspaecher diesel heater that feeds fin rads and 3 radiators.Water Heating: Calorifier via engine and diesel heater.Lining: Painted ply throughout with solid oak trims. Polystyrene insulationFlooring: Laminate and carpet throughout.?Stern area: Entrance from the stern, single bed with frame work for additional bunk above, Zanussi washing machine opposite. There is plenty of storage in this area from large shelves, to full height cupboards and underneath the bed. The bulk of the electrical equipment is also in this area on the stern bulkhead. Bathroom: A space flooded with natural light from the frosted window and opening roof hatch. There is a midi bath with mixer tap and shower attachment. Opposite is a vanity unit with inlaid sink, low level and high level storage. The toilet is a Jabsco pumpout with a manual flush. Main bedroom: Forward of the bathroom, a walkthrough room with the crossover 5ft double bed on the port side, a wardrobe (one of three in the boat) is at the bow end of the room. Two wall mounted sideboards and a TV on the side of the bed. Two portholes and one large window allow plenty of light in.Galley: Forward of the bedroom, an open and light space with another opening roof hatch. A nicely laid out space offering a good amount of storage in the way of drawers and cupboards (all standard units), solid beech work top covering the L-shaped area and trapeze shaped area opposite. The 12v fridge is located underside of the counter, the stainless steel sink and Vanette 4 burner hob is fitted into the worktop and the double oven is mounted at eye level. A set of side doors and roof hatch is located in the starboard side.Saloon: Forward of the galley, a continuation of the light space, home to the sofa with underside storage, wall mounted TV, solid fuel stove and corner cupboard with shelves above. Exit on to the bow via hardwood stable doors.External: Semi traditional stern has a tonneau cover, the bow is uncovered. The external paintwork is fading but there are no large areas of rust.
Category: Narrowboats

City: Devizes

Length: 60' ft

Country: England
£ 39,000.00

40ft Cruiser stern Grace for sale

£ 28,000.00

40ft Cruiser stern Grace for sale
Grace is a well presented boat that is fully equipped and ready to cruise. Since the full refit in 2022 Grace has been used for long and short breaks. She is able to be used for living aboard and continuously cruising thanks to the solar and electrical setup (updated with the refit).The roof and sides have been recently repainted.To see our full advert and more details along with the 360 tour click \"Open website in new window\" under the main photo.Type: 40ft Cruiser sternYear: 1973Builder: Mindon Boat BuildersEngine: Lister SR3 3 cylinder engineBatteries: 1x Starter, 3 x Leisure batteries 130 AGM New 2022Berths: Sofa bed in saloon make in to double bed?Boat Safety Certificate: 03/2026Electrics: 12v & 240v throughout via Victron 500w inverter, 4 x 150w solar panels, Victron DC to DC charger.Heating: Boatman solid fuel stove.Water Heating: Morco instantaneous gas water heater.Lining: Painted ceiling and upper walls throughout, painted T& G panelling below. Rockwool and super foil insulation throughout.Flooring: Wood effect LVT (Luxury Vinyl Tiles)More information to come
Category: Narrowboats

City: Devizes

Length: 40' ft

Country: England
£ 28,000.00

Collingwood for sale

£ 105,000.00

Collingwood for sale
Le Lac is a well equipped boat that has been used for marina living. She has spacious rooms throughout and able to sleep up to 6 people. With the addition of solar set up she could be used for continuously cruising.Type: 65x10ft Cruiser stern with wrap around seatingYear: 2017Builder: Collingwood BoatsEngine: Canaline HP 70, Vetus bow thrusterBatteries: 1x Starter, 3 x Leisure batteries, 2 x bow thrusterBerths: Fixed king sized bed at stern, Pullman dinette makes into king size bed?Boat Safety Certificate: TBCElectrics: 12v & 240v throughout via shoreline & Victron multiplus 3kw/120a inverter charger. Galvanic isolator.Heating: Morso Swift solid fuel stove x2, Webasto 5.2kw diesel heaterWater Heating: Calorifier via engine, Webasto and immersion heaterLining: Oak face MDF and ply throughout with solid oak trims, spray foam insulationFlooring: Laminate and stone tiles.?Bedroom: Entrance from the stern, a very light and open space. Raised king sized bed on the starboard side with some underside storage and home to the toilet holding tank. There is a large full height wardrobe fitted at the foot of the bed and drawers fitted under the electrical cupboard. A Morso Swift solid fuel stove is tucked into the corner offering extra heat for the colder days. A side hatch is located above the bed offering extra light and ventilation.Bathroom: Forward of the bed room, a very light room thanks to the roof hatch, the crossover design utilises the full width of the boat. A good sized shower unit with full glass surround, opposite is a large resin worktop and a vanity unit below. The Vetus macerating toilet is fitted to this unit. Dinette/second bedroom: Forward of the bathroom, a nice area that offers a separate dining space and also doubles up as a king size bed with underside storage. A side hatch offers extra light and ventilation.Galley: Forward of the dinette, a cross over design that offers great worktop space, two l-shaped counters with cupboards and drawers underside, a full height cupboard offers great storage. The Belling oven and microwave are fitted at eye level, Belling 4 hob burner is fitted in to the work top along with the stainless steel sinks. 12v fridge is located under the counter and a small counter top 240v dishwasher is tucked into a corner.Saloon: Joined with the galley by the breakfast bar and stools with another side hatch on the port side, The largest room on the boat, home to another Morso Swift stove, sofa bed, and curved tv. Leading on to the front deck.Externals: Paintwork is original and in good condition. The stern is covered with a large pram hood that is in good condition.
Category: Narrowboats

City: Devizes

Length: 65' ft

Country: England
£ 105,000.00

Black Country for sale

£ 39,000.00

Black Country for sale
A well presented boat that is ready to use, she could be used as a liveaboard or as a leisure boat. The exterior paintwork is in good condition. Brimstone has a very nice open feel due to the interior paintwork and the large porthole windows.Type: 51ft Traditional sternYear: 1991Builder: Black country boatsEngine: Nani Kubota 38hpSurvey: 2021Hull blacking: May 2022Batteries: 1x Starter, 4 x Leisure batteriesBerths: Double bed at stern with underside storage?Boat Safety Certificate: March 2026?Electrics: 12v & 240v throughout via shoreline, 1600w inverter, 3 x solar panels.Heating: Morso Squirrel stove with back boiler feeding one radiator.Water Heating: Paloma on demand gas water heater.Lining: Painted t& g on upper walls and ceilings throughout, lower walls painted ply. Rockwool insulation.Flooring: Laminate, carpet and vinyl tiles.
Category: Narrowboats

City: Devizes

Length: 51' ft

Country: England
£ 39,000.00

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Questions to ask when looking for narrow boats for sale

What style of narrow boat, barge or Dutch barge should you buy?

Narrow boats and barges come in a variety of different stern types. Knowing more about them will assist you in choosing the right one for you. Consider what you want to use your narrow boat for. Will it be for weekends away, holidays or for living aboard full time? How many people will be on board at any one time? Knowing its purpose will help you to choose the right size, age, style and configuration of narrowboat to best suit your needs. There are four different styles of narrow boats available plus you can get something called a Dutch barge too.

Cruiser Stern – These types of sterns offer a large expanse of external space, ideal for recreational cruising. An ideal holiday boat, they have a back deck of between 4-8 foot in length, providing ample space on the back for several people to stand and socialise. The cruiser is the perfect choice for those that want the best cruising experience and are not so worried about the internal space on offer.

Traditional Stern – The traditional narrowboat is the ideal choice for long cruises and living aboard. They have a classic and attractive design stemming from traditional working boats. They have the smallest stern area offering the least external space (around 2-3 foot in length) which means there is room for only one person at a time outside, giving more room for inside living. Traditional sterns come in a variety of lengths starting from around 40 feet to 70 feet.

Semi-traditional Stern – The semi-traditional sterns are a good compromise between Traditional and Cruiser sterns. These have the looks of a traditional stern with the space of a Cruiser. They are the modern-day version of the traditional narrowboat. They benefit from having a slightly larger stern deck, which enables more than one person to be in this area at any one time, making them a more sociable boat for cruising. This style is a popular choice for families and people with dogs.

Wide Beam – Wide beam narrow boats are the ideal choice for those considering living aboard full time and who are not worried about cruising every inch of the canal network. Narrowboats are usually 6ft 10” wide but wide beam boats are generally between 10ft to 12ft in width. The most obvious advantage is the additional living and storage space. The inside of a wide beam can look like and have the feel of a small apartment rather than a boat. Wide beams are available in a cruiser, semi-traditional and traditional sterns. There are four main ‘cruising grounds’ for the wide beam owner: London and the South East, East Anglia, the Severn waterways and The Trent and North.

Dutch Barge - A Dutch barge is a flat-bottomed style barge which were originally designed to carry cargo on the waterways of the Netherlands. Traditionally they would have had sails as their propulsion but these days most have been converted to motor-propulsion. These types of barges are ideal for those of you looking for something much larger and can go up to and beyond 130ft in length.

What length of narrowboat or barge should you buy?

Narrow boats come in a variety of different lengths, from small ones at 20ft long to much larger ones at 70ft long. The length of the boat is an important factor as this will determine where you can cruise, your mooring costs, how much your insurance will be and will also affect your maintenance bills. It is advisable to get a good understanding of all the different lengths and styles of narrowboats so you can get a good feel of the boats size. Hiring a narrow boat will give you a good idea of what it is like to live on one and if it is for you before you buy and own your own.

What is your budget?

Narrow boats can vary wildly in price and prices will differ depending on size, age and condition. The great thing about boating is there is a boat to suit every budget meaning that everyone can have the opportunity to own one. Think about whether you are after a restoration project, something pristine or top of the range and do a bit of research to get an idea of what the sort of narrowboat you are looking for cost.

What are the estimated running costs of owning a narrowboat?

Costs will vary from boater to boater but working out the average running costs of owning a narrowboat and how you plan to use it is very important. A good way of doing this is to ask other boaters for their knowledge and experiences. Below is a list of some of the running costs that you will need to factor in when buying a narrowboat:

Canal and river trust licenses
Boat Safety Scheme
Insurance
Canal boat maintenance
Canal and river trust licenses
Mooring fees
Fuel
Heating
Council tax

Where will you moor your narrow boats or barges?

Boats are allowed to moor almost anywhere alongside canal towpaths. But nearly all of these mooring places are short-term meaning that no boat can stay there for more than a few days, two weeks at most. To live on a boat on the canal, you need to be constantly cruising or have a residential mooring. Residential moorings can be hard to find as they are in short supply so it is advisable to look into these before you buy.

Has the boat had a recent a survey?

When buying a second-hand narrow boat, it is advisable to have a survey done by a qualified marine surveyor. They will advise on any faults on the hull and with the boat’s internal systems and highlight any issue the boat may have so you have peace of mind that you know exactly what you are buying.

Where can you buy narrow boats from?

Using a good brokerage company when buying a narrowboat can have many advantages. They will have lots of experience, a variety of boats in one location and they can help to make it as stress free as possible. Alternatively, you can buy through a private seller. You will always get more information on the true nature and quirks of a boat from the owner themselves and they are often more flexible.

What documents and paperwork will you need to buy a narrowboat?

Having the correct paperwork in place when you buy your narrowboat is important. This includes ownership papers, insurance, boat safety certificate etc. Make sure you have all of these in place when you buy.

Narrowboats for sale in England

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