Colecraft Narrowboat 70ft Live-aboard
- Boat REF# · 161361
- LOA · 21.34m
- Year · 1998
- Construction · Steel
- Underwater profile · Full-displacement
- Berths · 4
- Engine · 1 x Diesel 40hp, BMC 1800 (1988)
- Lying · Tring
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Extra Details
| Designer | Colecraft |
|---|---|
| Builder | Colecraft |
| Lying | Tring |
| Last survey | 05/09/2008 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x Diesel 40hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | BMC 1800 (1988) |
| Engine Hours | Not Recorded |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | Tiller |
| Drive | Shaft |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | Not Recorded |
The BMC engine, which was completely rebuilt in 2002, is housed in the utility room forward of the boatman's cabin and offset to one side. The drive utilises a shaft with two universal joints under the cabin floor. While unusual on narrowboats, this is a common and proven system on Dutch barges.
It certainly makes the boat even more roomy.
Dimensions
| LOA | 21.34m |
|---|---|
| Beam | 2.08m |
| Draft Min | 0.60m |
| Draft Max | 0.80m |
| Headroom | 1.93m |
| Storage | On mooring |
Electrical Systems
12 volt battery, 5 batteries charged by: engine, shore power
Construction
| Construction | Steel |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Full-displacement |
| Finish | Bitumen finish |
A very sound Colecraft Hull from 1988. Blacked, surveyed and anodes replaced in 2008
Trad stern, large hopper windows, 2 side hatches and a good well deck with cratch boards.
External paintwork is in need of attention, especially on the roof.
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 4 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 2 |
| Cabin(s) | 2 |
| Handbasin | 1 |
| Shower | 1 |
| Heads | 1 heads (Manual) |
The inside of this boat is truly superb. First class materials with no expense spared and professionally finished.
Entering from the foredeck through to glazed double doors there is a spacious and light lounge. Flooring is in antique oak with the upper panelling in fluted, painted timber, and a white ceiling for maximum light. The furniture is custom built in reclaimed timber and features a bookshelf that cleverly converts into a desk or table, as well as a corner unit.
There is a diesel heater- styled as a solid fuel stove - which provides heating via large-bore copper radiator pipes and traditional radiators.
Open plan to a galley kitchen, superbly fitted in antique oak fronted units. The flooring is antique oak and slate laid to form a beautiful , but practical surface.
Fitted hob and high level oven and a fridge are fitted. There is also a side hatch providing light and ventilation.
The bathroom has doors which close across the corridor giving a full width space. There is an oversized shower with glass screen, basin and a pump out toilet.
The master bedroom is huge with a large double bed and fitted wardrobe. plenty of storage and dressing space.
Next is a utility room which houses a washer/ dryer and an enclosure for the offset engine. There is also a second side hatch.
Finally, there is a beautiful, traditionally painted boatman's cabin, with drop down double cross bed and drop down table. This also contains a 300watt inverter, and a radiator, as well as seating and storage.
4 burner gas cooker/stove
Accommodation
| Cooker/stove | |
|---|---|
| Grill | |
| Oven | |
| Sink | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Curtains | |
| Cabin heating | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system |
The inside of this boat is truly superb. First class materials with no expense spared and professionally finished.
Entering from the foredeck through to glazed double doors there is a spacious and light lounge. Flooring is in antique oak with the upper panelling in fluted, painted timber, and a white ceiling for maximum light. The furniture is custom built in reclaimed timber and features a bookshelf that cleverly converts into a desk or table, as well as a corner unit.
There is a diesel heater- styled as a solid fuel stove - which provides heating via large-bore copper radiator pipes and traditional radiators.
Open plan to a galley kitchen, superbly fitted in antique oak fronted units. The flooring is antique oak and slate laid to form a beautiful , but practical surface.
Fitted hob and high level oven and a fridge are fitted. There is also a side hatch providing light and ventilation.
The bathroom has doors which close across the corridor giving a full width space. There is an oversized shower with glass screen, basin and a pump out toilet.
The master bedroom is huge with a large double bed and fitted wardrobe. plenty of storage and dressing space.
Next is a utility room which houses a washer/ dryer and an enclosure for the offset engine. There is also a second side hatch.
Finally, there is a beautiful, traditionally painted boatman's cabin, with drop down double cross bed and drop down table. This also contains a 300watt inverter, and a radiator, as well as seating and storage.
4 burner gas cooker/stove
Safety Equipment
| Searchlight | |
|---|---|
| Horn |
1 bilge pumps (0 manual / 1 Electric)
BSS Cert 2016
Broker's Comments
Boatshed Grand Union is pleased to offer this superb boat for sale.
Although the exterior requires work, the interior is second to none. Crafted from antique and reclaimed timber, floors inlaid with solid slate. Clever design and superb craftsmanship combine to make this boat a pleasure.
From it's spacious, light and modern salon through to its beautiful boatman's cabin, via a superbly fitted kitchen and bathroom, spacious master bedroom and with that extra utility room, this boat is a one off.
A superb live aboard or a luxurious cruiser. Take your pick.
These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.