Description

Here we have a truly unique craft. This is the only one in the world. Designed by me, after 10 years of research and built by The Little Boat Co, using a modified version of the builder's patented outboard stern design, this vessel is the ultimate go-anywhere small live-aboard. She has been designed to travel anywhere on the canal system, off grid with minimal running costs. The hull was completed before Covid but the fit out was delayed. She first entered the water in April 2025 and has a Boat Safety Certificate until April 2029.

She is just under 8 metres, 26ft 3in, barely under the point for increased license cost. Don't let her length fool you; passengers often note the spacious feel of the interior, which is due to the high hull sides and large proportion of the vessel's length that is used for interior space. A double swept bow and long stern swim provide a very hydrodynamic profile, allowing her to cut through the water more efficiently than a regular narrowboat; the Mariner 15hp outboard produces a cruising speed of 3 to 4 knots at half throttle, full speed should be about 7 knots although she has not yet travelled that fast. The outboard is located where a rudder would be if the vessel was inboard powered, so having one does not affect the classical lines of the vessel. It also means the engine is readily changeable and minimal space used. The steel is 8mm for the base plate, 6mm for the hull sides, bow, stern and deck and 3mm for the cabin, wheelhouse and stern fantail. The kitchen has been fitted with a worktop, shelves and a sink. The interior layout (from bow to stern) consists of: A full length 6ft 6in double/two single V berths, space for lounge chairs, storage on the Starboard side and shower and toilet on the Port, an all weather wheelhouse with galley area to the Starboard and seating area to Port, finally, tiller controlled outboard steering system, gas and fuel lockers. The cabin and wheelhouse interior have a colour theme of Peace Teal for the hull and Vibrant Yellow for the cabin sides and ceiling with Yellow Velvet curtains. This represents sunset shimmering over the ocean. Exterior paintwork is Toplac International Mediterranean White and Teamac Emerald Green, with 5 coats of quality blacking and anodes fitted in April this year.

For a home to live on for the winter, a heating system should be installed, along with a gas supply, fresh water pumps and a
battery/power management system. Although a new 110 litre (approx) water tank is fitted under the wheelhouse and the shower wet-room has been fitted, as yet neither have been plumbed in. The sink in the galley will also need to be linked to the fresh water tank and the hull outlet.

There are few opportunities to buy a top rate vessel, ready to be completed. I am the designer, so I can provide any information you may require

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