Description

'Smaug' Fully Equipped Off-Grid Liveaboard | 1991 Traditional Stern Trafalgar Narrowboat

Location: Watford
Berths: 5 (2 Bedrooms)
Stern Style: Traditional
Engine: 8 BHP Coventry Diesel

An ideal, fully-equipped off-grid liveaboard narrowboat ready to move in. Built in 1991 by the respected Trafalgar Marine, renovated and maintained with care; this characterful traditional-stern boat combines classic charm with modern off-grid comforts. 6 foot 2 inch headroom throughout the boat, with a living room, kitchenette, bed cabin, enclosed private bathroom, master bedroom/studio and enclosed engine room. Plenty of space.

Whether you are looking for a comfortable London home on the water or an authentic cruising vessel, this boat is ready to move into!

Key Highlights & Recent Maintenance;
BSS (Boat Safety Scheme) Passed 2023 (Valid through 2027)
Hull Blacking: Freshly blacked in July 2024
Hull Survey: Last survey completed in 2020 and found to be near original thickness
Heating: Morso Squirrel multi-fuel stove fitted with a back boiler feeding two radiators throughout the cabin
Hot Water: Morco instant water heater
Off-Grid Power & Utilities
Designed for continuous cruising or off-grid living with minimal reliance on marina hookups:
Solar Power: 500W array across 2 solar panels
Electrics: 5 leisure battery bank with a new charger setup, shoreline hookup, and 240V sockets throughout
Water Capacity: Generous 500L+ integrated water tank
Water pump, 2 sinks, 1 shower/bath with whale gulper pumpout
Electric bilge pump

Interior & Living Accommodation
Galley / Kitchen:
A fully-equipped kitchen featuring a 4-burner gas hob, full-sized oven, and dedicated grill—perfect for everyday cooking.

Living & Heating Area:
At the front of the boat is a cozy living space anchored by the iconic Morso Squirrel multi-fuel stove. The back boiler efficiently heats the two fitted radiators, keeping the entire vessel warm throughout the winter months.

Bathroom:
A rare find on a traditional narrowboat—a layout featuring both a half bathtub and shower, fed by the Morco boiler for hot water. Includes a practical and easy-to-maintain Thetford Cassette toilet.

Sleeping Quarters (5 Berth / 2 Bedrooms):
Configured to comfortably accommodate four people across two separate sleeping spaces, making it versatile for liveaboard couples needing an office, guest cabin, or small family living.

Engine Room
Powered by a classic 8 BHP Coventry diesel engine housed within a traditional stern engine room. It offers dependable cruising along the inland waterways with low fuel consumption and timeless vintage engine character.

Currently located on a beautiful private mooring in Watford, close to the metropolitan line to central London and nearby town and park.
Unfortunately the mooring is not directly transferable in the sale but will become available for you to bid for once the boat is sold.

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