53ft Traditional Narrowboat

Description

We are selling our beloved Mary L. She is a 53ft traditional narrowboat, built by Liverpool Boat Company in 1998.

She is a comfortable 2-berth boat, with a professionally fitted hardwood interior, reliable Barrus Shire 40hp diesel engine, two independent heating systems and a practical setup for both cruising and liveaboard use.

Mary L was professionally surveyed in September 2024. The hull survey found no remedial steelwork was required, and no evidence of hull distortion was observed. The Boat Safety Scheme certificate is valid until September 2028.

Key features
• 53ft traditional stern narrowboat
• Liverpool Boat Company - 1998
• Barrus Shire 40hp diesel engine
• Comfortable 2-berth layout
• Kabola diesel stove
• Mikuni diesel central heating
• Professionally fitted hardwood interior
• Fixed small double bed
• Pull-out sofa
• Two desk/work areas
• Excellent storage throughout
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Two-burner gas hob, oven and grill
• Composting toilet
• Two solar panels
• Sterling inverter
• Shore power connection
• WiFi router with external antenna
• Sold without a mooring

Survey, hull and safety: Mary L was professionally surveyed in 2024, with both an in-water survey (August 2024) and a hull survey (October 2024).

The hull survey found:
• No remedial steelwork required
• No evidence of hull distortion
• The existing doubler plate along the port-side waterline was inspected and found to be in good condition

The boat was last blacked in September 2024. The BSS certificate is valid until September 2028.

Copies of both 2024 surveys are available to serious prospective buyers.

Interior and accommodation: Mary L has a warm, comfortable hardwood interior. The accommodation includes a fixed small double bed, a pull-out sofa, plenty of cupboard storage and a fully equipped kitchen. The boat is being sold furnished and is ready for her next owners to move aboard and enjoy.

Included at no additional cost: two brand-new, unused Fogstar Drift lithium batteries and a Victron MultiPlus-II inverter/charger, purchased for approximately £3,000 in 2024. They have never been installed or used, and proof of purchase is available. Installation and connection would be the responsibility of the new owner.

Condition: Mary L is currently in cruising condition and ready to be enjoyed. As with any pre-owned boat, there are some minor interior repairs and routine maintenance items. This includes hull blacking, which will be due.

Viewing and further information: Mary L is currently in the Haggerston area of London, and viewings can be arranged.

We have additional photographs and videos available and are happy to answer questions or provide further information where available.

We're selling Mary L because we have now moved back to life on land after two years aboard. She has been a much-loved home for us, and we hope to find new owners who will enjoy her just as much.

Please get in touch if you'd like to arrange a viewing or would like any further information.

Marlene & Jordan