60 x 10 widebeam canalboat perfect for 1/2 people - new skylight installed

Description

60 x 10 Widebeam, excellently-equipped off-grid canal boat - with new 5ft x 3ft skylight installed to maximise sunlight into the main kitchen & living area.

Made in 2004, this 60ft x 10ft boat offers generous proportions, stylish interior, modern upgrades, and the freedom of off-grid living.

The current owner has lived aboard for nearly a decade, investing in extensive improvements to maximise comfort, efficiency, and storage. The result is a stylish, practical, and reliable home on the water, perfectly suited for 1–2 people in Central London or beyond.



Key Features
Water: 1,000L+ water tank (recently epoxy-painted) with 7-stage filtration system including UltraViolet filter.


Electrics: 630W solar feeding a 200Ah lithium ion (LiFePO4) battery (Bluetooth-enabled). Sterling 3,000W pure sine inverter for the 240V system.


Gas & water: Morco instant hot water boiler, locker with space for 3 x 13kg propane bottles (over a year of gas!)


Heating: 5kW Villager stove + 9.5kW Eberspacher diesel central heating.


Cosmetics: Large 3ft x 5ft skylight (2025), exterior repaint (2025), Karndean flooring (2024), modern Wren kitchen (2023), modern bathroom (2022)


Hull & safety: Hull blacked April 2025 (new anodes), Boat Safety Certificate to Oct 2026.


Engine: Barrus Shire 45hp, 300L diesel tank, serviced Sept 2024.


Running costs (approx. £2.3k per annum):
CRT continuous cruiser licence: £1,000

Blacking: £500 (£1,500 every 3 years)

Heating: £500 (wood & coal)

Diesel: £100, Gas: £100 (2 bottles), Compost: £50 (Circular Revolution), Water filters: £50

Electricity: free via solar


INTERIOR

Living area – Open-plan lounge/kitchen with 190cm headroom, five portholes, side hatch, and the showpiece 5ft x 3ft skylight.
New Karndean floor, extensive built-in storage, 5kW multi-fuel stove, sofabed, and integrated sound system (Sony + Wharfedale/Kenwood).

Kitchen – Refitted in 2023 with Wren soft-close cabinetry, breakfast table & storage, Waeco CR50 12V fridge, Thetford LPG oven/grill/hob, stainless steel sink, tiled floor, and Morco gas boiler.

Bathroom – Full refit in 2022: spacious 1200x900 shower, compost toilet (oak-finish, extractor fan), towel rail, corner storage, twin-tub washing machine.

Bedroom – King-size raised bed with huge under-storage, step with hidden compartment, fitted wardrobe, shelving, and access to bow deck.



EXTERIOR

Bow deck – Double doors open onto a private seating area with table and chairs, plus storage under steps. Advanced water system with Chemco epoxy-treated tank (life expectancy to 2035).

Stern deck – Gas locker (capacity for 3 bottles, new hose and tester 2023).

Roof – anti-slip finish, with considerable space for installation of storage or compost boxes.
Equipment – Fenders, ropes, and all boating kit included.

Hull & safety: Hull blacked April 2025 at P&S Marine with new anodes. Exterior topside painted May 2025. Out-of-water survey in 2020 (Colin Mallard South (Dip Mar Sur)), with zero concerns.


This widebeam is a standout example: modern systems, thoughtful upgrades, and proven reliability. With full off-grid capability, low annual running costs, and prime suitability for Central London mooring, it represents both a practical home and a rare lifestyle opportunity.

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