2006 Colecraft UK: 57ft Semi Trad for sale in UK
2006 Colecraft UK: 57ft Semi Trad for sale on Boat361: GBP 67950, located in UK, 2006, Colecraft, 57.0 ft, power_narrow. Paws a While is a beautifully crafted 57ft semi-traditional narrowboat built by the highly regarded Colecraft in 2006, with a quality fit-out by Darren Aldridge Boat Fitt...
Description
Paws a While is a beautifully crafted 57ft semi-traditional narrowboat built by the highly regarded Colecraft in 2006, with a quality fit-out by Darren Aldridge Boat Fitting. Designed to offer both comfort and practicality, this charming vessel provides a welcoming interior and a thoughtful layout, making it an ideal boat for extended cruising or as a relaxing home from home on the waterways. It’s warm finishes and clever use of space create a comfortable and inviting atmosphere throughout. Powered by a reliable Beta Marine 43hp diesel engine, Paws a While offers smooth and dependable cruising along the canals. The engine is cocooned for quieter operation, helping to create a more peaceful experience while underway. The boat also benefits from a Vetus bow thruster to assist with manoeuvring, making mooring and navigating tighter spaces easier and more convenient. Inside, the boat offers generous accommodation for up to six people. The flexible sleeping arrangements include a double bed that extends, along with additional berths from the dinette and sofa bed, providing comfortable options for both owners and guests. The galley is well equipped with a Thetford cooker, fridge/freezer, and a Beko washing machine, complemented by stylish black marble-effect worktops that give the space a modern and practical finish. The bathroom includes a shower, vanity basin, and a compost toilet. A pump-out tank is already in place and the system could easily be converted back to a pump-out setup if preferred with the addition of pipework. Heating and hot water are well catered for with an Eberspacher central heating system, calorifier and immersion, alongside the ever-popular Morso Squirrel solid fuel stove to keep the cabin warm and cosy during cooler months. Paws a While is also well equipped electrically, featuring both 12v and 240v systems, a Victron Energy 3kW inverter, Master Volt Alpha Pro Charge Regulator, and an impressive 870w of solar panels managed by a Victron MPPT controller. With four leisure batteries and one starter battery onboard, the boat offers a capable electrical setup for comfortable off-grid living. Externally, the boat benefits from both a side hatch, cratch cover and pram cover, providing additional sheltered outdoor space. The vessel was taken back to bare metal and repainted in October 2022 and blacked with 2-pack epoxy at the same time, demonstrating recent care and maintenance. Currently moored in Staffordshire, Paws a While presents a fantastic opportunity for those looking to enjoy life on the waterways with a well-built and well-equipped narrowboat.
Boat details
- Price
- GBP 67950
- Location
- UK
- Year
- 2006
- Category
- Narrowboats
- Make
- Colecraft
- Length
- 57.0 ft
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