Thrift – 55′ Semi Trad Measham Narrowboats/Maesbury Marine 2005

Thrift – 55′ Semi Trad Measham Narrowboats/Maesbury Marine 2005

Thrift is a lovely 55’ Semi traditional narrowboat built in 2005. The hull was built by Measham Boats & she was fitted out by Maesbury Marine.
She has been beautifully prepared for sale having had a recent full repaint and blacking. Much of the equipment on board is new as well.
The well deck offers good outside space and has the 500 litre stainless steel water tank under. Steps lead into the saloon. She is fitted out in ash faced ply with ash trim and feels really homely. One striking feature is the floor – a glossy walnut laminate.
The saloon has a Bubble diesel stove (NEW) with its own diesel tank. This heats the 3 radiators and the towel rail. There is an L shaped dinette with storage under (also converts to a spare double berth), a wall mounted TV (with self seeking satellite which needs reprogramming) and some storage cupboards & shelves.
The galley follows, and utilities comprise of a stainless steel sink & drainer, a 230v fridge with icebox (NEW), a 4 burner gas hob, oven & grill, and a microwave oven. There is plenty of storage space, and a side hatch (with exit steps) adds light and air.
The bathroom is off corridor. The loo is a Thetford cassette (NEW) and the shower is over the bath. The basin is plastic counter sunk over a cupboard.
The next room offers different functions. It is currently made up as a double bed, but this can be changed into a Pullman style dinette, or even two single cross beds. There is plenty of storage under.
The aft cabin is currently configured as a single berth cabin. There is a single bunk, a large wardrobe (with washing machine housed under), and an electrics cupboard. Ideal for as a child’s bedroom, or could be converted into an office or utility room.
Steps lead up onto the semi trad stern deck.
She is propelled by a Barrus Shire 45 (recent service).
Hot water is heated by the engine, the Bubble stove or an immersion heater. 12v is from the bank of 2x 220ah domestic batteries (NEW) and one starter. 230v is from the 1800w Victron inverter (NEW), a 3.5kw Travel Power generator, or landline hookup. SHe also has an 80w solar panel. All the lights are LED.
She is a very presentable boat, ready for immediate occupation.

Thrift – 55′ Semi Trad Measham Narrowboats/Maesbury Marine 2005