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| ABNB Ltd | |
| North Kilworth Marina, Station Road, North Kilworth, Leicestershire, LE17 6HY, UK | |
| Contact: | ABNB Ltd |
| Telephone: | Reveal Telephone Number |
| Website: | Visit Website |
Successfully selling boats since 1995, ABNB's constant aim is to provide the standard of service of yesteryear which is so often missing in today's self-centered hectic lifestyle and our commitment to providing a friendly, professional service is second to none.
Our collective boating experience encompasses all aspects of the cut and it is difficult to envisage an area of the canal world in which we wouldn't be able to offer you constructive advice and support, be it realising your dream or hanging up your windlasses.
ABNB started life as the brainchild of Andy Burnett whilst he was the Technical Editor of Waterways World, the popular magazine still at the forefront today. In the early 90's brokers would only sell boats that were taken to their sales base but many vendors were reluctant to abandon their pride and joy, even though they were selling. ABNB pioneered and perfected selling boats from their home moorings which enabled the vendors to participate in the sales process, an opportunity welcomed by many. As the business grew, Crick Wharf became the home of ABNB, enabling boats to also be sold from Crick.
ABNB moved to purpose built offices within North Kilworth Marina in 2021 providing a one-stop shop for buyers and sellers.
Each boat offered on brokerage includes:
* A very detailed and unrivalled 4-page colour brochure, with a scaled line drawing of the boat
* Dedicated page on our website, www.abnb.co.uk
* An individual detailed display in our North Kilworth offices
* Coverage in National publications
* Individual feature display at Crick Shows
Potential buyers can:
* View the sales brochure on-line or receive a copy in the post
* View boats at North Kilworth seven days a week, 10.00 am to 4.00 pm
* View any outlying boat (by appointment only)
* Contact ABNB for impartial advice
* Secure a boat with a refundable deposit (an admin fee will be retained)
* Be confident by using an ABYA Accredited Broker (see www.abya.co.uk)
* Be secure in the knowledge that ABNB operates a separate Client Account
Please visit our website www.abnb.co.uk for more information, including useful boating related topics such as the 57' myth, the Recreational Craft Directive and the Boat Safety Scheme.
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Aqualine boats are always highly sought after and we are delighted to present Scallywag to the market.
She was used as a demonstrator before being purchased by the current, and only owner, and has been used minimally.
As such, not only is she presented in immaculate, as new condition, she is loaded with extras such as a leather upholstery upgrade, quartz worktops, washing machine, 4G wifi system, chrome pack, navigation lights, wrap around stern cushions, engine panel upgrade, engine upgrade... read more 
Iolanthe was built and fitted out by the well respected Simon Piper, son of David Piper, who during the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s had a strong following with even the earliest examples still being enthusiastically sort after. Simon carried on the family tradition after his father’s retirement in 2001.
Accommodation is spacious, with the saloon having space for free-standing furniture to be added.
The galley has space and plumbing for a washing machine and is also equip... read more 
The impressive interior of Dakota is instantly recognisable as the work of craftsman Anthony M, and features a bright, contemporary feel, utilising top quality materials and joinery throughout. With one set of careful owners, Dakota has been kept in good condition with a regular maintenance schedule.
She has great liveaboard potential, with a 3kW inverter/charger, landline, diesel central heating to cast iron style radiators, solid fuel stove, immersion, quadrant shower, pump-out wc, perma... read more 
Cumbria Narrowboats may not be a name that instantly jumps to mind
in the narrowboat building industry but their cabinet making skills are
the product of years of experience; neither are their design ideas in
question as seen by the low level LEDs for mood lighting and as
courtesy lights at night.
The boat has a light and airy ambience throughout with a range of materials that complement each other creating a crisp comfortable contemporary feel. The full width shower room houses a quadrant... read more 
Although built in 2015, Lady Ruth has been well maintained by her only owner and is presented to the market almost like new.
She is built in the popular REVERSE layout, with the galley at the aft and a private master bedroom at the fore.
The fit out throughout is in vinyl covered plywood with oak framing to create a clean, light and modern feel.
She has been a comfortable floating home for the past 8 years and benefits from plentiful storage throughout, including ingenious under-bed ... read more 
Distinctively a Stoke-on-Trent boat, including elegant lines and additional features to give a traditional style and pleasing handling characteristics. The fine josher style bow is enhanced by a good number of rubbing guards and rivets which extend along the hull sides.
The cabin superstructure is in superb condition having been re-painted in April this year by Colin Dundas in 2-pack epoxy paint. The hull sides and 12mm bottom was blacked in 2-pack epoxy in September this year, with six ne... read more 
Nearly all modern narrowboat shells are built from steel, but some are built from aluminium, with Sea Otter in their time being the clear market leader. They are distinctively different in many ways, but especially for their low maintenance needs, particularly that any hull paint coating is purely cosmetic, hence removing the need for dry docking and blacking.
Silver Lining is fitted out in the popular REVERSE style layout. Stepping in from the cruiser stern, she has a 16ft saloon, ready for... read more 
Built from aluminium, Adagio is another well designed and built boat from Sea Otter, who were the market leaders in aluminium craft in their time. The use of aluminium means that hull maintenance needs are low and the below water paint is for cosmetic purposes only.
The internal fitout is to the usual Sea Otter standard and delivers what you need with a well specified equipment list cleverly fitted in a small space. An inboard diesel engine, a combined gas fired blown air heating unit with s... read more 
Built by her first owner, a professional boat fitter, as shown by the level of quality and neat design ideas. She is set-up to cruise, with the beefy Lister JP3, boasting low engine hours since being rebuilt, matched to a hydraulic drive with Crowther Propeller to make the most of the power.
There is also plenty of power in the hydraulic bow thruster that can be continuously operated, making manoeuvring easier than some shorter boats. An added bonus of the hydraulic drive is the higher headr... read more 
Colecraft have been building steel narrowboats for nearly 50 years and have always been favoured by many professional boat fitters. Demesne was fitted out in oak by her first owner who was a professional joiner. She has been a proven liveaboard for the past fourteen years with the thoughtful design providing plenty of storage, particularly in the aft bedroom, where you will also find a washing machine.
The accommodation is currently for two, but with room in the saloon for free standing f... read more 
Roger Fuller (Five Towns Boatbuilding) has, without doubt, built some of the finest traditional style narrowboats afloat and is well known for his meticulous attention to detail.
Anna of the Five Towns (named after a novel by the Stoke author Arnold Bennett) is the very first shell that he built, fitted out by his father-in-law, Stan Clements for their own use.
The Boatman's cabin is traditionally scumbled and painted with Knobstick roses and castles by Roger Fuller.
Propulsion ... read more 
If you can’t quite make up your mind which style of narrowboat shell, trad or semi-trad, would suit you best, well this boat could provide the perfect answer.
Nina has a large sliding rear hatch which covers the semi-trad deck, allowing seating for the crew to accompany the steerer on sunny days, but when the weather is not at its best it can be closed leaving a small hatch for the helmsman.
A cratchboard and cover has been removed as they were showing signs of age, but are availabl... read more 
Mr David has a quality fit-out from a multi-prize-winning builder that has, as with other Warble boats, clearly stood the test of time. Built in 1999 to the owners specification to suit their liveaboard needs, Mr David offers the perfect balance of attractive traditional features within a high quality and functional living space.
There is a large 420Ah bank of batteries at your disposal, charged by the trusty Beta engine and the onboard 2kW Mastervolt inverter and 40A charger, which should ... read more 
This stylish shell with recessed aft panels and hull side rivets is from Gary Gorton who was noted for both his neat detailing and strong construction methods used. Fitted out by Ron Hunt using oak plywood in a floating cottage style, complete with Welsh dresser in the saloon.
Central heating is by gas boiler to radiators with additional warmth from the solid fuel stove in the saloon, and a second stove in the Boatmans cabin – you will certainly not be cold on this boat! A full widt... read more 
Megan is a full length, traditional style narrowboat from the well respected Steve Hudson. The interior is in oak and dark hardwood, creating a timeless feel and is to the usual Hudson high standard, with these boats always being highly sought after on the second hand market.
Megan is ideal as a family boat with a permanent double bed, a make up double on the Pullman dinette and three single bunk beds. The lower bunks also convert into a further double, with the starboard one converting, if ... read more 
Built by two very well respected companies in a compact size, if you are looking for an uncomplicated boat with lower running costs this may be the one for you.
Accommodation is for two with a permanent double in the aft bedroom, with a make-up double in the saloon available for overnight guests. The shower room houses a pump-out wc, washbasin and shower, and the galley has the usual LPG cooking facilities and an under counter fridge with cupboards and shelving.
Cabin warmth is by die... read more 
G& J Reeves and Black Prince are two well known and respected names in the inland waterways industry with Reeves enjoying a reputation as builders of fine narrowboat shells.
Ex hire boats are always sought after, especially for family and friends ownership, as they are suited to group holidays more than residential use. Umbrellas is typical of such craft, providing adaptable accommodation for two couples or a couple & two children. They are especially popular with those wishing ... read more 
Jonge Freerk is a historic 1903 Dutch Barge, originally named Martha. She was built by two brothers in Sneek in the Netherlands as a commercial sailing Skutsje. Around 1924 she was converted into a leisure barge and owned by a famous Dutch missionary, Father Freerk Kamma. She has nicely balanced lines, constructed of riveted iron and steel and a condition survey from May 2023 is available to read.
Stepping onboard the large aft deck, which is covered by a removable canopy, steps lead down in... read more 
A distinctive professional fit-out with trademark Braidbar detailing throughout, this is a boat that has it all including a choice of second toilet; pump out or cassette! With only two owners from new, she was designed and used as a liveaboard by the first owners, with features including diesel central heating backed-up by cosy solid fuel, a compact freezer and space for a full size washing machine.
Should you wish, the solid fuel stove could be replaced by a diesel stove, with separate pip... read more 
Built in 1996 by Mick Cull and fitted out by the first owner to a professional standard using oak throughout, Waka Huia is perfectly set up for liveaboard life and for the past ten years has been used for continuous cruising in the summer months and then lifted out on to hardstanding during the winter.
She is REVERSE layout, with galley and dinette at the aft, a beautiful art deco style bathroom midships, bedroom and forward saloon. The galley has solid oak worktops, Belfast sink, fridge, ... read more 
The well proportioned shell was provided in 1995 by Gary Gorton, renowned for his quality of steelwork and high standard of finish. She was later registered in 1997 and fitted out by the 2nd owner, Dave Stack.
Propulsion is by a fabulous sounding Kelvin J3 vintage diesel engine, originally fitted in a Scottish salmon tug and rebuilt 10yrs ago. Heating is currently by solid fuel stove (to be repaired prior to sale), although radiators and plumbing is in place for a boiler to be installed. ... read more 
Evans and Son may now not be a name familiar with many (they were producing shells in the 90’s), but the principle builder was Mike Heywood and his family connections led to the current recognised name of Tyler Wilson boatbuilders.
Malcolm Till (aka Associated Cruisers) created a commensurate fit-out using oak ply and dark hardwood framing.
With one careful owner from new, Habibi has been a comfortable boat for two over the years. There is scope to make changes in the saloon to pro... read more 
An opportunity has arisen to get afloat and start enjoying our glorious inland waterways with this compact, well constructed narrowboat. An understated yet durable fit-out by Sirius Marine Services has all the facilities you will need for year round cruising, including diesel central heating with the addition of a solid fuel stove to provide plenty of heat for the cabins.
Corky is fitted out in the popular REVERSE layout with the saloon at the aft and the master bedroom at the fore. The l... read more 
This semi-cruiser stern narrowboat gives you the best of both worlds, an aft deck with taff seats forward of which is a protected area for crew members/guests to congregate.
The interior is fitted out in a modern style with painted surfaces complimented by oak panels and solid trim. There is a bright and airy ambience created with the help of four sets of side doors and a skylight. Festina Lente’s huge galley provides a copious amount of worktop, storage cupboards and drawers ideal f... read more 1 Pages: 1