Rowan is a distinctive 58ft traditional stern narrowboat built in 1976 as a replica coal boat, offering a unique blend of heritage character and modern liveaboard comfort. Thoughtfully refitted for extended cruising, the boat has most recently been used as a floating coffee boat on the Upper Lee and Lower Stort, where it traded from September 2024. The extensive refit has created a practical and welcoming living space while retaining many of the traditional features that give the boat its charm.
Entering from the stern, you'll find a beautifully preserved traditional boatman's cabin providing three berths, complete with a solid fuel stove, pull-down table, LED lighting, 12-volt socket, and ample storage cupboards. Moving forward through the engine room, the spacious galley has been fitted with modern soft-close units, attractive beech worktops, a gas cooker, Brita Quell inline water filtration system, electric water heater, stainless steel sink, coffee machine and grinders, three fridges, and a freezer, creating a well-equipped space for both day-to-day living and entertaining aboard.
The dinette and saloon offer a bright and comfortable social space, featuring a single bed/sofa with storage beneath, a pull-up dining table, diesel heater housing, antique display unit, and beech countertops. Natural light pours in through a skylight, while both 12-volt and 240-volt sockets provide flexibility whether cruising or moored. A water tank level indicator adds practicality for extended periods aboard.
Further forward, the bathroom is generously equipped with a three-quarter offset bath and handheld shower, cassette toilet, vanity unit with a stylish glass countertop sink, electric towel rail, storage shelving, skylight, and a convenient 12-volt socket. The master bedroom provides a comfortable retreat with a full king-size bed positioned above a substantial 1,500-litre water tank, alongside under-bed storage, two clothing cupboards, LED lighting, and a range of 12-volt, USB, and 240-volt power outlets.
Powered by a reliable Lister SR3 19hp diesel engine, Rowan has benefited from recent maintenance including a new starter motor, alternator, and silencer, with only approximately 50 hours completed since the last service. Combining traditional narrowboat character, generous accommodation for up to six berths, extensive storage, and a versatile layout, Rowan is a truly unique vessel perfectly suited to life afloat, extended cruising, or weekend escapes on the waterways.
Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these specifications, no guarantee is given or implied as to their accuracy. These particulars are intended only as a guide and they do not constitute a term of any contract. Lakeland Leisure Estates Ltd advises prospective purchasers to obtain an independent survey from a qualified Marine Surveyor to satisfy themselves as to the condition of the craft.
