Are Narrowboats a good investment?

Are Narrowboats a good investment?

A narrowboat, or a widebeam boat should be considered as a second home from home, or, perhaps even as a new primary home for some buyers. The purchase of a narrowboat is indeed a large investment, however it’s an investment for your future, with happier and more peaceful times ahead.

Are Springer Narrowboats any good?

The fact that there are still so many Springer narrowboats on the canal system today proves that they were one of the most produced boats until their demise, and proves that even though the hulls were manufactured using thinner steel, Springers are often still very serviceable and reliable after more than twenty years …

Do Narrowboats appreciate in value?

They do have a tendency to depreciate faster than other craft. For more serious cruising, a narrowboat can comfortably cruise with up to 12 people aboard. Very few narrowboats are less than £10,000 second hand, but they do keep their value much better.

What is the best length for a narrowboat?

Generally speaking, a 30-40 foot boat is ample as a holiday boat, whilst a 50 plus foot boat is ideal for extended cruising or living aboard. There is a myth that boats must be no longer than 57 feet long, because some locks have a maximum length of 60 feet.

Is it cold living on a narrowboat?

“Is it cold living on a narrow boat in the winter?” and the simple answer is no.

Are Narrowboats flat bottomed?

A narrowboat is a long and narrow flat-bottomed vessel that has been designed to fit into very narrow channels along the British canal system.

Do boats hold their value well?

In general, boats lose about 36% of their value after 10 years of ownership. Boats lose between 23% and 30% after 5 years and between 18% and 22% after only 1 year of ownership from a new current year purchase. This is considering the boat being properly maintained and kept in good overall condition.

Do house boats hold their value?

Houseboats hold their value – often even rising in price, says Day. “We did an assessment of all the houseboats we’ve sold over the past 10 years and every single one of them had gone up in value, many of them quite significantly.”

How much diesel does a narrowboat use?

Typically, a narrowboat will achieve diesel consumption in the area of 1 to 1.5 litres per hour. If you work on an average of 1.3 litres per hour then you won’t actually be too far off.

What fuel do narrow boats use?

There are many different engines fitted to narrowboats but primarily they are all diesel powered. Even most electric narrow boats will utilise a diesel generator to charge battery banks.

Are Narrowboats insulated?

Narrow boat insulation is used not just for keeping warm in the winter but also for keeping cool in the summer and for reducing condensation from habitation. The main type of insulation found on narrowboats is polyurethane (PU) foam.

What types of narrowboat hulls are there?

Most narrowboat builders specialise in all steel hulls with diesel engines to a variety of styles. Many have ‘off-the-shelf’ standard canal boat styles which usually allow for some interior customisation.

What is a boutique narrowboat?

Boutique Narrowboats designs and fits out luxury boats for its hire company. Now you can work with the design and build teams to create your own exclusive boutique narrowboat within your personal budget. Elton Moss Boatbuilders are part of the Carefree Cruising Group.

Why choose katekate boats?

Kate Boats is a family firm, specialising in quality narrowboats, built to our high standards, fulfilling your design needs. The Northwich Boat Company specialise in bringing you outstanding quality narrowboats at a very competitive price. All of their boats are “Hand crafted in Cheshire”.

Why choose a winch weltonfield boat?

Weltonfield’s boats are build to individual requirements. The use of first class materials, excellent workmanship and modern specialised boatbuilding facilities result in a product that excels but at an affordable price. Prices depend on a number of factors including the length of the boat, materials used, quality and complexity of the fit-out.