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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.
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 Crick Wharf office
* Coverage in National publications
* Individual feature display at Crick & IWA Shows
Potential buyers can:
* View the sales brochure on-line or receive a copy in the post
* View boats at Crick Wharf seven days a week, 9.30 am to 5.30 pm
* View any outlying boat (by appointment only)
* Contact ABNB for impartial advice
* Secure a boat with a fully refundable deposit (up to the point of contract exchange)
* Be confident by using an ABYA Accredited Broker (see www.abya.co.uk)
* Be secure in the knowledge that ABNB operates a ring-fenced 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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Even after all these years, it still amazes me that you can go on some boats and think how have they managed to have room for all these facilities in a shell this size – and this is one of those boats! Remember its just 55 feet 2 inches long, comfortable, an easy to handle size for the whole system, and yet it has a saloon of over 16ft in length with both a freestanding sofa bed and separate dining table with chairs. Calliope has just about everything you need to comfortably enjoy cruisi... read more
K T Muggins underwent a re-fit in 2014 producing the boat you see today. In the same year she also had a complete repaint externally. She has all her internal woodwork painted in light colours to produce a bright, easy to care for cabin. The bedroom is situated at the rear of the boat and has a clever drop-down double bed concealed behind doors, which when in daytime mode, creates a large open space, but quickly folds down to reveal the comfortable cross bed. The galley has the usual cooking... read more
7ft 0in cruiser stern narrowboat for sale with 4 berths: permanent double, double on dinette; shower, cassette wc; compact diesel central heating; gas cooking, 12V fridge/freezer; 2.7kW inverter. The first owner purchased this boat as a shell from Shropshire Boats with the intention of fitting it out for his own use. Since completion of the fit-out and subsequent purchase by the present owner, Kotuku has in fact been used very little, with the engine having run for 729 hours at the time of ABNB&... read more
CONWY 69ft 11in trad narrowboat. £58,000
69ft 11in trad narrowboat for sale with 5 berths: permanent double, permanent single, double on raised dinette; two showers, cassette and pump out wc; solid fuel stove, compact diesel central heating; gas cooking on range style freestanding cooker, microwave, 12V fridge, full size washing machine, 12V freezer; 5kW inverter, bow thruster. Conwy started life as the motor boat to a pair of hotel boats, partnered with butty Caernarfon. During this time, they became well known on the canal system wit... read more
Greylock has been designed with meticulous attention to detail, by her present owner to accommodate a disabled person. There is full wheelchair access throughout the cabin with an electric lift on the aft deck which has ramp access from both port and starboard. The large cruiser deck has sufficient room for all the crew, with a Vetus Follow-up lever which enables the wheelchair user to steer the boat. There is of course the usual tiller steering. Once inside the boat, there are three fixed h... read more
On a trip to Glascote Basin, the first owner placed an order for a tug style boat, with engine and Boatman’s cabin fitted, which he then went on to complete. The boat has been designed for comfort without having to rely too heavily on shore based facilities. A 3.5kW engine driven generator backs up the 2kW Mastervolt inverter/charger and provides ample power for the on-board fridge and microwave, with plenty left over for your own appliances. The saloon is a blank canvas on which you ha... read more
The current owners of September Sunrise have enjoyed a life afloat whilst making modifications and improvements to bring her to the condition you see her today. The onboard inventory makes her ideal for further static residential use, when a landline is available to power the washing machine. However it should not prove too problematic to upgrade the electrical system with a pure sine wave inverter or inverter/charger to make her perfect for extended cruising. At just under 47ft in length, Se... read more
41ft 8in tug style narrowboat with Boatman's cabin for sale with 2 berths: cross double in BMC bed box; shower, pump-out wc; compact diesel central heating, halogen hob, microwave, 230V fridge; 3kW inverter, 7kW engine driven generator. The two well respected names in the boat building industry of G& J Reeves and Blue Haven Marine have come together to create an interesting, good looking, GAS FREE boat. Cooks needs are taken care of by the well thought out galley, which includes a ... read more
Aqualine boats are highly sought after, with the decline of the Polish ship building industry, the time served skilled workforce turned their hand to building narrowboats to consistent quality of steelwork and joinery. Adagio is a well designed traditional boat based on familiar equipment specification that has been tried and tested on Britain’s canals. Cabin spaces are generous, with an 8ft 9in aft bedroom housing a double
bed and ample storage space. Hardwood framed doors with opaque ... read more
Few boat builders have been as successful as Liverpool, their number of shells built will probably never be surpassed, so throughout the years they must have been doing something right. Meandering Mo would make a great boat to begin your life afloat, with a permanent double and a make-up double on the forward L-shape seating, providing sleeping accommodation for family or friends to join you. There is no lack of storage onboard and the open plan central saloon and galley gives a spacious feeli... read more
MIST ON THE WATER 60ft 5in x 10ft 0in wide beam cruiser for sale with 4 berths: permanent double, double on sofa bed; shower, pump-out wc, solid fuel stove, compact diesel central heating; gas cooking, 12V fridge, washing machine; 3kW inverter, solar panels, bow thruster.
Mist on the Water offers luxury and space for you to liveaboard or just cruise the wide inland canals and rivers of England. Modern, yet retaining a traditional air achieved by the use of rich warm light oak offset by cream... read more
The layout and accommodation of Heron makes her perfect for either joint ownership by two couples, a couple wishing to bring guests aboard or as a family boat with two children.
At this point you might be asking what makes her so versatile, well the answer is her clever design with either sleeping area having access to its own separate toilet and washing facilities, the forward of which features a good sized shower.
The saloon has fixed bench seating for two and hinged tables, leaving room f... read more
66ft 7in semi-trad narrowboat with 4 berths.
Onboard features - permanent double, double on Pullman dinette; shower, 2 pump-out wc's; solid fuel stove, compact diesel central heating; gas cooking, microwave, 12V fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher; 2.5kW inverter, solar panels, bow thruster.
Commissioned by the only owners to their specification this semi-trad has proven liveaboard credentials. The REVERSE LAYOUT provides amply-sized conventional cabins plus a second a... read more
59ft 7in trad narrowboat for sale with 4 berths: permanent double, double on Pullman dinette; shower, macerator pump-out wc; solid fuel stove, compact diesel central heating; gas cooking, 230V combined fridge freezer, washer dryer; 1.3kW inverter, 3.5kW engine driven generator. Bow thruster. Phoebe has a traditional style shell built by the well known and respected Tim Tyler, complimented by a splendid Braidbar fit-out. The trusty Beta Marine engine and hydraulic bow thruster will make cruising ... read more
How many boatbuilders can trace their production back for over 45 years, well Peter Nicholls can. He started out in a factory basement in Redditch before moving to Napton and subsequently to Braunston where they now build luxury steel motor yachts. Along the way they have built slipper-stern inspection launches, low freeboard tug style cruiser and traditional narrowboats. Alice is an early example which has had just two owners, the present one for only a short time and are now selling due to ... read more
RAINBOWS END 37ft 10in cruiser stern narrowboat for sale with 3 berths: permanent double, single on L-shaped settee; quadrant shower, macerator pump-out wc; solid fuel stove; gas cooking, 12V combined fridge freezer. Built in 2007 by Cauldon Boats with a shell from the well respected Piper Boats.
They say good things come in small packages and this is certainly the case with Rainbows End. Just think of some of the pluses - ease of finding mooring spots in popular places, and then there’s... read more
Amongst traditional narrowboat aficionados there is one manufacturer always held in high regard, of course here we are talking about Hudson boats that were built at Glascote Basin in Staffordshire. The Hudson formula includes long under water swims for excellent handling, their own distinctive ‘josher style’ bows, with nice little traditional features like a cabin top stop beam and bulkhead rings. This example replaces the more usual windows with portholes, which create a cosy cabi... read more
58ft 1in semi-trad narrowboat for sale with 4 berths: permanent double, double on sofa bed; shower, pump-out wc; diesel stove, compact diesel central heating; gas cooking, 12V fridge; 3kW inverter. Few boat builders have been as successful as Liverpool, their number of shells built will probably never be surpassed, so throughout the years they must have been doing something right. Originally the boat was completed by the first owner, but in recent years some re-modelling has taken place. Origina... read more
SCYTHIA 56ft 11in trad narrowboat for sale with 4 berths: double in Boatmans cabin or single lengthways, double on raised Pullman dinette; shower, pump-out wc; solid fuel range, compact diesel central heating; gas cooking, 12V fridge; 1.5kW inverter, 6hp bow thruster.
The owners wanted a strong name for a strong boat and settled on Scythia (pronounced sih-thee-a), which is the area where the mythical warrior women were said to originate from.
The Scythian women are known to have fought, ... read more
54ft 11in trad narrowboat for sale with 2 berths: permanent double; shower, cassette wc; solid fuel stove, compact diesel central heating; gas cooking, 12V fridge; 3.5kW engine driven generator, 0.6kW inverter & 2 small inverters which plug into 12V sockets. On our approach to Blackden Gem, her shapely traditionally styled, well proportioned shell was a pleasure to behold. Stepping aboard, the pine tongue and groove internal lining has mellowed to a golden hue and gives a timeless fe... read more
THE STOKER 68ft 2in trad £68,000
68ft 2in trad narrowboat for sale with 4 berths: permanent double, double on Pullman dinette; shower over bath, pump-out wc; solid fuel stove, solid fuel range, compact diesel central heating; gas cooking, 12V fridge, 12V freezer, washing machine; 3kW inverter, solar panel; bow thruster. 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 r... read more
RANA 60ft 0in semi-trad narrowboat for sale with 4 berths: permanent double, double on L-shape dinette; shower, pump-out wc; diesel boiler; gas cooking, 12V fridge, 12V freezer, portable twin tub washing machine; 3.1kW inverter, solar panels.
Marque Narrowboats produced a shell with superb lines and style, a very clean finish and lots of traditional detail, such as scrolled aft cants and a scribed aft deck, other details not often found are the barley twist handrails in the well deck and rai... read more
TAEGAN 62FT 2IN Semi Traditional £58,500
A ready to cruise boat that has the ability for you to stamp on your own identity. The current layout features three berths in two cabins, either end of the boat. Each sleeping area has its own shower, washing and toilet facilities adjacent. The large central saloon, at over 12 feet is perfect for the addition of extra fitted or freestanding furniture, such as comfortable leather chairs. Eating is at a choice of one or two hinged tables complete with folding chairs, or you could dine al fres... read more
With a shell from Tim Tyler, part of the Tyler/Wilson dynasty, you are not only getting a well proportioned, good looking boat but one that will swim superbly as well. Although this boat is of traditional profile the design of the stern could be described as the best of all worlds. A large hatch incorporating a smaller one, slides forward to give the equivalent space of a semi-trad boat, thus allowing crew members to keep the steerer company. There is also a ‘pram-type’ cover whic... read more
New in 2013, Meander has certainly had a very easy life as can be seen by the internal condition and the low engine hours. With a cabin length of 50ft and only four berths (the forward saloon sofa bed could also accommodate two children), this is a very spacious boat indeed. When two couples are cruising together, each have access during the night to toilet facilities without disturbing the other crew members, with the aft master bedroom having what could be described as an en-suite. The cook ab... read more
A distinctive feature of Maude is the pram cover over the semi-trad deck, that will keep both the steerer, crew and the deck itself protected from the elements. This sheltered area along with the cratch covered well deck can provide ample space for the dry storage of items outside the interior cabin. The pram cover also has the benefit of having removable side panels that allow the deck to either be partially open (as seen in the above photo) or completely closed off. The interior has been fitte... read more
56ft 4in trad narrowboat for sale with 4 berths: permanent double, double on Pullman dinette; shower over bath, pump-out wc; solid fuel stove, compact diesel central heating; gas cooking, microwave, 12V fridge; 1.6kW inverter, solar panel. With a shell from the well known builder G& J Reeves, an internal fit out by a reputable company, Aynho Wharf Boat Builders and a rugged Barrus engine you have all the makings of a well appointed boat. Internally well maintained by her owners means she ... read more
Originally built and fitted out by Harborough Marine, Wet Wair has had a change of name (originally Ruby), and has had a considerable amount of money spent on a complete internal re-fit and external paint job by her current owner. This has created an open plan, REVERSE LAYOUT boat with the forward cabin converting from a second seating area into a bedroom. If family or friends come aboard, there is the added double bed on the converted Pullman dinette. The rear saloon is great for relaxing in fr... read more
JAYNAR 48ft 4in trad narrowboat for sale with 4 berths.
Permanent double, double on convertible bench seat; shower, cassette wc; solid fuel stove, diesel blown air heater, gas fired radiant heater; gas cooking, gas fridge; 0.8kW inverter.
Jaynar is an opportunity to purchase a narrowboat based on a sought after Colecraft shell, at a price that should not break the bank. If you are a keen on DIY, there is great scope for improvement as time goes by, the aft utility cabin was originally mea... read more
For the savvy buyer an ex-hire boat can make a great purchase. Tame Valleys shell was built by G& J Reeves before going on to be fitted out by Valley Cruises. During her time in the hire fleet, she has benefited from an exceptionally high level of maintenance, including cabin re-paints and engine servicing. The current layout of eight berths in four separate cabins, includes a permanent double and four singles (which can be pushed together to make doubles), not forgetting yet anothe... read more
LUCY 49ft 7in Cruiser stern £46,000
Starting out as a lined sailaway by Hixon Boats, Lucy was purchased by her first owner, who unfortunately was unable to carry out much work. Along came the second owner who proceeded to fit her out to a better standard than many so called professional boat builders. She has been well maintained throughout her life with regular engine servicing and blacking, with an out of the water inspection in 2016 at Tooleys boat yard in Banbury showing no more than half a millimetre pitting anywhere on th... read more
Not all ex-hire boats lend themselves well for private ownership, but Thames Valley is an exception. In her 58ft length, her versatile accommodation will sleep up to six, with the permanent double bed in its own separate cabin with an attached en-suite. As this is at the rear of the boat, the bed goes crossways under the semi-trad deck, so makes her 6ft 3in in length. The en-suite is tastefully fitted out with tiled surfaces and granite worktop, (the same can be said for the main shower room)... read more
ALLEXTON HALL 59ft 0in trad narrowboat for sale with 4 berths: permanent double, double on Pullman dinette; shower, pump-out wc; solid fuel stove, compact diesel central heating; gas cooking, 12V fridge; landline. If you are looking for an uncomplicated boat on which to escape the trials and tribulations of modern life, you may have to look no further.
Allexton Hall is powered by a Lister 4-cylinder engine and is ideal for holidays with accommodation for four, suiting a couple with two guests.... read more
70ft 2in trad narrowboat for sale with 4 berths: permanent double, double in bed box; shower, pump-out wc; compact diesel central heating; gas cooking, microwave, 12V fridge, washer/dryer; 1kW inverter, 3.5kW engine driven generator. Obviously 70ft boats give superb spacious accommodation and Luskentyre II is certainly no exception. On entering the boat from the fore end, the combined saloon and galley stretch for over 25ft, allowing room for a comfortable settee, separate freestanding gateleg t... read more
69ft 11in plus hinged fender cruiser narrowboat for sale with 8 berths: permanent double, 4 singles, double on L-shape seating; 2 showers, 2 pump-out wc's; compact diesel central heating; gas cooking, 12V fridge; 1,5kW inverter. Built in a cruiser style, Charis, for the first three years of her life did sterling service as a hire boat before passing into private hands. She is equipped with a robust Isuzu diesel engine with 330Ah of domestic battery power, which is maintained by a bank of so... read more
Nightingale was previously operated as a hire boat in the Napton Narrowboats fleet, one of Britain’s premier hire companies, so will have been consistently maintained, including a replacement engine in 1999, before her retirement in 2008, when she passed into private ownership with engine servicing carried on at regular intervals. On entering her cabin, adjectives like cosy and homely spring to mind, traditional rose and castle panels contrast nicely with the soft furnishings. Whilst not... read more
The superb steelwork is by Jonathan Wilson (part of the Tyler/Wilson dynasty), famed not only for their good looks but equally for their handling qualities. The stylish shell features little extra details, such as a cabin top stop beam, scrolled cants & handrails. Beneath the steerers feet is the trusty Barrus engine with a fitted 3.5kW engine driven generator, perfect for powering the washer/dryer. The light cheerful interior is in a combination of painted surfaces with hardwood trims... read more
Stenson Boatbuilders, based at Midland Canal Centre, were involved in the sphere of constructing narrowboats for the canal leisure sector longer than most, they began in 1986. Bluebell is a versatile boat with four berths, a master double with interior sprung mattress in the forward cabin leaves sufficient space for a good sized wardrobe, whilst the saloon’s bench seating quickly converts to a second double when required. The central saloon next to the galley in this REVERSE layout is ha... read more
Reflections was bought as a sailaway by her first owner who commenced the fit-out, but before finishing, he sold her on to the second owner who then went on to complete the interior to the standard you see today. Ownership then transferred to the present owner in 2018, who then upgraded the engine and gearbox to a brand new smooth running Beta B43 with a PRM 150 gearbox, both professionally fitted. In May of 2019, Reflections was fitted with the striking red ‘pram-type cover to protect t... read more
Talisman is an early example of the fine quality of boats produced
through the partnership of Braidbar Boats and the steelwork of
Tyler Wilson, a partnership that continues to this present day and
owes its success to the pairs exacting standards of detail and finish. Talisman would make an ideal boat for the purposes of taking short or long trips (or even as a liveaboard), capable of exploring the whole waterways system as she is just under 57ft long so she should prove an easy boat to handle... read more
Pathfinder has distinctive josher style bow, low deck, portholed elevation, replica rivets, pigeon box and signature bulkhead rings packed into her just under 62ft length. There is a Beta 3-cylinder engine situated in its own engine room forward of the Boatman’s cabin, both of which are traditionally scumbled and painted. You may not have considered a boat of this style but it has many benefits, in inclement weather steering is a real pleasure with the warmth of the range at your feet an... read more
THE LADY HANNAH 56ft 0in cruiser narrowboat for sale with 4 berths: permanent double, double across bench seats; shower, pump-out wc; solid fuel stove, compact diesel central heating; gas cooking, 12V fridge, washer/dryer; 3kW inverter, solar panels.
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. Sea Otter boats are distinctively different in many ways, but especially for their low maint... read more
Desiderata is not your run of the mill narrowboat. The shell is by Jonathan Wilson, but tradition ends here. On entering the cabin through the forward doors, you will be amazed by the sight that meets your eye. There are virtually no straight lines anywhere to be seen.
The curvaceous, sweeping leather clad sofas lead to the exceptionally well equipped galley, with its Corian worktops, washing machine and dishwasher.
Being a GAS FREE boat,with ceramic induction hob. Cabin warmth is provided t... read more
The steel shell of Taw Valley was built by long established and well
respected G& J Reeves before being fitted out in durable, hardwearing oak and easy to clean surfaces.
Being an ex-hire boat, Taw Valley with up to five berths in three cabins, is ideal for family boating or with friends, featuring a semi-trad rear deck and well deck, both having seating.
The galley should bring a smile to the face of the cook with separate eye-level oven/grill and hob with worktops either side of the ... read more
CASSON 57ft 3in Oakmoss Ltd/G& J Reeves Trad Isuzu 4LC38 diesel; Berths: 2+2; Built: 2002
When looking to purchase a canal boat, the name Reeves keeps popping up and you might ask why. The simple answer is, they have always built excellent, quality shells with good looks, not only being skin deep as they also have a fine underwater section allowing them to swim effortlessly.
At 57ft in length Casson should prove easy to handle for just two people, and with a smooth running Isuzu ... read more
57ft 6in narrow beam Dutch barge narrowboat for sale with 4 berths: permanent double, double on raised Pullman dinette; shower, cassette wc, cassette wc and washbasin in separate cabin; solid fuel stove, gas central heating; gas cooking, 12V fridge, full size washing machine; 1.8kW inverter, 6hp bow thruster, 3.5kW engine driven generator. Built in 2000 by Piper Boatbuilding, and fitted out by the owner to a very high standard. Attention to detail is exemplary in this REVERSE LAYOUT boat, with h... read more
50ft 1in trad narrowboat for sale with 5 berths: double on L-shape dinette, double on Pullman dinette, single bunk; shower, cassette wc; solid fuel stove, gas central heating; gas cooking, 12V fridge; landline. Renvyle II has been owned by the same family since new, and she is now reluctantly being sold due to insufficient time for her to be enjoyed. This go-anywhere length boat had a full re-fit in 2001 and provides plenty of storage. There are two sleeping or seating areas, with the shower roo... read more
GONE BUSH 69ft 10in trad narrowboat for sale with 4 berths: permanent crossbed double, double on Pullman dinette; shower, pump-out wc; diesel stove, compact diesel central heating; electric cooking, 230V fridge, 230V freezer, washer/dryer; 2kW inverter, 7kW cocooned diesel generator.
Jonathan Wilson has a reputation for fine lines and this shell is no exception, move inside to the well executed fitout by the equally well known Fernwood and together you have a very well equipped luxurious boat.... read more
BLUE MISCHIEF 60ft 0in semi-trad narrowboat for sale with 4 berths: permanent double, double on Pullman dinette; shower, pump-out wc; solid fuel stove, compact diesel boiler, gas cooking, microwave, 230V fridge, washing machine; 3kW inverter.
The semi-trad deck is great for sociable cruising and as the seats are fitted with custom-made cushions, it is an ideal spot to sit and watch the world drift by. There is also the added benefit of a cover over the well deck with hinged cratch board. In th... read more
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