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FOR SALE: 2016 62' David Bridgeman Cruiser Stern Narrowboat
Fully Off-Grid | ~1.3kW Solar + 800ah Lithium Batteries | High-quality Fit-Out | Liveaboard Ready
Open to serious offers

***At a Glance***

A rare opportunity to own a beautifully maintained and fully off-grid 62-foot cruiser stern narrowboat, built in 2016 by David Bridgeman. Designed for year-round liveaboard or extended cruising, this vessel features a warm, modern interior, high-spec systems, and a wealth of thoughtful upgrades. She has been freshly repainted and re-blacked, with all key components serviced or replaced—ready to cruise or move in immediately. She’s out of the water on hard standing for easy access and inspection and in case of a desired survey.

Highlights
- 1,270kW solar system with 800Ah of brand new Renogy lithium-ion batteries
- Victron MultiPlus 3kW inverter/charger
- Canaline 42 engine
- 62' cruiser stern with easy slide entry hatch
- Morso Squirrel stove + Webasto diesel central heating
- Full-size appliances including dishwasher, washer/dryer, oven, and fridge/freezer
- Separate loo; corner bath & shower
- Handcrafted ash wardrobe and full double sofa bed with integrated storage
- Freshly blacked hull & painted superstructure, 2025
- Passed BSS in May 2025 (valid to May 2029)


***Details***

//Vessel Specifications//
- Vessel type: Narrowboat
- Builder: David Bridgeman
- Model: Cruiser Stern
- Constructed: 2016
- Length overall: 62'
- Hull material: Steel (10/6/5/4mm)
- Fuel capacity: 200L
- Water capacity: 500L
- Holding/wastewater tank: 340L
- Registration: 524088
- BSS: Valid until May 2029

//Engine & Mechanical//
- Canaline 42 engine, PRM150 gearbox
- Twin alternators: 50A starter / 175A domestic
- Regularly serviced; smooth, reliable performance
- 200L diesel tank
- SPX Johnson bilge pump

//Hull & Exterior//
- Hull material: Steel (10/6/5/4mm)
- 2-pack epoxy from new (2016)
- Re-blacked in 2021
- Stripped back and re-blacked with Hempel Pro Blacking in 2025
- 8 new anodes (vs standard 4) for maximum protection
- Entirely repainted superstructure in light/dark blue-grey
- Grippy paint for safer boat operation in rain/ice
- Easy slide stern entry hatch with brass runners
- Integrated security key locking system rather than external padlock
- New fenders (bow, stern, sides) and ropes

//Electrical & Solar//
- Victron Phoenix MultiPlus 12v/3,000VA/120A inverter/charger
- 1,270W solar via 7 roof panels, dual Epever MPPT controllers
- Brand new 800Ah Renogy lithium-ion (LiFePO4), low-temp protection leisure batteries
- Brand new 1x105Ah Aquaflex Marine starter battery
- Merlin SmartGauge battery monitoring
- 240V shore power hookup

//Heating & Insulation//
- Webasto 5kW diesel heater with programmable timer
- Calorifier linked to engine also powers hot water for the Webasto
- Morso Squirrel multi-fuel stove (fully serviced, new glass/seals)
- Spray foam insulation throughout

//Water System//
- 500L stainless steel water tank with MCS gauge
- New Jabsco high-pressure pump
- UK Water Filters tap with new filter line at kitchen sink
- Calorifier linked to engine (free hot water while cruising)

//General Interior//
- Ash-faced ply walls/ceilings, bulkheads with ash finish
- 18mm marine ply floors with herringbone LVT tiles (floor panels lift up to access bilges in 3 locations)
- Cabin head height: 6'10" – unusually spacious for a narrowboat
- 26 LED flush ceiling lights, 6 LED wall sconces
- Cool white LEDs in kitchen; warm white/yellow elsewhere

//Living & Dining Area (15ft+)//
- Full height shelving and cupboards
- New sofa bed (pulls out to a standard double, 4’6’’), with integrated storage
- Birch gateleg dining table (recently Danish oiled)
- TV aerial & internet antenna

//Galley//
- Full-size Belling gas oven with grill + JSI hob
- Integrated Bosch washing machine/dryer
- Integrated, full-size Kenwood dishwasher
- Brand new Shoreline 12v fridge/freezer (89L/29L)
- Soft-close drawer units, Holywell ivory framed cupboards
- Under-cabinet and interior cupboard lighting
- Solid birch kitchen trolley/worktop
- Hanging rails, spice racks, knife strip, wine rack

//Bathroom & WC//
- Separate rooms for bath/shower and toilet
- Corner bath with new Mira shower and Whale Gulper pump
- Porcelain Vetus macerator loo (pump-out) with 340L TekTanks waste tank
- Gobius Pro waste tank sensors + Bluetooth monitoring
- Charcoal filter fitted on exhaust pipe to neutralize odours
- Vanity unit + wash hand basin

//Bedroom//
- Handcrafted sofa bed (pulls out to a standard double, 4’6’’), with brand new, custom made Boat Beds UK mattress & under-bed storage
- Wall lights, USB ports, TV aerial, radiator

//Storage Room//
- Full-length, handcrafted ash wardrobe with hanging rail + shelving
- Additional half-height wardrobe with shelves
- Roomy and flexible for use as office, storage, dressing room, workshop, studio, or additional bedroom


***Summary***

This boat has been meticulously maintained and upgraded, designed for off-grid living without losing the creature comforts of life on land! Whether you’re looking to cruise full-time, live aboard, or simply enjoy high-spec holidaying on the waterways, she offers a premium experience. We are sadly selling due to emigration abroad after a couple years living aboard her on the waterways! She has truly been an incredible boat for us.

Viewings, inspections, and surveys welcome. Boat is currently on hard standing for ease of inspection and/or surveying. Following purchase, lift back into water already paid for.

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