Animishkaa a 50ft Semi Trad Narrowboat built by David Piper Boats in 1997. Designed in a forward layout, this 2+2 berth Narrowboat offers a masters cabin aft with a pull-out across width double bed, a bathroom with pump out lavatory, a well-equipped galley and an open planned saloon. Powered by an economical Vetus 4.14 four-cylinder 33hp diesel engine. Cabin heating is provided by a multi fuel stove in the saloon. Hot water is supplied by the engine calorifier. 240V & 12V electrics on board. Last Blacked in 2019, BSS valid to October 2026, Engine last serviced in 2023. Last hull survey 2018. At 50ft she will comfortably take you cruising throughout the waterways network.
General Information
Stern Type – Semi Trad
Builder – David Piper Boats
Fit-out – David Piper Boats
Plating Specification – 10/6/4
Number of Berths – 2 + 2
Number of Cabins – 1
Windows – Single Glazed
Toilet Type – Pumpout
Holding Tank Capacity – 250 approx.
Side Hatch – Yes, X1
Pigeon Box – Yes X1
Insulation – Spray Foam
Cabin Head Height – 6ft 5in
Recent Works
Boat Safety Certificate Expiry Date – 20/10/2026
Last Blacking – 2019
Last Engine Service – 2023
Toilet Replaced – 2019
Last Survey – 2018
Engine Specification
Make & Model – Vetus 4.14
HP – 33
Number of Cylinders – 4
Cooling Type – Keel cooled via a skin tank
Diesel Tank Capacity (L) – 200 approx.
Year – 1997
Bow Thruster – No
Hot Water & Heating Systems
Source of Hot Water – Engine Calorifier
Central Heating – N/A
Multi Fuel Stove – Yes, Morso Squirrel
Water Tank Capacity (L) – 680 approx.
Water Tank Material – Stainless Steel
Electrical Systems & Components
12v – Yes
240v Landline – Yes
Inverter – Yes, Victron 750W
Battery Charger – No
Generator – No
Solar Pannels – Yes, X3
Batteries – 1x Starter 3x Domestic
Interior
Master Cabin
The master’s cabin is located aft and features a pull out convertible across width double berth with two reading lights. A hanging wardrobes, storage cupboard and a chest of draws.
Bathroom
A good size wet room style bathroom with a pump out toilet, shower and a hand basin set in a vanity unit with a mirror above. A pigeon box allows additional light into the bathroom.
Galley
A walkthrough galley with a side hatch to starboard allowing natural light and additional ventilation into the cabin. Breakfast bar with two stools. A surface mounted stainless steel kitchen sink with draining board. A 4-burner gas hob, grill and oven. Undercounter fridge. Ample of worktop surfaces for food preparation with storage draws and cupboards.
Saloon
The saloon has direct access onto the bow well deck which has been fitted with a bow cratch and cover. An open planned saloon with a space available for freestanding furniture and / or a sofa bed providing an additional 2 berths when required. A multi fuel stove is found to port.
