Barataria is an all steel 40ft cruiser stern Narrowboat built in 1984 by Springer Engineering. Designed in the popular reverse layout, this Narrowboat offers a galley aft, a saloon with an L shaped dinette, a walk-through bathroom with pump-out toilet, and the convertible master cabin is found forward. Powered by a BMC 1.5 four-cylinder diesel engine. Cabin heating is provided by multi fuel stove in the saloon. Hot water is supplied by a Paloma instant gas hot water heater. 12V electrics onboard. Last Blacked in September 2022. Boat Safety Scheme Certificate valid to October 2025. Engine oil and filters last changed in 2022. A charming Narrowboat boating in character, ideal as a starter boat or a cozy liveaboard. Barataria is ready to view at Pyrford Marina, please call the team to arrange a viewing onboard.

General Information

Stern Type – Cruiser

Builder – Springer Engineering

Fit-out – Springer Engineering

Number of Berths – 4-6

Plating Specification – 5/5/3

Number of Cabins – 1   

Windows – Single glazed, aluminium frames top hopper opening windows

Recent Works

Boat Safety Certificate Expiry Date – 04/10/2025

Last Blacking – September 2022

Last Engine Service – 2022

Engine Specification

Make & Model – BMC 1.5

HP – 32

Number of Cylinders – 4

Cooling Type – Keel, via an external skin tank

Diesel Tank Capacity (L) – 150 approx.

Hot Water & Heating Systems

Source of Hot Water – Paloma

Multi Fuel Stove – Yes

Water Tank Capacity (L) – 450 approx.

Electrical Systems & Components

12v – Yes

240v Landline – N/A

Inverter – N/A

Battery Charger – N/A

Batteries - 1 starter 60ah, 1 domestic 115ah   

Galley

Entering the boat via the stern doors leads into a cosy cottage style cabin with pine tongue and groove panelling. A compact galley is found aft and features an Electrolux gas powered fridge with ice box, a Bush four burner gas hob, grill, and oven. Stainless steel kitchen sink with draining board. Useful under gunnel storage compartments ideal for pots, pans, and cooking utensils etc.

Saloon

Positioned to port features an L shaped dinette. This area can be converted to form a 4ft wide double bed, providing extra accommodation for crew. Storage is found underneath. A unique multifuel stove on a tiled hearth provides heat to the cabin during the cooler months, ideal for all year-round cruising. Opposite a wardrobe with shelves and hanging space inside.

Bathroom

A walkthrough bathroom with a Pump-out toilet. Opposite a separate shower.

Convertible Master Cabin

The forward cabin has direct access onto the bow well deck. Port and starboard bench seating converts into a comfortable across width king-size berth with storage found below the starboard seat. Alternatively this space can be used as bunk beds which can sleep four crew.