Description

Manatee – 50ft Traditional Narrowboat

Manatee is a beautifully presented 50ft traditional narrowboat, expertly constructed by Kenfield / A Roberts. Built to a classic traditional stern design and measuring 50ft in length by 6ft 10in in beam, she offers a thoughtful layout with the bathroom cleverly positioned toward the stern — freeing up a wonderfully spacious and private bedroom area, a feature that sets her apart from many comparable narrowboats.

Powered by a reliable Beta Marine 28hp three-cylinder diesel engine with keel cooling and a PRM 150 gearbox, she delivers dependable performance on the water. Her fuel tank holds approximately 40 gallons, while the water tank has a capacity of around 100 gallons — ideal for extended cruising.

The electrical system offers both 12v and 240v power, supported by a Redi-Line AC to DC, four batteries (1 starter, 3 leisure), and a solar panel to help keep everything charged off-grid.

The well-appointed galley comes equipped with a Vanette cooker and a 12v fridge/freezer from The Fridge People, with durable laminate worktops completing the practical yet homely space. Accommodation provides comfortable sleeping for two in a fixed double bedroom, while the walk-through bathroom at the stern features a pump-out toilet, shower, and vanity basin.

Additional highlights include a cratch cover, side hatch — all combining to make Manatee an inviting, ready-to-cruise narrowboat that blends classic charm with modern practicality.

She has been meticulously maintained, with hull blacking completed in December 2025 using 2-pack epoxy and an engine service carried out the same month; her Boat Safety Certificate remains valid until 2030, giving you peace of mind right from the start. She is currently moored in Staffordshire, ready for you to come and view.

Specifications

Accommodation

Accommodation provides comfortable sleeping for two in a fixed double bedroom.

Construction

Constructed in Steel.

A boat is not valued on its age. The age of a boat is irrelevant. A boat is valued based on who built the hull? Who fitted the boat out and what type of materials were used (Hard wood or MDF etc) What equipment does the boat have (Bow thruster, generator, inverters etc) These are just a few of the many factors that equate to the correct value of a boat.

Engine(s)

Powered by a reliable Beta Marine 28hp three-cylinder diesel engine with keel cooling and a PRM 150 gearbox, she delivers dependable performance on the water. Her fuel tank holds approximately 40 gallons.

Certification

BUYERS & SELLERS

When you buy a boat from us you pay all monies in to our company clients trust account which means that the buyers and sellers money is protected. This is the same account that solicitors set up for house sales .This money does not belong to the company it belongs to the buyer until the sale is complete and then we pay the seller from the company clients trust account. We cannot release the money from the Clients Trust Account to the seller until the vessel has been accepted and handed over to the buyer because if there was a fault with the vessel and the buyer refused to accept it and wanted their money back we could not do this because the seller would of already had the money. This could become a very costly and messy problem for all parties.

This money never enters our company current account. This also means that we cannot use customers money for other purchases/reasons. If at any point the company went bust then the buyers/sellers money is safe and it would go back to the rightful owner of the money.

We have had this company clients trust account set up from day one to protect our customers money. This account is a secure holding account. We pay the seller monies due from this account when the buyer has signed to accept the vessel. Payment is made from this account to the seller by cheque from the clients Trust Account which is protected guaranteed funds.

Great Haywood Boat Sales Ltd trading as Nationwide Boat sales are a full member of:

The British Marine

As such we abide by a strict Code of Conduct to protect both the buyer and seller.

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Disclaimer

No guarantee is given or implied with regards to specification but descriptions are given in good faith. All vessels are sold without warranty or condition as to the fitness either expressed or implied by status or otherwise. No appliances or systems have been tested. All measurements stated are approximate.These details are not intended to, and do not, form any part of any current or future contract. In this transaction we are acting as Brokers only. All sales subject to contract.We are relying on information supplied by a third party. All information is given as a guide.Plating thickness cannot be measured during NBS visit while the boat is in the water and is based on information supplied by the owner.A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check the particulars and where appropriate at their own expense to employ a qualified Marine Surveyor to carry out a survey of the vessel.NBS advises that a qualified independent surveyor carries out a full out of water survey for every vessel.

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