Description
Meet Maude — a truly lovely 56ft traditional narrowboat, built by Mel Davis, and ready to become your ideal home on the water. Beautifully fitted out throughout, she combines classic narrowboat charm with practical, comfortable living space — and with an impressive solar setup, she’s perfectly suited for off-grid cruising and quiet, independent living.
At 56ft long with a traditional stern, she offers generous room without feeling unwieldy. The interior is warm and welcoming, finished with oak cabin sides and thoughtful touches that make it feel like home from the moment you step aboard. There’s accommodation for up to four — a fixed double bedroom plus a dinette that converts easily to a second bed — making her ideal for couples, small families, or anyone wanting space to welcome guests.
The galley is well laid out and fully equipped, with solid laminate worktops, a Statesman cooker, 12v fridge and freezer, plus an AEG washing machine — all the conveniences of home, neatly arranged for life on board. The bathroom includes a shower, vanity basin, and pump-out toilet, designed for everyday comfort.
Maude is built for both comfort and reliability. Power comes from a Beta 43hp engine, and she’s fully set up for year-round living with Eberspacher central heating and hot water, plus a cosy Bubble stove for those cooler evenings. Her electrical system is robust and versatile — 12v and 240v power supplied through a Victron inverter, plus a generator, and four solar panels delivering 2kW — plenty of power whether you’re on the move or staying put.
She has been carefully maintained and is ready to cruise away with you. A fresh 2pac epoxy blacking was applied in 2025, a full survey was completed the same year, and her Boat Safety Certificate is valid until May 2027 — so you can buy with confidence and enjoy the waterways straight away. Additional features include a cratch cover, side hatch, and generous water and fuel capacities for longer trips.
Moored in Warwickshire and priced at £59,950, Maude is a wonderful example of a well-cared-for trad narrowboat. She’s ready for her next chapter — arrange your viewing today and come see what life aboard Maude could look like.