FOR SALE: River Angel – Stunning 63ft Narrowboat with Full Residential Mooring
Escape the hustle and bustle of London while still enjoying the convenience of city living with River Angel, a remarkable 63ft all-steel narrowboat. Priced at only £122,000, this boat offers a unique opportunity to own a scenic one-bedroom flat in London’s picturesque waterways. With its beautiful modern design, recent exterior refurbishment, and a full residential mooring, this is an exceptional package that combines the joys of nature with urban amenities.
Mooring and Location: River Angel is moored at Maypole Dock, a private spur off the Grand Union Canal in Southall. The mooring offers idyllic surroundings and excellent transport links. Southall station, just a short 12-minute walk away, provides easy access to Ealing, Paddington, and other destinations through the Elizabeth Line. Additionally, the proximity to the M4 and M25 makes commuting and traveling a breeze. Parking is ample around the dock, and the community spirit among the friendly long-term residents is exceptional.
The Mooring: Maypole Dock has undergone a complete renovation and now boasts a beautiful modern residential district. The dock itself accommodates approximately 28 boats, providing a spacious and tranquil environment reminiscent of countryside living. The residents consist of professionals, tradespeople, and retirees, creating a harmonious and welcoming atmosphere. The dock is fully fenced, ensuring security, and access is through a coded gate. The residential mooring is fully transferable, with a mooring fee of £450 and council tax charged at band A.
Dock Facilities: Maypole Dock offers a range of amenities to enhance your living experience. These include a post room, launderette, toilet facilities, and a sluice. Phone lines can be connected for broadband, Sky, and other services. Currently, mobile broadband is utilized, providing flexibility and convenience.
Boat Details: River Angel has been meticulously maintained and cared for. The boat underwent a comprehensive survey in September 2021, with positive results and recommendations for maintenance. The bottom has a thickness of between 10 and 11mm, while the sides range from 6 to 7mm. A recent boat safety inspection in July 2022 addressed all recommendations and ensured compliance. The boat is equipped with a robust 3-cylinder Perkins engine, providing reliable power and performance. Additionally, the mooring includes a garden spanning the full 63ft length of the boat.
Interior: Step inside River Angel and experience a spacious and inviting living area. The main living space features real oak engineered flooring, oak paneling on the upper walls, and cream carpet tiles under the gunners. The oak double glazed front doors, adorned with new curtains, provide warmth and natural light. Enjoy the ambiance of the wall-hung, remote control electric flame effect fire radiator with color-changing flames and the designer graphite radiator. The dining area features a solid oak extendable table that can comfortably seat four.
The kitchen boasts top-quality cream high gloss doors with oak cabinets and ample storage space. Luxury finishes include 40mm solid oak worktops and a black composite sink. You’ll find a new oven and grill, Hotpoint undercounter fridge, microwave, and an LPG 2-ring gas hob. The utility room offers coat hanging space, a Morco 24 combination boiler providing continuous hot water, and central heating. A Beko 6kg washing machine is conveniently located next to the main toilet holding tank and pump-out pumps.
The bathroom showcases the same oak flooring and features a full-size shower, a manual pump-out toilet, and a ceramic sink on a curved cabinet. New carpet adorns the bedroom floor, which includes a solid pine wardrobe, a chest of drawers, and a lift-up storage bed
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