Description

Built by Mike Haywood in 1990, Duchess represents a fantastic opportunity to step straight into the UK liveaboard lifestyle.

Designed with long-term cruising in mind, she features an expansive main living area complemented by a second rear cabin—perfect for guests or a home office. At the center of the vessel lies her vintage JP3 engine housed in its own traditional central cabin. Modern conveniences include a Sterling 1800W inverter and a low-maintenance stainless steel water tank.

Following a 2024 survey, Duchess was freshly blacked, fitted with eight new anodes, and had all minor repairs attended to.

Specifications

Accommodation

HEADROOM - 194CM in centre

LIVING
Sofa Bed
Corner Unit with shelves
Carpet
Morso Stove with Tiled Surround
Spacious

GALLEY
Vanette 4 burner hob
Vanette Oven w/ separate grill
24V fridge
Tiled Worktop with Wood Trim
Roof Hatch
Good Storage
Vinyl Flooring

BEDROOM
Double Bed
Storage under bed
2 x Large Double Wardrobe

BATHROOM
Pump Out Traveller Toilet
Stainless Waste Tank
Sink with Cupboard Under
Bath with Shower over
Vinyl Flooring
2 x Mirrored Cupboard

WATER/GAS
Stainless Steel Water Tank
Jabsco Water Pump
Paloma Water Heater
x2 13kg Gas cylinders

REAR CABIN
Single Bed / Seating
Fold Down Table
Stove
Wooden Flooring

ELECTRICAL
24V Starter (x2 12V) Battery
24V Leisure Batteries (x4 12v)
Sterling 1800W Inverter
Sterling Battery Charger
Shoreline Socket
12V and 240V Sockets
Overhead and wall lighting

HEATING
Morso Squirrel w/ Back Boiler
Stove in Rear Cabin
Mikuni Diesel Heater
Polystyrene Insulation

MAINTENANCE
Surveyed - Sept 2024
Last Blacked - Sept 2024
8 Anodes + Pit Welded - Sept 2024
BSS Expires March 2030

Engine(s)

Lister JP3 (1944) engine with twin alternators and Parsons gearbox.

Disclaimer

These details are given in good faith but no guarantee is given or implied. Purchasers must satisfy themselves as to the condition and suitability of this vessel. We recommend that a qualified surveyor is employed. The Ashby Canal Centre are agents for this boat on behalf of the owner

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