Step into the world of comfort and elegance with Doreen Marjorie, a rare gem in the narrowboat community. At 58 feet, this one-owner vessel combines classic charm with modern amenities, making it a standout choice for those seeking both style and practicality in their waterborne adventures. With its reverse layout, advanced features, and spacious living areas, Doreen Marjorie is perfect for both extended cruising and comfortable liveaboard living.
Doreen Marjorie is more than just a boat; it’s a floating home with a wealth of features designed to enhance your experience. The boat’s reverse layout ensures a smooth flow from stern to bow, maximizing living space and functionality. Powered by a robust Isuzu 38hp engine, this narrowboat offers reliable performance whether you’re navigating tranquil canals or tackling longer journeys. Recent upgrades include a new Webasto heating system installed in 2022 and a solid fuel stove added in 2020, ensuring cosy warmth throughout the year. A substantial 900-litre water tank provides ample resources for extended stays, while the full pram covers at the cruiser stern and the full cratch cover at the bow protect you from the elements, enhancing your cruising comfort.
The galley aboard Doreen Marjorie is a chef’s dream, featuring a well-appointed kitchen space designed for both practicality and style. The integrated 4-burner gas hob with a separate oven and grill allows you to prepare meals with ease, while the full-size Bosch washing machine, microwave, and LG fridge ensure you have all the modern conveniences. The separate freezer provides extra storage for your provisions. A spacious stainless-steel sink and drainer make clean-up a breeze, and the extensive range of worktops, along with high- and low-level storage cupboards and drawers, ensure you have everything you need within easy reach.
The lounge area of Doreen Marjorie invites relaxation and leisure. A new Morso multi-fuel stove adds both warmth and a touch of elegance, creating a cosy atmosphere perfect for unwinding after a day on the water. The space offers ample room for a freestanding sofa or armchairs, allowing you to customize the area to your taste. Generous storage solutions ensure that your belongings are neatly organized and easily accessible.
The large L-shaped dinette is a highlight of the interior, offering a fully upholstered seating area that converts into a full-size double bed. This versatile space not only provides a comfortable dining area but also serves as additional sleeping quarters when needed. The dinette is designed with ample storage beneath, making it ideal for keeping your living space clutter-free.
The bedroom of Doreen Marjorie is designed with comfort and practicality in mind. The full-size cross-bed can also be used as additional seating, offering flexibility for various uses. Two wardrobes provide ample hanging space, and additional storage options ensure that all your belongings are neatly stowed. Glazed twin doors lead to a spacious cratch-covered well deck, featuring bench seating and storage lockers below, including space for bowthruster electrics.
Doreen Marjorie features two well-designed bathrooms that cater to your needs. The cloakroom, conveniently located at the bottom of the cruiser stern steps, includes a cassette toilet and a hand wash basin, along with ample storage. The main bathroom is a "walk-through" design, featuring a full-size quadrant shower with a glazed pivot door, a cassette toilet, and a wash basin over a vanity unit. A pigeon box above ensures excellent ventilation, while a large mirror and generous storage options complete this functional space.
Crafted by Heron Boats, Doreen Marjorie boasts a hull that was professionally repainted in 2020, ensuring it not only performs well but also looks stunning. The meticulous finish and attention to detail reflect the high standards of craftsmanship.
The thoughtful reverse layout of Doreen Marjorie starts from the stern and moves towards the bow, encompassing a cloakroom, galley, dinette, saloon, bathroom, and bedroom. This arrangement enhances the flow and usability of the space, making every area easily accessible and functional.
Doreen Marjorie is a rare find in the narrowboat market, offering a blend of luxury, practicality, and timeless appeal. With a little care and attention, this vessel will continue to be a highly desirable boat, ready to offer you countless memorable journeys. Contact us today to arrange a viewing and experience the unique charm of Doreen Marjorie for yourself!
Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these specifications, no guarantee is given or implied as to their accuracy. These particulars are intended only as a guide, and they do not constitute a term of any contract. Lakeland Leisure Estates Ltd advises prospective purchasers to obtain an independent survey from a qualified Marine Surveyor to satisfy themselves as to the condition of the craft.
