Description

Parentis is a beautifully maintained 59ft traditional narrowboat built in 1999 by renowned boatbuilders G& J Reeves, with a high-quality Kingsground fit-out. Designed for both comfortable liveaboard living and extended cruising, this six-berth vessel combines craftsmanship, reliability, and charm in equal measure.

Currently moored at the picturesque Great Haywood Marina in Staffordshire, the boat offers the opportunity for the new owner to take over a sought-after mooring (subject to marina approval) and immediately enjoy life on the water in one of the most desirable locations on the Trent and Mersey Canal network.

Recent maintenance includes full blacking and shot blasting (March 2024) with three coats of Hempatex, and a Boat Safety Certificate valid until March 2027 — making Parentis fully prepared for her next adventure.

With a warm, homely interior, six berths, a well-equipped galley, and heating via Eberspacher central heating, she’s ideal for family cruising, couples, or those seeking a peaceful liveaboard lifestyle.


The galley is well equipped and provides all the facilities you’d expect for a comfortable stay. A Vanette oven and grill with a separate four-burner gas hob make cooking simple, while a Shoreline fridge and a 12v freezer (new in 2023) ensure plenty of space for provisions. A microwave adds convenience, and the stainless steel sink with draining board sits neatly alongside generous worktop space. Thoughtful storage has been built into the galley, with cupboards, shelving, and even a wine rack, ensuring everything has its place.

The lounge offers a relaxed and homely setting to unwind after a day on the waterways. Wall units and shelving provide both storage and display space, while a swivel chair with matching footstool adds a touch of comfort. Additional cupboards are also built in, keeping the living space tidy and practical.

Dining is made easy with the L-shaped dinette, which comfortably seats three to four people around the table. When required, this area cleverly converts into a double berth, providing flexible sleeping arrangements for family or guests.

Sleeping accommodation is both practical and cosy. The rear cabin is fitted with a single bed and an additional fold-down single, perfect for occasional use or extra guests. The master bedroom, located at the bow, features a fixed double bed with a wardrobe for storage, cupboards above the bed, and fitted reading lights for added convenience.

The bathroom is well appointed with a Thetford cassette toilet, a shower, and a wash basin set into a vanity unit with storage beneath, ensuring practicality without compromising on space.

With a generous 100-gallon water tank and a reliable layout from stern to bow – starting with the engine room and rear cabin, followed by the bedroom, bathroom, dinette, galley, lounge, and finishing at the master bedroom – Parentis has been designed for easy living afloat.

This narrowboat represents a wonderful opportunity to purchase a well-cared-for vessel with a trusted heritage, offering a comfortable home-from-home for relaxed cruising or longer-term living.

Key features:

Length/ Boat Style: 59ft 2” Traditional Narrowboat

Year: 1999

Number of bathrooms: 1

Berths: 6

Water Tank Capacity: 100 Gallons

Waste Tank Capacity: N/A

Fuel Tank Capacity: 42 Gallons

Hull By/ Fit out by: G+J reeves / Kingsground Narrowboats

Layout stern to bow: Engine room / rear cabin / bedroom

Engine and gearbox: Beta 1903 PRM 150 Gearbox

Engine hours/Last service: Last service: 8/11/2024/ Engine hours: 5500.4

Boat Safety Certificate: Expires 17/03/2027

Last Blacking & type: Blacked in March 2024, Shot blasted and 3 coats of Hempatex applied

Hull thickness: 10/6/4

P/out or Cassette: Cassette

Internal cabin height: 6’6”

Insulation: Rockwool

Last Survey: 2004 when purchased

External Covers: Front cockpit cover

Bowthruster: Vetus Bowthruster

Side Hatches and location: Starboard side adjacent to galley

Batteries: 4 x 110ah domestics and 1 x starter battery

Electric Supply: Shoreline, Engine, Batteries, Interface inverter, Electrolux travel power generator

Galvanic Isolator: No

Hot Water Supply: Calorifier via Engine, Eberspacher

Cabin Heating: Eberspacher, radiators

Central heating type: Eberspacher

Gas Cylinders No+ type: 2 x 13kg Propane gas cylinders

Specifications

Disclaimer

Disclaimer
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.

Location Map