I might bare it in mind if I'm in a buying position. I noticed on the nearest marina to my proposed move the annual mooring costs are significantly cheaper between ‘less than 40ft’ and ‘more than 50ft’, which makes me lean towards small perfectly formed as I can stave of cabin fever with a weekend at home.
If you’re going to Norbury then take a look at my brothers boat 'Jenilka' (need to check the spelling though), I think it’s 50ft. I might consider it myself but I'm conscious that it would always feel like his boat and I'd like a reverse layout. I'm sure he would show you around it in person if you'd like. Message me if you'll like to arrange an introduction. Copy of the ad below, I can't seem to attach the word doc with the pictures.
50 Foot Trad, Liverpool shell with professional fitout by Classic Interiors. Starting at the bow, with glazed cratch plate & cover; the lounge is spacious accommodating a diesel Morso Squirrel stove, corner TV cabinet, bookshelf, chair bed & double sofa bed. The “U” shaped galley has ample work surface, a peninsular glass wall unit, overhead locker, Vanette GG7000 oven with matching dark green hob, sink & Taps. Integrated 3-way fridge. The corridor bathroom is fully tiled and comprises of Porta Pottie WC, vanity unit with inset basin, full size shower and an additional double storage cupboard with large mirror over, a really great use of space. Finally the aft cabin with a fixed double bed, accessible storage below, overhead locker and a large double wardrobe. The boat has a 240 V shoreline sockets in aft cabin and lounge and inverter, a BMC 1800 Diesel engine with 1 start & 2 domestic batteries. She carries 2 X 13kg gas Bottles. Her BSC certificate is until July 2015.Crusing Licence June 2014
With 5 berths Jenilka is perfect for friends & family or would make a great liveaboard for 2 people. Late last year all new batteries were fitted & she came out of the water for the bottom to be re-blacked and new anodes were fitted. Priced for a quick sale!