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CHRISTABELLA

Overview

Beautifully presented 57ft cruiser stern narrowboat built by S Jackson & Sons and fitted out...

Beautifully presented 57ft cruiser stern narrowboat built by S Jackson & Sons and fitted out by Blue Water Boats. Featuring the ever-popular reverse layout, Christabella has been lovingly owned and lived aboard from new, proving herself to be a fantastic liveaboard or leisure boat.

✨ Spacious galley with Corian worktops
✨ Pullman dinette converting to extra berths
✨ Cosy solid fuel stove and Webasto central heating
✨ Stylish bathroom with quadrant shower
✨ Spacious bedroom with king-size extending bed

Perfect for exploring the waterways with family and friends.

Key Details

Length/beam 57ft No. of berths 2+2
Stern type Cruiser Engine Canaline 38
Hull builder S Jackson & sons Last service June 2026
Fit out Bluewater Boats Blacking 2021 – Two pack epoxy protection
Year 2021 Boat safety January 2029
Steel spec 10/6/4 Recent survey N/A
CIN number:GB-LYMJB047H919
CRT number527796
License numberTBC
Previous ownersOne
Engine service historyJune 2026 (service history available)
Boiler service historyDecember 2024
SurveyN/A
Blacking2021 – Two pack epoxy protection
Anodes4 – New at blacking
Documentation availableBSS/Various user/installation manuals
Draft24in
Internal headroom6ft 4in (centre)
Saloon

16ft – including dinette

Galley10ft 1in
Bathroom6ft 1in
Bedroom10ft
  
EngineCanaline 38
Hours2378
GearboxPRM 125D2
BowthrusterFitted with tube only
WeedhatchQuick release under rear deck
Diesel tank capacity180 litres approx.
Extra/notes 
Central heatingYes – Webasto feeding 3 radiators plus towel radiator
Solid fuel stoveYes – Hamlet 4KW
Source of hot waterEngine, Webasto & immersion heater
Water tankStainless steel
Water tank capacity240 litres approx.
Extra/notesN/A
AlternatorTwin 75Amp & 175Amp
Batteries1 x starter Vetus lead acid & 4 Vetus 120Ah AGM’s
Lighting12V LED lights throughout 
Inverter/charger 1500W inverter & Victron 80Amp charger
Landline socketStern
Galvanic isolatorYes – Victron
Extra/notesVictron solar panels 3 x 175W controlled by Victron MPPT controller
Gas bottles2 x 13kg stern lockers
AppliancesCooker only
Extras/notesN/A
InsulationSprayfoam
BallastEngineering bricks
CeilingWhite painted ply with oak trims
Cabin sidesOak faced ply
Hull sidesOak faced ply 
FlooringOak effect vinyl
Side doorsYes – opposite dinette
WindowsCombination of single glazed windows & port holes 
Extras/notesDouble glazed hatch & bow doors
Documentation available:BSS cert/various user & installation manuals
SALOON
Seating/furniturePullman dinette with 2 armchairs
Dinetteyes – Pullman style
  
GALLEY
CookerDomino 2 ring hob & Thetford eye level oven/grill
Fridge/freezer12V Shoreline undercounter fridge & 12V freezer
MicrowaveYes – 800W
Washing machineYes – Available via separate negotiation 
Extras/notes 
BATHROOM
ToiletVetus macerating pump out toilet
Waste tank capacity200 litres approx.
Bath/ShowerQuadrant shower with glass screen
Vanity basinYes – with vanity cupboard & mirror
Extras/notes 
BEDROOM
Bed4ft 6in fixed double with 6in insert extension to 5ft (kingsize) 
DinetteSee saloon
Extras/notesDouble wardrobe, 3 drawer stack, overbed cupboards & underbed drawers
TVSaloon 24in Smart TV – By separate negotiation
CoversSide hatch cover 
  
Navigation equipmentVarious 

“PLEASE NOTE: The Boat Brokers are acting as Brokers only. Whilst every care has been taken in their preparation, the correctness of these particulars, is not guaranteed. They are not intended to, and do not form any part of any current or future contract. Prospective purchasers are advised to have an independent survey carried out by a qualified marine surveyor prior to completion of purchase.”