Beaver 23 Deluxe 1989

1989 Beaver Deluxe restored & partially refitted in 2008 by ourselves and since then substantially upgraded by the present owner.There has been a substantial amount of internal relining carried out including the underside of the cabin roof thus adding to the boat’s thermal insulation. Under floor insulation is also fitted.

The interior is now a modified version of our standard 4 berth boat comprising a forward saloon, a central galley, a toilet/shower zone, and a 2 berth rear cabin.

The forward saloon has twin dinette tables (seating 4 persons), demounting at night to form either 2 singles or large optional double ( 5” wide x 6’ 4” long). There is ample storage below seating. A recent “Goodmans” stereo radio/CD player is installed close by.The central galley comprises a 2 burner hob, grill and a separate “Caribbean” oven, a s/steel sink & drainer with a “Paloma” instantaneous water heater above (which is flued to the exterior). There is a pull-out drawer at floor level. Opposite, is a worktop with an Electrolux 60L. gas-powered fridge below (which is B.S.S. compliant.) Under fridge is another pull-out drawer. There is also a removable work top which attaches to the forward bulkhead for extra work surface, extending into the saloon cabin on the left-hand side.
Aft of the galley are the shower compartment & enlarged toilet, the doors of which inter-lock to create a “bathroom/dressing” space across the centre of the boat. A “porta potti” (and a spare) is included.

The shower currently doubles-up as a wardrobe/storage area with hanging rail and two lift-out shelves.

The rear cabin has two single berths, 6ft 3 long, converting to double-across at night if required. The entrance step is a substantial box with a hinged lid, which would be ideal as a tool box. There is the usual cavernous under-cockpit storage space for folding bikes, aluminium chairs etc.

Over one rear berth there is an ingeniously fitted pine dresser top providing high level storage for books./maps etc. Over the other berth is an extra clothes hanging rail.

Space heating is from a “Thermex” catalytic heater.

Fluorescent lighting is fitted throughout the boat. Halogen reading lights could easily be added. There are recent curtains & cushions in the saloon, and a hard wearing cord carpet is fitted throughout. All soft furnishings are in very good condition.

Two extra windows have been fitted , making it a very light & airy boat.
The 150L. water bag under the bow bunk has been recently replaced.
A new 125A/hr sealed battery has been fitted in 2011

Petrol & gas are stored in the outside safety lockers. The engine is a 1990 tiller steered electric-start 4-stroke YAMAHA with a high-thrust propeller, good electrical charging and is reported as running well.

The tiller has a removable brass extension and brass securing pin, giving the boat a “trad. narrowboat” flavour.

Low-level stainless steel grab rails are fitted to the deck at the bow.

The centre section of the rear hand rail is removable, making access easy when boat is on the trailer.

Rope-rings are fitted to the centre of the roof, making for easy handling.

The gangplank/seat which spans the rear end of the cockpit is fitted with a removable upholstered cushion.

Price includes all usual navigation equipment and numerous extras. (inventory available)

Boat Safety Cert to: 2013

A twin-axle, fully galvanized trailer ( M.G.W. 2600 kgs.) is included in the sale, and comes with all operational equipment including a spare wheel. (The vendor may separate the trailer if requested).

 

In short, this is an opportunity to acquire a well-fitted, well-equipped 4 berth Wilderness Beaver 23, trailboat package.

This craft is expected at our Chelworth workshop shortly, early viewing is recommended. A prior phone call would be appreciated Tel. 01666 577 773