Frouds Bridge Marina | |
Frouds Bridge Marina, Aldermaston, Tadley, Berkshire, RG7 4LH, UK | |
Contact: | Matt Stroud |
Telephone: | Reveal Telephone Number |
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£52,000 Per Vessel | | |
Status: | Available |
Location: |
Frouds Bridge Marina Berkshire UK [View Map] |
Swan of Cookham is a beautiful 55’ Thames Inspection Launch built in 1999 with a Reeves of Knapton hull. This vessel is very much a typical Thames inspection launch and features a wonderful open bow deck and the classic ‘slipper stern’. Swan of Cookham has recently been refurbished by the current owners and ready to go.
Vessel name: | Swan of Cookham |
Constructed: | 1999 |
No. of engines: | 1 |
Engine model: | Barrus Shire |
Fuel type: | Diesel |
Length over all: | 55' |
Beam: | 6' 10" |
Fuel capacity: | 175 Litres |
Surveyed 2022
Blacked 2022
Anodes 2022
BSS 2024
The hull of the boat was built by G&J Reeves in 1999 being well maintained still looks to be in good shape. The hull itself was blacked and painted in 2022 along with new anodes all round. The exterior cabins are in good order with little sign of rust and blistering. Inside the vessel has been recently updated throughout with painted walls, change of galley cabinets and layout as well as a new shower room.
Starting forward the bow deck is a lovely space that on a nice day with the covers rolled up will provide a great area to eat meals or entertain. If the weather turns the covers (which are in good order) can simply be rolled down to keep you out of the elements. The area has comfortable cushions and a removable table. Under the seating there are 2 stainless steel water tanks.
Moving aft through the glazed double doors you step into the saloon area. You will immediately notice this is a large space with loads of light thanks to the 6 large windows that is typical of an inspection launch. The windows all open and can be easily removed for cleaning or simply to allow more air and feel closer to the environment. On the port side as you walk in there is the old wheel and controls used to be cupboard. The mechanisms and cables are still in place should the new owner wish to reinstate the traditional wheel. On the starboard side is another cupboard and an area for a TV with Aerial point. Further into the saloon there is a sofa that converts down into another 2 berths.
The well apportioned galley is next. The galley layout is practical space with a built under Thetford Duplex, top mounted 4 burner hob, black glass sink and drainer and a free standing LEC fridge/Freezer. This layout not only provides ample worktop space but also gives a large amount of storage from your pots and pans and room for a microwave. On the Starboard side you will notic
e the large side hatch which when open gives both air and light into the space.
Further aft is the showeroom. In this space you will find a large shower cubicle which has been recently fitted, along with wall mounted glass fronted cupboards and a ceramic sink/vanity unit and a pump out toilet. The showeroom has a porthole to provide extra privacy.
Moving aft again we move into the bedroom. Again like all the other spaces in the boat is a good size and provides plenty of storage. There is a fixed double with mattress with storage underneath. Also under the bed you will find the calorifier and the toilet tank. Another bonus to the bedroom space is the floor to ceiling wardrobe and separate dressing table, mirror and cupboard space underneath.
Next we move into the trad stern style engine room. This is a nice tidy engine room space which has been well boarded yet easy to get to everything without needing to take everything apart. There is a wall mounted storage cupboard also which contains all the bits you need to maintain the boat.
Finally we step out onto the ‘slipper’ style stern, and whilst this is a trad style back end there is a large deck to stand and manoeuvre the boat.
The inside was fully refurbed during 2023 and includes :
(1) new laminate flooring throughout
(2)New washing machine
(3)New kitchen cupboards
(4) New black glass 4 burner hob
(5) New black glass kitchen sink and mixer taps
(6) new LEC 12v fridge freezer
(7) New shower cubicle and rain shower
(8) New bathroom basin
(9) New bedroom mattress
(10) New folding sofabed
Eberspacer diesel heater
2kW invertor
NOTE:
In this transaction we are acting as Brokers only. We are informed that this sale is not related to the Owner’s business, trade or profession. Whilst every care has been taken in their preparation, the correctness of these particulars is not guaranteed. The particulars are intended only as a guide and they do not constitute a term of any contract. A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check the particulars and where appropriate to have the vessel fully surveyed and inspected, water trialled and opened up".
Note: Indicated location is approximate general area only.