The Salamander Hobbit is widely considered the gold standard for compact marine heating. Specifically designed for vessels where floor space is a premium—such as narrowboats up to 45ft and small barges—this small but mighty solid fuel stove delivers a robust 4.1kW heat output. Its beautiful cast iron construction and elegant lines offer a classic aesthetic, but underneath its traditional shell lies a highly efficient, DEFRA-approved engine. This ensures that you can legally and efficiently heat your cabin, even when moored in strictly regulated Smoke Control Zones.
Unrivalled Versatility for Off-Grid Living
What makes The Hobbit truly unique is its level of versatility. It can be customised to suit almost any off-grid lifestyle; options include an integrated side boiler for domestic hot water, a stainless steel cooktop for basic galley tasks, and specialised heat shields to allow for safer, closer installations in tight corners. For those performing a full galley refit, the Hobbit can even be configured as a secondary burner alongside a larger solid fuel cooker. Its multi-fuel capability means you have the flexibility to burn seasoned wood or smokeless coal depending on your availability and preference.
Professional Installation and Kit Options
At Marine Heating Solutions, we make upgrading to a Hobbit effortless. Our OFTEC-trained engineers provide professional Salamander Hobbit installations that meet all Boat Safety Scheme (BSS) standards. We recommend our Salamander Hobbit Narrowboat Stove Kit, which bundles the stove with a premium boat stove flue kit and a professional safety certificate. Plus, for the Winter 2025/2026 season, we are offering free installation on this kit—and don’t forget you can further reduce your costs by using our stove trade-in deals.
Free Installation Offer Winter 2025/2026
We are offering free installation for all narrowboat stove kits between the 15th of November 2025 and the 15th of February 2026. See individual appliance listing for boat stove kit prices. Email us for details.
Salamander Hobbit Narrowboat Stove Kit:
Includes Salamander Hobbit Boat Stove, Stainless Steel Flue Kit, and Safety Certificate.
Hobbit SE Narrowboat Kit: £1730.00 including free installation Winter 25/26
Hobbit Narrowboat Kit: £1680.00 including free installation Winter 25/26
Salamander Hobbit Boat Stove Only:
Hobbit SE: £785.00
Hobbit: £730.00
Optional Extras:
| BSS guideline-compliant twin-wall insulated flue kit, with elbows if needed. Stainless – £950.00; black – £1150.00 |
| 500mm Flue Starter Pipe £53.00 |
| Solid Fuel Appliance Safety Certificate – £59.00 |
| Coal Bars (allows more coal to be loaded and stacked in the firebox) -£30.00 |
| Brass Fittings (Stainless As Standard) – £47.00 |
| Brass or Chrome Airflow Wheel – £18.00 |
| Brass or Stainless Gallery Rail – £75.00 |
| Stainless Steel Cooktop (Not compatible with Gallery Rail. Moves Flue Exit To Rear Of Stove) – £140.00 |
| Salamander Extended Hotplate – £105.00 |
| Side Boiler Left or Right – £225.00 |
| Heatshield Left, Right, or Rear – £75.00 |
| Rear Flue Wedge (Not compatible with rear heatshield. It saves space compared to a flue bend with a rear flue exit configuration.) – £90.00 |
| Salamander Hobbit Top Door Colour – £42.00 |
| Salamander Hobbit Bottom Door Colour – £30.00 |
| Salamander Hobbit Air Flow Wheel Colour – £12.00 |