Probably a daft question, but does a Trad stern boat offer more internal room, or is this merely negated by the engine being 'inside' the boat as opposed to under the stern?
Also, can you get Trad stern boats with a 'reserve layout' or do all, by defination, have a boatman's cabin,followed by engine room etc?
Maximum space is important to me when I come to purchase my first narrowboat, which will also be my home.
Any thoughts on the pros and cons of both stern types would be appreciated.
Cheers
David