For sale here is my beautiful 50ft Dutch Luxe Motor barge built in 1928. The boat is currently on a CRT mooring in East London and will be coming out of the water in the next few months, where I will be finishing some remaining bits including having it blackened. The exterior was stripped back to bare metal and repainted in 2020 in a light grey and white colour scheme. The boat is 15m long, 3.7m wide and features an open-plan galley/living area and a bedroom with solid oak flooring throughout as well as a separate bathroom. Here are some more stats: Power: - Egine: DAF 575 105HP... read more

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to own the Barge DOLFIJN, which boasts an exceptional location within Tarbert Harbour, overlooking the marina in the charming fishing village of Tarbert, Loch Fyne, Argyll. This unique barge is a true gem. It offers four luxuriously appointed bedrooms, each with high-quality ensuite facilities. The rooms are bright and airy, featuring stunning feature windows and glass portholes on the starboard side of the vessel, which provide breathtaking views. In addition, guests will have access to convenient amenities such as flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee... read more

Boatshed Essex are delighted to feature this delightful Sailing Barge, packed with history, modernisation, comfort and performance. Built in 1905, by Humphrey and Grey, in iron, she was a bonded, spirit barge, mainly carrying tea (unrigged). She had sweeps to navigate on the tides fitted, also with a rudder and tiller steering. From 1958 she became one of four training barges for, Lightermen on the River Thames, during which time she had a new bottom and rubbing band. During the 1970's, the vessel was converted to a swim head sailing barge, with budget stern, a gaff rig, including shrouds ... read more

Jonge Jan is a 39 ft barge, 118 years old. She is being sold as a project boat. Engine runs beautifully. Blacked 2021... read more

Hoop Op Welvaart is a 1907 Dutch Tjalk completely renovated to an extremely high standard over the last 8 years living aboard. No expense spared and was to be our forever home but ever growing family has reluctantly forced the sale. Sailed over to the UK in the late 80's this Tjalk has lived an interesting life and was once a working Sailing Barge delivering various goods around the coast of Holland. Tonnage book and some old documents are still with her. Self sufficient with wind turbine, 1Kw solar PV and thermal water, 9Kw Burner with back boiler to thermal store. Perfect size f... read more

Introducing “Damselfly”, a beautifully renovated 1910 Tijlke Dutch Barge. Crafted from robust steel, this 46ft length and 10ft beam boat showcases a blend of historical charm and modern refurbishments. Located London, England, “Damselfly” has been meticulously maintained and offers a touch of luxury without compromising its classic style. This vessel offers four berths, making it a perfect waterfront dwelling or a vacation haven. Its hull was last blackened in 2021 and remains in good condition, a testament to the upkeep and care that it has received over the years. ... read more

Built in 1949 in Alphen in Rjin, traditional flat bottom trapezoidal hull. She has been refitted 2016 to a very high standard with double glazed hardwood picture Windows, 75mm spray foam insulation to walls and ceiling with 50mm insulated panels under the floor, heating from a multifuel Lilyking stove. T&G timber planking to the ceiling, solid Oak shelving to the wall / door in the lounge. Two bedrooms, one super king size bed, the other two single beds stacked to form double option when required. Open plan galley & lounge, fully furnished with lkea sofa and table with space saving s... read more

For Sale 40ft by 8ft Tulip barge. Hull originally built 1880. Converted to a live on board in the 1970s Professionally over plated (date unknown: hull survey sings its praises) Recently plated above waterline to under the gunnel by P&S marina. Boat is solid and would last another 100yrs if looked after. Mercedes OM 636 engine. New head gasket 2020. Engine fully serviced. Starts every time. On the first go. TWO new batters one for starter motor and the other for the bow thruster Blacked July 2021 and March 2022 - with 4 new anodes (also by P&S marina) BSS (Boat Sa... read more

Maria Advert Maria was built in Holland in the 1930’s as a cargo carrier, a Kagenar barge. In the 1970’s she was converted into a live-aboard. We found her in Holland in 2012 and brought her back to UK for a full refit. We’ve been live aboard boaters for over 20 years now and have made sure she is built to last. The hull has been over-plated, regularly maintained and blackened, she is insulted thoroughly and has just had a full freshen up. She is a great boat for someone to enjoy and gets plenty of positive comments from passersby. Maria has a living / dining area... read more

This renovated 1918 Dutch Barge encapsulates the epitome of elegance and grace, offering a unique opportunity to navigate the waterways in style. This boat has been fitted out to a very high standard with no expense being spared. Further refurbishments to include hardwood decking on the roof is currently taking place. Hull survey last completed in August 2022. Hull is in good condition with thicknesses exceeding 0.5cm throughout and only some very minor pitting around waterline. Blacking was also carried out in August 2022. Additionally, a boat safety certificate was obtained in February... read more