For Sale 'Grande Culo', 60ft by 12ft Dutch Barge style wide beam, Built 2018 by Soar Valley Boats and fitted out by Andrew Taylor, Classed as cat C, powered by a Beta Marine 115Hp Diesel engine (only 670 hours from new), Lewmar Bow Thruster, 800w solar panels for leisure batteries and 240w solar panels for heating batteries. 5 Berths. This is a well appointed vessel with entry via the fully collapsible wheelhouse, which is very light and spacious with seating round the stern and a dining table, along with the helm, which then leads into the main cabin. As you enter the main boat, the... read more

60’ x 12’ steel Dutch Barge, equipped for off grid living or hook up to shore.... read more

Beautiful Barge “ luxury motor” 18.30 m (19 m with the dinghy) offered for an interesting and correct price. The casco was build in 2001, fully finished and ready to sail in may 2017 for his maiden trip. This ship is ideal for living on board or for a long stay, discovering Europe or just a nice day on the water. As soon as you see the ship, the sturdy design immediately catches your eye. The result is a robust ship that feels very solid. This ship was built for the proverbial eternity. The comfort on board is the same as on shore, you don’t have to sacrifice a... read more

Lady Sue is 19.81m x 4.27m Piper 65M dutch barge and has been our permanent live aboard home since her launch in May 2012. She crossed the channel into France in November 2012 and has extensively cruised the French waterways. High specification, exceptional condition and has been meticulously maintained.... read more

Parbold is a 70 ft x 14.6 ft steel hulled Barge/Houseboat. It was built in 1936 by Harwood, WJ & Sons, Northwich. For many years it transported grain on the Leeds to Liverpool canal. It never had an engine as Parbold was horse drawn. It is included on the Historic Ships register as it was the last commercial horse drawn barge to retire in 1961. Parbold was bought and reconditioned as a floating home in the late 90’s and has been at its current home at Packet Boat Marina since then. At that time, its hull was reconditioned and double hulled. In 2017, the year before I purchased it... 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

This 17m Dutch Barge Luxemotor makes a characterful floating home with its desirable, residential mooring in South Dock Marina, Surrey Quays. The boat has been renovated externally and internally over the last few years although there is some work remaining to finish it off. The kitchen and living area is finished off with new appliances including electric oven and two burner hob and modern LED lighting. There is a multi-fuel stove along with a TV snug under the bow that also serves as a second double bed. The aft cabin is a good size but the ensuite bathroom requires some work to finish it... read more

Currently moored at Castelsarrasin on the Garonne Canal this beautiful live aboard barge was first launched in Belgium in 2015. The steel hull was built by Soar Valley Boats in Nottingham and fitted out by its designer/owner to a high standard, with a strong regard for safety and serviceability. It will cruise the whole of the French Canal system without the inconvenience of taking down the wheelhouse for tunnels and bridges. Two double en-suite cabins. Open plan kitchen/living area, with double sofa bed for extra guests. Large wheelhouse/dining room with double doors opening on to rear d... read more

Koopmanswelvaren is a former commercial barge trading in dairy produce through the Dutch dykes and canals which has been converted to a comfortable attractive boat to cruise all European waterways. The boat has a 2 berth cabin , saloon and wheelhouse both of which have seating to convert to beds to accommodate 6 people if required. The boat has a rear deck and seating with bimini covering where we spend most days. The boat has undergone extensive refurbishment including redoubling the hull, new windows , shower, electrical rewiring. The hull was inspected in 2014 for insurance and no further... read more

Boatshed London are delighted to offer this 20m Dutch Barge for sale with London mooring on the river at Chelsea Harbour. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a berth and boat in a superb location at a fraction of the price of some of the barges in the nearby area. Totally refurbished in 2013, this vessel offers both comfortable living and the opportunity to cruise UK and European waters. The age of the hull is unknown (estimated 1930's, constructed with riveted steel) is reported to be in good condition in a survey in 2015. The modern deck and superstructure follow the classic design... read more

Parbold is a houseboat barge for sale on a residential mooring at Packet Boat marina. Her mooring is particularly attractive, offering unoverlooked, uninterrupted views of the Grand Union canal with the benefit of all the onshore facilities offered by Packet Boat marina including free, secure car parking. With her vast, open plan, living room and fully equipped kitchen, she is a wonderful home in which to relax, work or entertain. Two double bedrooms are provided, one very large and the other capable accommodating a standard double or childrens bunk bed. A smart bathroom with shower complet... read more

Balder is an historic Humber Keel Barge, with some fascinating paperwork to show this. She is fully functional as a vessel, with a survey dated 2019 available. Balder is an ideal size for living on and is not too large to make navigation a chore. Fully fitted out and ready to move on to, Balder has: Large galley in the wheelhouse. Main double cabin. Second cabin. Large living room. Beautiful bathroom with bath. Utility room / workshop area. Decent sized engine room. Covered stern deck area for outside living. Currently lying in a residential mooring in Faversham, this mooring is ... read more

Freycinet barge shortened in 2014. European certificate valid until 2025. Nice size for life on water. Some painting, fitting out and finishing work to be done. The terrace is spacious and very pleasant. The entrance to the boat is from the terrace. The interior offers a large kitchen, a pleasant and comfortable lounge, a patio and a cabin with a central double bed. From the wheelhouse you have access to a bathroom and a room to be fitted out. Come and meet us at the boat show in St Jean de Losne on 29 and 30 April 2023 or from now on, in our offices open from Monday to Saturday.... read more

Spes is a traditional Luxemotor 21.00m x 3.87m built in 1924 at Aphen unde Rhien. She worked as a bunkering barge in Dordrecht harbour for many years, before arriving at Erith where she was used for fishing trips. First converted in 1982 and has since been a family home with multiple refits. Spes has made 7 channel crossings, has cruised extensively in France and Belgium, as well as the Thames and Grand Union Canal in UK, and is now moored at Canal de Garonne, midway between Toulouse and Bordeaux. Fully equipped for living aboard and/or extensive cruising.... read more

This beautiful 1924 Dutch barge has been recently converted and "Anny" offers exceptionally comfortable and stylish living space. One double bedroom with dressing room and a further single bedroom/study. Under floor heating, diesel-powered central heating and a wood burning stove. Fully fitted kitchen with induction hob and oven. One bathroom with shower and roll top bath. Laundry cupboard with washer/dryer. Attractive sun deck from which to enjoy the fresh air and views of the river and skyline. No VAT or stamp duty are payable but you must have an alternative postal address. The la... read more

Dutch clipper built in 1906, & converted in approx 2010 with River Thames residential mooring in London near Kew Gardens. Cavernous hold with open plan saloon & galley with 3m headroom; 2 double cabins forward, bathroom. Aft cabin - self contained accommodation with sleeping cabin, saloon & bathroom - original wood paneling, Ford 6 cylinder 120hp diesel. wood pellet stove - new 2022. West London... read more

Dutch clipper built in 1906, and converted in approx 2010 with River Thames residential mooring in London overlooking Kew Gardens. Cavernous hold with open plan saloon and galley with 3m headroom; 2 double cabins forward, bathroom. Aft cabin - self contained accommodation with sleeping cabin, saloon and bathroom - original wood paneling, Ford 6 cylinder 120hp diesel. Wood pellet stove - new 2022.... read more

22M by 4.5M Dutch Tjalk Sailing barge, sleeps 8 on residential canal mooring near Uxbridge with broadband (phone line) and Sky satellite TV, 16 meter mast replaced in Faversham at £7,000 using new 10mm stainless rigging (£1,000), it needs a Jib sail and a rope to sail. Priced to sell following a bereavement and now having retired 3 years ago to live on a Greek island. Built in 1927, we are reluctantly selling our home of 27 years, a Dutch barge of 22M that you can move straight into. Current boat safety certificate. 2 double bedrooms, 2 single bedrooms, sofa in the main lounge has ... read more

Boatshed London are delighted to offer this attractive 21m Dutch Barge for sale. Originally built in 1910 and offered with a hull survey from 2018, this barge offers the next owner the flexibility to keep things as they are as a comfortable two cabin, liveaboard barge or alternatively, invest in creating a wheelhouse and putting your own stamp on the barge. The hull is in good condition and this would make it a good option for someone looking for a well-priced base for their project. The current layout incorporates two cabins, one in the separate aft cabin section and one in the bow. Th... read more

This 26m Thames Lighter Barge offers a whole host of opportunities both to put your own stamp on and to change to a slower pace of life. Located in a secure Boat Yard with mooring costs of £370 pcm (water included and electricity based on usage) and Council tax of less than £100 pcm, the views over the River Deben are what dreams are made of. As the tide rises and falls, every day brings something new. As does the opportunity to develop this boat further. On deck level she is fully set up to enjoy spacious living and the fantastic panoramas, including a full kitchen, recent windows, and ... read more