The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Dutch Barge 26.5m Houseboat

Unrivalled mooring in Chelsea
£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  202655
  • LOA  ·  26.50m
  • Year  ·  1920
  • Construction  ·  Steel
  • Underwater profile  ·  Full-displacement
  • Berths  ·  6
  • Engine  ·  1 x Diesel 0hp, Daimler Benz ()
  • Lying  ·  Chelsea
Boatshed London
Boatshed London

The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Extra Details

Lying Chelsea
Last survey 16/08/2013

Mechanical

Engine 1 x Diesel 0hp
Engine make and model Daimler Benz ()
Engine Hours Not Recorded
Fuel consumption (approx) Not Recorded

The Daimler Benz engine is still in place as a nod to the barge's working heritage but is not running and not required as the barge doesn't leave its mooring.

Dimensions

LOA 26.50m
Beam 4.50m
Draft Min 1.30m
Draft Max 1.30m
Headroom 2.10m
Storage On marina

Electrical Systems

240 volt battery,

Construction

Construction Steel
Underwater profile Full-displacement
Finish Paint finish

The original barge was built in c. 1920 and converted into a liveaboard in 1985 and sailed to London. Many of the original features still remain such as the deck gear and windlass.

The current owners had the hull re-steeled in 2013 which is due to last for the next 80-100 years.

Accommodation

Total # of berths 6
No. of double berths 2
No. of single berths 2
Cabin(s) 3
Handbasin 2
Shower 2
Air conditioning 1 Air conditioning Units
Heads 2 heads (Electric)

The three cabins all provide a level of spaciousness not normally associated with river living. The master cabin in the bow has an enormous amount of storage and shares a heads, containing a bath and shower, with the 2nd cabin which has two single bunk beds. The third cabin with ensuite heads and shower is in the stern and accessed via the wheelhouse - the current owners have previously rented out this space to tenants.

The barge is fully plumbed into the marina's sewage system.

4 burner Electric cooker/stove

Accommodation

Cooker/stove
Grill
Oven
Sink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Carpet
Curtains
Air conditioning
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Dishwasher
Washing Machine

The three cabins all provide a level of spaciousness not normally associated with river living. The master cabin in the bow has an enormous amount of storage and shares a heads, containing a bath and shower, with the 2nd cabin which has two single bunk beds. The third cabin with ensuite heads and shower is in the stern and accessed via the wheelhouse - the current owners have previously rented out this space to tenants.

The barge is fully plumbed into the marina's sewage system.

4 burner Electric cooker/stove

Deck Gear

Warps

Manual windlass
There is plenty of deck space at the bow for a BBQ and sun loungers for the summer months. The boat is drenched in sunlight from sunrise to sunset as it lies parallel to the river.

Safety Equipment

LPG Detector
Petrol Detector

Broker's Comments

Glorious 26m Dutch Barge with steel hull that is situated on one of the most desirable moorings in London just 5 minutes from the Kings Road. With sweeping views of Battersea and Albert Bridges to the east and Wandsworth and Chelsea Harbour to the west, this barge has the pick of the moorings. The mooring is permanent residential and is secured until 2020. The wheelhouse, which has been beautifully restored and retains the original teak panelling, is the perfect study/workspace with incomparable views of the Thames. The interior of this barge is open plan and spacious with a wood pellet stove keeping the entire barge warm. The large, bright galley is fully equipped with electric oven and cooker, fridge and freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.

All three bedrooms share similar levels of bright living space and this barge would make a superb family home.

The mooring fees for this barge are roughly £13,000 p.a.

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