Blackbird, 23m converted Dutch steel motor barge, bought over to the UK in 2006. Present owner has used her as a family home for past 16 years. Barge built in the early 1930's,used as a commercial cargo carrying sailing barge (she still retains her leeboards and winches). In 1945 she was converted to a motor barge with the addition of a enclosed wheelhouse In 1960's she was then taken out of trade and fully converted to a liveaboard vessel. Last out of water survey June 2023. Engine and associated gear ( in situ) but decommissioned. Reduced to Sell £80,000 GBP... read more

Live aboard barge for sale on the Hamble River in Hampshire. Boatshed Hamble is happy to offer this well maintained barge, built in Holland in 1927 with a major refit in 2016. The entrance is what was the original wheelhouse which has now been converted into a relaxing lounge offering panoramic views over the river Hamble and its surroundings. This space is heated with a log burner and or a drip fed diesel hot air heater. Moving down the steps to the lower section of the vessel is the main living areas comprising of an aft double bedroom with radiator and electric wood burner effect he... read more