This is a stunning recently converted historic dutch motor Tjalk, originally built in 1907. There is the option to buy (for a negotiated price) on a beautiful private mooring with parking in Bishop's Stortford, 10 minuets from train station on the London Cambridge line and Stansted airport line. It's an easy walk to town where there are lots of pubs, cafes, shops and restaurants. We've lovingly restored the boat over the past few years, trying to retain the old world charm of it while also bringing in the comforts of the modern world. It has a large open plan living room and ... read more

Boat type: Tjalk, Dutch barge – iron hull Age: approx115 years Last purchased: in 2002 from Meppel, Holland History: Built in unknown Dutch boatyard Engine: Ford diesel 4 cylinder engine Length: 15.5 metres approx. Width: 3.5 metres. Draught: Shallow Certification: BSS certified until 16.5.20 Heating: Solid fuel stove heating 2 radiators Power: DC and AC electrics Water: Heated either by stove or electric Cooking: Gas cooker Mooring: Currently moored in Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshir... read more

PROJECT. All steel Dutch tjalk built 1985 and is a vollenhovense bol gaff rigged sailing barge.all steel body with teak and oak. She’s unusual to find at this size. full sails and mast with tabinacle to lower for the canal. In need of a bit of time and money to bring her up to full spec , alas I don't have the time or funds to finish her and she's now priced to sell. She’s perfect size for London canals,Thames or the Medway ,norfolk broads etc making her a versatile boat her internal headroom is about 160cm but I'm 6 ft and can stand up at the galley bellow t... read more

Liveaboard barge for sale in France. Boatshed Midi Canals is pleased to offer this Sailing Tjalk converted to motor tjalk for sale. Ideal cruising / living dimensions just under TRIWV size offering the best of both worlds. Space, practicality & ease of navigation. Able to access all French interconnected waterways and ideal as a long term cruising barge or full time residential barge. Lots of original charm, working leeboards for improved directional stability. A nice combination of classic boat and practical cruiser. The very reasonable online mooring on the Canal du Midi may be transf... read more

The 121-year-old Paviljoenschip "Drie Gebroeders", built 1898, has been fully refurbished over the last few years and is now sadly for sale due to the onset of ill health. She was found in good condition, but in need of some TLC, in the Netherlands in 2014, and after the necessary preparatory work, she was sailed to the UK in February 2015 and has been lived on since then. Work undertaken has included complete electrical re-wiring and fitting of galvanic isolation, including the fitting of top quality marine gel batteries, diesel tank clean and installation of a new twin fuel filter ... read more

Recently lifted out and surveyed, this boat does not need to be lifted again until 2029. Plenty of time to cruise the canals of Europe, but as liveaboards from 2007, we can tell you this time will fly! Two double beds, one single, and the wheelhouse could sleep three, gives a comfortable eight, so it's enough for visiting guests. Triwv certificate on the way, with all work done.... read more

This vessel is lying on a residential transferable mooring in London. The boat has been refitted inside and is designed as a flat, all 240v. Last survey report carried out in France in 2008. Built in C.1910. Refitted. Indenor / Peugeot 67hp not functioning diesel engine. 2 berth - fixed double in own cabin. Dimplex electric heater. Pump out toilet connected to sewer. BSC to 11/2020. Secure moorings overseen by an on sight office and security managed 24/7 by the quay manager and accessible only through keypad locked doors. The moorings have toilet and washing facilities. Located next to ... read more

Live aboard tjalk for sale in France. Boatshed Midi Canal is pleased to offer this renovated Tjalk for sale in the Midi. Major works being carried on that live aboard Dutch barge since our vendor has bought her in 2005. Interior renovated, hull re bottomed where necessary, a new heads built, the old stove removed an air con unit installed to provide heater or cooled air whenever requested. Also a lot of improvements: GE 3.5 Kw whisper installed, new deck in wood. Last out of water in 2017, hull sandblasting and repainted (twin pack) and the superstructure repainted too. Comfortable tj... read more

Very beautiful barge from 1905, ideal for liveaboard. TRIWV valid until 2021. Boat well fitted. Sleeps 6 to 8 people, 4 cabins. Large terrace with steering position. Lateral and aft entrances. Spacious and light living space composed of a steering position, a modern kitchen, a dinette and a salon with sofa convertible into double bed. Aft cabin under terrace with double bed. Forward corridor serving 3 cabins and a bathroom with shower and toilet.... read more

riverhomes is delighted to offer to the market this stunning 80ft4 x 13ft9 Dutch sailing barge of tjalk design – located on a residential mooring in Limehouse, with views of the marina and the skyscape of Canary Wharf. This fully navigable vessel could be used to cruise around London or just as a floating apartment / pied à terre based in a prime Central London location. Former inland cargo vessel which has undergone a complete rebuild in 1999/2000 into a sailing live aboard. The accommodation comprises; entry into a good size living room with navigation controls, seating area and... read more