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

Belgium Spitz Dutch Barge Flat Bottom, Steel Hull With Rivets

Luxury Live-aboard Barge
£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  300566
  • LOA  ·  29.00m
  • Year  ·  1958
  • Construction  ·  Steel
  • Underwater profile  ·  Other
  • Berths  ·  8
  • Engine  ·  1 x Diesel 230hp, John Deere 6.8 Litre Turbo Charged Diesel (6068TFM (2008)
  • Lying  ·  Essex
Boatshed Essex
Boatshed Essex
Mark Coles

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

Builder Gebr De Wachter Shipyard, Boom
Lying Essex
Fuel capacity 1,500.0 ltr (330.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks
Water capacity 6,300.0 ltr (1,386.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks
Holding tank capacity 1,000.0 ltr (220.0 G) Total - 1 Tanks
Last survey 03/07/2018

Mechanical

Engine 1 x Diesel 230hp
Engine make and model John Deere 6.8 Litre Turbo Charged Diesel (6068TFM (2008)
Engine Hours engine1= 86
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering Wheel
Drive Shaft
Prop(s) 4 blade 1 meter width / Stern tube grease lubricat
Fuel consumption (approx) 2.9 ltr (0.6 G) /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 5 knots
Max speed (approx) 6 knots
Generator output 11KVA
Generator Hours unknown

Engine is closed/ box cooling, with power take off and Python drive coupling to reduce vibration.
Consumption
1600 rpm / 10.4l/hr
1200 rpm / 4.8l/hr
1000 rpm / 2.9 l/hr

Twin Rudders

Dimensions

LOA 29.00m
Beam 5.04m
Draft Max 1.10m
Airdraft 4.00m
Displacement 125,000kg (275,625.0lbs)
Headroom 2.13m
Storage On mooring

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 240 volt generator, 240 shore power voltage, 8 batteries charged by: engine, shore power, generator

Construction

Construction Steel
Underwater profile Other
Finish Paint finish

Domestic Central Heating Tank 1500 litres (15 radiators plus 3 heated towel rails)

Accommodation

Total # of berths 8
No. of double berths 2
No. of single berths 4
Cabin(s) 4
Handbasin 4
Shower 3
Heads 4 heads (Manual)

Large open plan saloon 8.1m x 4.71m incorporating living space, dining area and luxury appointed kitchen that includes a 5 burner/ 2 ovens Lacanche range cooker, Microwave, Dishwasher and SMEG Fridge Freezer.

Wheel House 4.32m x 2.93 incorporating raised dining area

Utility Room 2.25m x 4.47m consisting of washing machine, second freezer and significant storage area (Pantry)

Engine Room/ Workhop 5m x 3.90m incorporating Engine, Fuel Tank, Water Tank, Boiler, Generator, Electricity management (Fuses and RCD breakers) plus lots of storage and space to maintain the engine.

Forward (Master Cabin) 3.22m x 4.71m, with separate ensuite bathroom 2.3m x 4.47m consisting of WC (Head), Basin and luxury free standing 'slipper' style bath.

Portside (Guest Cabin) 2.82m x 1.93m, with separate ensuite 1m x 1.9m , consisting of WC (Head), basin and shower.

Starboard side (Guest Cabin) 2.82m x 1.93m, with separate ensuite 1m x 1.93m) consisting of WC(Head), basin and shower.

Aft Cabin (Second Master) 4.34m x 3.94m, with separate ensuite 1.13m x 3.13m consisting of WC(Head), basin and shower.

5 burner gas cooker/stove

Accommodation

Cooker/stove
Grill
Oven
Sink
Icebox
Refrigerator
Freezer
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Non-Smokers
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing Machine
Dryer

Large open plan saloon 8.1m x 4.71m incorporating living space, dining area and luxury appointed kitchen that includes a 5 burner/ 2 ovens Lacanche range cooker, Microwave, Dishwasher and SMEG Fridge Freezer.

Wheel House 4.32m x 2.93 incorporating raised dining area

Utility Room 2.25m x 4.47m consisting of washing machine, second freezer and significant storage area (Pantry)

Engine Room/ Workhop 5m x 3.90m incorporating Engine, Fuel Tank, Water Tank, Boiler, Generator, Electricity management (Fuses and RCD breakers) plus lots of storage and space to maintain the engine.

Forward (Master Cabin) 3.22m x 4.71m, with separate ensuite bathroom 2.3m x 4.47m consisting of WC (Head), Basin and luxury free standing 'slipper' style bath.

Portside (Guest Cabin) 2.82m x 1.93m, with separate ensuite 1m x 1.9m , consisting of WC (Head), basin and shower.

Starboard side (Guest Cabin) 2.82m x 1.93m, with separate ensuite 1m x 1.93m) consisting of WC(Head), basin and shower.

Aft Cabin (Second Master) 4.34m x 3.94m, with separate ensuite 1.13m x 3.13m consisting of WC(Head), basin and shower.

5 burner gas cooker/stove

Deck Gear

Warps
Fenders
Boathook
Davits
Passerelle
Bow Thruster

Unknown windlass
3 anchors
(Danforth)
9 foot dinghy ()
(Hard Dinghy)
Length of chain unknown, Anchors are 360kg, 260kg x 2

Nav Equipment

BSS Approved / expires 2023

Safety Equipment

Life buoys

1 bilge pumps (0 manual / 1 Electric)

Bilge includes 'deck wash' system that allows the use to divert water via hose/ jetwash

Broker's Comments

In our opinion this is a rare opportunity to purchase a luxury appointed Dutch (live aboard) Barge that has been carefully developed and meticuously maintained inside and out. Offering both ample living space and accommodation and thoughtfully designed to offer ensuite facilities to all cabins. Throughout the interior she has 'Merbau' decking, which appears to be in excellent condition and really sets the standard of fittings throughout the vessel.

The engine was installed in 2008 and has only run for 86 hours. As you can view from our photos and videos, the engine appears to be in excellent condition (important should any potential buyer be wanting to cruise or move her to a new berth). During my time on board the owner explained the routine maintenance carried out and started the engine with ease (as shown on the video)

Internally the Lounge (Saloon) and dining/ kitchen (Galley) area has been thoughtfully decorated and included in the sale are all the kitchen appliances as noted in the specification.

A survey (dated July 2018) is available for serious buyers after a viewing and the owner will happily share more details of the barge and significant work that was undertaken to bring her up to the standard she presents herself in.

In summary, this is an exquisitely presented and specified barge and would suit anyone looking to live a life of luxury afloat! If you would like to know more, or organise a personal viewing, then please contact our office and we would be pleased to help.

These boat details are subject to contract.

Owners FAQ's

How long have you owned the boat for?

14 Years

Why are you selling her?

Change of circumstance

Where have you sailed her?

From Belgium to the UK, and from then converted as a live aboard

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