PLEASE NOTE THE MOORING IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE SALE. Boatshed London are pleased to bring to market this 22m Dutch Barge Luxemotor which has just been surveyed and ready for a new owner. She has original accommodation at the stern. The wheelhouse is forward of this cabin and the engine room lies beneath the wheelhouse. She was built in 1922, probably in Utrecht. It appears she was a working vessel, until at least the 1980s. The barge was purchased by the current owner in 1997 and brought to the UK. She underwent a major refit of the accommodation in the early 2000s. The hold has be... read more

This is a delightful classic motor yacht which makes a fantastic liveaboard with a residential mooring in central London. Step aboard and you know you’re on a true classic. Built by Thornycroft in 1928, this former pilot boat was built for speed but she’s now set up for a rather more tranquil existence. There’s character in abundance, with some really clever modern design touches, the combination of which makes this a very desirable houseboat. The interior space is bright and welcoming with a fully glassed wheelhouse and a really cool saloon area. Unusually for a boat of this size... read more

Boatshed London are delighted to bring this splendid Dutch barge to the market. The current owners have extensively refurbished the interior to feel luxurious throughout. The large, bright wheelhouse makes a perfect location for dinning, while enjoying views across the marina. Moving forward, the galley is split across the width of the boat with modern appliances and full fitted cabinets. The saloon is a good size and benefits from extra light from the window above. The main cabin has a full sized double with plenty of storage, plus the forward cabin has been converted into a dress... read more

Boatshed London are pleased to offer this 38ft Dutch Barge for sale with London residential mooring at South Dock Marina, SE16. This cosy barge is a very affordable option to get into London's most desirable liveaboard marina. With mooring fees far lower than the other marinas in this part of London. The hull was overplated in 2020 and recent extensive works to the internal hull and shell - including rust treatment, spray foam insulation to the wall and ceiling and Rockwell insulation to the floor, re panelling the main cabin and new electric cabling, at a cost of £12,000. There is... read more

This 60ft wide beam has a great layout which maximises the space making her feel bigger than similar sized boats. The large galley is well equipped with lots of storage space, plus has a good sized dinette. Moving forward, the recently refurbished bathroom is on the port side, followed by the main cabin. Sliding doors can be used to separate the cabin, but keeping them open (as the current couple do) creates a more open area. The main saloon is large and bright, opening out on to the well deck that is fitted with cratch cover. The engine has been regularly serviced and maintained p... read more

Built in 1924, this vessel was originally a racing Tjalk, converted to a liveaboard in about 2006 and then fully refurbished in 2016. She offers a great amount of accommodation with two cabins, large galley/saloon and a decent sized bathroom. Plus there is a small desk/work-space neatly configured into the layout. The galley is well equipped with a full sized oven and hob. Fridge/freezer, a combined washer-dryer and lots of storage space. The saloon has a large, comfortable Heels sofa, HD Smart TV, and a modern, highly efficient wood-burning stove. There is also a diesel powered cent... read more

This beautiful craft has been fully restored and now looks splendid on her central London mooring. Freshly painted, she gleams in the sunlight, showing her fantastic lines. Inside the wheelhouse, soft furnishings allow the space to be used as a tranquil living area while in her berth. Going forward, a good sized galley and dining area create a cozy space to sit and entertain. The bunk can also be used as a berth. The forward cabin has two berths with a shower room adjacent. The aft cabin has a good sized double berth, along with the head in the companionway. The aft deck has plenty of... read more

The beautiful lines of this 1926 Luxemotor speak for themselves. It is what made the current owners fall in love with her. She has undergone extensive renovation, with the hull taken back to bare metal both inside and out. Sprayfoam insulation applied, new tanks installed, new boiler and radiators plumbed in and countless other jobs undergone to make the boat their ideal floating home. However, there is still more to do, and the couple have decided to prioritise their family and sell. There is still fitting to do - largely cosmetic - as all the big work has been done. The interior lini... read more

It is always a pleasure to photograph such a well presented boat, such as this. The owners have been fastidious in the upkeep of the whole vessel. The wheelhouse makes a perfect sun trap with views across the dock. The open plan saloon is bright and fresh. Moving forward there is a wet-room style heads to port. The second cabin is ideal for when guests stay over, and the main cabin, with a full sized double bed is located at the bow. There is no gas onboard, in preference to a fully electric galley with a hob, oven and fridge, fitted in modern kitchen units. There is a small utility s... read more

This houseboat moored in Surrey Quays offers a very spacious accommodation, on one level throughout, with good headroom in all main areas. All packed into a boat only 45ft long, minimising the ongoing mooring fees while providing ample living space. The addition of a sliding skylight brings large amounts of daylight into the kitchen and lounge areas. This gives the overall feel is of ‘loft living space’ on water. The exterior of the boat provides large useable areas to maximize outdoor living in this amazingly quiet and well run marina, with easy and direct links to all of centr... read more