Beautifully converted traditional Dutch Tjalk with large living space accommodation, providing a very comfortable and spacious live-aboard set up. The barge was originally converted in 1992, but substantial works have been undertaken by the current owners. They have invested heavily in updating after buying her in 2017 with extensive out-of-water works, including an entirely new steel over-plated hull with epoxy coating completed by the highly skilled MSO Marine shipyard in Brentford London to provide a comfortable live-aboard barge for (as their 2019 surveyor mentioned in a report) &ldqu... read more

Attractive ex sailing Tjalk on non-tidal Thames residential mooring with fast links to London. recent dry-dock survey and external repaint. Spacious aft deck with teak decks; saloon, galley, study area, double cabin, bathroom.... read more

Specifications: Year: 1907 LOA: 19.9 m Beam: 4.3 m Draft: 1.0 m Construction: Cast Steel Hull / Keel: Displacement HIN: SSR 134573 Engine(s) & Electrical: Ford 2723, 109hp diesel. Serial no: 926F7EDA. Last serviced: March 2017. Engine hours: 348. Maximum speed: 15 knots. Drive type: diesel to velvet drive (2:9 trans). Fuel capacity: 800 litres. Fuel consumption: 3-4 litres per hour. 3 banks of 12V batteries charged from the engine via 60 amp alternator. 240v battery charger. 8kw Kaboda generator. Shore... read more

27 feet by 10 feet beautiful, small but roomy Dutch tjalk. Blacked in June last year (2022) Rewired in feb this year (2023) Surveyed 2021 Separate bedroom. OM636 engine. Shower /toilet.. Solid ewe table in living room that converts to sleep 3.... read more

Bolle Beer was built in Holland in 1927 as a commercial carrying boat. She traded until the late 1960s when she got converted to a liveaboard. In 1989, Bolle Beer was transported to the UK and operated as a trip boat on the River Weaver from Northwich Town Centre. By 2005, work started to refit Bolle Beer back to a residential boat. The interior was completed stripped, reinsulated and refitted to a very high standard.... read more

Grietje is a wonderfully looked after original sailing Dutch Tjalk that has been converted into a two/three bedroom liveaboard. Built in 1898 by DREWS HOOGEZAND as a working vessel, she is an originally riveted iron hull that has been over-plated with 6mm steel. The vessel was drydocked in 2021, with a 35,000 PSI blast/strip back to a WJ2 standard. She then went through an ultrasonic underwater survey, steel welding repairs were completed, a suite of 14 new anodes fitted and finally she was coated with a 10 year 2-pack epoxy International paint system meaning she does not need to be re-slipped... read more

Finja is a beautiful dutch Sailing barge that's just oozing charm, She's 50 ft by 11.5 with a perkins 6.305 diesel engine that's in perfect running order. She's currently on a continuous cruising licence. Her size is perfect for the widebeam canals and is equally at home on the Thames Estuary or medway, she's the perfect liveaboard for that adventurer that wants the freedom she provides. Crossing the channel with Family and friends? Or exploring the European waterways, with her 9 births and sails and rigging ready. She was sailed through Holland and across the ... read more

classic sailing tjalk, completely rebuilt in 2007, equipped with all comforts and techniques, including hydraulic: bow thruster, mast lowering device, david electric spud pole, sail and sword control. Comfortable (insulated with PUR foam) and attractive ship interior, with ample headroom, ideal ship for 'short-handed' sailing, in summer and winter 'to sail the water thin',... read more

Motor Tjalk for sale in southern France. Boatshed Midi Canals is pleased to offer this very nice example of a rare replica Dutch barge modern build. Originally built as a sailing replica, she has been "tidied up" to provide less cluttered and more usable space both on deck and below. All the charm of a classic little barge but on a recent hull with a very comprehensive and modern electrical installation. Classic charm without the downside of older vessel maintenance. A super little barge of go-anywhere dimensions and modern comfort for two. For more information and appointments to vi... read more

This historic tjalk was built around 1920 and received a refit in 1990, during which the ship was sandblasted and coated inside and out. The Tjalk is ready to sail, with complete and good condition rigging and mast lowering installation. The saloon has headroom, central heating and the bathroom has a shower. Come and view this ship in our sales marina.... read more

Year: 1880 LOA: 26.3 m Beam: 4.72 m Draft: 1.78 m Construction: Iron Hull/Keel: Flat-bottomed HIN: N/A Description: A beautiful traditional Dutch cargo barge, ‘Neljan’ has been beautifully converted into an extremely comfortable home on the water. She has bags of space and was recently out of the water for plating, anodes and blacking. Engine(s) & Electrical: Perkins M185C, 6 cylinder diesel. Engine hours: 379. Drive type: shaft & propellar. Maximum speed under power: 8kts. Last serviced: 2018... read more

On inspection this charming barge appears to be in good condition and ideal for a couple looking to spend hazy days cruising or living aboard. On deck she has been well maintained. The woodwork is in really nice condition and the cockpit area offers plenty of space. In my opinion the leeboards do need a little TLC and would benefit from being sanded back and re coated. Internally she is clean, tidy and offers a great deal of living accommodation. The galley and saloon are both spacious and there is plenty of room to create a comfy seating area. The saloon also has a wood burning stove w... read more

Grietje is a wonderfully looked after original sailing Dutch Tjalk that has been converted into a two/three bedroom liveaboard. Built in 1898 by DREWS HOOGEZAND as a working vessel, she is an originally riveted iron hull that has been fully over platted with 6mm steel. The vessel has been drydocked in 2021, with a full 35,000 PSI blast/strip back to a WJ2 standard. She then went through a full ultrasonic underwater survey, steel welding repairs completed, full suite of 14 new anodes and finally coated with a 10 year 2pac epoxy International paint system meaning she does not need to be re slip... read more

SOLD Very nice tjalk ready to go, survey october 2021 and work + hull january 2022. Large headroom. "Zee Arend" has a lot of charm. The layout remains simple and functional and can be easily improved. The current owners (since 1996) are water sports enthusiasts and have chosen her for tiller sailing which they would not have changed for anything in the world. Ideal for all projects, charming B and B... boat visible in Decize. Winter and summer cover. All details and many pictures on our website.... read more