Dutch Barge Tjalk Tranquil South Brittany Mooring
- Boat REF# · 203375
- Length · 55'9"
- Year · 1900
- Construction · Steel
- Underwater profile · Full-Displacement
- Sleeping berths · 5
- Engine · 1 x diesel 113hp, VOLVO PENTA MD67A 6 cylinders ()
- Lying · south Brittany
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Extra Details
| Lying | south Brittany |
|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 55.0 USG Total - 1 Tanks |
| Water capacity | 158.4 USG Total - 2 Tanks |
| Last survey | 15/06/2013 |
Mechanical
| Engine | 1 x diesel 113hp |
|---|---|
| Engine make and model | VOLVO PENTA MD67A 6 cylinders () |
| Engine Hours |
engine1= 1533 |
| Engine Cooled | Indirect |
| Steering | tiller |
| Drive | shaft |
| Prop(s) | 3 blade prop |
| Fuel consumption (approx) | 1.1 USG /hour At Cruising Speed |
| Cruising speed (approx) | 5 knots |
| Max speed (approx) | 12 knots |
new propeller in 2015
Dimensions
| Length | 55'9" |
|---|---|
| Beam | 12'6" |
| Draft Min | 2'11" |
| Draft Max | 2'11" |
| Airdraft | 6'7" |
| Displacement | 48,510.0lbs |
| Headroom | 5'11" |
| Storage | In water |
Electrical Systems
220 volt battery, 6 batteries charged by: engine, shore power
Construction
| Construction | Steel |
|---|---|
| Underwater profile | Full-Displacement |
| Finish | Paint finish |
Dutch barge of riveted iron construction. Originally constructed to carry coal she has been tastefully converted to a residential barge and has retained beautiful lines that attract admiring looks from the passers-by. Her spacious aft deck covered with a new canopy is ideal for entertaining in all weathers. The original tiller steering is well-balanced and surprisingly light. Although modernised and updated she has retained her lines. Fitted with a new propeller 2015 she is ready to cruise and would make an ideal live-aboard.
Accommodation
| Total # of berths | 5 |
|---|---|
| No. of double berths | 2 |
| No. of single berths | 1 |
| Cabin(s) | 1 |
| Sink | 1 |
| Shower | 1 |
| Heads | 1 heads (Electric) |
The cabin forward has two bed-settees currently in situ giving a double and a single berth. There are brass portholes fitted and a glazed hatch for light
The access to the shower and a wc is from this cabin. The gas water heater is fitted above the hand basin and provides hot water both here and the galley area.
Moving aft into the open plan saloon again currently fitted with a bed-settee giving two more berths the beautiful curved timber ceiling and new hardwood floor draw the eye. The galley area is spacious with a four burner hob and a fridge. The headroom is over 6’ throughout the living area of the vessel.
From the galley area steps up through a traditional glazed door lead to the large seating/entertaining area. This was originally outside space however the current owner has had a professionally fitted hood made to cover this large area which with the various zips can be opened up in the good weather or closed up in the not so good to make a weather proof but light and airy room.
4 burner propane Stove
Accommodation
| Stove | |
|---|---|
| Sink | |
| Refrigerator | |
| Drapes | |
| Cabin heating | |
| Pressurised water system | |
| Hot water system |
The cabin forward has two bed-settees currently in situ giving a double and a single berth. There are brass portholes fitted and a glazed hatch for light
The access to the shower and a wc is from this cabin. The gas water heater is fitted above the hand basin and provides hot water both here and the galley area.
Moving aft into the open plan saloon again currently fitted with a bed-settee giving two more berths the beautiful curved timber ceiling and new hardwood floor draw the eye. The galley area is spacious with a four burner hob and a fridge. The headroom is over 6’ throughout the living area of the vessel.
From the galley area steps up through a traditional glazed door lead to the large seating/entertaining area. This was originally outside space however the current owner has had a professionally fitted hood made to cover this large area which with the various zips can be opened up in the good weather or closed up in the not so good to make a weather proof but light and airy room.
4 burner propane Stove
Deck Gear
| Cockpit cover | |
|---|---|
| Rode | |
| Fenders | |
| Boathook | |
| Cockpit Enclosure |
Manual windlass
3 anchors
(SAND anchors)
Nav Equipment
| Clock | |
|---|---|
| Barometer | |
| Navigation lights | |
| TV | |
| Video | |
| DVD |
Safety Equipment
| Life jackets | |
|---|---|
| Life buoys | |
| Horn | |
| Swim ladder |
1 bilge pumps (0 manual / 1 electric)
Broker's Comments
Live aboard Dutch barge for sale in Brittany . Boatshed St.Malo are pleased to offer this residential Tjalk barge for sale in France, currently based on the French canals of Brittany. A tiller steered Tjalk barge that has kept beautiful traditional lines that recently won her the Brittany canals, ‘prettiest boat on the waterways’ award. The saloon galley and forward cabin are all on one level and the vessel has a light and airy feel. The spacious cockpit is ideal for entertaining on those balmy summer evenings and with it’s full cockpit tent makes a great three seasons lounge. For further information and appointments to view, please contact Graham WHARMBY your broker at Boatshed St Malo.