Dutch Sailing Barge - Paviljoentjalk 16m

Dutch Sailing Barge "Drie Gebroeders", was built in 1898 of rivetted iron and is a historic cargo ship transformed to her current accommodation in 2000. Under her current custodianship since 2014, extensive restoration over recent years includes new electrical system, upgraded gas system, new mast and rigging and continuous maintenance, repair and restoration of all fittings and equipment over the years as a full-time live-aboard vessel. She has recently travelled round the English, Irish and Scottish coasts as well as the length of the Irish Inland waters. Her shallow draft (3') and flat bottom make her useful for many kinds of moorings and her mast and rigging can be raised/lowered easily and quickly by means of winches for passing under bridges etc. Her cottage-style accommodation comprises galley/dining area, lounge area with built in seating/2 single berths, 2 separate double cabins, shower, electric toilet and basin, plentiful storage and good 6'+ headroom throughout her accommodation. Diesel fired Kobola water heater runs the central heating radiators in each room plus there is a separate multifuel stove in lounge. Her BMC 62hp engine has been very well maintained. Solar panels and generator ensure self-sufficiency when not on shore power. Please visit our website or social media (www.theolddutchbarge.co.uk) for more of her story and pictures or give me a call. Last surveyed May2022. Currently in Lough Erne, Co.Fermanagh, Northern Ireland, UK.