Classic Converted Dutch Barge for sale in Shepperton United Kingdom

1930 (Circa) Dutch Converted Barge for Sale.

Alfa & Omega has been meticulously stripped down to her steel framework and rebuilt. During the rebuild, attention has been given to installing high-quality fixtures and upgrades throughout. Additionally, the aft, forward cabins and the head areas have been enlarged to maximise the compact space. There is extensive documentation for the maintenance that has been carried out over the years.

The cosy aft cabin features a solid oak bed frame, which can be made into a single or double berth and extra storage space has been added.

The wheelhouse offers versatility, with two large doors, a desk and hammock hooks. The removable floor provides easy access to the engine and systems.

The head is complete with a shower, small basin and an electric macerator toilet.

The galley is equipped with a gas 4-ring hob and a butler sink, seamlessly integrated into the open-plan living area with large opening windows and a sofa day-bed. The multi-fuel stove is complete with a back boiler heating the aft cabin and calorifier.

The vessel is best suited for small statured people. She has thrived as a live aboard for the past 17 years on a permanent mooring with the occasional small trip.

The vessel was last out of the water in 2018 for a survey, (Copy available - all recommendations carried out) hull maintenance, over-plating and 2-pack epoxy. The BSS is valid until November 2025.

Electrical

12v lighting

240v Shore Line

Victron 15amph Battery Charger

Interior

Cabins x 1

Berths x 3

WC Tecma Electric with macerator to holding tank.

Shower

Cooker  4 ring gas.

Refrigerator ( Domestic)

Water heating

Description Of Interior

The cabin features a double bed and extra storage space, while the wheelhouse offers versatility with two large doors a desk and hammock hooks.

The removable floor provides easy access to the engine and systems.

The head is compact with a shower, small basin and electric toilet.

The galley is equipped with a gas 4 ring hob and a butler sink, all seamlessly linked to the open plan living area with large opening windows, a sofa day bed,

The multi fuel stove is complete with a back boiler.

Please note that as this was built to clear low bridges in Holland, the interior headroom would suit small statured people!

Other Equipment

4 x Fenders

Warps

Fire Extinguishers x 4

CO² Detector

Lifebuoy

Bilge Pumps

Ground Tackle

1 x Fishermans Anchor

1 x Grapnel Anchor

Chain & Line

Brief History Of Vessel

History

Alfa & Omega was brought by the previous owner to the UK, approximately 17 years ago from Holland. The vessel has been used as a liveaboard in East London ever since. The current owner has had her for 9 years and has completed a full refit in 2022. Very little is known of the vessel's history in Holland. The assumption is that she was once a grain transport that was later converted into a liveaboard.

List of upgrades:

• Complete new electrical wiring and systems, including a new galvanic isolator and an upgraded battery charger (Victron)
• Spray foam insulation throughout the boat (completed 2019)
• Complete refitting of all plumbing
• 11 New custom windows and 10 portholes
• New gas line (2018)
• New Morso 1410 multi-fuel stove with back boiler and radiator in aft cabin (2017)
• New high end fixtures throughout the vessel
• Two 100 litre (304) stainless steel fresh water tanks (2017)
• New 50 litre calorifier (2017) 
• New 190 litre (304) stainless steel fuel tank and fuel fittings (2018) 
• New 192 litre moulded black water tank (new fittings, hose and deck hardware) (2020)
• Complete remodel of galley (2019)
• New 2G Tecma macerator toilet (2022)
• Complete remodel of the head (completed 2022)
• New custom steel doors (2015)
• New steel stringers
• New running lights and deck hardware
• New steel rubbing strake (2018)
• New toe rail (2018)
• Steelwork repairs to the superstructure
• Overplating (2018)
• Shot blast (2016)
• 2-pack epoxy paint (2018)
• New starboard and port-side superstructure wall (2016)
• Serviced fuel injectors. Keel cooling system flushed. Oil and filter change (2024)