Katwijker Barge (1934) for sale in Port La Robine, France

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Step aboard this 1934 Katwijker Barge, the ultimate DIY dream boat on the captivating Canal du Midi in France! Calling all adventurous souls and handy folks who see potential in every nook and cranny! This boat is longing for a makeover and a loving touch to turn it into a jaw-dropping floating home.

Picture this: You enter through the helm, as if you're about to conquer the high seas (or at least the canal!). Take three steps down into the open-plan saloon/kitchen—your canvas for culinary adventures and cozy gatherings. But wait, there's more! On the other side of the room, ascend the stairs to the roof-top terrace, where you can sip a glass of wine, soak up the sun, and shout "Ahoy!" to passing boaters.

Now, descend the stairs to your future double bedroom cabin with its own en-suite bathroom at the rear. It's like having a sanctuary on water! But hold on tight, because on the opposite side of those stairs lies another set of stairs, leading to a second bedroom cabin with its own en-suite. There is also a concealed boiler room which houses a large diesel boiler which supplies the central heating system. There is also extensive storage underneath the open-plan living area.

Get ready to embrace your inner decorator! The headroom throughout is approximately 6 feet and 5 inches, allowing you to stand tall as you bring your vision to life. The engine is also in full working order.

Now, we must confess, this boat has been vacant for a couple of years, but has just been cleared of all its previous clutter and is a blank canvas waiting for an artistic genius. A hull survey was conducted in 2019, and the previous owners are confident this boat will make an ideal home once complete.

So, grab your tools, unleash your creativity, and embark on a renovation adventure like no other. With stunning river views, residential moorings which are transferrable (cost per annum = approx Euro 2.2k plus services which can be arranged) and off-road parking nearby, this is an opportunity to transform this barge into a masterpiece.

Photos and a video links are available for your viewing pleasure.

Link to walk-through video:

https://youtu.be/4VCKcDAPYFI (please note, length is 23.85 meters NOT 28.5'ish meters!)

Link to engine:

https://youtu.be/fCH7DEqpxFk?si=RjWuaZq5tKFWkTXw