iad France - Georges Braibant offers you: Discover this NAVIGABLE barge converted into a home, providing a unique and charming FAMILY living space along the water.
Built in 1933, this barge with 170m² of living space combines history, originality, and modernity to offer an unusual and enchanting living environment.
For over 40 years, the current owners have transformed it into a
iad France - Georges Braibant offers you: Discover this NAVIGABLE barge converted into a home, providing a unique and charming FAMILY living space along the water.
Built in 1933, this barge with 170m² of living space combines history, originality, and modernity to offer an unusual and enchanting living environment.
For over 40 years, the current owners have transformed it into a living space unlike any other in the small world of river housing, while respecting its heritage character.
The main living area includes: - A beautiful 40m² living room with oak flooring and custom furniture - A functional dining room with an open-plan kitchen - A 48m² workshop space to be reclaimed - 2 cabin bedrooms plus a 3rd bedroom in the forward peak - A bathroom with bathtub and shower
All the boat’s fittings are made from precious and varied woods: oak, Indian rosewood, elm, ash, mahogany, babinga, yew... (about forty different species).
The boatman’s quarters, accessible independently via the wheelhouse, consist of 2 sleeping bunks (one large), a shower room with toilet, and a kitchenette. These fittings date back to the barge’s construction: American mahogany, glasswork, engraved glass, bronze.
1933 teak wheelhouse. 20m² terrace with a removable stainless steel structure.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Marne riverbanks from inside or from the exterior deck during relaxing moments.
Located in Joinville-le-Pont, this barge benefits from a privileged location within a small water village of about fifteen boats, close to shops, schools, and public transport.
Technical details: The 1933 boat measures 38.5 m long by 5.05 m wide (Freycinet gauge). It is up to date with inspections (September 2023, valid for 10 years) and mooring permits (valid COT). It is a Heritage Interest boat (annual navigation sticker at a reduced rate), powered by a General Motors 4.71 type 100HP engine, complemented by a bow thruster. Heating is by fuel oil, supplemented by a JØTUL wood stove and reversible air conditioning. Electricity is 12V (batteries + solar panels) for navigation, 220V with Victron inverter. Onan 5 kW generator. Secure mooring system designed to operate at all flood levels.
Experience a unique lifestyle and be charmed by the timeless appeal of this floating home.
Specializing in the sale of barges and other houseboats, I remain at your disposal to inform you about the specific aspects of this type of dwelling.
Agency fees are the seller’s responsibility.
A valid ID will be requested during visits, in accordance with article [hidden information] of the Monetary and Financial Code. Information on risks to which this property is exposed, including the legal obligation for brush clearing, is available on the Géorisques website: [hidden information].
This real estate listing was written under the editorial responsibility of Mr. Georges Braibant, independent real estate agent (without holding funds), commercial agent of SAS [hidden information] France registered with the VERSAILLES RSAC under number [hidden information], holder of the real estate canvassing card on behalf of the company [hidden information] France SAS. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: https://www.georisques.gouv.fr/