Description

A Dutch dry goods sailing barge launched in 1901 in Mijdrecht, Netherlands. Brought to the UK in 1999 and converted to a high standard over almost 2 decades. She offers a full height, spacious comfortable home with many quality features and all modern appliances but with the added benefits of an off-grid river cruising life if desired. Hardwood floors and woodwork, vintage cast iron radiators, wood burners and a main saloon space cleverly divided by bespoke shelving units all contribute to a unique aesthetic. 


An IVECO 150hp 6 cylinder engine with Halyard 2030 Aqua Drive, twin bilge keels and a stern prop tube allow for responsive handling despite her size. Dry docked in 2018 and 2023 at BJ Woods Isleworth for a full survey, propeller refurbish and re-black guarantees the hull's integrity and demonstrates the owner's commitment to preserving this classic vessel's future. She was also re-blacked again in early 2025 at Harleyford Marina with the new 55 tonnes lift providing another future option for survey in the Thames Valley. 


A summer mooring on the idyllic Culden Fawley river meadow at the top of the Henley Regatta course is available by negotiation. Winter options are also available at Sonning or Harleyford, again by negotiation.    

Additional Information
Electrical:




- 12v lighting

- Generator (warrior)- 50 hours 

- Shore power connection

- Battery charger (240v)

- Solar charger

- Inverter- Victron Phoenix Sine Wave 24V 3000VA 70A


Interior:




- Number of cabins- 2

- Number of berths- 4

- Toilet- Blakes

- Holding tank- 900L

- Shower- Rain shower

- Gas oven

- Fridge- Dometic

- Heating- EOGB 400 36kw diesel central heating

- Pressurised water system

- Water heating- diesel boiler and hot water tank


Navigation:




- Brass binnacle steering compass


Safety Equipment:




- Tender- canoe

- Fire extinguisher/s- x7

- Gas detector

- CO² detectors- x3

- Lifebuoys- x2

- Life jackets- x2

- Bilge pumps- x3


Ground Tackle:




- Anchor- Bow and stern

- Anchor winch- Manual


Other Equipment:




- Fenders

- Mooring lines

- Radio/stereo

- Internet/WiFi

- Television

- Cutlery 

- Crockery


Service Information:




- Last survey- September 2023 (copy available to view)

- Last engine service- June 2023

- Last underwater/antifoul service- January 2025

- Boat Safety Scheme certificate- Expires July 2026

Owner's Thoughts/Known Faults
There are no known faults that haven't been addressed. The current owner's truly regret the decision to sell but ill health and increasing family responsibilities in Somerset mean forgoing the peaceful, classic sanctuary that the beloved Maria Christina has always offered. It is our strong desire that a new owner can have the opportunity to fully appreciate this lovely boating home for all that it represents.

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