Tjalk Dutch Barge – "Roelof Jan" Charming Historic Liveaboard / Cruiser "Roelof Jan" is an approx 120-year-old traditional Tjalk Dutch Barge that perfectly blends historic character with a bright and comfortable interior. Ready to move aboard or take cruising, she benefits from significant upgrades in the 12 years I have been part of her story. Type: Tjalk Dutch Barge 38ft x 8ft6 Headroom: 6ft 9 at stern end (galley) sloping down to 5 ft 9 at bow end. Location: Woodford Northamptonshire. Valid boat safety cert. Last blacked July 2026 Mechanical & Practical Upgrades: 50hp Beta Marine Diesel Engine – Exceptionally reliable and highly sought-after, running with low hours. New Propeller & Prop Shaft fitted, ensuring smooth and efficient propulsion. Rinnai gas water heater provides instant hot water throughout. 450L copper water tank. Interior & Accommodation The interior is bright, characterful, and deceptively spacious, with clever storage solutions throughout. Living & Dining Area: Heating: Features a classic Morso Squirrel solid fuel stove set against a hearth featuring hand painted Delft style tiles, keeping the entire boat warm and cozy year-round. Seating & Berths: Two fixed sofas equipped with deep, built-in storage underneath. For guests, one sofa converts into a double bed. Dinette: Dedicated dinette seating with a sycamore wood table. Galley: Solid English Ash wooden kitchen with plenty of prep space and integrated storage shelves. Double gas burner hob and stainless steel sink. Hand-painted double doors that open out to the stern deck. Shower & Bathroom: Fitted shower and small hand basin. Composting toilet. Master Cabin (Forward) A cozy, private fixed double bed tucked neatly under the forward deck cabin, complete with character porthole windows. She is currently moored on a quiet, idyllic private marina and this mooring may be transferable subject to agreement from the marina owner. Small Canadian style canoe included in sale. I spent 6 years continuous cruising on Roelof Jan in and around London single handed and she was a perfect size for this, often able to fit in smaller spots and turn around where other boats were unable to. She is very easy to manoeuvre and handle for one person. She has been a wonderful home, and I will be incredibly sorry to see her go. However, with my household expanding and a move back to dry land it’s time for her next chapter so reluctantly she is up for sale.