Description

Repertor II is a beautiful 1939 Luxe Motor Dutch barge, offering the combination of historic character, generous living space and modern comforts. At just over 30 metres in length with a width of over 5 metres, she provides an exceptionally spacious and light-filled home while retaining the elegant lines that make Luxe Motors so sought after.

Lovingly restored and carefully maintained over several decades, Repertor II is in excellent condition. She was last dry docked in 2024, when she underwent a comprehensive out-of-water survey. All recommended works were completed, the hull was professionally coated in epoxy paint, and new anodes were fitted. As a result, she is not expected to require dry docking again until 2034.

Repertor II has been moored in Bristol Harbour for over 40 years, and I have owned and lived aboard her over the past 10. The previous owner carried out an extensive restoration, preserving many of her original features while completing significant structural work to a very high standard. During my ownership, I have continued that approach, working alongside experienced boat builders and skilled craftsmen to create a unique and comfortable floating home.

Before purchasing Repertor II, I restored and lived aboard a narrowboat as a continuous cruiser for many years, so every improvement has been made with practical boating experience in mind. The result is a barge that is both beautiful and highly functional for full-time living.

Key Features
* Spacious 30m × 5m+ Luxe Motor with a beautifully proportioned hull.
* Kabola diesel-fired central heating throughout with a large hot water cylinder and Nest smart heating controls. The traditional back cabin benefits from its own independent heating zone.
* Large freshwater and wastewater tanks, both replaced approximately seven years ago.
* Extensive solar array, which also contributes to heating the domestic hot water.
* Spacious bathroom with a traditional roll-top bath and flushing macerator toilet.
* Three double bedrooms.
* The forward cabin includes a large walk-in wardrobe with all plumbing already installed, offering potential to create an en-suite bathroom.
* Large open-plan kitchen and living area, ideal for modern liveaboard living.
* Recently serviced Volvo Penta 8-cylinder engine in full working order.
* Original working derrick crane and large forward cargo hatch, making it easy to move furniture and large appliances on and off the vessel.
* Beautiful teak wheelhouse.
* Bespoke custom-built gangplank.
* Traditional stern cabin with fitted oak furniture.
* Large wood-burning stove.
* Attractive green roof with opening skylights, bringing natural light and seasonal planting to the living space.

Repertor II is currently moored on a liveaboard mooring in Bristol Harbour. Although the mooring is non transferable, I am hopefull that the new owner will be able to retain a mooring in the harbour.

Repertor II has been a much-loved home for many years and represents a rare opportunity to own a characterful Dutch barge in Bristol Harbour that combines historic charm with the comforts and practicality of modern city living.

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