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Sheldon Square, Paddington, W2

PROPERTY TYPE

House Boat

BEDROOMS

1

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

339 sq ft

31 sq m

TENURE
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Non-traditional

Key features

  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Flexible mooring under Continuous Cruiser Licence
  • Historic Dutch barge built in 1899 with traditional steel hull
  • Fully refurbished with modern systems and stylish interior
  • Solar power & generator support household appliances
  • Efficient heating via 70L oil tank and diesel boiler

Description

***VESSEL ONLY *** For sale, this beautifully refurbished Dutch barge offers a unique waterside lifestyle in the heart of Little Venice. Moored on the scenic Paddington Canal, it measures 17 metres in length, with a beam of 2.85 metres and a draught of 0.98 metres, and features a traditional riveted single-walled steel hull with transverse framing. Originally constructed in 1899, the barge has retained its historic charm while benefiting from extensive modern upgrades.
The refurbishment blends timeless craftsmanship with contemporary comfort. Highlights include a new inverter and high-capacity batteries for household appliances, smart-monitored solar panels, and a 70-litre oil tank powering an efficient marine diesel heating system capable of running for up to a week without electrical input. The exterior has been fully repainted, with new metal and wooden doors and windows, custom-made curtains and furnishings, a bespoke sofa, and a stylish modern kitchen with fitted cabinetry and a working oven. New boat fenders are included.
Powered by a Mercedes-Benz OM 352 diesel engine, the barge is equipped with a manually filled water tank system and an onboard generator to complement the solar setup. Heating is provided by a marine-grade diesel heater and water boiler, both in good working order.
The vessel operates under a Continuous Cruiser Licence and does not have a fixed mooring, though potential options are available through the Canal & River Trust, offering flexibility for relocation.
Living on the water offers a rare and enchanting lifestyle: tranquil mornings on deck, the gentle movement of the canal, and ever-changing reflections of light and sky. Little Venice provides a charming backdrop of waterside cafés, quiet towpaths, and a welcoming boating community, making every day feel both peaceful and full of possibility.

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Sheldon Square, Paddington, W2
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About RiverHomes, South West London

1-3 Lower Richmond Road, London, SW15 1EJ
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At RiverHomes, our mission is to communicate the unique benefits of living by the water to as many people as possible - and we're immensely proud that our entire company is dedicated to helping people live the waterside dream. RiverHomes began in 2003 as a family-owned business - and that's what it remains today: one father and two sons who jointly lead a team of over 30 loyal, dedicated and hardworking employees who we consider to be just as much a part of our family.

We know everything there is to know about waterside living - not just property prices, but the best areas to see the wildlife, the optimal times to take a boat out, the friendliest pubs, the prettiest nearby parks... and so much more! You couldn't find a more knowledgeable group of people to market a property or show you around one.

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