Very spacious houseboat with extensive living comfort. Including: two very spacious living rooms, free-standing French bed, air conditioning, 10 kVA generator, 6 large solar panels, central heating, lithium batteries, extensive Victron system, separate office, etc.Luxurious and comfortable living & sailing (and working from 'home'/ship).Fully self-supported through, among other things, lithium batteries combined with 2 kW solar panels and 10 kVA Mitsubishi generator.From U-shaped kitchen (with steam oven, dishwasher) to separate work/study room,And from air conditioning & central heating throughout the ship to large roof terrace.Everything is on board to enjoy and live wonderfully on this characterful houseboat.This is an industrial ship, originally built for the Rijkswaterstaat, converted into a luxurious houseboat with all the comforts of today, while retaining original details.The ship is part of the 'Ships Carousel' and is also registered under Sailing Heritage. This gives you several interesting options for mooring places (throughout the Netherlands). We are happy to inform you about the (additional) benefits of this.Impression:Upon entering, one arrives in the atmospheric and spacious wheelhouse. The wheelhouse is equipped with a raised long L-shaped bench, providing a wide view over the water while in the harbor or during sailing. The raised corner bench has rounded corners and there is plenty of storage space on the opposite side. The steering position is equipped with a characteristic steering wheel and an extensive instrument panel. The cockpit contains handy additions such as hydraulic bow thruster and autopilot. The instrument panel is well-equipped but also easy to understand (even for the beginner 'skipper').The wheelhouse is directly connected to the large aft cabin, which also has plenty of daylight through large windows on both sides. This living space features a large, modern U-shaped kitchen. The kitchen has all conceivable options such as steam oven, dishwasher, induction cooking (4 burners), and Quooker. Adjacent to the kitchen is the dining table with fixed benches. From the aft cabin, there is a 'view' towards the wheelhouse, enhancing the spatial feeling in the ship.On the opposite side of the seating area is the coffee corner.The combination of the wheelhouse and aft cabin, both with spacious living areas, offers many possibilities for family/friends on board.The ship is equipped with central heating with radiators throughout the ship. This provides a very pleasant, constant warmth. Additionally, the ship is well insulated. This makes it very pleasant to stay both in summer and winter. Besides the central heating, the ship also has a complete air conditioning system. The air conditioners can cool as well as heat.At the front of the ship is the master bedroom, equipped with a very spacious free-standing French bed. French bed, so you can walk around the bed. There are also several spacious wardrobes and cabinets with shelves for various clothing.Midship (on the port side) is the 2nd bedroom with 3rd and 4th fixed sleeping places. The 2nd bedroom is currently used as an office. The office can also be converted back into a bedroom, leaving space for a (smaller) separate office.The ship has a spacious, tiled bathroom with a generous shower, large toilet, washbasin furniture, and towel radiator.Practical matters have also been considered, such as a separate laundry room. The laundry room has a washer-dryer combination, various storage spaces for clothing, and also a freezer.The ship is equipped with a very smoothly running and powerful Mercedes ship diesel. An extremely reliable engine, which is also very suitable against the current on rivers. The engine noise in the wheelhouse is minimal, partly due to the solid engine room insulation, making for a wonderfully relaxing sailing experience. The cutter has excellent sailing characteristics due to its round bilge shape combined with a solid rudder and is a reliable companion for both domestic and foreign waters.Specifications:Length: approx. 18.50 mWidth: approx. 4.42 mDraft: approx. 1.65 mAir draft: approx. 3.45 mTastefully finished yard cladding, with various curves250 hp Mercedes OM403 ship diesel (reliable and strong engine)TwinDisc MG-509 reversing gearboxHydraulic steering systemDiesel-fired central heating from ACV with Hansa burner and hot water functionCentral heating throughout the shipBathroom and office: infrared panelWater filter system with UV sterilizer10 kVA Mitsubishi Generator (silent generator)Very spacious headroom (approx. 200 + cm)Lithium battery set (16 kWh Lifepo4)8000 Watt Victron Quattro 24VVictron isolation transformer2000 Watt solar panels (via 6 large panels on the wheelhouse roof)Starter battery set with its own chargerShower mixer tap with hot waterSpacious toiletWater supply system with drinking water pumpElectrical system neatly bundledEquipped with 24V and 230V distribution boardsLED lightingExtensive Victron systemVictron Quattro 8000W / 24VVictron isolation transformerVictron SmartsolarShore power connection (2025)Flat report: Yes (2024)(Very solid flat: skin thicknesses 5.3 to 7.0 mm)Diesel approx. 1500 litersDrinking water approx. 1500 litersWastewater tank approx. 1000 litersExtensive dashboard (also easy to understand)Equipped with tachometer, oil pressure gauge, temperature gaugeRudder position indicator, depth gauge, Victron control panelAutopilot (brand: Radio Zeeland Delta 500 pilot)2 pieces of VHF radio (brand: Sailor)AIS (brand: Em-Trak a100)Windscreen wiperSearchlightCompletely gas-free ship (safe)Spacious master bedroom with free-standing French bed4 fixed sleeping places (+ 2 extra sleeping places)Two generous living areasSeparate officeLarge raised L-seating area in the wheelhouseDining table with fixed benches in the rear living areaModern kitchen with various appliances (2023)4-burner cooktop (2023)Dishwasher (2023)Steam oven (2023)Quooker (2023)Refrigerator (2023)Separate battery pack for starting and consumptionSpacious and organized technical roomWasher-dryer combinationLots of natural light in the shipNatural ventilation throughout the shipEtc.Price: 389,000You will get the best impression during a viewing of this unique houseboat.To come and see, feel free to call:- The ship is located in Meppel -Mobile: (06) 4760 4458Ronnie PompAbout us:ShipCreationsOld Ships, New LifeShipCreations gives characteristic ships a new life; a 2nd life.Ships with a story, converted for living and enjoying on the water.You can count on personal contact, service, and aftercare (even after the sale).Additional wishes? Everything is made 'in-house' with us.Active in boats and shipping for 4 generations.Keywords:Dutch barge, harbor boat, cutter, ex-customs boat, luxury motor, sailing houseboat, houseboat, luxury motor ship, clipper, parlevinker, round bilge cutter, ships carousel, living on the water.