Tjalk Varend Woonschip (sailboat) for sale

A houseboat with a mooring for residential use in the heart of Rotterdam

Located in the heart of Rotterdam is this charming, historic houseboat measuring approximately 16.50 × 4.00 meters. A comfortable living space with its own address, suitable for one to two people.

The open-concept kitchen features a (high) counter with a natural stone countertop, a corner sofa, cabinet space, and a navigation table/workspace. The mahogany paneling, partially varnished, gives the interior a pleasant and characterful atmosphere. The headroom ranges from approximately 1.90 to 2.05 meters.

The bathroom with shower and toilet and the bedroom are accessible from the small hallway. A separate guest room is located beneath the mast deck.

The boat has been well maintained mechanically. A reconditioned 100 pk Cummins engine was installed in 2019. The paint job was completely redone in 2025 and 2026; the last docking and inspection took place on August 1, 2026.

The complete set of sails is present and in good condition. The wooden mast needs to be replaced.

In short: a charming and well-maintained houseboat in a unique location in Rotterdam. Compact and fully equipped for comfortable living and sailing

Features

No boating license required (Length at the waterline: 14.90 meters)

Located in the heart of Rotterdam

Suitable for 1 to 2 people

Headroom: 1.90–2.05 meters

Mahogany interior

open-concept kitchen

bedroom, separate guest room, storage in the forepeak

Bathroom with shower and toilet

refurbished Cummins engine, installed in 2019

easy to maneuver

Complete set of sails available and in good condition

wooden mast in need of replacement

Paint job 2025/2026—not subject to certification

recent hull survey report

Practical advantages: Not subject to certification requirements, Exempt from transfer tax, Mortgage possible (thanks to a permanent address)

Accommodation
Material, colours: Corner sofa with calfskin upholstery
Headroom: Headroom ranges from 2.05 to 1.90 meters
Other: Natural stone countertop, kitchen remodeled in 2019

Engine, electrics, water
Dynamo: 24 V at the motor
Solar panel: 5 Felible panels on the roof
Hot water: 40-Liter Water Heater
Serial number: Refurbished and installed in 2019
Rig and sails
Winches: 2x sword winches, 1x anchor/mast-strike winch
Other: Mast winch, overhauled in 2022

Mast and boom: Larix

Note on the mast: No longer reliable enough for sailing

Safety
Other: Gas bunker present, no longer in use as such

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