Boatshed Essex are pleased to be presenting this unique Otarie Class steel motor yacht for sale. With plenty of space outside and in, it provides an opportunity for both living on board and for extensive cruising. From the history, and as detailed in the listing, we can see that this boat has benefited from extensive investment and is just now in need of some exterior painting. The forward decks are wide and provide plenty of working space. With the addition of a wheelhouse creating an extension the the living space and all round views and protection from the weather. The interior... read more

We are pleased to be presenting this Sealine F37, which brings all of the quality and specification expected of a these boats into a Motor Cruiser suitable for rivers and capable of longer distance cruising. The cockpit provides plenty of space, along with the flybridge and sunbathing area, as does the large foredeck area. The interior is light, benefitting from plenty of windows and is spacious and roomy. The open saloon contains the well equipped helming position and set lower is the separate galley; forward to the 2 separate double cabins and Jack and Jill heads with an ensuite separa... read more

Boatshed Essex are delighted to feature this delightful Sailing Barge, packed with history, modernisation, comfort and performance. Built in 1905, by Humphrey and Grey, in iron, she was a bonded, spirit barge, mainly carrying tea (unrigged). She had sweeps to navigate on the tides fitted, also with a rudder and tiller steering. From 1958 she became one of four training barges for, Lightermen on the River Thames, during which time she had a new bottom and rubbing band. During the 1970's, the vessel was converted to a swim head sailing barge, with budget stern, a gaff rig, including shrouds ... read more

Boatshed Essex are pleased to present this Ernie Diamond 26ft Catamaran. These catamarans were designed and built to provide a solid, fast cruising platform, giving a longer cruising range, The owner comments: "every inch of the boat seems solid, very light and supposedly very fast too". When I visited the boat, I was impressed by the space it provided and it was spacious and bright, with good headroom in the hulls. The main saloon seating converts into a transverse double bunk, with two large singles in each hull plus a separate wet room style heads, with shower, and a separate galley, ... read more

This houseboat is stunning in so many ways. From its inception to launch, the design build and final presentation of this luxury home has been painstakingly thought through and built. The internal accommodation is across two decks as you enter through the companion way you have a store room immediately on your left and then walk into the open and spacious galley featuring a number of luxury items including a Quooker. Further forward is a stylish and relaxing upper saloon featuring a gorgeous log burner and twin doors opening out onto a spacious cockpit. The cockpit is a great place to s... read more

A lovely opportunity to purchase a Dutch sailing barge originally built in 1979. She spent 14 years over in Holland and was finally brought over to Essex during September 1993. From July 2010 her second English owner installed a new engine, diesel tanks, water tanks, hydraulic steering and GPS. The current owner (the third owner) installed new heads, reflex stove, VHF, navigation lights and solar panel. All the main running rigging was replaced during 2022 and 2023. The last insurance survey on the slipway was carried out on the 9th June 2020 and so a copy is available if you woul... read more

This is a unique opportunity to purchase a classic motor yacht, with only 34 of the 48's ever built. Rampart boat building works developed a reputation for producing quality motor boats that were traditionally styled, fast, with good sea keeping abilities and were well specified. Ideal for use as a liveaboard, second home or for comfortable cruising, with plenty of accommodation and style. From the spacious and light wheelhouse, moving forward to the master cabin there is additional office space, stowage and access to the recently added en-suite wet room. Moving aft from the wheelhous... read more

The Fairline Phantom 37 brings all of the quality and specification expected of a these boats into a Motor Cruiser capable of inland and offshore use alike. The cockpit provides plenty of space along with the flybridge, as does the large foredeck area, equally spacious as a sun deck. The interior is light, benefitting from plenty of windows and is spacious and roomy. The open saloon contains the well equipped helming position and set lower is the separate galley; then, forward to the 2 separate cabins and Jack and Jill heads with shower. This version presents as well maintained (detaile... read more

The Maxum 1800 SR3 is a great looking performance boat and ideal for those looking for the thrills (and spills!) of watersports. She could of course be used for simply spending time on the water with family and friends. This particular version is offered for sale and includes a road-going trailer and is powered by the ever popular upgraded Mercuiser 4.3 V6. engine that delivers 220hp. The engine was serviced last year and in total has only done 354 hours since new. Also of particular note..... - The decking has been covered with a very attractive grey flexi teak material which giv... read more

A nice example of this US fast fisher that ticks a lot of boxes! She appears ready for the season ahead and offers a lot of value for money. In the cockpit there is plenty of space for up to 5/6 people to go fishing, but is also spacious enough to moor up and have a picnic. She would be perfect for someone looking for a fast boat that could be used for fishing or simply enjoying being on the water, perhaps for watersports. The engine is an Evinrude 250hp, which is one of their most powerful and economical engines. The owner advised that she delivers a punchy performance and will hi... read more