ALPHI 49M PIPER DUTCH BARGE

On the way to Piper Port in St Jean de Losne, 21170, France

 

£250,000 VAT PAID*

Alphi is a much-admired barge wherever she cruises and is very easily cruised by 1 or more people.

She was built by Piper Boats Ltd in the UK and launched in October 2014 and spent the first 6 years on the river Thames as our home. She was transported by lorry to Europe in October 2020, where we have spent 6 months of each year enjoying the water ways of Europe.

Certificated to a Category C, she is fitted with all the necessary equipment to meet the specifications and is ideal for use on rivers and canals. At 14.9m she requires no additional licencing or inspections and is an ideal size to be accepted at most marinas, her size is also a benefit when negotiating tight spaces and fits under the tightest of bridges on the European waterways.

Since launching in 2014, we have spent many pleasurable trips going up and down the Thames. Taking her into Europe was our dream and we have enjoyed our years cruising the lovely waterways and enjoying the warm summers of Europe.

Date of Build: 2014
Overall length: 49ft / 14.95m 
Overall beam: 13’ 9” / 4.23m 
Air draft: 2.95m   
Dry Weight: 29 tonne

  • Engine: Beta Marine 105hp turbo charged (single)
  • Fuel Type: Diesel
  • Drive Type: Shaft Drive
  • External Construction: Steel
  • Main Fuel Tank: 1200 litres
  • Heating Fuel Tank: 300 litres
  • Fresh Water Tank: 1200 litres
  • Black Waste Tank: 1000 litres
  • Registry: SSR
  • Blokland box cooler
  • 12,000btu aircon to bedroom
  • 5kw marine genset with less than 700 hours run time
  • Webasto diesel fire heating unit (2 years old) running radiators to Saloon, Bedroom and Wheelhouse 
  • Heated towel rail and underfloor heating to Bathroom
  • 75ltr hot water storage tank with 1kw immersion heater
  • Reflex stove to Saloon
  • Electronic Vetus Bow and Stern Thrusters
  • Manual 50 kg anchor
  • Hydraulic steering
  • Mastervolt inverter/charger
  • Mastervolt Isolation Transformer
  • 6x Solar Panels providing 700watts of power 
  • Vitron energy SmartSolar charge controller MPPT 100/50 Bluetooth.
  • Flexiteek decking to stern deck
  • Canopy, fully encloses rear deck area, with interchangeable panels
  • Summer and winter canopies to dogbox
  • Oyster sat system with twin LNB
  • External ariel for WiFi boosting
  • LG Washer/Dryer
  • Bosch integrated slimline dishwasher
  • Brita water filter integrated to main galley tap
  • All cruising gear to be included

Accommodation

Alphi is fully insulated, double glazed and heated throughout. The central heating and hot water is provided by engine, Immersion Heater or the Webasto oil-fired boiler which heats radiators in the Wheelhouse, Saloon, Master Bedroom and heated Towel Rail in the Shower room - the system can be operated manually or via the a HeatmiserNeo app. Additional heat can be gained from the Refleks Oil Powered stove in the saloon.

Alphi also benefits from having 700 watts of solar power, this is provided by 6 Flexi panels and controlled by a Vitron energy SmartSolar charge controller MPPT 100/50 Bluetooth controller app.

Master Bedroom

The master bedroom is a comfortable carpeted space with a walk round King size bed, storage is located under the mattress and drawers either side. The Bow Thruster is also located in this area. There are built in units consisting of draws, a good-sized double cupboard, a full double wardrobe, open shelving, bed side storage draws and cupboards, reading lights to each side of bed and a small vanity unit. This room also has the luxury of being air conditioned, this is operated via a small control panel.

Bathroom

The large shower room features a tiled floor with a walk-in shower, a heated towel rail and underfloor heating available via control panel located in master bedroom, the toilet is Jabsco with an electric flush/macerator system, wash basin with mixer tap and cupboard storage.

Saloon

The saloon is a cosy and comfortable area whatever the weather. There are built in cupboards either side under the gunwales with space and connections for a HD TV connected to an Oyster Satellite dish (auto search). The refleks oil powered stove with fan is a nice addition along with the large underfloor storage area for all those important supplies. The Dog box gives plenty of day light and has 2 external covers, one for winter and one for summer, internally, there is a fly screen and black out blind. The laundry space is also located in this area with a washer/dryer - including shelving and space for an ironing board.

The Galley

A good sized galley fitted with all amenities of home including fridge/freezer, single fan assisted gas oven with integrated grill, microwave, slimline dishwasher, sink with Brita filter mixer tap, 4 burner gas hob with a fully vented extractor hood. There is an ample selection of storage for food supplies and all crockery, cutlery, pots, and pans.

The saloon and galley have lamented flooring for ease of cleaning.

Second Toilet

The toilet is Jabsco with an electric flush/macerator system, a small hand basin with mixer tap.

The Wheelhouse

Steps lead up from the saloon to the wheelhouse, a fabulous area to relax and enjoy the views. The wheelhouse is the point of entry and the stable doors have been fitted with anti-bump security locks. The split windscreen has a opening centre window along with the skylight for additional ventilation. All windows have full pull-down blinds with the windscreen blind being operated electronically. A good-sized drop-leaf dining table with upholstered bench seating either side. There is storage under the port side bench and access to the engine room is under the starboard side bench seat; this then leads out onto the rear tek deck via the double opening doors. The rear deck has a full canvas canopy allowing all year use, there are interchangeable panels depending on the season. A Lazarette allows for additional storage like BBQ’s, ropes, pins etc.

Engine Room

Steps lead down into the engine room where you will find the Mastervolt electrical system, the battery bank, the Keel cooled engine cooling system, 5kw diesel generator, Hot water tank, Webasto heating unit (2 years old), Stern Thruster, Weed Hatch inspection point, storage for tools and equipment, domestic freezer and central to the space is the Beta Marine 105hp turbo charged engine coupled to a PRM hydraulic gearbox.

Cruising and Navigation Equipment

Located on the dashboard area in the wheelhouse are all the controls needed for when on the move. There is a selection of switches that control the navigation lights, horn, windscreen wiper, steaming light, anchor light and deck lights. There are numerous gauges that provides information regarding RPM, oil pressure, battery voltage and temperature, Rudder angle and water depth. The Raymarine VHS DSC radio is installed here along with Raymarine Chart Plotter. The Joysticks for the Bow and Stern Thrusters are also located here.

Construction

  • All steel construction
  • 13mm Lloyds grade A shotblasted & primed base plate
  • 8mm Lloyds grade A shotblasted and primed hull sides
  • 5mm Lloyds grade A shotblasted and primed superstructure
  • 6 double stainless bollards, 2 single stainless-steel bollards
  • Lofrans mechanical windlass with anchor and chain

Included in the Sale

  • Ropes, Fenders and mooring pins
  • Electrical cables and plug adapters
  • Hose and connectors
  • Boat hooks
  • Life Jackets
  • Emergency Ladders
  • Throw lines
  • Fire extinguishers and fire blanket
  • CO2 detector
  • Gas Bottles

 

*VAT STATUS  - Alphi was in Europe before 31st December 2020 and, as such, retains the Union Status where VAT has been accounted for.