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Simon Stone

This week is all about life on the water, with a focus on one of the capital’s best permanent moorings where two wonderful barges are currently for sale.

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River city people.

Discover the wonderful setting and river community of Hermitage Moorings, just 600m upstream from Tower Bridge among the historic warehouses and wharves of Wapping.

PROPERTY FOR SALE

Twee Artsen.

This historic Dutch barge extends to 1,320 sq ft with a length of 28.3m, a beam of 5m and a light-filled interior that offers a pleasant flow between the living and sleeping areas.

For sale at £600,000.

PROPERTY FOR SALE

Marinus.

Quite possibly the most well-appointed historic barge currently on the River Thames. With a length of 31.43m, a width of 6.10m, and a height of 4.2m, this iconic Dutch sailing vessel has been impeccably refurbished.

For sale at £975,000.

About the Author

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Simon Stone
Simon Stone has been an estate agent for nearly 30 years. He began his career in South East London, then spent 18 years at the heart of the emerging Shoreditch market, selling countless lofts and warehouse apartments and building a substantial client base. He co-founded the successful estate agency Davey Stone, with branches in Shoreditch, Brick Lane and Broadway Market, which was acquired in March 2016. His continued passion for distinctive property and interiors now rests firmly with Unique Property Company. Outside of work, you’ll find him trawling travel websites and blogs, or exploring The South Bank with his wife and three children — a journey that always ends at Borough Market.

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