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| About all of the barges
Compared to traditional narrowboats
these barges are wider to provide more floor space, comfort and extra stability.
The greater living space allows for independent carpeted bedrooms, at least
one private bathroom, flush toilet with modern sewage disposal, smart modern
galley area for easy meal cooking and preparation and adapters for recharging
phones, iPods, laptops etc. The provision of radio, cd players and television
vary from boat to boat. Interior is woodpanelled and the hull is exceptionally
sturdy steel.
Each barge has very effective heating
to create a very cozy atmosphere during the low season months. First, there
is the wood burning stove that also burns turf and peat briquettes (fuel
supplied). Supporting this is a very efficient gas central heating system.
Dutch class barges
Top of the range barges with two en
suite double bedrooms and home style lounge with settees. Perfect luxury
boat for one or two couples or singles with the convenience of a covered
wheelhouse. These barges are steered by wheel rather than by tiller.
Legend & Legend De Luxe class
barges
The most popular choice of barges hired.
These barges can comfortable accommodate up to 6 adults or 4 adults and
4 children. The barges are traditionally tiller steered. Some folks may
think this is a problem if it rains but usually there are many more dry
hours than wet ones and you'll appreciate steering in the fresh air of
the waterways. Also there is much more relaxation space at the fore, aft
and on the roof than on the Dutch barges.
The difference between the Regular and
De Luxe boats is generally age. De Luxe boats are the most recently built
and have slightly more modern appliances.
Folk class barges
Similar design to Legend barges but
is shorter and more intimate. Though two couples or a couple and single,
such as a friend or child, can travel with comfort this boat is preferred
by most couples wanting to cruise alone. This boat is a perfect choice
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| The hiring period is from Saturday
3:00 pm until the following Saturday at 9:00 am. Sometimes this can be
adjusted a little but this is subject to needs of the people needing the
barge before and after your hire period.
Training only takes about 30 minutes
as barges are easy to drive and are very tough and safe should you make
a mistake. No licenses are required, so that says something about the ease
and safety of barge navigation. For easiest navigation, minimal locks and
best scenery we recommend heading east. Once you set off on Saturday afternoon
you will reach the beautiful Lough Garradice with ease. We highly recommend
the first night at Swan Island restaurant and marina.
A barge holiday or vacation is very
good value as it provides accommodation and transport in one package. The
rates below are per boat per week and not per person per week. Two people
sharing is very affordable in addition to being a wonderful experience.
Four people sharing is unbelievably inexpensive per person. |
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Dutch
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Legend
De Luxe
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Legend
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Folk
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3rd Feb - 17th March
29th Sept- 3rd Nov. |
€ 830.00
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€ 745.00
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€ 695.00
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€ 590.00
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17th March - 28th April
8th Sept -29th Sept |
€1020.00
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€ 940.00
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€ 880.00
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€ 790.00
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28th April - 16th June
18th Aug- 8th Sept |
€1180.00
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€1100.00
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€1030.00
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€ 970.00
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| 16th June - 18th Aug |
€1430.00
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€1400.00
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€1290.00
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€1170.00
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Book Through Celtic Ways
First, complete and click the simple
form below. In the "hiring dates and questions" box type in the dates you
are interested in. I will reply by emails to confirm availability, rental
price, and terms.
Rental prices range from €560 -
€1370 a week depending on size of boat and time you are cruising.
The cost shared by 4 people provides an inexpensive vacation that's also
very affordable for 2 people looking for a romantic getaway. |
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