A British entrepreneur is selling his yacht that was designed like a barge so it could cruise shallow canals in Europe. Look inside the $2.7 million 'barge-yacht.'

Katie WarrenApr 22, 2021, 08:54 IST

Savvy was designed for cruisingcanals and rivers in Europe.Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing

A British entrepreneur is selling his 97-foot luxury yacht that resembles a river barge for about $2.7 million.
Called "Savvy," the yacht was designed to cruise the shallow rivers and canals of Europe.
Savvy has indoor and outdoor lounge and dining areas, a Jacuzzi, and three en-suite cabins that can sleep six guests.

A British entrepreneur is selling his 97-foot luxury yacht that was designed to cruise the shallow rivers and canals of Europe like a barge. He's selling it for 2.25 million euros, or about $2.7 million.

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A British entrepreneur is selling his 97-foot luxury yacht that was designed to cruise the shallow rivers and canals of Europe like a barge. He's selling it for 2.25 million euros, or about $2.7 million.

With its extremely shallow hull, Savvy was designed for cruising inland waterways throughout Europe and is "perfectly suited for even the shallowest waters," according to the listings.

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With its extremely shallow hull, Savvy was designed for cruising inland waterways throughout Europe and is "perfectly suited for even the shallowest waters," according to the listings.

The yacht is also relatively inexpensive to operate, as dockage within the canals and rivers is cheap, de Savary said.

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The yacht has a spacious central seating area inside.

Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing

The lounge area's entertainment center includes a pop-up flatscreen TV.

Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing

Outside, there are plenty of seating and al fresco dining areas.

Savvy was designed for cruising canals and rivers in Europe. Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing

The outdoor dining area is covered so cruisers can enjoy a meal outside even in the rain or hot sun.

Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing

And don't forget about the Jacuzzi.

Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing

Savvy can sleep up to six guests in three cabins.

Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing

Each cabin comes with its own ensuite bathroom.

Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing

One of the guest suites can convert into an office area.

Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing

The kitchen features two ranges and expansive counter space.

Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing

A window opens it up to the nautical-themed dining area.

Peter Insull's Yacht Marketing

The previous owner spent $1.3 million on new furniture and upholstery just before de Savary bought the yacht in 2016, he told Robb Report.

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"Savvy is like the best luxury penthouse you'll find in Milan or Manhattan," de Savary told Robb Report.

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A British entrepreneur is selling his yacht that was designed like a barge so it could cruise shallow canals in Europe. Look inside the $2.7 million 'barge-yacht.'

A British entrepreneur is selling his 97-foot luxury yacht that was designed to cruise the shallow rivers and canals of Europe like a barge. He's selling it for 2.25 million euros, or about $2.7 million.

With its extremely shallow hull, Savvy was designed for cruising inland waterways throughout Europe and is "perfectly suited for even the shallowest waters," according to the listings.

The yacht is also relatively inexpensive to operate, as dockage within the canals and rivers is cheap, de Savary said.

The yacht has a spacious central seating area inside.

The lounge area's entertainment center includes a pop-up flatscreen TV.

Outside, there are plenty of seating and al fresco dining areas.

The outdoor dining area is covered so cruisers can enjoy a meal outside even in the rain or hot sun.

And don't forget about the Jacuzzi.

Savvy can sleep up to six guests in three cabins.

Each cabin comes with its own ensuite bathroom.

One of the guest suites can convert into an office area.

The kitchen features two ranges and expansive counter space.

A window opens it up to the nautical-themed dining area.

The previous owner spent $1.3 million on new furniture and upholstery just before de Savary bought the yacht in 2016, he told Robb Report.

"Savvy is like the best luxury penthouse you'll find in Milan or Manhattan," de Savary told Robb Report.