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Residential Seamaster    £42,995 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Stardancer, a Seamaster 34 that has been lovingly transformed into a comfortable static home, on a secure residential mooring. Stardancer offers comfortable living that belies her size, and would make an ideal first home or weekend retreat, all in the secure confines of a marina withing walking distance of Rochester High Street. Stardancer has a good sized double cabin aft with plenty of built in storage. there is a shower room with a good sized shower. A hallway has plenty of built in storage, electric immersion heater and hot water boiler, washing machine (and battery storage. The main living area has seating, a beautiful Victoria II stove that comfortably heats the entire boat, and a kitchenette with sink, gas oven and hob, fridge and freezer, as well as a good amount of work top and storage. This area offers plenty of light. Steps lead down to the forward cabin, with V berth, storage and a toilet compartment with macerator toilet. Vinyl flooring and carpet tiles have been part laid, with the rest on the boat to be finished. Externally the boat has a good amount of usable space, and would benefit from an aesthetic tidy up and paint. Stardancer has been completely refitted over several years to create a lovely and affordable home that offers very economical on going costs, and is currently on the hard standing so would be easy to survey if required. Year: 1974 Length: 34' 5" Location: Borstal Kent UK Status: Available Price: £42,995 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Stunning Purpose Built Floating Home   £160,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Alegria, a delightful purpose built houseboat finished to an extremely high specification throughout, offering space, light and comfortable living. Alegria has had no expense spared in her build, with great thought given to ease of living and ongoing costs. She was completely refitted two years ago by the previous owners, including the extension of the outside terrace and the wonderful skylight. Entering through new bi-fold doors from the good sized outside area you are immediately struck by the sense of space due to the large double glazed windows, skylight and excellent head height running throughout the boat. The lounge/kitchen area is spacious, and boasts new flooring and a Burley high efficiency log burner, that compliments the full gas central heating. The gas combi boiler is only one year old and extremely efficient. The kitchen area has a microwave, integrated gas oven and hob , fridge freezer and dishwasher.There is also plenty of storage and work tops of excellent quality. A corridor leads to the shower room, with large shower cubicle, hand basin, and a macerator toilet. There is also space for a washing machine in this shower room. The guest bedroom has room for a small double bed or sofa bed, and has built in storage.The main bedroom is a good sized double with plenty of storage. She was out of the water in May 2019 and was painted and had new anodes fitted. She was built of 10/6/5 mm steel. Externally she has a unique look as well as plenty of space to enjoy your surroundings. The attention to detail and finish of Alegria are very impressive, and she should be considered a spacious, energy efficient and economical home. Year: 2014 Length: 57' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £160,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Historic Tug to Convert   £34,950 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present TID172, an historic tug on a residential mooring ready to convert to a character home. TID 172 was one of 183 tugs built between 1943 and 1946 to replace tugs lost through enemy action in World war II, and also to assist the preparations for the invasion of France. TID 172 is now on a residential mooring in a small working boatyard on the river Medway, and with some thought and work can be a home of real character. The engines are still in place however she does not currently run due to issues with the boiler. There is plenty of room to work with to create a unique home, there is also the option of removing the engines to create more room and a freer flowing accommodation. There is currently a good sized forward cabin, a small deck level galley, and a small deck level shower and toilet. There is also a wheelhouse which could be extended to create further accommodation.There is further space available next to the engine room to create even more living area. Externally there is some good outside space to enjoy the surroundings. The tug itself was out of the water in 2018 and after survey it had some plating work done, and so the hull is still in good condition with excellent thicknesses. This is a great opportunity to create a wonderful character home. Year: 1946 Length: 65' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £34,950 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Static ex Trawler to Complete   £39,995 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Sula, a converted small trawler in need of finishing but offering a nice living area and structurally very sound. Sula has been, and still is, out of the water where the hull has been worked on and then painted, so is in excellent condition. The main structure has been fitted with all new double glazed units, the cladding has been 3/4 completed with the outstanding cladding ready to be fitted. Internally Sula has been fitted out in a mixture of contemporary and classic styles. There is a built in double berth with storage underneath, and a main living area with further storage, a small galley area, and saloon. Steps lead down to a front area currently used as storage, but with some work could become a good sized wetroom/toilet. Sula needs a form of heating and hot water provision, a cooker and a bathroom to be fully useable as a houseboat. A gas combi boiler could be fitted to provide this, with the storage space mentioned earlier ideal to create a wet room. There is a small amount of external space, and Sula's size means that ongoing costs such as mooring fees, heating etc are going to be very economical. A charming small houseboat with potential for improvement, a secure residential mooring and a very sound and well maintained hull, Sula could be a lovely home. Year: 1965 Length: 33' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £39,995 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Trawler for Completion   £55,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Grampian Quest, an exceptional opportunity to convert a trawler into an outstanding character home, with the benefit of being able to live aboard whilst converting. Grampian Quest offers plenty of accommodation already converted, including three double bedrooms, lounge, and a large bathroom with shower, toilet and hand basin. There is also a second toilet. The wheelhouse has been converted to a kitchen diner, with lots of windows allowing light and spectacular views.There are another four areas ready to convert convert. There is currently a log burner in the lounge, part diesel fired heating, and a gas water boiler for hot water. There are four large deck areas to enjoy your surroundings, the mooring itself offers spectacular views along and across the river Medway. The boat is part wired and part plumbed, and has been well insulated. There is also the large engine room, which could also be converted should you choose to remove the engine. This is a fantastic opportunity to create a large, character home, with huge potential and stunning views. The trawler is freehold and the residential mooring is leasehold. Year: 1959 Length: 110' Location: Medway Kent UK Status: Price Reduced Price: £55,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Converted Coaster   £125,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Onward Mariner, an ex coaster offering incredible space both internally and externally, whilst retaining the feel of a ship. Onward Mariner has accommodation on two levels making it an incredible family home. Entrance is through an original doorway to what was the crews quarters. This has a lounge area, galley, shower room, toilet, double cabin and a cabin with two original bunks. A wide stairway leads down to the main hold which has amazing headroom throughout, utilising much or the internal steelwork. Accommodation comprises an extremely spacious dining area, large lounge , fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms and a family bathroom. There is a large amount of storage throughout this truly unique home, which has diesel fired central heating and gas fired hot water. Externally there is a massive 70' deck that is currently turfed, two further deck spaces and a wheelhouse that offers amazing views and is a comfortable sun lounge. There is still lots that can be done to make this your own home, but you are able to live in comfort whilst completing the project. The boat was surveyed before being converted where there was access to the entire hull. If you are looking for amazing space, character and uniqueness then Onward Mariner must be viewed to be appreciated. Year: 1970 Length: 132' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £125,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Massive Houseboat    £250,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Perch, a stunningly spacious and unique houseboat conversion,offering amazing accommodation Perch has been created over three levels to create a substantial family home, and has been well thought out and includes external access all the way around each level. The top level offers three large bedrooms, one with an en suite, a family bathroom, an office and a good sized lounge with doors leading to a small terrace. The middle level has further bedrooms, another lounge, toilet, and a large fully fitted kitchen/diner, with access to the main terrace that offers beautiful views across the marina. The lower level has a home cinema, with balcony seating looking down from the middle level. Next to that there is a large area that was a dance floor and bar, which is now empty and ready to be turned into whatever you wish. There are two stairways between each level for convenience and safety.There is full gas fired central heating, and all the windows are upvc double glazed units. Perch needs finishing touches throughout, but nothing major in any area. The current owner has ensured that any issues the boat may have had have been sorted, and she is a very sound structurally. This is an amazing opportunity to purchase a substantial family home for a fraction of the price it would cost on land. Perch is incredibly comfortable and spacious to live in now, but still offers the chance for you to put your own mark on her, and she really has to be viewed to appreciate the size and space available. Year: 1970 Length: 100' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £250,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Contemporary Static Home   £124,995 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Kenrose, a well maintained, contemporary static home refurbished to a very high standard, offering affordable ongoing costs and comfortable living. Kenrose has been extremely well decorated throughout, and comes complete with all double glazed windows and full LPG fired central heating with a regularly serviced gas combi boiler. The lounge area is a good size, with windows along the entire width of the home, giving plenty of light and a charming view. The kitchen is fully equipped and has plenty of work surface and storage. There is a gas oven and hob and an Indesit fridge freezer. The shower room has a good sized shower cubicle, hand basin and toilet. There are two bedrooms, a comfortable single and a good sized double. There is good quality flooring throughout. Externally, Kenrose has been completely reclad using a composite that requires little maintenance, offers good insulation and looks exceptional. There is a nice sized deck area to enjoy your surroundings, and Kenrose benefits from a mooring alongside the pontoon with nothing next to her. Externally she has recently been repainted. Kenrose offers affordable ongoing costs, secure and comfortable living, and easy ongoing maintenance, and a lovely example of a purpose built, static floating home. Year: 1997 Length: 42' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £124,995 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Character Houseboat   £149,995 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Fireflair, a beautifully decorated static houseboat, offering character, space and economical living. Fireflair was originally commissioned by the war office, and has also seen active service as a fire boat on the Thames before being tastefully converted to a houseboat. The upstairs accommodation is split into two parts. The beautifully decorated lounge has space as well as a warm homely feel, with classic wooden panelled walls giving a traditional feel to the room. The many windows allow plenty of light. Next to this the owners have created a comfortable office area which can be separated from the main saloon when needed. Glass doors lead to a fitted kitchen/dining area, with plenty of work top and storage space. Again there are plenty of windows allowing lots of natural light and giving a light and airy feel. This kitchen comes with fridge, freezer and oven, and also has a log burner and space for a dining table.. A panelled stairway from this room leads to the downstairs accommodation. A door leads through to a large double bedroom, again beautifully fitted out with wooden panelling and plenty of built in storage. There are opening portholes on both sides, that not only provide light and airflow, but also act as an authentic reminder of the boats character and history. A door leads from this bedroom to another double bedroom also beautifully fitted out and with built in storage . A door leads from this room to a large storage area. A second door from the stairway leads to the family bathroom, extremely well fitted out in a U shape with the bath placed in the centre. The bathroom also has a toilet and hand basin, and a doorway leads from the bathroom to a utility room, that could also easily be a third bedroom. This area houses the washer and dryer. The boat is fully centrally heated using kerosene, and is extremely well insulated throughout, making it very economical to heat. All windows and doors are upvc double glazed units. The boat has comfortable deck space at both ends, and has been well maintained by the current owners, regularly dry docked to be painted and have anodes replaced when needed. This was last done in 2018. This is a lovely example of a well maintained and comfortable family home, at a very competitive price. Fire flair enjoys good accommodation which offers comfortable living, whilst retaining her character . Year: 1955 Length: 64' Location: Medway Kent UK Status: Available Price: £149,995 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Low Maintenance Floating Home    £169,995 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present this brand new floating home. Designed by their owners to create low maintenance, economical and comfortable homes, it has been created by placing a brand new top of the range park home on a concrete float. The concrete float ensures that there are little or no ongoing maintenance costs, and the cladding of the home ensures the same, so this really is carefree, economical living at its best. This home is beautifully finished and comes furnished with brand new furniture. Well insulated, fully double glazed and centrally heated, it is an ideal home to enjoy beautiful surroundings without the worry of costly maintenance. Inside, the home comes with two 2 seater sofa's, one of which converts to a sofa bed. There is also a dining table and chairs and a coffee table. The kitchen comes with LPG cooker, built in fridge/freezer and space for a washing machine. There is a main bedroom with walk in wardrobe, built in storage and a double bed. this has an en-suite shower and toilet. The second bedroom comes with two single beds, but could easily be another double, also with built in storage. There is also a second shower room with shower, toilet and hand basin. The home is secured and placed onto a concrete pontoons that is 85' long. This will enable you to be able to walk around the home , whilst also having a large outside space with which to enjoy your surroundings. the size of the deck area also offers the opportunity to add a conservatory to the home. The outside area has also had new fencing placed around it. This home offers economical, hassle free living, in a secure residential marina environment, and is competitively priced. Year: 2023 Length: 90' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £169,995 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Amazing Venue With Houseboat Potential   £240,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present the Rochester Queen, an ex event venue boat, that could be put back to being a venue with a relatively small amount of updating, or converted to create an amazing houseboat. This incredible opportunity now comes on a secure residential mooring. Rochester Queen offers incredible space over three levels, the top two levels have an incredible amount of light due to the many windows, and there is also excellent headroom on all three levels.There are three bars, and an industrial kitchen capable of catering for the large gatherings The Rochester Queen was used to hosting. There is a heating system in place however a new boiler will be needed. Externally there are three outside deck areas where you can enjoy your surroundings in comfort wherever you are moored. The Rochester Queen is an impressive looking vessel. Although no longer able to cruise, as a static vessel on the right mooring she could be an excellent business opportunity. Converted to a houseboat she could be a stunning, spacious and unique property. Opportunities to purchase a historic vessel such as The Rochester Queen come up very rarely, and viewing to appreciate the space available, whether as a houseboat or as a venue, is recommended. She is on the historic ships register, below is a brief history : In 1935, a formidable competitor to Royal Lady arrived in the form of the Coronia (1), built by Warren's New Holland Shipyard on the Humber Estuary. Although of similar layout to the 1934 Royal Lady, she only had one funnel, which was positioned too far aft for symmetry. Coronia (1) was owned by Jack Ellis, and her original livery was a yacht-like white, later with a pale yellow funnel. She had a gross tonnage of 227 and an overall length of 130 ft, and carried 475 passengers on a Class 3 Certificate. Her engines were supplied by the National Gas & Oil Company of Ashton-under-Lyne, a company not normally associated with marine installations. She was capable of 13.5 knots, a lot faster than her initial competitor Royal Lady. In 1937, Coronia (1) reappeared with two funnels like her competitor. These were initially pale (yellow?) in colour, but later became red with a black top. In 1938 she had a more equal competitor in the New Royal Lady, which matched her is size and speed. However, in pre-war years there was more than enough custom for two such fine vessels. During the war Coronia (1) served as HMS Coronia, in the Humber, Scotland and on the South Coast, latterly as part of Force Pluto which laid and maintained the cross-channel oil pipelines. She was refitted in 1945, returning to Scarborough in July of that year. The dummy funnel had been removed during the war. Coronia's colours were now modelled on the Union-Castle Line, with a lavender hull and retaining the red and black funnel (although I do not have a card in this condition). The funnel later became a paler colour (yellow?). Her first post-war competition did not arrive until 1951, when the Yorkshire Lady arrived. The same year saw the death of Jack Ellis, and the sale of Coronia (1) to Jack Johnson, who owned her with his son Martin until 1966. She was given an attractive new colour scheme with a pale blue funnel and black top, separated by a broad white band. The hull was white with red boot topping. Further competition arrived in 1952, in the form of the Regency Belle, which had run at Brighton in 1951, and moved to Torquay for the 1955 season. In 1954 the Regal Lady had joined the others at Scarborough, which had four excursion ships for this season only. Coronia was placed on the sales list in 1966, and was sold to Croson Ltd of Bournemouth. She left Scarborough in May 1968, becoming the Bournemouth Queen. She operated cruises from Poole via Bournemouth to the Isle of Wight and occasionally Southampton. Bournemouth Queen was sold again in 1973 to Sir Robert McAlpine, for use as the ferry Queen of Scots between Rothesay and the oil rig construction site at Ardyne Point, work which continued until June 1977. On 15th July 1977, the paddle steamer Waverley ran aground off Dunoon, and was withdrawn for repairs. Queen of Scots was chartered to maintain services for the season. The following years Queen of Scots continued Clyde cruising under the ownership of B& B Cruising, but this company was forced into bankruptcy in 1980. In 1982, the London restaurateur David Law purchased the laid up Queen of Scots and moved under tow to Gravesend where she was refitted as the Rochester Queen (4). Her engines were removed at this time, and are now in the Science Museum in London. The restaurant failed in 1993, and Rochester Queen (4) was sold the following year and moved to the Medway Yacht Club as a floating club house. Year: 1935 Length: 122' 2" Location: Cuxton Kent UK Status: Available Price: £240,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Characterful Houseboat   £135,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Tantalus, a characterful conversion of an ex coal barge, that has been fitted to create a good sized family home with both a traditional and contemporary feel. Tantalus has been converted to create good living space internally and also has two good sized outside areas. Tantalus has had great thought put into her conversion, and has an incredible amount of storage throughout. Entering through the front door there is an office area immediately to your left, that enables you to look down over the main living area. A small set of steps lead down to the main living area, which is a superb size with a large settee and a multi fuel stove, together with plenty of light, and even a giant clock on the ceiling. A step leads up to a sectioned off dining area. Along the corridor is a family bathroom with new toilet, hand basin, double shower cubicle and a small room with radiator for drying clothes. Next is the first bedroom, currently with two built in beds but would easily be a comfortable double. Next along is the kitchen, with plenty of storage and work surface, built in double oven, gas hob and extractor, fridge freezer, washing machine and a breakfast bar. Along from this is the main bedroom, with built in double bed with storage below, and built in wardrobes. A door leads to outside where there is a small deck area, with steps leading to a larger decked terrace on the roof of the boat, offering commanding views and furnished with table and chairs. There is excellent headroom throughout the boat, which also has solid wood flooring, and all windows are double glazed units. There is also full gas central heating run from a gas combi boiler in the kitchen. The swim ends either end of the boat provide even more storage if required. The roof has a slight slope allowing any rain water to run easily off the boat and into the river. Tantalus is ready to move into and is a lovely family home, with superb room both internally and externally, and a good balance of classic and contemporary fittings. Year: 1950 Length: 80' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £135,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Converted Passenger Ferry   £99,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Zodiac, a converted ex passenger ferry, offering incredible space and light, whilst retaining its character and look. Zodiac offers a massive 44' by 14' lounge are, extremely well fitted out, and with plenty of windows for light. You enter the lounge through the wheelhouse/porch, and this incredible main living area opens up before you, and it also has doors to an outside terrace aft, a good sized space to enjoy the views along the Medway. Stairs from the lounge lead to the lower deck accommodation. This comprises two large double bedrooms, both with a large amount of fitted storage. The family bathroom has toilet, bath with shower attachment and hand basin. Also on this level is a good sized dining area, and a fully fitted kitchen, including a 6 burner range with double oven, and again plenty of storage and work surface. The entire lower deck has been well fitted out, and kept in excellent order. The engine room houses boiler, washer and dryer, and freezer. The engine is still in situ but not connected. It has not been used for many years, but could be brought back to working order if you are of a mind to do so. Zodiac benefits from upvc double glazing and diesel fired central heating throughout. Zodiac was originally a passenger ferry on the Thames until 1999 when she ceased service. She has a robust carvel built hull from pine, and upper strakes of Elm om Oak frames. Zodiac offers great space, wonderful character, and can continue to be a lovely family home. The price of Zodiac has been reduced considerably as the hull is now in need of some attention and she will need to be dry docked to be properly checked. She is still an incredible opportunity but is going to need some work, both externally and internally on the lower level,so as well as the drop in price the owners will consider sensible offers. Year: 1950 Length: 82' 9" Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £99,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Superb Contemporary Houseboat   £249,999 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present River's End, a simply stunning bespoke houseboat offering amazing accommodation, low maintenance and fabulous surroundings. River's End was designed from scratch by the current owners, with the focus on creating a good sized home using top end materials, whilst ensuring ongoing maintenance and fees are manageable, and what they have created certainly delivers. Accommodation flows beautifully, and there is impressive headroom and light throughout this lovely home.The highlight is without doubt the 480 square foot open plan living area incorporating lounge, dining area and fully fitted kitchen. The kitchen comes with Rangemaster gas oven, Grohe filter tap, built in fridge/freezer and dishwasher, and a large amount of storage and work surface. The lounge dining area is light and spacious, with 3m wide sliding doors leading to a good sized outdoor area, offering a great opportunity to enjoy your surroundings. There is a master suite with his and hers walk in wardrobes, en suite bathroom with shower, toilet and hand basin, and door to a small back deck. There is a further good sized double bedroom, large single bedroom, office with built in desk and a utility room with built in washing machine. The interior has been fitted out to an extremely high standard throughout, with all lights working on dimmer switches or Alexa controlled. There is an LPG combi boiler providing full gas central heating throughout, and the home has also been very well insulated. Externally River's End has low maintenance cladding which as well as looking smart, means there is little to worry about with regards to upkeep. The actual hull is made of marine grade aluminium with pressure tested inspection hatches and 18' beams ensuring everything is totally secure. Rivers End is easy to lift or tow if required, River's End is a stunning example of a contemporary, floating home, and offers great space and low maintenance living in a secure and friendly environment. Year: 2022 Length: 80' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £249,999 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Ex BP tug for Conversion   £90,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present BP-3, one of the famous BP tugs offering incredible potential for conversion to a houseboat. BP-3 came out of service due to electrical issues where the cost to repair were prohibitive as a commercial operation, and has therefore become available on a residential mooring, offering the opportunity to create an incredibly spacious home. BP-3 offers accommodation over three levels, and should the engine and associated equipment be removed there will be a cavernous area ti convert, creating a fantastic character home. The wheelhouse would be a superb saloon offering panoramic views of your surroundings. There is a galley/mess area, shower room and toilet, and three separate cabins. Externally there is a large amount of space due to the unusually large beam of BP-3.BP- 3 offers a very affordable opportunity to create a stunning and characterful home. Year: 1977 Length: 93' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £90,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Tug for Conversion   £75,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Sea Challenge II, a good sized tug that was in service less than two years ago, but due to engine issues now available on a residential mooring and ready to convert to a character static houseboat. Sea Challenge offers surprising space and could become a real character home, and could also be lived on whilst converting. She offers good space over three levels. The top level wheelhouse area could become a lovely saloon, offering panoramic views, and a small outside terrace. Stairs lead down to the deck level accommodation, currently housing a galley and seating area, and a shower and toilet. Stairs lead down to the below decks area, currently housing three cabins, two with double berths and one with four single berths. All have built in storage. The engine room is a good size and should the engine and associated equipment be removed could create a large living area. Externally there is good deck space on which to enjoy your surroundings. Sea Challenge offers surprising space, and could be lived on as is, but with the engine taken out could create a substantial family home. Year: 1970 Length: 75' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £75,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Stunning Tug Conversion   £196,500 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Sea Challenge, a tug that has been thoughtfully converted to an extremely high level to create a large and characterful family home. Sea Challenge has undergone a remarkable transformation, the thought and attention to detail has created something very special indeed. Sea Challenge offers excellent space both internally and externally, and offers great living whilst retaining the character of a boat. Spread over three floors, the accommodation is nicely laid out, with access between levels well thought out. Starting at the top, the wheelhouse is a lovely summer/day lounge, offering panoramic views and plenty of light. There is access to the upper deck external area, which offers a great space to sit and enjoy your surroundings in the warmer months. In this area there is a 12' tender with outboard, together with a hoist to lift it in and out of the water. Traditional steps lead from the wheelhouse down to the middle level. This has a large double bedroom, and a utility area. There is also a family bathroom with bath with shower attachment, toilet and hand basin. A corridor leads to the mezzanine area overlooking the open plan living area. This is currently used as an office, but has been created so that conversion to a fourth double bedroom would be easy. This area can be used to access the extensive outside deck area A beautiful staircase leads down to the lower level, which has two further double bedrooms. A corridor leads past the cloakroom that has another toilet and hand basin. Past the cloakroom the lower level opens up into a remarkable open plan living area, an amazing space housing the kitchen , dining area and main lounge. This area is 30' by 22', and fully utilises the large area, and also uses some of the original equipment to create , amongst other things, a log store for the burner. There is a large sky light giving plenty of natural light, and the kitchen has built in appliances as well as lots of storage and work surface. The log burner is the focal point of the room, and with its back boiler forms part of a dual heating system working in tandem with a diesel boiler. Back from this main area is a stairway leading up to the main deck, and also a good sized workshop. The boat has been completely rewired and re plumbed, and fully insulated. The boat has a current survey which can be viewed. Currently moored in Hoo, Rochester, Kent. This is a quiet marina with secure parking and is only 10 minutes walk from the village which has all amenities. The mooring is well placed for people working in Rochester and Chatham or commuting to London. Buses stop at the entrance to the marina and trains to London run from Strood. Nearby is the M2 giving access to the Channel Tunnel and Channel ports. The historic town of Rochester with its Medieval Castle and Cathedral is only 8 miles away and there is a wide choice of pleasant outings to coastal resorts and the countryside in Kent. Schools, Doctors, Post Office and Dentist are nearby and Rochester and Chatham both have excellent shopping centres. There are good local sporting facilities including a swimming pool and golf courses. The marina is set in a beautiful environment with views of the River Medway and Chatham Dockyard as well as the towns of Chatham, Rochester and Gillingham. With a beach, fields and woodland nearby, there are many places to walk and enjoy the area. Sea Challenge offers amazing light and space, great character, and is a superb example of a conversion that creates a delightful family home. Year: 1968 Length: 100' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £196,500 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Stunning Lightship for conversion   £240,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present a recently out of service lightship, an amazing vessel in superb condition offering a huge amount of space for conversion internally, together with fantastic useable external space. This lightship really is in incredible condition. There is a massive amount of useable space to create an extremely spacious and characterful family home, over three levels, with excellent headroom throughout. The opportunity to convert such an iconic vessel to a luxury floating home does not come along too often, with lightships becoming rarer as technology moves forward, and so this chance to create such a home on a lightship in such good condition, on a secure residential mooring, represents great value for money as well as an outstanding opportunity. Steel hulled lightships are traditionally extremely well built, the steelwork both internally and externally appears to be in excellent condition. This lightship comes with all the solar panels, batteries and control equipment in place, which would have been in excess of £250k to set up originally. There is enough power there to easily become self sufficient with the addition of inverters. This is an amazing opportunity, and the true scale of the lightship and its potential as a home must be viewed to be appreciated, as photographs alone cannot do it justice. Year: 1949 Length: 137' 3" Location: Hoo UK Status: Available Price: £240,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Characterful Tug for conversion   £75,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Napia, a tug recently out of service because of engine issues, but structurally in very good condition, and available on a secure residential mooring. Napia has the potential to be lived on as is, or offers the potential to have the engine and related machinery removed to create further living space. Current accommodation includes galley and dining area, wheelhouse, shower room and toilet and three separate cabins. These are all fitted out as they were when Napia was working, and can be comfortably used as a characterful home as is or refitted if preferred. The engine room is a large space with excellent headroom throughout. We are advised it is unlikely that the current machinery can be repaired, and so the opportunity here would be to have the machinery taken out to create further accommodation. This could create a stunning and spacious home internally, whilst keeping the look or a working boat externally. There is a good amount of useable external space on two levels, and Napia comes on a secure residential mooring with outstanding views across the river Medway. Napia is a wonderful opportunity to create a spacious and characterful home at a very affordable price,and appears to be in excellent structural condition throughout. Year: 1965 Length: 94' 6" Location: Hoo UK Status: Available Price: £75,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Incredible Houseboat   £250,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Ro-Ja. This is a unique opportunity to purchase a spacious former Dutch cargo barge that has been sympathetically converted retaining many original features. Ro-Ja is moored on the Medway Estuary with uninterrupted views on the Starboard side and Marina views Portside. The cargo hold, approx 130’ x 25’ has been converted into living accommodation, over two levels, and has been designed so that areas can be changed for different uses with great ease . Lounge Mezzanine 30’ x 20’ approx. Walkway 3’ x 45’ approx. Sewing room / indoor garden mezzanine area 30’ x 20’ approx. Master Suite Mezzannine 31’ x 20’ approx. Despite this incredible space already available, there are still areas that can be used to create further living space or bedrooms if needed. Ro-ja is quite simply a one off opportunity to own an outstanding home with stunning views, in a secure environment. With the potential for further development. with an allocated car parking space for one car. Walk on to the barge over a custom made steel framed wooden walkway. At the bow is the forward engine room includes 2 generators with an engine that powers the bow thruster. A diesel storage tank is also located in this area. A Deck Hatch leads down to Anchor chain locker. Small sitting area on the deck . Enter the barge via what was the original forward Cabin, which is currently being used as a home office. Step up into a large lounge approx 30’ x 20’ with 2 picture windows with views across the Medway Estuary to Gillingham Pier and St Marys Island. From here either take the stairs down to the large entertaining space or continue along the walkway that connects the 2 mezzanines. Lower floor Down the stairs leads you to a large open plan entertaining area that has currently been zoned into a Lounge, Bar, Dining area and Kitchen. Easily changed to suit your needs. There is a snug/cinema room, a small bathroom and another large room currently being used as a workshop. Step through to : Starboard A laundry room, family bathroom, double bedroom, and a large bedsit. Port side A walk in pantry Development opportunities on the Port side , currently used as a reading area and exercise space. Engine room Fully functioning Engine room access towards the stern Ro-Ja was moved from Tilbury to Port Werburgh under her own power. Caterpillar engine, new central heating / hot water boiler, recently installed consumer boards, inverter, lithium batteries , water pump. Diesel and water tank. Starboard access door. Doorway through to rear cabin currently being used for storage. Stairs lead up to; The Master bedroom suite includes a dressing room and ensuite bathroom with slipper bath. Small doorway through to a large relaxing space that we planned to use as an outdoor garden space , as Ro-Ja has the original sliding roof panels. Moving through to a large area currently used as a sewing /craft room. Walkway, with views overlooking the large entertainment space, then leads back to the upper lounge. The Captains Quarters Currently let as a self contained 2 bedroom apartment, that helps enormously with outgoing costs, but could easily be used a a Granny annexe to suit the buyers needs. Separate access along outside of the barge, situated above the engine room. Accommodation ; Entrance with steps down to the Kitchen, recently refurbished with stainless steel unit fronts and solid wood worktops Utility room Lounge diner with Medway estuary and Marina views 1 double bedroom with original solid wood fitted bed and bedside cabinets 1 double bedroom fitted wardrobes Bathroom with a hip bath with shower over Stairs lead up to the Wheelhouse with all original fittings and electronics with stunning panoramic views. Starboard door leading out to the large rear deck with crane and dingy. Year: 1910 Length: 197' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Price Reduced Price: £250,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Converted Rhine Cruiser   £75,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present The Sovereign, originally built as a Rhine Cruiser, that has also been a Thames ferry and a floating hotel, and now ready to be refurbished to create a spacious family home. The Sovereign offers incredibly spacious accommodation over 3 levels. It could be converted to a houseboat for one family, it could be refurbished and used as a business, or because of its size it could have a self contained facility for rental and still be a sizeable houseboat for a family. There are currently 3 large reception rooms, 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms/en-suites, which can be changed about depending on your requirements. there is a good amount of windows on all levels so the accommodation is light, and there is also good headroom throughout. Externally there is a good amount of useable space with which to enjoy your surroundings, especially on the top deck where there is also a wheelhouse. The Sovereign has had her price dropped considerably, the owners have taken into account the need for internal refurbishment, and possibly some work on the hull, when doing so. Because of this The Sovereign offers huge potential as either a full time home or business, at an incredible price. Although any potential buyer is welcome to have a survey, the price will not be subject to survey. Offering incredible value for money, and an impressive amount of space, The Sovereign really could be a stunning home or prosperous business. Year: 1930 Length: 130' Location: Borstal Kent UK Status: Price Reduced Price: £75,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Part Converted Humber Tanker   £31,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Tiger, a part converted ex tanker on a residential mooring and ready to complete. Tiger has a relatively basic fit out thus far, with plenty of work still to be done, but could eventually be a large and luxurious family home. As well as an incredible amount of internal space, there is also good external space to enjoy your surroundings. Part plumbed and part wired, she is able to be lived on whilst conversion is completed, and has shower room, toilet, galley area , living areas and bedrooms. This is an excellent opportunity to create a large family home, internal photos will be added as soon as they are available. Year: 1960 Length: 150' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £31,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Converted Thames Tug   £50,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Duke Shore, an ex Thames tug converted to a charming static home, on a residential mooring close to Faversham town centre that also enjoys stunning views across the Kent countryside. Duke Shore offers cosy and characterful accommodation that is very much affordable compared to one bedroomed apartments in the local area. Accommodation comprises a good sized double bedroom, and a comfortable sized lounge area with skylight that gives plenty of natural light whilst maintaining privacy. The kitchen has a gas hob, electric oven, fridge and washing machine. there is a wet room with shower and toilet, and a gas combi boiler providing heating and hot water. The wheel house offers stunning views, and the external deck space is a comfortable size to enjoy your surroundings in the warmer months. This stylishly converted tug offers the opportunity to enjoy life in a much sought after area, at a fraction of the price of land based homes, its charm and location only add to the opportunity to purchase a truly affordably home. You are welcome to commission a survey on the boat however given the price reduction the sale price will not be subject to survey. Year: 1931 Length: 46' 4" Location: Faversham Kent UK Status: Price Reduced Price: £50,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Houseboat for Completion   £38,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present River Oak, a good sized one bedroom houseboat, in need of finishing, which has become available due to the owners change of circumstances. River Oak was purchased as a disused and dated houseboat, and then completely gutted. She has been insulated throughout, and completely rewired. She has also been part plumbed. She has been partitioned to create a good size double bedroom, open plan kitchen/lounge and a shower room. These partitions need boarding out. There has been a new Gas Combi Boiler fitted, and the shower, hand basin, toilet and macerator unit are boxed and on the boat ready to be fitted. The piping for radiators is also on the boat. The current owner will be fitting four new windows at the front of the boat and one at the side. There is some welding needed along the waterline, and she is currently out of the water to enable any purchaser to do this work. River Oak offers the potential to be a good sized, and very light, static houseboat, with an estimate of £15k- £20K to finish her. Her size means that ongoing costs such as mooring fees and heating will be very much affordable, but do not compromise the excellent living space available. Year: 1930 Length: 50' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £38,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Distinctive Houseboat Conversion   £139,995 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Sandbas, a beautiful ship in the final stages of conversion to create a stunning family home. Originally built as a German steam tug in 1892, Sandbas had also worked as a Norwegian cargo ship and sand carrier before coming to the UK in the mid 1960's. Sandbas has been converted in a way that gives her the look of a working ship externally, whilst internally creating a nicely flowing family home. Work is currently being done with Sandbas ready for viewing by the beginning of June 2022. There is also the opportunity to view now and have some input into the level and style of finish you require. Internally, Sandbas offers accommodation over two levels. Entering at the back of the boat into the wheelhouse, this light and airy space could be a perfect day lounge, with lovely views around the boatyard At the back a steep set of steps lead to what used to be crew quarters, which could be a comfortable third double bedroom with room for an en suite as well. Steps lead down to the main living area, again light and airy with excellent headroom. This main living area has a good sized galley with ample storage and work surface, free standing LPG oven and kitchen sink. The lounge area is a good size, with plenty of room for a nice 3/4 piece suite. A set of stairs lead up to the deck area, underneath these stairs is room for an office area. Back from the main living area is a double bedroom positioned under the wheelhouse, again a good size with plenty of room for storage. Forward of the main living area a corridor leads to the modern wet room, with shower cubicle, toilet and hand basin, and another good sized double bedroom. Externally there is an excellent amount of deck space on two levels, and the entire exterior is safe and easy to walk around. Sandbas comes on a secure residential mooring in a small, family run marina, and offers very affordable family housing, with the opportunity to really put your own ideas into how she is finished, the result will be a spacious and characterful family home. Year: 1892 Length: 86' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £139,995 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Tanker for Conversion   £25,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Humber mariner, an ex tanker barge now on a secure residential mooring and ready to convert to a large, character home. Built by the Yorkshire Dry Dock Co in 1963, this boat has 6 tanks of 70 cubic metres each, which can be opened up to create an incredible living space, and also has the ability to create further living space on deck. There is a Gardner 8L3B engine, which although it has not run for a number of years, could be brought back to working order. This is an opportunity to create a good sized family home, whilst still keeping the look of a boat, and is priced extremely competitively. Year: 1963 Length: 140' Location: Hoo` Kent UK Status: Available Price: £25,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Unique Houseboat   £149,995 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Sundance, a unique conversion offering homely, family sized accommodation with low mooring costs. Sundance surprises with the amount of space available given its relatively short length. Entering into the upper level you are immediately struck by the cosy yet airy feel. Entirely open plan, this level has been finished in pine to great effect. The well equipped kitchen area offers plenty of storage and work space, including a central island. There is a washing machine, free standing oven and a large fridge freezer. The lounge area has fitted beach style seating and strip plank flooring. The solid fuel stove sits centrally and is a real focal point as well as providing ample heat when needed. Plenty of windows offer good natural light in this very comfortable living area. The lower level offers four cabins, all with built in beds, and with plenty of storage. There is a bathroom with bath and basin, and a separate toilet with another basin. There is a cloakroom, plus a small empty room next to the bathroom which could be utilised to increase the size of the bathroom. This lower level also has a wood theme finish, and offers character as well as space. Sundance is steel framed and fully insulated. She was dry docked in 2013 and re plated where needed with 6mm steel plate, and also had anodes fitted. She was drydocked again in 2019, with any work needed being done, but the hull was found to be in superb condition. She has also had work done on the roof over this period. Overall, Sundance offers well appointed and spacious accommodation, plenty of character, and low mooring costs, and is an ideal low cost family home. Year: 1994 Length: 50' Location: Hoo UK Status: Available Price: £149,995 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Unique Floating Home   £85,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Poundland, an extremely creative and well thought out conversion of a small rive barge that offers a surprising amount of space whilst keeping ongoing fees low. Poundland was created by the owner to maximise living space on a smaller barge, and it's quirky yet contemporary design has certainly achieved this. Entering across the external decked area and through double doors, the quirky layout and amazing space strikes immediately. There is a walkway to one side that leads to a mezzanine sleeping area above the kitchen, which can accommodate a double berth. There is also a single berth underneath the entry mezzanine area. Steps lead down to the main living area which is light, airy and spacious. There is incredible headroom, and even a domed skylight to add further light. Towards the back of this area is the kitchen, with ample work surface and storage. Past the kitchen is a hallway with space for a washing machine, and the shower room and toilet. Along from this is a good sized double bedroom with storage and even a hidden sunken bath. Externally, as well as the decked area at the front, there is the option to create a roof terrace if desired. Poundland was over plated up to the waterline with 6mm steel in 2022, and was also painted. Poundland offers amazing space for her size, a quirky lay out, and is very much an affordable home both to buy and with regards to ongoing costs. Year: 1970 Length: 42' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £85,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Spacious Houseboat   £199,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Filey Bay, a spacious and well presented houseboat on a secure residential mooring. Filey Bay has fantastic internal space, whilst making the most of the surroundings by having a large decked terrace area, and has been redecorated throughout. You enter through the new front door into the large kitchen/diner, which comes with a huge amount of work surface and fitted units, freestanding gas oven, washing machine and fridge/freezer. Double doors lead to a conservatory area , well built and nice and light. Further double doors lead to a large decked terrace area, offering superb views, and with fencing around for further safety. This area has had new decking fitted recently, and is a superb are to relax and entertain. Wide stairs lead down from the kitchen diner to a large lounge area .There is access to the diesel boiler ( fully serviced in 2021) through a doorway into the swim where it is housed. The lounge is extremely spacious, well decorated and with high ceilings. A wide corridor leads to a large double bedroom , family bathroom with new shower, toilet, hand basin and bath, and an large master bedroom . The Master bedroom has been updated with his and hers walk in wardrobe areas. There is a door from the master bedroom leading to a workshop and storage area. The downstairs area has new flooring and is well decorated, with portholes along each side providing natural light, airflow and a classic nautical feel. The entire boat is extremely well finished, the design gives a feel of space and comfort, and as a family home makes the very most of its space and surroundings. Filey Bay is a wonderful family home, with the emphasis very much on large spacious living and sleeping areas, and has had new flooring throughout. The spacious interior, together with the superb outside space and conservatory, enable you to enjoy life afloat whatever the time of year. Year: 1948 Length: 85' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £199,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Ex Ferry Houseboat Project   £20,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Sule Skerry, an ex ferry boat that can be converted to create a nice family home. Already having some unusual and useful features, this project could become a very affordable family income. On two levels, with good headroom throughout, there is easily room for two double bedrooms and a family bathroom downstairs, with open plan living area and kitchen upstairs. This project is very much a blank canvas, and waiting for someone with the imagination to take it on. Upstairs is a very open area, with plenty of natural light from the porthole windows but again very much a blank canvas. There is a lovely spiral staircase connecting the two levels. This houseboat is quite unique in its look, and offers great potential for conversion. Year: 1951 Length: 54' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £20,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Barge for Conversion   £29,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to this dumb barge on a secure residential mooring in Kent, ready to convert and create the houseboat of your dreams. Finding an empty barge ready to convert on a residential mooring is a rare opportunity and therefore must be seen to be appreciated. The barge is of a size that could create a good sized family home of two to three double bedrooms, at least one large bathroom and possibly an en-suite, and a large open plan kitchen/lounge on the upper level. This is an excellent and rare opportunity to create your own home afloat. Year: 1948 Length: 90' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £29,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Barge for Conversion   £31,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to this dumb barge on a secure residential mooring in Kent, ready to convert and create the houseboat of your dreams. Finding an empty barge ready to convert on a residential mooring is a rare opportunity and therefore must be seen to be appreciated. The barge is of a size that could create a good sized family home of two to three double bedrooms, at least one large bathroom and possibly an en-suite, and a large open plan kitchen/lounge on the upper level. This is an excellent and rare opportunity to create your own home afloat. Year: 1948 Length: 90' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £31,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos   Lighter for Conversion   £31,000 Premier Houseboats are pleased to this Thames lighter barge on a secure residential mooring in Kent, ready to convert and create the houseboat of your dreams. Finding an empty barge ready to convert on a residential mooring is a rare opportunity and therefore must be seen to be appreciated. The barge is of a size that could create a good sized family home of three double bedrooms, at least one large bathroom and possibly an en-suite, and a large open plan kitchen/lounge on the upper level. This is an excellent and rare opportunity to create your own home afloat. Year: 1955 Length: 87' Location: Hoo Kent UK Status: Available Price: £31,000 Contact: Premier Houseboats Telephone: 01634 256946 More information and photos