Low Maintenance Floating Home

Part Converted Humber Tanker - The Tiger

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 ************* boat is freehold and the residential mooring is leased. Vessel name: Tiger Vessel condition: Good Year constructed: 1960 No. of engines: 1 Length over all: 150' Beam: 18' 5" Maximum draft: 4' Hull material: Steel Hull type: Flat Disclaimer Premier Houseboats offers the details of this advert in good faith as it was presented by the seller or his representative but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the described item within this advert. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. The Item described within this advert is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

£40,000

Barge for Conversion

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. Vessel name: Barge Constructed: 1948 Length over all: 90' Beam: 17' Maximum draft: 3' 6" Disclaimer Premier Houseboats offers the details of this advert in good faith as it was presented by the seller or his representative but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the described item within this advert. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. The Item described within this advert is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

£31,000

Beautiful Residential Dutch Barge - Eben Hauzer

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Eben Hauzer, an incredibly spacious and sympathetically converted Dutch barge, in full cruising condition on a secure residential mooring with stunning views along the river Medway. Eben Hauzer offers an amazing amount of space both internally and externally, and unusually is moored on its own pontoon within the marina enabling it to offer a prime mooring and peaceful and quiet family living. Accommodation is in two separate parts, offering the ability to rent one part as a self contained apartment, without having any impact on the living space offered by the main accommodation. The good sized collapsible wheelhouse offers panoramic views for navigation or just enjoying the scenery, with steps leading down to the former crews quarters, now a cosy self contained living area. This contains a double berth, lovely saloon with log burner, kitchenette and a separate toilet that could easily be turned into a wet room. The main accommodation is a fantastic combination of size, space and character. Entering by the wheelhouse there is a stairway that leads to a cloakroom area that also has a shower room with shower cubicle, hand basin and a new toilet. This area also houses the diesel boiler for the central heating. A further short stairway/ramp leads to the stunning living area. This area is both extremely spacious and very well fitted out, with the characterful feel you would expect. This area flows beautifully, and manages to feel both open plan whilst also retaining the feel of where the lounge stops and the large kitchen diner starts. The lounge area houses a beautiful multi fuel burning stove that provides an excellent focal point whilst complimenting the full central heating running throughout the boat. The kitchen/diner is another wonderful space, with plenty of work surface and storage, as well as fridge, freezer, dish washer, LPG oven and sink. The area also has plenty of space for a large dining table, and is a great family area. Forward from the kitchen a corridor leads to three bedrooms to large doubles with a great amount of storage, and a third which currently has a hand built single bed but could also easily house a double bed. To the back of the boat is the family bathroom, with toilet, hand basin, stand alone bath and a massive walk in shower area. This area also houses the washing machine. The main accommodation is well decorated throughout, with beautiful flooring and good headroom. All the natural light comes from the fitted skylights running the length of the boat, that give ample light as well as offering privacy at the same time. Externally, the usable deck space is an incredible place in which to fully appreciate and enjoy the calm and peaceful surroundings of river life. The Mercedes-Benz diesel engine provides plenty of power to cruise this exceptional cruising home, which also has a Lister 13 KVA generator for use when cruising. This is a stunning example of a well maintained, well converted Dutch barge, and whether cruising or on a mooring, she offers a fantastic life changing opportunity. Vessel name: Eben Hauzer Condition: Good Vessel type: Dutch Barge Builder: J Van Goor Zwartsluis Constructed: 1915 Berths: 8 Cabins: 4 Heads: 3 No. of engines: 1 Engine model: Mercedes Benz Engine power: 165 Fuel type: Diesel Length over all: 115' 5" Beam: 16' 8" Maximum draft: 2' 95" Hull material: Steel Hull type: Flat Hull colour: Black Fuel capacity: 3000 Litres Water capacity: 5000 Litres Disclaimer Premier Houseboats offers the details of this advert in good faith as it was presented by the seller or his representative but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the described item within this advert. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. The Item described within this advert is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

£230,000

Incredible Houseboat - RoJa

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 Mezzanine 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 en suite 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. Vessel name: Ro-Ja Condition: Good Constructed: 1910 Refitted: 2019 Berths: 10 Cabins: 5 Heads: 4 No. of engines: 2 Engine model: Caterpillar Engine power: 140 Fuel type: Diesel Length over all: 197' Beam: 26' 3" Maximum draft: 4' 7" Hull material: Steel Hull type: Flat Disclaimer Premier Houseboats offers the details of this advert in good faith as it was presented by the seller or his representative but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the described item within this advert. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. The Item described within this advert is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

£250,000

Charming Dutch Barge - Dragonfly

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Dragonfly, a lovely dutch barge that has been structurally well maintained, offering comfortable living with many traditional features. Dragonfly is a beautiful looking barge, with a nice garden area at the bow on which to enjoy your surroundings. The wheelhouse offers panoramic views for navigation, and doubles as a nice size kitchen, with gas oven and hob, sink, fridge and small counter top freezer, and also has lots of storage and work surface. Steps lead forward to the main living area. This comprises of a good sized bathroom, with corner bath and shower attachment, toilet, hand basin and heated towel rail. Next is the surprisingly spacious lounge/diner, with plenty of windows for light and airflow, built in storage and fully furnished. Back from the wheelhouse is a large double bedroom, with further storage and a good size. The Ford diesel engine provides plenty of cruising power, Dragonfly is very easy to cruise, and even has the original gearbox, reconditioned in 2017. She does not currently cruise as fuel lines need replacing, apart from that she is ready to use. Externally the boat has been dry docked recently, and has been well maintained and recently painted. The garden area at the front has comfortable space for a table and chairs, and is lovely spot in which to enjoy the views. Dragonfly is very traditional in look, has been nicely converted for modern day life, yet has held on to the traditional charm of a Dutch barge. Vessel name: Dragonfly Condition: Good Constructed: 1925 Refitted: 2018 Berths: 2 Cabins: 1 Heads: 1 No. of engines: 1 Engine model: Ford Fuel type: Diesel Length over all: 67' Beam: 12' Maximum draft: 3' Hull material: Steel Hull type: Flat Disclaimer Premier Houseboats offers the details of this advert in good faith as it was presented by the seller or his representative but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the described item within this advert. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. The Item described within this advert is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.