Tug for Conversion - Sea Challenge II

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.

£75,000

Stunning Tug Conversion - Sea Challenge

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 ******** boat is freehold and the residential mooring is leased. Vessel name: Sea Challenge Vessel condition: Good Year constructed: 1968 Year refitted: 2016 Berths: 8 Cabins: 4 Heads: 2 Fuel type: Diesel Length over all: 100' Beam: 25' Maximum draft: 14' Hull material: Steel Hull type: Other 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.

£196,500

Stunning Lightship for Conversion - Lightship

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 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. Vessel name: Lightship Condition: Excellent Vessel type: Lightship Constructed: 1931 Length over all: 137' 3" Beam: 25' Maximum draft: 15' Hull material: Steel Hull type: Other 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.

£240,000

Residential Gulfstream - Andraste

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Andraste, a Maurice Griffiths Gulfstream 45 on a residential mooring, offering charming accommodation and excellent cruising ability. Andraste has a cosy main saloon with built in seating, a dining area that can convert to further berths, and a small galley area with stand alone lpg oven, storage and a sink. Forward from this is a corridor with a log burner that comfortably heats the entire boat. There is a good sized double cabin with storage below the double berth. Forward from this is a wet room with shower, sink and toilet. Forward from this is another cabin with twin berths, currently used for storage. The boat itself was well fitted out when built and retains the feel of a boat whilst offering surprising space for its size. The Mermaid engine is in good working order and offers plenty of power when in use. The rigging is also in good order, however the boat does not come with sails. The cockpit area seats six and offers good storage as well. Externally the boat has extremely good outside space and is easy to walk around when in use. Overall, Andraste offers low ongoing running costs, comfortable living space and the ability to cruise if needed, and is very much an affordable home. Vessel name: Andraste Condition: Good Designer: Maurice Griffiths Builder: Bay Class yachts Model: Gulfstream 45 Constructed:1994 Berths:6 Cabins:2 Heads:1 No. of engines:1 Engine model: Ford mermaid FSD 425 Engine power:70 Fuel type: Diesel Drive type: Shaft drive Length over all:45' Length at waterline:33' 6" Beam:11' 7" Maximum draft:4' 6" Hull material: Steel Hull type: Other Keel type: Other Fuel capacity:100 Litres Water capacity:1000 Litres Holding tank capacity:100 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.

£49,500

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

Residential Rampart 48 - Tamarak

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Tamarack, a Rampart 48 which has been extensively restored and meticulously maintained, a truly classic Gentlemans motor yacht. Tamarack offers comfortable space both internally and externally, and has been fitted out to an extremely high standard, in classic style. Internally, the high level of finish on Tamarack is obvious, and the spacious accommodation flows nicely to create a nice home whether cruising or static. The spacious wheelhouse offers a good navigation point as well as providing a nice seating area in which to enjoy your surroundings wherever you find yourself. The galley offers plenty of storage and work surface, is well equipped and includes gas oven/grill with two ring hob and a fridge with freezer compartment. The saloon again has plenty of storage, and built in seating that can convert to berths as and when needed. There is a collapsible table, and windows that offer plenty of light but also privacy. The main cabin has a double berth, plenty of storage, and an ensuite wetroom with shower, hand basin and toilet. Externally there is sizeable and well maintained deck space to enjoy your surroundings, with wide walkways around the deck structure and railings all the way around offering safety when outside. There is also a flybridge with which to enjoy cruising in more favourable weather. The boat has had extensive work out of the water and the entire structure is in excellent condition. The list of work completed by the current owner is extensive, and includes new sinks, water pump and wet room, new cooker, new gas system, new carpets, new upholstery, new diesel heater, new toilet, port engine rebuild, almost all new wiring, new lights and sockets and two new props. Tamarack is an extremely well maintained example of a classic motor yacht, and can be a delightful permanent home or weekend retreat, and is as comfortable cruising as she is moored. Vessel name: Tamarack Condition: good Make: Rampart Model: 48 Constructed: 1968 Berths: 4 Cabins: 2 Heads: 1 No. of engines: 2 Engine model: Perkins 6354 Engine power: 250 Fuel type: Diesel Length over all: 50' Beam: 12' 6" Maximum draft: 4' 2" Hull material: Wood Hull type: Displacement 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.