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Premier Houseboats are delighted to present BP-3, one of the iconic BP tugs, now available on a secure residential mooring and offering exceptional potential for conversion into a spacious and characterful floating home. Originally a working vessel, BP-3 was retired from commercial service due to electrical issues that were uneconomical to repair for operational use.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Fireflair, a beautifully decorated and well-maintained static houseboat, offering character, charm, and economical living. Originally commissioned by the War Office and later serving as a fire boat on the Thames, Fireflair has since been thoughtfully converted into a spacious and homely floating residence that blends traditional craftsmanship with modern comfort.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Pendle Witch, a beautifully converted widebeam Springer, originally licensed to carry 50 passengers — meaning she was constructed to an exceptionally high and durable standard. Now transformed into a comfortable and stylish home, Pendle Witch combines character, strength, and practicality, offering affordable living, low running costs, and the ability to cruise the inland waterways of the UK in comfort.

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Andraste, a Maurice Griffiths Gulfstream 45, currently moored on a secure residential berth. Offering the charm of a traditional sailing yacht with the comfort of a compact home afloat, Andraste provides excellent living space and the ability to cruise with ease.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present an exceptionally rare opportunity to purchase a freehold mooring on the River Thames at Kew Bridge — one of London’s most sought-after waterfront locations. This 135ft mooring forms part of a 220ft stretch currently being divided by the owner, with the potential for the remaining section to become available in the future.

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present this excavator barge, previously operated by the Environment Agency and suitable for a range of marine works including piling and dredging. The barge is equipped with a Hymac 450 ELC excavator and features lift winches and a lifting wheel, providing excellent versatility for workboat and marine construction projects.

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Jane Lee, a classic 55-foot steel tug offering excellent potential either as a character restoration project or future floating home. The hull and decks are reported to be sound and provide a strong base for conversion. The vessel would benefit from a repaint, and the wheelhouse requires new glazing.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present TID172, a remarkable piece of maritime history with superb potential to become a truly unique floating home. Built in 1946 as one of only 183 TID-class tugs, TID172 was part of a series constructed to replace vessels lost during World War II and to assist in preparations for the D-Day invasion of France.

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Stardancer, a beautifully refitted Seamaster 34, now transformed into a comfortable and characterful static home on a secure residential mooring. Compact yet cleverly designed, she offers surprisingly generous accommodation and would make an ideal first home or weekend retreat, just a short walk from Rochester High Street.

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Humber Mariner, an ex-tanker barge built by the Yorkshire Dry Dock Co. in 1963, now situated on a secure residential mooring and ready to be transformed into a large and characterful floating home. Humber Mariner offers enormous potential for conversion, with six internal tanks of approximately 70 cubic metres each providing an outstanding blank canvas for creative development.

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Napia, a classic steel tugboat in excellent structural condition, recently retired from service due to engine issues. Now available on a secure residential mooring, Napia represents a rare opportunity to create a spacious and distinctive floating home with panoramic views across the River Medway.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Onward Mariner, a former coaster that offers an extraordinary amount of space both inside and out, while proudly retaining her authentic ship character. With accommodation spread over two levels and multiple deck areas, this vessel provides a truly unique and versatile family home on the water Access is via the original crew entrance, leading into what was once the crew quarters.

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Chimera, a beautifully maintained and fully operational tug now available on a secure residential mooring on the River Medway. Offering exceptional versatility, Chimera can be enjoyed immediately as a working liveaboard vessel, or converted into a spacious static home by clearing the engine room to create additional living space.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Zodiac, a beautifully converted ex-passenger ferry offering extraordinary space, charm, and natural light, while maintaining her classic maritime character. Originally serving as a passenger ferry on the River Thames, Zodiac has been sympathetically transformed into a substantial floating home, providing two generous levels of accommodation, a large open-plan lounge, and a terrace overlooking the River Medway.

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present River Oak, a spacious one-bedroom houseboat currently undergoing refurbishment, now available due to a change in the owner’s circumstances. Originally purchased as a disused and dated vessel, River Oak has been completely gutted, reinsulated, rewired, and part-plumbed, providing an excellent foundation for completion into a comfortable and stylish home afloat.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Poundland, an ingeniously designed and beautifully executed conversion of a compact river barge. Offering exceptional use of space, a bright and contemporary interior, and low ongoing costs, this unique home perfectly balances creativity with practicality. Accessed via a decked exterior area, double doors open into a strikingly open-plan interior where clever design meets characterful living.

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Rita, a charming and characterful classic Dutch barge offering the rare opportunity to complete her fit-out to your own style and specification. Originally constructed in 1925, Rita has benefited from a new superstructure fitted around eight years ago and is now fully insulated throughout, providing a solid foundation for conversion into a stylish and comfortable floating home.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present William Ryan, believed to be the oldest surviving Thames tug, now thoughtfully converted into a beautiful and characterful houseboat. Moored on a superb residential berth at Standard Quay, Faversham, this remarkable vessel offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of maritime history, perfectly balanced with the comforts of modern living.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Lighter 2, a substantial steel lighter on a secure residential mooring, offering a rare opportunity to create a bespoke floating home. Finding an empty barge ready for conversion on a residential mooring is increasingly uncommon, and Lighter 2 represents an exciting blank canvas for anyone wishing to design their ideal waterside property.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Sea Challenge, a truly exceptional tug that has been thoughtfully and beautifully converted to create a large, characterful family home. The level of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and respect for the vessel’s heritage make this conversion particularly special.

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Piggin Arkful, a distinctive Dutch barge–style narrowboat offering cosy and characterful living on a secure residential mooring. Built by Dave Thomas with 20/10/6 mm steel, she combines the elegant lines of a barge with the practicality of a narrowboat — and the rare benefit of a proper wheelhouse.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Pevencey Bay, a large converted lighter offering generous family accommodation and private outdoor space, set on a secure residential mooring just a 15-minute walk from Rochester High Street. Thoughtfully converted by the current owners, this impressive houseboat combines open-plan living, excellent headroom, and the opportunity to complete remaining work to your own taste — making it an ideal home for those seeking both space and potential.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Ayesha, a beautifully built German motor yacht in excellent mechanical condition. This elegant vessel combines timeless style, generous living space, and strong cruising capability — offering an exceptional opportunity to create a comfortable and characterful home afloat.

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Rana, a former working tug now converted to a comfortable standard, offering an abundance of space, charm, and opportunity. With accommodation arranged across three levels, Rana provides the ideal canvas to create a unique and characterful family home afloat. Wheelhouse.

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Wolfie, a charming and unusual narrowboat project currently on hard standing, offering an excellent opportunity to complete a comfortable and distinctive floating home. Wolfie benefits from a recent full survey (August 2024) showing excellent hull thickness readings throughout.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Medway Rhino, a unique and fully operational houseboat, offering generous internal and external living space on a secure residential mooring in a sought-after marina on the River Medway. Originally built as a salvage vessel, Medway Rhino has been sympathetically and expertly converted to create a spacious, characterful home that retains its original working charm while providing all modern comforts.

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Callisto, a classic Freeman 30 now available as a project boat on a secure residential mooring. Originally built with twin engines (now removed), Callisto provides an excellent opportunity to create an affordable floating home or weekend retreat. The layout offers a wheelhouse area, aft double cabin, saloon with sink and storage, and a forward V-berth.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present River’s End, a truly stunning bespoke floating home offering luxury, practicality, and beautiful surroundings. Purpose-designed by the current owners, this exceptional houseboat combines high-end finishes, low running costs, and manageable maintenance — creating a unique modern home on the water.

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present an extraordinary steel-hulled lightship in superb structural condition, offering a truly unique opportunity to create a luxury floating home of remarkable scale and character. Originally constructed in 1931, this iconic vessel offers vast internal and external space, spread across three full levels with excellent headroom throughout.

Price reduced ! Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Lady Grey — a simply stunning, contemporary houseboat offering exceptional light, space, and design quality throughout. Purpose-built to provide modern, spacious accommodation, Lady Grey has been finished to an impeccably high standard, creating an inviting and stylish floating family home on a secure residential mooring.