Holker Street Looking for your perfect houseboat/residential barge? Here you are, Totally refurbished and renovated in 2022 household Holker Street contains 2 bedrooms, bathroom (toilet and shower cabin), lounge/ kitchen/dining room (3 in one). It features a brand-new kitchen with new appliances, boiler, new wood burning stove located in a lounge, laminated flooring throughout, and interior is brand new, sewage tank, new anodes and a fresh blackening on the hull. Mooring are available in Priory Marina or Holker Street can be moved to a destination of your choice. Pleas... read more

Felicity is a classic wooden historic motor boat. She was built as an open launch, fishing for sprats in winter and working as a 60-passenger ferry, running tourist trips around Poole harbour and bay in the summer. During the war she was a lifeline between Brownsea Island and the mainland taking supplies for the Dutch and Belgian refugees camped on the island. She was then called to Dover for the Dunkirk rescue. After the war she was sold and ran a passenger service in the Solent but in 1991 a serious fire on board left her on the beach and regarded as a total loss. However, Julian Aldridge ... read more

Specifications: Year: 1910 LOA: 21.3 m Beam: 4.50 m Draft: 1.60 m Construction: Steel Hull/Keel: Displacement HIN: N/A Description: "She was fully restored in 2002 to 2007, with further updates made by her current owner in 2018 including a full exterior repaint, electrics supply overhaul and re-furnishing. She would make an ideal live-aboard or holiday home, or could continue in her current capacity as an Airbnb destination." Engine(s) & Electrical: General Motors 165HP, 6 cylinder inboard diesel. Bu... read more

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. This provides a rare opportunity to create a large-scale conversion project, transforming a piece of maritime history into a unique and impressive houseboat. Accommodation is arranged over three levels, offering remarkabl... read more

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Sea Challenge II, a substantial former tug now available on a secure residential mooring, offering exceptional space and potential to create a distinctive and characterful floating home. Originally in service until less than two years ago, Sea Challenge II is now available due to engine issues and provides an exciting opportunity for conversion into a large static houseboat. Set across three levels, Sea Challenge II offers generous and versatile living space that could easily be reconfigured to create a truly unique home afloat. The top-leve... read more

Remarks : 1960 Dutch Bunker Barge for sale in Kent Pennisol, is a 1960 built Dutch steel bunker barge that has since been converted into a liveaboard houseboat which benefits from a recent full survey (June 2021) . The conversion of the living accommodation has been done to a good standard. It is vessel has not been lived on for some time, but it is being maintained by the owner’s representative. The vessel currently has a saloon, galley, heads with shower and one double bedroom. The vessel would benefit from a new suitable paint application on the outside, this would help protect it from... read more

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. Offering spacious accommodation across three levels, Sea Challenge combines traditional maritime character with modern comfort, providing a unique lifestyle opportunity in a peaceful riverside setting. The accommodation flows smoothly across all levels, with well-planned acc... read more

This Watson class ex lifeboat was named in 1926 by the Duchess of York and King George. She was built in Cowes by H Saunders and served her time in Scotland where she saved 305 souls. She is up and running, sea-worthy and capable of being fully off grid. She would make an excellent house boat or live aboard. Her hull is double diagonal and made out of Honduras mahogany and appears in excellent condition. She is a single screw with a Gardener 4 cylinder engine. She has a gas boiler, shower, hot water, 24v solar for the engine start batteries and 12v solar for the leisure batteries... read more

Modular Landing Craft built for NATO peacekeeping operations. TIG welded aluminium hull with a 9mm thickness throughout. Two bow sections (5 meters each). Two central sections (5 meters each). Four hull sections in total (20 meters). All can be interlinked both in length or width. Can form one boat/structure or two, all quickly interchangeable. Three hull connectors and two outboard extensions. Each hull's weight is no more than 150kg. Less than 1000kg with all parts in total. Can operate in extremely shallow freshwaters and coastal shorelines. Male to Female mecha... read more

Open to offers after viewing. The Regalia is a 34m hopper barge, originally built around 1980 and expertly converted in the late 1980s into a stunning three-deck bar and restaurant. This vessel boasts a rich history as a thriving hospitality venue in central London at Swan Pier, where it enjoyed great success until relocation in 2012 due to site redevelopment. The Regalia is securely moored on the River Medway in a prime, well-equipped location ideally suited for both full refurbishment works and residential use. The mooring benefits from reliable electricity and water connections, plus... read more

Specifications: Year: 1979 LOA: 45’ 2” Beam: 10’ 6” Draft: 1’ 10” Construction: Steel Hull/Keel: Flat-bottomed HIN: N/A Description: 'The Wonky Pig' has had a full refit throughout. The hull was professionally shot-blasted and 7 coats of epoxy primer applied from the gunwales down in 2019, and at that time the topsides were also sanded, primed and painted. The hull was also blacked in 2023. She was signwritten and all paint was professional marine paint. In 2023 she had new e... read more

Here is a rare opportunity to buy this 82ft dumb barge. Orignally built for British Waterways and the river severn dredging operation of old, this is barge No.8. Built approximately late 50's, we think. Constructed with pre nuclear produced British steel in 10mm or 12mm thickness. There has has been little to no plate loss since. A survey is available to view with the vessel. Perfect for conversion to create your ideal floating home. No8 Barge is of a size large enough to be a good sized family home with room for 3 double bedrooms, mulptiple reception areas, large entertaining and ... read more

OHSO is a 2010 60ft barge which has been built to become a houseboat however still in need of completing, so is being sold a project. She comes married up to a inboard Nanni diesel engine and was originally used as a ballast barge. The vessel has a timber frame and composite superstructure, plus internal studded walls however as seen from the photos, work is still needed to complete the project.  ALL OFFERS WELCOME Discounted Thames Marina floating pontoon mooring can be available at extra cost with the vessel should it be needed.  Vessel lying offsite - viewing by appointme... read more

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Tiger, a part-converted ex-tanker offering a rare opportunity to create a truly spacious and characterful floating home. This boat does not come with a mooring and will need to be moved once purchased, but still represents an amazing opportunity. Currently partially fitted out, Tiger provides an exceptional blank canvas for further development. With an impressive 150ft length and 18'5" beam, she offers an incredible amount of internal living space as well as ample external deck areas. Tiger’s fit-out is underway, with the founda... read more

Watson 46ft houseboat /motor yacht Seagoing with twin sabre engines Famous well built craft from Tobermory built 1938 on the clyde... read more

A former coastal cargo vessel dating from 1900, this 19-metre cabotage vessel was converted into a liveaboard in 1990 while preserving its original authenticity and charm. Today, it offers a bright, comfortable and pleasant living environment, both at berth and while cruising. The spacious outdoor areas allow you to fully enjoy life on the water, whether moored or underway. Inside, the layout is practical and well designed. A corridor includes a freezer, a washing machine and a tumble dryer, providing real everyday comfort. The owner’s cabin features a central double bed and a ward... read more

Specifications: Year: 1879 LOA: 18.3 m Beam: 4.3 m Draft: 1.07 m Construction: Iron Hull/Keel: Flat-bottomed HIN: N/A Description: A beautiful traditional barge, fully converted into an extremely comfortable home. She has been fully overplated in 2021 with 6mm steel and therefore will provide many more years of pleasure for her new owner. 'Snipe' was converted in the mid-1990s by her previous owner from a basic iron hull. He sourced the 1930s Lister engine and then built all that you see, including the besp... read more

Boat Description Energie was purchased and fitted out by the Ables Family to convert into a family home. A Bristol institution for more than 35 years, the boat was fitted out by the shipyard, ensuring that everything was built to the highest standards. The accommodation was expanded with the family, resulting in some amazing segregated spaces, including a double height ceilinged living room. Energie is currently configured with multiple living spaces inside, allowing the spaces to be connected or shut off for multiple occupation. Energie has not been moved a great distance for some t... read more

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Ellen Elizabeth, a charming Humber Keel offering spacious, light-filled accommodation on a secure residential mooring — with the added advantage of cruising capability. Beautifully converted and sympathetically updated, this steel-hulled classic provides both comfort and character, combining the appeal of traditional craftsmanship with the convenience of modern living. Entering at deck level, you step into a large, bright kitchen featuring an abundance of natural light from multiple large windows. The kitchen offers ample workspace and ... read more