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

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

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. The expansive deck areas provide outstanding outdoor living potential, ideal for entertaining or simply enjoying panoramic river views. Lightships of this size and calibre are increasingly rare, and represents a o... 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