Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Arild, a static ex Norwegian cargo ship that was part converted and lived on for many years, but now in need of complete refurbishment. Arild offers incredible space, with the opportunity to create a large lounge/kitchen, three double bedrooms and a bathroom in the main hold. There is also the opportunity to create a further self contained area in what used to be the crews quarters, with space for a double berth, bathroom, galley and lounge. There is also the wheelhouse area that could be another lounge, study or bedroom. Added to this there is ... read more

A converted Scottish fishing trawler Built in 1966 and decommissions in 1998. 23 metres of go any where boat. The Gardiner engine is one of the most efficient and cost-effective forms of motoring Since the major conversion in 1999 choice has been used as a Marketing suite in Canary Wharf. A Crew Resource Management teambuilding platform and until 2019. A fully licenced MCA Cat 2 work boat. Working on Guard duty and Survey work. So, as you can imagine whilst a little tired and in need of a cosmetic repaint job all the important parts of a boat are good. Her last out of water inspection was... read more

Built in 1964 this twin screw tug with 2 Lister Blackstone main Engines, 350hp each, with 2 Lister Blackstone gearboxes and 2 Lister AC Generators (10 and 13 kva) is now up for sale. She would make a good houseboat conversion. Please note that the photos were taken in July 2012 by Darren Green Photography.... read more

Ford near Arundel/Littlehampton in tidal basin off Arun. Very quiet,4 boats only, away from road in fields up what seems a farm track. Ford station is 10mins walk and pub 5 minutes. Ford has direct lines to to Gatwick, Victoria, Portsmouth, Southampton and Brighton. Mooring has mains electric and water. Sewage is to a septic tank. Parking for two vehicles and a personal 20ft insulated container/workshop with electric supply. A full set of tools is included, comprising a radial arm saw, chopsaw (portable), bandsaw, drilling machine, thicknesser, sander and an old but good lathe. Boat is a co... read more

110’ by 20’ former grain barge, static houseboat. 5 large bedrooms, equal sized, all with attached bathrooms. Sun decks fore and aft, plus potential for 3rd on flat steel roof. 35’ by 13’ lounge diner with ample room for 10 people plus. Full size stair case plus 2 escape stairs fore and aft. 3 entrances plus hatches. Large laundry room, and workshop have potential to be further bedroom and bathroom if required. Plant room forward containing: oil boiler 35kw, 1 ton fresh water tanks, 3/4 ton heating oil tanks, 2 no. 300 litre hot water tanks (heated from central hea... read more

2007 Branson Coaster 49 - £199,995 Watch the youtube video here... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lir0G9t3D4w&t=19s Purchased by her current owners in 2011, 'Fochintulla' has been lovingly cared for externally, and internally she has been brought right up to date with a very attractive galley and homely main living area. Domestic fittings throughout and upgraded 12v and 24v systems make this a perfect live-aboard to take to the city of your choosing and live for a fraction of the price of a conventional house. Alternatively, with the fantastic sea-keeping that the C... read more

Miss Joana originally built in 1950's as a River Supply Tender. I fitted her out as a live aboard 10 years ago and have stayed very comfortably aboard with my family. What she lacks in size is made up in beauty and character, an extremely joyful little boat. Miss Joana spent the winter in dry dock having her hull replated and was relaunched mid March with a New Hull Survey and New Boat Safety Certificate. Not only have we given the outside a lot of work but the entire interior has a little make over with new lining in some areas and some fresh paint. As she stands today ... read more

Nice conversion of a former 1920's Dutch grain/fuel barge, with historical appeal. (Was commandeered by the German Navy during WWIII and used as a tug). Has been based on the River Avon for the last 15 + years, bought by current owners in 2015. Initially with RLL in Bristol, fully restored and renovated in 2016/2017. - Hull re-plating in places - Anodes - Replaced aft steel work and sliding hatches - Replaced aft locker hatches Taken back to bare steel inside and out and fully renovated with a light, contemporary open-plan layout - Two part epoxy blackened and 2 part t... read more

Inland navigation tugboat which is, after being released from professional shipping, used as a recreational vessel. A boat that is in the hands of real enthusiasts and that shows. She is in a very good condition and meets the applicable TRIWV certification requirements. In the front it is spacious with in there the galley, U-seat (2-persons sleeping place) and a shower. The wheelhouse has been enlarged in the past and that has increased the comfort very much. In the aft there is a double bed as well as cupboard space and a washbasin with warm and cold water. In the engine room is a beautiful 3... read more

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present TID172, an historic tug on a residential mooring ready to convert to a character home. TID 172 was one of 183 tugs built between 1943 and 1946 to replace tugs lost through enemy action in World war II, and also to assist the preparations for the invasion of France. TID 172 is now on a residential mooring in a small working boatyard on the river Medway, and with some thought and work can be a home of real character. The engines are still in place however she does not currently run due to issues with the boiler. There is plenty of room to work wit... read more

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present William Ryan, thought to be the oldest Thames tug still in existence, now stripped out and ready to be converted to a characterful houseboat on a beautiful residential mooring. All the hard work has been done, the current owners have spent a lot of time and effort in cleaning out the boat, clearing the bilges, and preparing her for conversion. There is comfortably room to create two large double cabins, both with en-suites, and a spacious main living area to include a kitchen. There is also the wheelhouse, which could easily be extended to create a... read more

Originally a grain lighter from Hull now a fabulous ready to go cruising home with a documented history and original registration certificate. Built on the banks of the river Hull at Beverley by Joseph Scarrs shipyard in 1905. Riveted iron construction, 63ft long and 17ft 3" wide. Originally built for D. Hurtley & sons flour millers, who owned her for sixty four years, The second owner used her as a grain lighter for twelve years (Akesters lighter men) then bought by Ernest Waddingtons of swinton and laid up for twenty six years the present owner bought, restored, and converted her th... read more

heavily built in gainsborough by j.s.watson .been converted to live aboard since 2006 ,60ft x 14ft draft 3ft ,full hull survey available all remedial repairs sorted on completion comprises of wheelhouse of 13ft x 8.5ft approx. which converts to large 8ft x 5ft bed using a hydraulic ram under table . all wheelhouse windows are double glassed and tinted,steering is by wheel hydraulic pump , or by hydraulic joystick ,engine is ford 4d very good condition 80hp with 2to1 hydraulic prm 500 gearbox , the hull has been spray foam insulated throughout stairs down from wheelhouse to accommodation ,co... read more

Le Clochard has been converted as a luxury waterside apartment or home from home. She has been refitted by a professional Boatbuilder and boatyard to the highest standard with double glazed Marine picture Windows, spray foam insulation with insulated panels, central heating from a Worcester boiler with added under-floor heating. Bespoke joinery with panelled ceilings and walnut & oak veneers. Two double en suite cabins, open plan galley & saloon, fully furnished with leather sofa’s and oak furniture. DAF 825 engine, generator and 8hp bow thruster. Situated on the outskirts of... read more

Originally, this German Police Patrol boat would have plied up and down the Rhine. Converted to a liveaboard in 1980, the vessel is now moored in a tranquil location near Staines. The mooring is fully residential and includes a garden area adjacent to the boat. The vessel also boasts a large rear deck, ideal for enjoying the quiet surroundings and entertaining during the summer month. There is a large amount of storage space and the engine room houses twin Detriot's with all-round access. Fitted with air conditioning, the vessel is easy to keep cool in the summer and warm in the winter. ... read more