Thames Lighter would be ideal to convert to a Houseboat. Generally in good condition but some attention needed to the swim end plates.... read more

Reluctantly selling my beautiful Dutch barge. Avontuur is a romantic traditional Tjalk with beautiful wooden features throughout. On entering through the cabin doors, large saloon area with ample storage areas and fully equipped galley, hallway, again with ample storage leading to main bedroom comprising king size bed, storage areas and wash hand basin, second bedroom comprising small double bed and single bunk again plenty of storage areas, small wardrobe between both bedrooms, next to second bedroom is a spacious w/c . Outside has wide walkways with access to bow for storage in front hull. D... read more

Capricorn ceased trading in August 1997 and was purchased for conversion to a houseboat. The vessel was shortened by 10m; the aft accommodation was upgraded along with machinery spaces, hull and deck. A new and complete conversion of the main-hold ( ex cargo working area ) was carried out. This work was undertaken professionally ( to a very high standard ) at Acorn Shipyard in Rochester, Kent. Subsequently, during the winter of 2006 / 2007 the original aft accommodation was completely removed and renewed. The original "Green Book" ( Dutch Trading Book ) is still onboard l... read more

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Alma, and extremely well maintained and fully operational Luxemotor. Alma has been extremely well fitted out, and finished throughout in oak and ash. Accommodation comprised a guest double cabin with en suite toilet, a large wheelhouse/summer lounge, well appointed kitchen, separate utility area, saloon, a second double bedroom, and a shower room with toilet and basin. There is built in storage throughout, has full diesel fired central heating, and there is also secondary double glazing for all windows. The boat is fully operational, comes ... read more

Specifications: Year: 1907 LOA: 19.9 m Beam: 4.3 m Draft: 1.0 m Construction: Cast Steel Hull / Keel: Displacement HIN: SSR 134573 Engine(s) & Electrical: Ford 2723, 109hp diesel. Serial no: 926F7EDA. Last serviced: March 2017. Engine hours: 348. Maximum speed: 15 knots. Drive type: diesel to velvet drive (2:9 trans). Fuel capacity: 800 litres. Fuel consumption: 3-4 litres per hour. 3 banks of 12V batteries charged from the engine via 60 amp alternator. 240v battery charger. 8kw Kaboda generator. Shore ... read more

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Paulina, a commercial barge that until recently worked as a fuel delivery barge, that could be put back to commercial use or converted to create a cruising houseboat. Paulina is a good size to navigate, and as she only came out of service towards the end of 2019 could easily be put back to work. She is structurally sound, and in very good mechanical condition, the DAF diesel engine providing plenty of power for inland or tidal/ estuary use. Alternatively she could be converted to create a cruising houseboat, with space for a good sized saloon,... read more

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Anne, a Thames racing barge built to commercial standards, available on a residential mooring, ideal for conversion or to place a quality mobile home on top. Anne has been well looked after, and in 2015 had an entire new bottom of 6mm steel to the water line at a cost of nearly £20k. Anne offers full headroom below deck, to have a lower level if being fully converted, or for storage if your idea is to place a quality mobile on top. The deck has a flat middle space of 40' by 16, so ideal to place a good sized quality mobile unit on ... read more

This is a great opportunity to purchase a 16m unconverted, steel, Dutch barge requiring a complete internal fit out. Ideal for someone wanting to fit out a barge to their own requirement. A long term mooring could be available for this vessel. Please phone 01634 720033 to arrange viewing.... read more