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

Specifications: Year: 1959 LOA: 17 m Beam: 4 m Draft: 1.5 m Construction: Steel Hull/Keel: Long keel HIN: WR293 Description: She was professionally converted from a commercial fishing cutter into a practical, contemporary motor cruiser with accommodation for up to 6 people. She's ocean going and can run self-sufficiently for all her electrical needs. More recent modifications and rebuilds to her domestic arrangements were completed 2018. She has spent the last couple of seasons in Holland, cruising the ... read more

Amiens RASC Amiens is a truly unique vessel. She is one of 14 Battlefield Class high speed target towing launches built by Thornycroft for the MOD in 1944 and is believed to be the only seagoing vessel left of her class. There is some incredible history behind this vessel from her service days with the Royal Army Service Corp as well as her time in commercial use as a survey vessel when she surveyed the sea floor for the Channel Tunnel. Since her current owners purchased her, she has had an extensive amount of works completed both interior and exterior and is currently used as a fully funct... read more

Specifications: Year: 1970 LOA: 78' Beam: 14' Draft: 4' Construction: Steel Hull / Keel: Flat HIN: N/A Description: "Her superstructure was built by the owner in 2016 and everything fitted was brand new. This barge is finished to a high standard with over 8' headroom. She is an open spacious boat finished to a high standard with brand new appliances in 2016. Her superstructure is finished with 4 coats of primer, ready for top coat." Engine(s) & Electrical: 30 batteries, wind/solar... read more

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Grampian Quest, an exceptional opportunity to convert a trawler into an outstanding character home, with the benefit of being able to live aboard whilst converting. Grampian Quest offers plenty of accommodation already converted, including three double bedrooms, lounge, and a large bathroom with shower, toilet and hand basin. There is also a second toilet. The wheelhouse has been converted to a kitchen diner, with lots of windows allowing light and spectacular views.There are another four areas ready to convert convert. There is currently a log b... read more

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Onward Mariner, an ex coaster offering incredible space both internally and externally, whilst retaining the feel of a ship. Onward Mariner has accommodation on two levels making it an incredible family home. Entrance is through an original doorway to what was the crews quarters. This has a lounge area, galley, shower room, toilet, double cabin and a cabin with two original bunks. A wide stairway leads down to the main hold which has amazing headroom throughout, utilising much or the internal steelwork. Accommodation comprises an extremely... read more

Specifications: Year: 1898 LOA: 22.6 m Beam: 4.57 m Draft: 1.36 m Construction: Steel Hull/Keel: Flat HIN: N/A Description: ‘Grietje’ is a wonderfully looked after original sailing Dutch Tjalk that has been converted into a liveaboard. The barge is a historic boat, originally built in 1898 by Drews Hoogezand as a working vessel. ‘Grietje’ has been in our family since 2006, and took part in the 2012 Queen’s River Thames Pageant as one of the oldest boats on the river Thames. She's been ... read more

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Zodiac, a converted ex passenger ferry, offering incredible space and light, whilst retaining its character and look. Zodiac offers a massive 44' by 14' lounge are, extremely well fitted out, and with plenty of windows for light. You enter the lounge through the wheelhouse/porch, and this incredible main living area opens up before you, and it also has doors to an outside terrace aft, a good sized space to enjoy the views along the Medway. Stairs from the lounge lead to the lower deck accommodation. This comprises two large double... read more