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Premier Houseboats is one of the UK’s leading houseboat brokers, based at Port Werburgh near Rochester, Kent. We provide a friendly, professional, and personal service for anyone thinking about living on the water.
Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or need advice on your current houseboat, we’re here to help. Our office overlooks the beautiful Port Werburgh Marina, perfectly located for the many houseboat communities along the Medway estuary — though our services extend across the UK and beyond.
We pride ourselves on being flexible, understanding, and approachable, making your move to or from a houseboat as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Premier Houseboats – the UK’s trusted houseboat specialists.
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Premier Houseboats are delighted to present an exceptionally rare opportunity to purchase a freehold mooring on the River Thames at Kew Bridge — one of London’s most sought-after waterfront locations.
This 135ft mooring forms part of a 220ft stretch currently being divided by the owner, with the potential for the remaining section to become available in the future. The mooring benefits from mains electricity, gas, and water, as well as two secure, roofed parking spaces — ... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Alma — an exceptionally well-maintained and fully operational Luxemotor, offered with a 44-year residential mooring licence. This impressive vessel combines traditional craftsmanship with modern comfort, creating an ideal long-term floating home and cruising opportunity.
Finished throughout in oak and ash, Alma has been beautifully fitted out to a high standard, offering spacious and versatile accommodation.
Accommodation
Guest double cab... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Krysta, a beautifully presented floating home offering generous accommodation and outstanding outdoor space, ideal for family living or those seeking a relaxed waterside lifestyle.
Professionally converted to a high standard, Krysta has been thoughtfully designed to make the very best use of the space available. The result is a comfortable and practical home that feels light, spacious, and welcoming throughout.
Upon entering Krysta, there is an ... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present the Rochester Queen, an ex event venue boat, that could be put back to being a venue with a relatively small amount of updating, or converted to create an amazing houseboat. This incredible opportunity now comes on a secure residential mooring.
Rochester Queen offers incredible space over three levels, the top two levels have an incredible amount of light due to the many windows, and there is also excellent headroom on all three levels.There are th... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Perch, a beautifully designed and exceptionally spacious houseboat conversion, offering extraordinary living space across three levels. This unique floating home combines the comfort of a large family property with the charm and tranquillity of life on the water.
Thoughtfully laid out, Perch provides versatile and generous accommodation, with external access around each level and the potential to tailor areas to suit your own lifestyle.
-Top Leve... 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 pano... read more
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Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Lady Grey — a simply stunning, contemporary houseboat offering exceptional light, space, and design quality throughout. Purpose-built to provide modern, spacious accommodation, Lady Grey has been finished to an impeccably high standard, creating an inviting and stylish floating family home on a secure residential mooring.
Accommodation
-Main Entrance Level
A welcoming open hallway with stairway access to both upper and lowe... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Filey Bay, a beautifully maintained and generously proportioned houseboat situated on a secure residential mooring. Offering exceptional internal space, a light and airy feel throughout, and an impressive decked terrace area, Filey Bay provides the perfect blend of comfort, style, and riverside living.
Entry is via a new front door into a large open-plan kitchen/diner, featuring extensive fitted units, ample work surfaces, and freestanding applian... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present River’s End, a truly stunning bespoke floating home offering luxury, practicality, and beautiful surroundings. Purpose-designed by the current owners, this exceptional houseboat combines high-end finishes, low running costs, and manageable maintenance — creating a unique modern home on the water.
Accommodation
The interior layout flows effortlessly, with impressive headroom and natural light throughout. The highlight is the 480 sq. ... read more
A Rare Opportunity to Create a Cruising Floating Home
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Golden Sunrise, a Thames passenger vessel recently taken out of service and offering exceptional potential to create a stunning floating home, with the added advantage of retaining cruising capability if desired.
This is an extremely rare opportunity to acquire a vessel so recently in commercial use and presented in excellent condition, making her an ideal platform for conversion into a unique resid... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Pevencey Bay, a large converted lighter offering generous family accommodation and private outdoor space, set on a secure residential mooring just a 15-minute walk from Rochester High Street.
Thoughtfully converted by the current owners, this impressive houseboat combines open-plan living, excellent headroom, and the opportunity to complete remaining work to your own taste — making it an ideal home for those seeking both space and potential.
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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 peace... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Medway Rhino, a unique and fully operational houseboat, offering generous internal and external living space on a secure residential mooring in a sought-after marina on the River Medway.
Originally built as a salvage vessel, Medway Rhino has been sympathetically and expertly converted to create a spacious, characterful home that retains its original working charm while providing all modern comforts.
Access is through the wheelhouse, a large an... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present this brand-new floating home, designed with comfort, style, and practicality in mind. Created by placing a top-of-the-range park home on a newly built reinforced concrete float, this innovative design offers economical, low maintenance living in a secure residential marina.
The concrete float ensures minimal ongoing maintenance, while the modern cladding guarantees long-term durability — providing a carefree, energy-efficient lifestyle surrou... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Téa, a truly unique and characterful houseboat originally built as an East German naval tug in 1958 and now converted into a comfortable and distinctive floating home.
The asking price has been reduced due to the owner’s health, and sensible offers are warmly encouraged.
Commissioned in 1957 and handed over to the East German Navy in 1959, Téa is exceptionally well built — as you would expect from a vessel of her pedigre... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Fireflair, a beautifully decorated and well-maintained static houseboat, offering character, charm, and economical living.
Originally commissioned by the War Office and later serving as a fire boat on the Thames, Fireflair has since been thoughtfully converted into a spacious and homely floating residence that blends traditional craftsmanship with modern comfort.
The upper accommodation is divided into two inviting sections. The main lounge is ... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Duncan, a spacious and versatile floating home offering endless potential. This three-level vessel provides an exciting opportunity for anyone looking to create a custom floating home. While it does require some internal refurbishment, Duncan is priced to sell, offering exceptional value for such a large and well-designed space.
With three levels and four cabins, Duncan offers ample room for a growing family or those who appreciate spacious living.
Low... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Onward Mariner, a former coaster that offers an extraordinary amount of space both inside and out, while proudly retaining her authentic ship character. With accommodation spread over two levels and multiple deck areas, this vessel provides a truly unique and versatile family home on the water
Access is via the original crew entrance, leading into what was once the crew quarters. This area now offers a comfortable lounge, galley kitchen, shower r... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Kenrose, a contemporary and stylish static home that has been refurbished to a very high standard throughout. Combining comfort, practicality and charm, this well-maintained floating home offers economical running costs, modern finishes and a peaceful riverside lifestyle.
Inside, Kenrose has been tastefully decorated and thoughtfully designed to maximise space and light.
The bright lounge spans the full width of the home, with large windows p... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present William Ryan, believed to be the oldest surviving Thames tug, now thoughtfully converted into a beautiful and characterful houseboat. Moored on a superb residential berth at Standard Quay, Faversham, this remarkable vessel offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of maritime history, perfectly balanced with the comforts of modern living.
Entry is via the former wheelhouse, now serving as a bright and welcoming entrance. A wooden staircase leads d... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Tantalus, a beautifully converted ex-coal barge offering generous accommodation, excellent headroom, and a wonderful combination of character and contemporary comfort. Thoughtfully designed to make the most of every inch of space, this floating home provides both ample internal living areas and two inviting outdoor deck spaces.
Upon entering Tantalus, you’re greeted by a bright office area overlooking the main living space — an ideal ... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Trent 18, a beautifully fitted Humber Sloop offering an abundance of space, character, and classic craftsmanship, situated on a secure residential mooring in a quiet, family-run boatyard near Hoo St Werburgh.
Combining traditional charm with modern comfort, Trent 18 provides generous, well-laid-out accommodation on a single level, making her an ideal family home or peaceful riverside retreat.
Stepping aboard Trent 18, you’ll find a thoug... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Pendle Witch, a beautifully converted widebeam Springer, originally licensed to carry 50 passengers — meaning she was constructed to an exceptionally high and durable standard.
Now transformed into a comfortable and stylish home, Pendle Witch combines character, strength, and practicality, offering affordable living, low running costs, and the ability to cruise the inland waterways of the UK in comfort.
Access is via a spacious enclosed de... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present The Falcon, a lovely residential widebeam narrowboat available on a secure residential mooring in a popular and well-connected village location.
Classically fitted out in American White Oak, The Falcon is offered fully furnished and ready for immediate occupation, making her an ideal floating home for those seeking comfortable waterside living with excellent transport links.
The well-appointed galley kitchen offers ample storage and work surfaces an... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Alegria, a beautifully designed, purpose-built houseboat finished to an exceptionally high specification throughout. Spacious, light-filled, and thoughtfully arranged, she offers modern comfort, energy efficiency, and a peaceful lifestyle on the water.
Every detail of Alegria has been carefully considered to create a low-maintenance, stylish, and economical home.
Originally built in 2014 and refitted to a superb standard just two years ago, she f... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Carole A, a superbly converted tug on a secure residential mooring — a beautiful and characterful floating home that comes fully furnished and ready to enjoy.
Originally built by Richard Dunston in 1943 and sympathetically refitted in 2023, Carole A has been thoughtfully transformed into a spacious, comfortable residence while retaining her original charm. Many period features and fittings have been carefully preserved, blending authentic mar... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Zodiac, a beautifully converted ex-passenger ferry offering extraordinary space, charm, and natural light, while maintaining her classic maritime character.
Originally serving as a passenger ferry on the River Thames, Zodiac has been sympathetically transformed into a substantial floating home, providing two generous levels of accommodation, a large open-plan lounge, and a terrace overlooking the River Medway.
You enter through the wheelhouse,... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present The Spirit of Loch Ness, a beautiful and historic Dutch barge offering a rare opportunity to create a bespoke floating home or cruising vessel.
This impressive barge has been completely stripped and prepared for conversion, providing a blank canvas for a spacious and stylish home afloat.
The Spirit of Loch Ness was dry-docked in 2017, where she was blasted back to bare metal, had a new bottom professionally fitted, and was painted inside and out.... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Poundland, an ingeniously designed and beautifully executed conversion of a compact river barge. Offering exceptional use of space, a bright and contemporary interior, and low ongoing costs, this unique home perfectly balances creativity with practicality.
Accessed via a decked exterior area, double doors open into a strikingly open-plan interior where clever design meets characterful living.
A walkway along one side leads to a mezzanine sleepi... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Rana, a former working tug now converted to a comfortable standard, offering an abundance of space, charm, and opportunity. With accommodation arranged across three levels, Rana provides the ideal canvas to create a unique and characterful family home afloat.
Wheelhouse Level:
At the top level, the former wheelhouse now serves as a bright and inviting sitting room, offering panoramic views and access to a small outdoor seating area – perfect ... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Verandering, a beautiful classic Luxemotor Dutch barge offering generous living space, excellent craftsmanship, and the unmistakable charm of traditional Dutch design.
Combining comfortable residential living with the potential to cruise, Verandering provides the perfect blend of character, functionality, and opportunity.
The accommodation comprises:
Master Bedroom: Features a built-in king-size bed and extensive storage throughout.
Second ... 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 featurin... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Velaire, a Powles 46 cruiser offering generous accommodation and excellent potential, moored securely on a residential berth.
With her impressive living space and classic lines, Velaire is an ideal choice for anyone seeking a comfortable floating home with the option to restore or cruise in the future.
Velaire offers a bright and versatile interior, with well-proportioned rooms throughout.
The aft cabin provides a good-sized double berth, w... 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 u... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present See The Elephant, a purpose-built modern houseboat constructed on floating modular units, offering comfortable, low-maintenance living and excellent energy efficiency.
Designed and built by her current owner, See The Elephant was created with sustainability, practicality, and cost-effective living in mind — a truly innovative home afloat that combines thoughtful design with everyday comfort.
Entering through French doors, you’re wel... read more
Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Ayesha, a beautifully built German motor yacht in excellent mechanical condition. This elegant vessel combines timeless style, generous living space, and strong cruising capability — offering an exceptional opportunity to create a comfortable and characterful home afloat.
The spacious wheelhouse serves as both a helm station and day lounge, providing panoramic views whether cruising or moored. From here, aft doors open onto a large rear deck &... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Napia, a classic steel tugboat in excellent structural condition, recently retired from service due to engine issues. Now available on a secure residential mooring, Napia represents a rare opportunity to create a spacious and distinctive floating home with panoramic views across the River Medway.
Currently, Napia retains much of her original working charm, with accommodation including a galley and dining area, wheelhouse, shower room and toilet, and ... read more
Spacious Luxemotor Dutch Barge – Excellent Layout & Great Potential
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Beluga, a characterful Luxemotor offering generous and comfortable accommodation, combined with an ideal size for cruising. With excellent headroom, versatile living spaces and a classic interior, Beluga provides a wonderful opportunity to create a stylish and spacious floating home.
Entry is via the large wheelhouse, home to the vessel’s traditional navigational con... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Rita, a charming and characterful classic Dutch barge offering the rare opportunity to complete her fit-out to your own style and specification.
Originally constructed in 1925, Rita has benefited from a new superstructure fitted around eight years ago and is now fully insulated throughout, providing a solid foundation for conversion into a stylish and comfortable floating home.
Rita offers an excellent amount of interior space, with superb headro... 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 l... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Chimera, a beautifully maintained and fully operational tug now available on a secure residential mooring on the River Medway.
Offering exceptional versatility, Chimera can be enjoyed immediately as a working liveaboard vessel, or converted into a spacious static home by clearing the engine room to create additional living space.
Originally constructed in 1880, Chimera has been extremely well maintained throughout her life and remaine... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Vertrouwen II, a charming Dutch Luxemotor barge on a secure residential mooring. Mechanically sound and full of traditional character, Vertrouwen II offers generous accommodation and an exciting opportunity for interior refurbishment to create a spacious and comfortable floating home.
Built in 1924 and refitted in 2010, Vertrouwen II recently arrived at Port Werburgh under her own power. Due to a change in the owner’s circumstances, she is now a... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Andraste, a Maurice Griffiths Gulfstream 45, currently moored on a secure residential berth. Offering the charm of a traditional sailing yacht with the comfort of a compact home afloat, Andraste provides excellent living space and the ability to cruise with ease.
Andraste offers a surprisingly spacious and homely interior for her size, combining the warmth of a liveaboard with the practicality of a capable coastal cruiser:
Main Saloon: A cosy livin... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Kirby Moor, a purpose-built static narrowboat with a wider-than-average beam and thoughtfully designed accommodation. Originally built for use as an Air B& B on the inland waterways, Kirby Moor is now available on a secure residential mooring and presents an affordable and comfortable floating home.
Unusually for a narrowboat, Kirby Moor has a beam of 7'4", providing noticeably more interior space than the standard 6'10" ... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Piggin Arkful, a distinctive Dutch barge–style narrowboat offering cosy and characterful living on a secure residential mooring. Built by Dave Thomas with 20/10/6 mm steel, she combines the elegant lines of a barge with the practicality of a narrowboat — and the rare benefit of a proper wheelhouse.
Piggin Arkful is designed to provide practical comfort while retaining a charming, traditional feel throughout.
Wheelhouse: A standout f... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Rosa, a 60ft narrowboat offering spacious accommodation and great potential, located on a secure residential mooring. Recently taken out of the water in 2024, she has undergone significant updates including a full rewire (240V & 12V) and the installation of 14 new anodes. A recent survey is available to view.
Rosa offers a generous and well-planned layout, providing excellent potential to create a comfortable and characterful home afloat.
Aft ... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Stardancer, a beautifully refitted Seamaster 34, now transformed into a comfortable and characterful static home on a secure residential mooring. Compact yet cleverly designed, she offers surprisingly generous accommodation and would make an ideal first home or weekend retreat, just a short walk from Rochester High Street.
Stardancer offers a thoughtful and homely interior with all the essentials for comfortable year-round living.
Aft Cabin: A spac... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Maggie, a beautifully refurbished and strengthened one-bedroom static home, originally built in 2018 and now offered on a secure residential mooring. Thoughtfully redesigned and upgraded throughout in 2024, Maggie provides comfortable and economical waterside living, ideal as a full-time home or peaceful retreat.
Originally designed as a compact, affordable floating home, Maggie had fallen into disrepair over time. Her current owners have loving... read more
Premier Houseboats are pleased to present this extremely rare open concrete barge, offered on a secure residential mooring and providing a unique opportunity to create a bespoke floating home.
Believed to have been constructed during the Second World War, this substantial barge offers enormous conversion potential. With an impressive wide beam and approximately 8 feet of internal headroom, the vessel provides a vast internal footprint, ideal for the creation of a three to four bedroom family... read more