The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Houseboat Thames Lighter Barge

£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  267627
  • LOA  ·  25.00m
  • Year  ·  1935
  • Construction  ·  Steel
  • Underwater profile  ·  Full-displacement
  • Berths  ·  8
  • Lying  ·  Rochester
Boatshed Medway
Boatshed Medway
Suzzanne McDonald

The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Extra Details

Lying Rochester

Dimensions

LOA 25.00m
Beam 6.70m
Draft Min 1.10m
Draft Max 1.10m
Storage On marina

Electrical Systems

240 volt battery,

Construction

Construction Steel
Underwater profile Full-displacement
Finish Paint finish

Accommodation

Total # of berths 8
No. of double berths 3
No. of single berths 2
Cabin(s) 5
Handbasin 3
Shower 2
Heads 2 heads (Electric)

Accommodation
Boarding is via gangplank to :
Foredeck -2.2m x 2.7m
With fully glazed conservatory entrance, steps up to:
Main Living Room -4m x 6m
The main living space occupies all but the full width of the vessel and has large windows on both port and starboard sides.
Walk aft towards stairs to the lower deck , on the port side is a Large Heads - 2.1m x 2.5m
Basin toilet and over bath shower, large window.
Continue aft double doors to:
Kitchen Diner - 4m x 5m
Base units, plus integrated appliances 5 ring range style cooker. Island unit with stainless sink H&C water - space for dining table.
Continue aft through a door to:
Bedroom one / Reception two - 3.9m x 5.2m
Windows down both sides and a fully glazed sliding patio door opens on to the aft deck area with balcony rail.
Lower Decks - The staircase leads to the lower deck hallway.
Bedroom / Cabin Three - 3.6m x 3.4m
Wall mounted electric fire and two windows.
A further door leads through to a Dressing room / Walk in Wardrobe or child's bedroom. There is a hatch access to the bow.
Shower Room & Toilet
Double length walk in shower with glass screen, low level toilet and basin door to under stair services cupboard.
Bedroom four- 2.7m x 3.7m
Bedroom Two
This room / cabin is a similar size and shape the the room above and also occupies the full width of the ship, with its natural light coming by way of four high level windows, two on each side. the wall bulkhead to the stern rear of the ship has not been opened up, but like the bow could be opened up for extra storage.

5 burner gas cooker/stove

Accommodation

Cooker/stove
Grill
Oven
Sink
Carpet
Curtains
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Non-Smokers

Accommodation
Boarding is via gangplank to :
Foredeck -2.2m x 2.7m
With fully glazed conservatory entrance, steps up to:
Main Living Room -4m x 6m
The main living space occupies all but the full width of the vessel and has large windows on both port and starboard sides.
Walk aft towards stairs to the lower deck , on the port side is a Large Heads - 2.1m x 2.5m
Basin toilet and over bath shower, large window.
Continue aft double doors to:
Kitchen Diner - 4m x 5m
Base units, plus integrated appliances 5 ring range style cooker. Island unit with stainless sink H&C water - space for dining table.
Continue aft through a door to:
Bedroom one / Reception two - 3.9m x 5.2m
Windows down both sides and a fully glazed sliding patio door opens on to the aft deck area with balcony rail.
Lower Decks - The staircase leads to the lower deck hallway.
Bedroom / Cabin Three - 3.6m x 3.4m
Wall mounted electric fire and two windows.
A further door leads through to a Dressing room / Walk in Wardrobe or child's bedroom. There is a hatch access to the bow.
Shower Room & Toilet
Double length walk in shower with glass screen, low level toilet and basin door to under stair services cupboard.
Bedroom four- 2.7m x 3.7m
Bedroom Two
This room / cabin is a similar size and shape the the room above and also occupies the full width of the ship, with its natural light coming by way of four high level windows, two on each side. the wall bulkhead to the stern rear of the ship has not been opened up, but like the bow could be opened up for extra storage.

5 burner gas cooker/stove

Broker's Comments

These boat details are subject to contract.
A superb opportunity to own a very spacious converted Thames Lighter. She has an excellent mooring that is rented and new owners will be able to take over this spot subject to marina approval.
She offers a family, fabulous accommodation and appears to have been fitted out to a good standard. At the moment there are 3 bedrooms with 2 receptions and a kitchen diner. She is easily accessed via her gang plank and has the benefit of being able to drive the car right by the mooring which makes life a lot easier when you come back with your shopping. The marina itself has a very lively bar and also a cafe too. Rochester is a lovely town and has excellent motorway and rail links. If you want a detached residence which is affordable then this is worth a look. The owner is in a position to consider a part exchange if you have a property to subject to a property valuation.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

Owners FAQ's

How long have you owned the boat for?

Several Years

Why are you selling her?

Has a House

Where have you sailed her?

Static House Boat

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