Converted Tug with Exceptional Potential on Residential Mooring

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.

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🛥️ Accommodation and Layout

   Currently, Napia retains much of her original working charm, with accommodation including a galley and dining area, wheelhouse, shower room and toilet, and three separate cabins.   These spaces remain in their functional, seagoing configuration, offering the option to live aboard immediately in a characterful, maritime setting — or to undertake a thoughtful refit to modernise the interior.

   The engine room is exceptionally large and offers excellent headroom throughout. Although the existing machinery is believed to be beyond economical repair, this opens an exciting opportunity: removing the equipment would unlock a vast interior volume, ideal for transforming into an open-plan living area, studio, or additional cabins — while preserving the traditional external look of a working tug.

   Externally, Napia offers ample outdoor deck space across two levels, perfect for enjoying the surrounding river views or entertaining in the warmer months.

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⚙️ Potential and Condition

  Structurally, Napia is in excellent condition throughout, reflecting her robust commercial build and careful maintenance over the years. With her strong steel hull and classic lines, she provides the perfect foundation for conversion into a spacious, stylish, and truly individual home afloat.

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🌅 Location

  Set on a secure residential mooring with outstanding views over the River Medway, Napia benefits from a peaceful yet convenient setting.