LIGHTER - £31,000

⚓ Thames Lighter Barge | Prime Residential Mooring | Ready for Conversion

   Premier Houseboats are delighted to present this Thames lighter barge, offered on a secure residential mooring in Kent — an increasingly rare opportunity to design and create the floating home of your dreams.

   Finding an empty, ready-to-convert barge on a residential mooring is exceptionally uncommon, making this an exciting and versatile project for anyone seeking a bespoke waterside home.

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🏡 Conversion Potential

 With its generous proportions, this lighter offers superb scope to create a spacious family home, potentially featuring:

Three double bedrooms

A large family bathroom (and space for an en-suite)

An impressive open-plan kitchen and lounge on the upper level

The large beam and flat deck layout provide excellent design flexibility, allowing you to tailor the space to your own style and requirements — whether modern minimalist or classic maritime charm.

  This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your vision to life and build a truly unique floating residence.

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📍 Location

  The barge is located in a popular riverside village with a strong sense of community and convenient access to local amenities:

General store and restaurant/diner within walking distance

Bus terminus with services to neighbouring areas

Schools for all ages, doctors, dentist, chemist, leisure centre, swimming pool, and local shops all nearby

  For commuters:

A2/M2 connections are within ten minutes, offering easy access to both London and the Kent coast

Strood Station provides high-speed rail links to London in approximately 40 minutes

The area also offers beautiful countryside walks, sailing facilities, and a peaceful setting close to the River Medway.

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⚙️ Specifications

Vessel Name: Lighter

Vessel Type: Thames Lighter Barge

Constructed: 1955

Length Overall: 87 ft

Beam: 19 ft

Maximum Draft: 3 ft 6 in

Hull Material: Steel

Mooring: Residential

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💬 Summary

A rare and exciting opportunity to purchase a substantial lighter barge on a residential mooring — ready to be transformed into a spacious and distinctive floating home. With excellent proportions, flexible layout options, and a fantastic riverside location, this vessel is perfect for anyone looking to design their own dream home afloat.

 

📝 Disclaimer

Premier Houseboats offers the details of this advert in good faith as presented by the seller or their representative but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information or the condition of the described item. Buyers should instruct their agents or surveyors to verify details as required. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.