TANTALUS - £120,000

⚓ Tantalus – Spacious and Characterful Family Houseboat with Beautiful Blend of Traditional and Modern Design

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.

🏠 Accommodation

Upon entering Tantalus, you’re greeted by a bright office area overlooking the main living space — an ideal spot for working from home or simply enjoying the river views. A small set of steps leads down to the spacious lounge, featuring a multi-fuel stove, solid wood flooring, and a charming ceiling-mounted feature clock. Large windows flood the area with natural light, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

A step up leads to a dedicated dining area, perfect for family meals or entertaining.

Along the corridor you’ll find the family bathroom, newly fitted with a double shower cubicle, toilet, hand basin, and a small heated drying room. The first bedroom currently features two built-in beds, but can easily be reconfigured as a comfortable double.

The modern kitchen offers excellent storage and workspace, and comes fully equipped with a built-in double oven, gas hob and extractor, fridge-freezer, washing machine, and a breakfast bar.

The main bedroom includes a built-in double bed with under-bed storage and fitted wardrobes. From here, a door opens onto a private rear deck, with stairs leading to a large roof terrace complete with table and chairs, offering wonderful views and a peaceful outdoor retreat.

🌿 Features and Finish

Excellent headroom throughout

Solid wood flooring

Double glazed windows

Full gas central heating powered by a combi boiler

Ample built-in storage including additional space within both swim ends

Slightly sloped roof for easy rainwater runoff

Tantalus combines charm, practicality, and space — an ideal choice for those seeking a comfortable, stylish family home on the water.

📍 Location

Within walking distance you’ll find a general store and restaurant/diner, plus excellent local amenities including schools for all ages, restaurants and takeaways, doctors, dentist, chemist, shops, and a leisure centre with swimming pool.

For commuters, the A2/M2 provides easy access to London and the coast within ten minutes, and Strood railway station offers high-speed services to London in around 40 minutes. The surrounding area boasts beautiful countryside walks, river sailing opportunities, and a welcoming village community.

⚙️ Specifications

Vessel Name: Tantalus

Condition: Good

Constructed: 1950

Refitted: 2018

Berths: 4

Cabins: 2

Heads: 1

Length Overall: 80 ft

Beam: 15 ft

Maximum Draft: 3 ft

Hull Material: Steel

Hull Type: Flat

💬 Summary

Tantalus is a beautifully presented family houseboat, offering generous living space, plenty of storage, and a balance of classic charm and modern comfort. With spacious decks, stylish interiors, and ready-to-move-in condition, it represents a fantastic opportunity for anyone seeking an affordable and characterful riverside lifestyle.

📝 Disclaimer

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