1 bed houseboat for sale

The Dove Pier, Hammersmith W6

This 2007 motor yacht barge represents a unique living opportunity in a vibrant part of London, combining practical cruising capabilities with the comforts of a well-designed interior space. The vessel's robust construction, comprehensive utilities, and desirable mooring location make it an attractive option for those able to make a cash purchase. The steel work was done by John Thomas at Morvoren Seacraft in Penryn Cornwall. The barge shell was then taken to Cockwells Classic & Modern Boatbuilders where the interior was designed and built. An out of water survey was conducted in April 2023 and is available for review. This boat is not so much a 'houseboat' - more of a handy sized motor barge that can be used as an office/pied-à-terre as well as for river and canal cruising. Dimensions are: Length overall 15 m. / beam 3.8 m. / air draft 0.8 m. Made with 10 mm. Steel baseplate and 5 mm. Steel sides and deck. Located on the Dove Pier in Hammersmith on the vibrant Upper Mall which has many fine eateries and drinking establishments, including The Dove - which plays host to some of the finest actors, writers and politicians in London, and The Blue Anchor and is within ten minutes’ walk from Hammersmith station. The mooring is supplied with mains water and electricity (metered). The vessel is attached to a vacuum sewage system which takes waste through pipes and up to the mains sewer, there is no pumping out required. The boat has a 10 year residential licence with 8 years remaining. After that the boat will go on to an annual rolling mooring tenure. Mooring charges are £876.98 per calendar month. Boats are non-mortgageable, cash purchaser required.