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3 bedroom houseboat for sale

Kensington Wharf, Chelsea, SW10
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3 beds
1 bath
716 sq ft / 67 sq m
Reduced < 14 days

Key information

TenureLeasehold | 21 yrs left
Council taxBand C

Features and description

  • Tenure: Leasehold (21 years remaining)
  • Historic Charm with Modern Comforts – Retaining its riveted steel hull, this former tugboat has been thoughtfully redesigned for stylish and practical living.
  • Stunning River Views – The upper deck living room opens onto a generous outdoor deck, perfect for soaking in the Thames scenery.
  • Smartly Designed Kitchen – Located towards the stern, the cleverly configured kitchen maximizes space while offering all the essentials.
  • Three Spacious Bedrooms – Situated on the lower deck, these well-proportioned rooms provide a cosy retreat.
  • Fully Equipped with Essential Utilities – Mains electricity, water, and sewerage connections ensure all the comforts of a traditional home.
  • Council tax: Band C
  • Mooring charges: £9,800 VAT per year
  • Mains electricity, water and sewerage
Discover a rare opportunity to own a beautifully converted 1946 Thames Tug, now transformed into a spacious and characterful houseboat, offering modern London living with stunning river views. Benefiting from a 23-year renewable residential lease, this unique home blends history with contemporary comfort, creating a one-of-a-kind floating residence.

Additional Features & Equipment:

Grant central heating boiler with Riello burner (recently replaced)
Drayton Wiser central heating controller (cloud-based control)
Victron 240V marine isolating transformer
RCBO circuit breakers (installed 2020)
Vent-Axia Sentinel Kinetic MVHR fresh air heat exchanger
Heatrae Sadia Megaflow sealed hot water tank in large storeroom.
Fire extinguishers, alarms & bilge pump for safety
Secondary glazing throughout for added insulation

Prime London Mooring:

This houseboat is located on a private residential mooring at Kensington Wharf, accessed via a secure private pier. The mooring lease extends until 2046, with an annual charge of £9,800. Situated close to excellent transport links and top shopping & leisure destinations:

King’s Road – 0.2 miles
Imperial Wharf - 0.4 miles
Sloane Square – 1.25 miles
Battersea Park – Just across Battersea Bridge
Council Tax Band C

A Unique Opportunity to Own a Piece of London’s Maritime History! If you're seeking a distinctive riverside home with charm, convenience, and a touch of adventure, this converted Thames Tug is a must-see.
Contact us today to arrange a viewing.

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RiverHomes - South West & Central London Branch
RiverHomes - South West & Central London Branch
1-3 Lower Richmond Road Putney, London SW15 1EJ
020 8115 0695
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At RiverHomes, our mission is to communicate the unique benefits of living by the water to as many people as possible - and we’re immensely proud that our entire company is dedicated to helping people live the waterside dream. RiverHomes began in 2003 as a family-owned business - and that’s what it remains today: one father and two sons who jointly lead a team of over 30 loyal, dedicated and hardworking employees who we consider to be just as much a part of our family. We know everything there is to know about waterside living -  not just property prices, but the best areas to see the wildlife, the optimal times to take a boat out, the friendliest pubs, the prettiest nearby parks… and so much more! You couldn’t find a more knowledgeable group of people to market a property or show you around one.
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