Map2 bedroom houseboat for sale
Port Medway Marina, Rochester, ME2
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Houseboat
2 beds
2 baths
764 sq ft / 71 sq m
Key information
Features and description
- 20.4m Dutch barge
- Iron hull, 7mm plating
- DAF 575 diesel engine
- Recently redecorated interior
- Kabola diesel heating system
- River Medway location
- Mooring charges £8,500 per annum
- Fitted with spud poles (steel poles running through the boat which can be raised and lowered to secure to the riverbed)
- Fitted gangplanks on both sides
- Bow thruster to provide lateral port and starboard thrust
Lara T is a beautifully crafted 20.4 m. Dutch barge built in 1898, designed in the Koftjalk style with a flat bottom and curved bilge, making her a robust coastal vessel. She boasts a solid iron hull constructed with 7 mm. plating, maintaining her original integrity with minimal structural alterations. The boat is powered by a reliable DAF 575 inboard diesel engine, and her systems, including professionally installed plumbing and heating, are in serviceable condition. Inside, Lara T has undergone recent redecoration, blending her classic charm with modern touches. The interior layout showcases quality workmanship, featuring a partially refitted galley, spacious saloon, and comfortable living areas that retain the barge’s vintage appeal. The well-maintained windows and port lights flood the space with natural light, enhancing the cozy ambiance. The vessel also includes a functional pump-out toilet system and a Kabola diesel boiler, ensuring a warm and inviting environment. Additional specifications include a keel-cooled engine, separate fuel and water tanks, and a steering gear and rudder system in good working order. The electrical system has been professionally installed and includes both AC and DC circuits, providing reliable power throughout. Lara T is an excellent opportunity for those looking to own a classic barge with character, offering a strong foundation with ongoing updates to create a stunning liveaboard or leisure vessel. Moored in Port Medway Marina, Kent on a fully assignable and transferable mooring. Port Medway Marina is known for offering a friendly and full-service marina environment on the River Medway, providing mooring, boatyard services, and a community atmosphere for boating enthusiasts. The Marina is set in an ideal location with close proximity to London (44 minutes by train to St Pancras International).
Mooring charge: £2,410.17 approx. per quarter, includes water.
Electricity payable on meter.
Council tax band A.
Mooring charge: £2,410.17 approx. per quarter, includes water.
Electricity payable on meter.
Council tax band A.
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