2 bed houseboat for sale

Medway Bridge Marina Manor Lane, Rochester ME1

Houseboat for Sale – Rochester, Medway Bridge Marina
Asking Price: £90,000
(Rent-to-Buy option available)

A beautifully renovated 42ft x 12ft houseboat, set on a permanent residential mooring in Rochester’s Medway Bridge Marina. Recently refurbished throughout, this home offers modern comforts, character, and the chance to enjoy a truly unique lifestyle on the water.
Because it can be difficult to secure a mortgage for houseboats, I am also open to a rent-to-buy arrangement. This would mean £40,000 upfront, followed by payments of £1,400 per month for three years, at which point the boat would be fully owned. The new owner would also take responsibility for mooring fees and utilities.

Inside, the boat is spread over two levels. Upstairs, you’ll find a light and open living space with new wooden flooring and carpets, a modern kitchen with concrete worktops, Smeg appliances, microwave, freestanding fridge-freezer, and WiFi. Bi-fold doors lead out to a small balcony overlooking the water, and the space is offered fully furnished.

Downstairs are two bedrooms and a bathroom with shower. Please note the head height on this level is quite low, so it may not suit someone particularly tall.

Outside, there is a large, fenced private terrace with seating — perfect for relaxing or entertaining.

The mooring fee is £340 per month, with a 20% discount if paid annually. The property has mains electric and water, and a gas bottle serves the oven and hob.
This houseboat could also become a successful Airbnb business once fully owned, adding to its appeal as both a home and an investment.

If you’d like more details or to arrange a viewing, please send me a message.

Property Ownership Information

Tenure

Freehold

Council Tax Band

A

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