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Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Zodiac, a beautifully converted ex-passenger ferry offering extraordinary space, charm, and natural light, while maintaining her classic maritime character.
Originally serving as a passenger ferry on the River Thames, Zodiac has been sympathetically transformed into a substantial floating home, providing two generous levels of accommodation, a large open-plan lounge, and a terrace overlooking the River Medway.
You enter through the wheelhouse, now used as a bright porch area, leading into an impressive 44’ x 14’ open-plan lounge.
This vast living space is tastefully fitted out and flooded with light from numerous windows, creating an airy and welcoming atmosphere.
At the rear, double doors open to a private aft terrace – a lovely outdoor area to relax and enjoy river views.
Stairs from the lounge lead to the lower deck, where you’ll find well-designed and comfortable living quarters:
Two large double bedrooms, each with extensive fitted storage
A family bathroom with bath, shower attachment, toilet, and hand basin
A spacious dining area ideal for family meals or entertaining
A fully fitted kitchen, complete with a 6-burner range cooker with double oven, ample work surfaces, and abundant storage
The lower deck is well finished and maintained, offering all the comforts of a traditional home while retaining a distinctive nautical character.
The engine room currently houses the boiler, washer/dryer, and freezer.
The original Gardner 5LXB engine remains in place but is not currently connected. It has not been used for many years but could be recommissioned if desired.
Zodiac benefits from UPVC double glazing and diesel-fired central heating throughout, ensuring comfort in all seasons.
Constructed with a robust carvel-built pine hull, with elm upper strakes on oak frames, she is a fine example of traditional boatbuilding craftsmanship.
While Zodiac offers superb space and potential, her hull now requires attention and she will need to be dry-docked for a full survey and maintenance.
This is reflected in the significantly reduced asking price, and the owners are open to sensible offers.
For the right buyer, she presents a fantastic opportunity to restore and enhance a vessel of exceptional character and size — a unique floating home with history and heart.
Moored in a peaceful and secure residential marina close to Hoo St Werburgh, Zodiac enjoys excellent local amenities:
General store and restaurant/diner within walking distance
Bus terminus with services to neighbouring towns
Schools for all ages, local shops, leisure centre, doctors, dentist, and chemist nearby
Easy access to A2/M2, reaching London or the coast in under 10 minutes by car
Strood Station offers high-speed services to London in around 40 minutes
Close to the River Medway, sailing clubs, and scenic countryside walks.
Zodiac represents a rare opportunity to acquire a classic, characterful vessel with immense living space and potential.
While requiring some restoration, she offers the foundations for a stunning, one-of-a-kind floating home in a desirable and well-connected riverside setting.
Vessel name: Zodiac
Vessel condition: Good
Year constructed: 1950
Year refitted: 2002
Berths: 4
Cabins: 2
Heads: 1
No. of engines: 1
Engine model: Gardner 5LXB
Length over all: 82' 9"
Beam: 17' 2"
Maximum draft: 4' 1"
Hull material: Wood
Hull type: Displacement
Disclaimer
Premier Houseboats offers the details of this advert in good faith as it was presented by the seller or his representative but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the described item within this advert. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. The Item described within this advert is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
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