Sea Challenge, Vicarage Lane, Port Werburgh, Hoo, Rochester, ME3 9TW

Premier Houseboats are delighted to present Sea Challenge, a truly exceptional tug that has been thoughtfully and beautifully converted to create a large, characterful family home.

The level of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and respect for the vessel’s heritage make this conversion particularly special.

Offering spacious accommodation across three levels, Sea Challenge combines traditional maritime character with modern comfort, providing a unique lifestyle opportunity in a peaceful riverside setting.

The accommodation flows smoothly across all levels, with well-planned access between each floor.

-Wheelhouse (Upper Level) The traditional wheelhouse has been transformed into a bright summer lounge, filled with natural light and offering panoramic views.

From here, you can access the upper deck, a perfect outdoor space for relaxing or entertaining. This level also features a 12' tender with outboard and a hoist system for easy launch and recovery.

-Middle Level Traditional steps lead down to the middle deck, where you’ll find a large double bedroom, a utility area, and a family bathroom fitted with bath, shower attachment, toilet, and hand basin.

A corridor leads to a mezzanine area overlooking the main open-plan living space below - currently used as a home office, but easily adaptable into a fourth double bedroom if required.

From here, there is also access to the extensive exterior deck area.

-Lower Level A striking staircase leads to the lower deck, home to two further double bedrooms and a cloakroom with toilet and hand basin.

Beyond this lies the heart of the home - a stunning open-plan living space measuring approximately 30’ x 22’, incorporating the kitchen, dining area, and main lounge.

This remarkable area features: -A large skylight for abundant natural light -A log burner with back boiler, forming part of a dual heating system alongside the diesel boiler -Original maritime fittings repurposed for character, including a log store created from original equipment -A well-appointed kitchen with built-in appliances, ample storage, and extensive work surfaces -Towards the stern, a stairway leads up to the main deck and a good-sized workshop, providing useful storage and work space.

Completely rewired, re-plumbed, and fully insulated Recent survey available for inspection Dual heating system (log burner with back boiler + diesel boiler) Secure residential mooring with parking Spacious outdoor decks and panoramic river views Currently moored in Hoo, Rochester, Kent, within a quiet, secure marina with on-site parking and beautiful surroundings.

The marina is ideally placed for both work and leisure, with: -Local village amenities just 10 minutes’ walk away -Regular bus services at the marina entrance -Strood railway station nearby, offering high-speed trains to London -Easy access to the M2, Channel Tunnel, and Channel ports -The historic towns of Rochester and Chatham just a short drive away, offering excellent shopping, dining, and schools -Enjoy scenic walks, nearby beaches, woodlands, and views over the River Medway and Chatham Dockyard - all part of the relaxed, friendly atmosphere of marina living.

Sea Challenge is an exceptional example of a high-quality tug conversion, combining historic charm with modern comfort.

With generous living space across three levels, multiple outdoor areas, and a peaceful riverside location, this unique home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy spacious, characterful living afloat.

The boat is freehold and the residential mooring is leasehold Vessel name: Sea Challenge Vessel condition: Good Year constructed: 1968 Year refitted: 2016 Berths: 8 Cabins: 4 Heads: 2 Fuel type: Diesel Length over all: 100' Beam: 25' Maximum draft: 14' Hull material: Steel Hull type: Other 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.

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