Houseboat Original

65ft Luxury Catamaran Houseboat – Fully Refurbished Liveaboard 

Key Features

• 65ft (19.5m) Catamaran Houseboat
• Aluminium Hull
• 3 Bedrooms across three floors
• Completely refurbished to a high standard
• Twin Ford Mermaid 6-cylinder diesel engines (approx. 200 hours)
• Full oil-fired heating system
• Bespoke fully fitted kitchen
• Spacious outside dining and entertaining deck
• Outer top deck with helm position
• Double-glazed marine aluminium windows
• Currently moored at Essex Marina, Wallasea Island
• Mooring potentially transferable

Description

A rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully presented 65ft fully equipped catamaran houseboat, offering an exceptional lifestyle on the water.

Originally built in Pembrokeshire between 2000 and 2007 by a professional boat builder, this unique vessel was designed as a liveaboard and has since been completely refurbished to a high standard in 2021–2022, with approximately £80,000 invested in upgrades.

Spanning three levels, the vessel provides spacious and comfortable living accommodation including a bright lounge, bespoke fitted kitchen, three bedrooms, and a modern family bathroom. High-quality Houdini double-glazed marine aluminium windows provide durability and excellent insulation throughout the vessel.

Externally, the boat offers a large rear decking area ideal for entertaining, along with an upper wheelhouse and top deck with commanding views. The vessel is powered by twin Ford Mermaid diesel engines, each fed by dedicated fuel tanks and with very low running hours.

Currently moored at Essex Marina on the River Crouch, the berth offers convenient access to marina facilities including bar, café, secure parking, and 24-hour security. The mooring may be transferable subject to marina agreement.

This vessel offers a rare chance to own a spacious liveaboard home or distinctive coastal cruiser, equally suited for full-time living, a weekend retreat, or a unique investment opportunity.

Accommodation

Living Room

Spacious lounge with wood-style vinyl flooring, double-glazed aluminium windows, skylight, escape hatch, and wall-mounted radiator.

Kitchen

Fully fitted bespoke kitchen featuring:

• Induction hob
• Convection oven and microwave oven
• Dishwasher and washing machine
• 1.5 sink with mixer taps
• Extractor fan
• Ample storage and work surfaces.

Master Bedroom

Bright master cabin with built-in wardrobe, fitted drawers, multiple double-glazed windows, and radiator.

Bedroom 2 (Lower Deck)

Twin single beds, carpeted flooring, power points and heating.

Bedroom 3 / Wheelhouse Cabin

Upper deck cabin with helm station, adjustable captain’s chair, seating and access to the top deck.

Bathroom

Modern family bathroom with bathtub, overhead shower, wash basin, electric marine toilet and radiator.

Exterior & Deck Areas

• Large rear entertaining and dining deck
• Non-slip fibreglass outer decks
• Upper wheelhouse and helm
• Top deck seating area
• Stainless steel and iroko access steps.

Machinery & Systems

• Twin Ford Mermaid 6-cylinder marine diesel engines
• Approx. 200 engine hours
• 2 x 1000L fuel tanks
• 2 x 220amp lead batteries
• Victron 3kVA inverter
• Honda 5kVA generator
• Oil-fired heating and hot water system
• 300l kerosene tank for heating oil
• 800L black & grey water holding tank
• 600L fresh water tank
• Twin bow thrusters
• Garmin chart plotter and VHF radio.

Dimensions

• Length: 65ft (19.5m)
• Beam: 18ft (5.5m)
• Height: 5.5m (waterline to wheelhouse roof)
• Draft: approx. 780mm
• Displacement: approx. 32 tonnes.

Additional Equipment

• Electric windlass with 25kg anchor
• Life raft and safety equipment
• Fire extinguishers throughout
• 2.7m Seago dinghy tender
• Shore power connection.

Location

Currently moored at Essex Marina, Wallasea Island (River Crouch) with full shore power and water connection. Mooring costs approximately £568 per month and includes marina facilities and parking.