Service Image

Life on the water

Everything we do is carefully considered to make living on water an unrivalled pleasure. We combine the very best in boat design with sophisticated residential and leisure moorings to offer all the conveniences you would expect for modern living. Every boat has an engine which means you can take time out to explore the rivers and canals at your leisure.

Your spacious boat is designed for living and cruising and also provides a quiet and comfortable place to work. The interior of your boat can be personalised at build to suit your lifestyle: this includes a range of eco-options such as solar panels or hybrid engine, making this low-impact way of life even more environmentally friendly.

Why choose a life living afloat?

Comfort

Our brand new boats are appointed to the same standard as a luxury apartment with elegant interior design and premium fittings. Twice the width of a narrow boat, there is plenty of space for home comforts including a king-sized bed, a bath and wine cooler.

Woman in a warm scarf sitting on a chair with feet up on a boat, reading a book by the water with swans and city buildings in the background.

Convenience

In case you were wondering; electricity, broadband, pumped waste disposal, rubbish collections and secure storage are all available on site. Our moorings are always in great locations making it easy to access local shops, services or transport hubs. Some of our london moorings qualify for parking permits.

Man in a gray coat waving hand toward a red and blue train at a sunlit urban station.

Entertainment

The Waterspace lifestyle doesn’t leave you stranded; it puts you in the heart of the action. Our moorings are all in highly desirable locations, with thriving communities of cafés, shops, restaurants, cinemas, theatres and green spaces just a short distance away.

People dining at outdoor tables under Smollensky's black umbrellas in a city plaza during daylight.

Freedom

Living on the water brings you closer to nature, even if you never leave your mooring. But with Waterspace Living you have the freedom to explore the waterways, discovering historic towns and beautiful countryside. Go at your own pace and enjoy the priceless sense of relaxation and freedom.

Thick rope neatly coiled and tied on a cleat on the edge of a wooden boat deck in soft sunlight.
Service Image

Maximise your investment

A common question we often get from our customers is whether they can rent their boat out once they have purchased it - the answer is yes!

Residents at locations managed by our friends at Aquavista are able to let out their boats for holidays, which is a really attractive proposition for people who may not be able to live on board every week of the year or simply want to help to cover the running costs of life afloat. In fact, for some of our clients, 100% of their annual running costs are covered by renting out their floating homes.
We have partnered up with Hosting Holidays who provide a no hassle, full management service so that you can outsource everything from marketing, guest communications, reservation diaries, cleaning and servicing for a small fee. If you’re interested in finding out more about how this could work for you, have a look HERE.

Contact us to find out more about how we can help design a boat that’s perfect for letting, including remote heating systems, lockable storage, smart security and a boat design that provides the ideal layout to maximise your income potential from holiday lets. To find out more, visit: www.hostingholidays.com

Still have questions?

We’re here to help. Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply exploring life by the water, get in touch with our team for personalised advice.

Get in touch
quotation marks
I love it! I don't think you can have the layout any better.
"It's cozy....comfortable...I love it! I don't think you can have the layout any better. It's spacious. It is exactly what I want. I love living on the riverside, the nature, the seclusion. This is good value for money".
M. P.

FAQs

We know that buying or selling a waterside or floating home comes with its own unique considerations. Whether you’re curious about the lifestyle, the process, or how we work, here are some of the most common questions we get asked.

How soon can I have a boat?

Some boats are in stock and can be yours immediately. Boats that are built to order take between 10-16 weeks to deliver.

Do I own the mooring?

No, you will pay an annual license fee to the mooring operator for a fixed term agreement of typically between 10-50 years, renewable on an annual basis after that. The fee includes services and facilities at the moorings such as utilities and waste disposal.

How can I learn to drive the boat?

We will give you all the training you need at handover and you can come back to us any time if you need further help. We’ll ensure you are confident with all the systems onboard and how to move your boat. The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) offers an Inland Waterway Helmsman Certificate [rya.org.uk].

Do I need special permission to leave the mooring?

It depends where you are moored and where you are going. At Hazlemere Marina, no, you can just untie your ropes and go. From Bramley Falls on the Thames you’ll need to arrange passage through the lock.

What are the running costs I should consider?

Key costs of living on a boat include licence fee, mooring fee, safety certificate (like an MOT), boat maintenance, utilities, council tax and insurance.

Can I get a mortgage for a boat?

There are specialist lenders for marine mortgages. We recommend you deal with a company that is a member of British Marine, the trade federation for the boating industry. Please talk to us if you need a mortgage and we’ll help you with this.

Do I have to pay stamp duty?

No, there is no stamp duty on residential boats.

Still have questions?

We’re here to help. Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply exploring life by the water, get in touch with our team for personalised advice.

Get in touch