*Now reduced in price!*
A uniquely charming and surprisingly spacious Humber barge conversion is now for sale.
Located at the highly desirable Platts Eyot moorings in Hampton, London
Externally James Jones is in good condition (Full underwater survey completed September 2025 with new paint, anodes etc.), and offers a large amount of deck space. If kept on its current, transferable mooring, the buyer will be able to enjoy stunning views across the river Thames facing South, ensuring nearly uninterrupted sun.
At 50ft x 17ft James Jones offers a generous amount of space and lots of character.
The central area inside is a surprisingly large living room / kitchen, with plentiful storage and work space, as well as an electric oven, gas hob with extractor and fridge.
On the other side there is a spacious family area. The room as a whole centres around a beautiful Jøtul wood burning stove. There is diesel central heating throughout, and a good mixture of portholes and skylights providing plenty of natural light.
The master bedroom is accessed through the original heavy bulkhead door, and beyond this find a modern bathroom with toilet and bath.
On the opposite side of the central area is a single bedroom with a very charming wooden decor, beyond which is the utility room with a washing machine and dryer, it's own entrance, and the passage to the engine room, where we find the Gardner 6LXB diesel engine and generator. This room also has direct access tot the wheelhouse
First built in 1960 as a transport ship, James Jones was then converted to a Tugboat in 1979, and finally internally remodelled to a houseboat in 2004.
James Jones is a uniquely charming Humber barge, and can be a lovely family home offering fantastic space, character and secure surroundings.
Please get in touch with any viewing requests or questions.
| Vessel type: | Barge |
| Designer: | Richard Dunston Ltd. |
| Builder: | Richard Dunston Ltd. |
| Model: | Humbel Keel |
| Constructed: | 1960 |
| Registry: | United Kingdom |
| Berths: | 2 |
| No. of engines: | 1 |
| Engine model: | Gardner 6LXB |
| Engine power: | 150 |
| Fuel type: | Diesel |
| Drive type: | Shaft drive |
| Length over all: | 51' |
| Length at waterline: | 51' |
| Beam: | 17' 6" |
| Maximum draft: | 4' 6" |
| Bridge clearance: | 8' |
| Hull material: | Steel |
| Hull type: | Flat |
| Hull colour: | Black |
| Keel type: | Other |
| Displacement: | 50 metric tons |
| Dry Weight: | 50 metric tons |
| Fuel capacity: | 600 Litres |
| Water capacity: | 500 Litres |
| Holding tank capacity: | 1000 Litres |
Note: Indicated location is approximate general area only.