A watertight business: Walton-on-Thames houseboat for sale with a library and heated parquet floors

Living on a boat doesn't have to be a rustic experience, as this south London vessel with parquet floors and seating for 10 guests shows.

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Faye Greenslade18 August 2017

Float your business plan aboard Walhalla, a custom-built cruising houseboat currently moored at Tingdene’s Walton Marina in Walton-on-Thames — taking inspiration from Sir Richard Branson who started his vast Virgin empire from a houseboat in Little Venice.

Why not offer educational cruises with lunch and dinner included aboard this 70ft x 11ft dreamboat?

There are heated parquet floors throughout and a fully fitted kitchen, seating for 10 guests, plus library and study areas, a bedroom and twin bathrooms.

Available for £229,000 through Knight Frank (01932 485186).