"Lady Darling". Dual Deck, 3 Bed, 1 Bath, Houseboat Just Listed

Lady Darling is an exceptional river cruiser / houseboat. If you have ever dreamed of cruising the full length of the River Murray, Lady Darling offers the perfect opportunity to turn that dream into reality. Professionally built by well know NSW shipwright Andrew Cooke and first launched in 2005, this impressive dual-deck, all-steel houseboat river cruiser combines quality craftsmanship with spacious, comfortable living for extended cruising or full-time life on the water.

Lovingly maintained by its current owners, Lady Darling presents in excellent condition and is offered for genuine sale as it no longer suits their needs. Designed with a shallow bow draft, the vessel allows easy access to the riverbank for convenient boarding and mooring.

Entry is via glass sliding doors on either side into a light-filled deckhouse. The starboard helm is well equipped with Hydrive hydraulic steering, Perkins instrumentation, UHF radio, Kenwood stereo and practical storage space. The open-plan living area features a comfortable sofa bed, dining space, and a generous modern galley complete with a Westinghouse four-burner stove, grill and oven, large gas/electric fridge-freezer, pantry and all included chattels. The two reverse-cycle air conditioners ensure year-round comforts.

Accommodation includes three well-appointed bedrooms comprising a spacious walk-around master with built-in robes, a second double bedroom and a bunk room, comfortably sleeping eight guests. The modern bathroom features a moulded shower with glass screen door, vanity, and marine flushing toilet.

At the stern, an inviting sunroom with television and additional sofa bed provides extra entertaining space before opening onto the large entertaining deck and swim platform, offering plenty of room for outdoor dining and relaxing. The expansive upper sundeck, can be accessed via a port or starboard side ladder, provides spectacular elevated river views and offers excellent potential for the addition of a canopy or hardtop for all-season enjoyment.

Built for extended cruising, Lady Darling features off-grid power for lighting and pumps, a Mellga 5KVA diesel generator, new 2026 Aqua Max Pro-Tek instant gas hot water service, aluminium side-entry gangplank, 800-litre freshwater capacity, 1,200-litre wastewater tank and extensive underfloor bulkhead storage throughout.

Powered by a reliable 135hp Perkins six-cylinder marine diesel engine driving through a stainless-steel shaft and four-blade propeller, serviced 2025 by Greg Evans. The vessel also carries a substantial 1,000-litre diesel fuel tank, providing an impressive cruising range.

The hull was slipped and repainted to the waterline in December 2025, with a new insurance risk assessment completed and passed by Leo Vette Marine Surveyor. Lady Darling also holds current 2025/2026 electrical and gas compliance certificates. A current mooring maybe available, subject to application and approval.

Located in the Upper River Murray region at Mildura, Lady Darling is offered as a genuine walk-in, walk-out sale. Whether you're seeking a luxurious liveaboard lifestyle, unforgettable family holidays or extended river adventures with friends, this exceptional vessel is ready to cast off.

Expressions of Interest are invited.
Inspection is strictly by appointment only.

Sale Price: $235,000

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At Mannum Anchorage, we make buying or selling a houseboat a smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free experience. We are the leading and most active houseboat brokerage on the Murray River, with a proven record of successful sales and many returning clients who trust us again and again. Small enough to offer personal service, yet large enough to provide professional support. Contact us today for a no obligation appraisal and see what we can do for you.