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Founders House, Bath, Somerset

Sleeps 5 - 10 5 Bedrooms 8 Dining

Elegant townhouse in Bath sleeping 10 in a superb central location, for special city breaks with friends and family

Holiday Rental for Groups of Families and Friends. Founders House, Bath, Somerset, sleeps 5 - 10 in 5 bedrooms.

Founders House is a handsome 5-storey Georgian townhouse built in 1744 by two of Bath's most influential architects, John Wood the Elder and James Leake. Located in a quiet city-centre cul-de-sac only a two-minute stroll from Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths, this holiday house in central Bath is full of historic character while offering all the modern comforts needed for a relaxing stay. Founders House is ideal for family groups, friends' reunions, or guests attending events in Bath who want to be close to everything the city has to offer - the perfect base for a city break.

This spacious and welcoming home retains original features including panelling, fireplaces, sash windows and a beautiful walnut staircase. Across its 5 floors, guests will find 5 comfortable bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 elegant sitting rooms and a sociable kitchen-diner. 

The kitchen and dining space on the lower ground floor includes a large oak dining table (seats 8), a breakfast bar and everything needed to cook and serve group meals. On the ground floor, there are 2 living spaces — a main sitting room with a gas fire and Smart TV, and a parlour room that can double as a playroom, music room or additional sleeping space (extra bed available on request).

All the bedrooms are light and well-appointed, spread across the 3 upper floors of this impressive townhouse. Beds include twins and doubles, and bathrooms are conveniently placed across the house, including an en suite and two with bathtubs and showers.

Facilities

Accessibility

Due to the five-storey layout and stairs throughout, Founders House is not suitable for guests with limited mobility.

WiFi

WiFi is available throughout the house.

Dining Room

The dining area forms part of the kitchen space and comfortably seats 8 at a large oak table.

Kitchen

Well-equipped, with ceramic hob, oven, microwave, fridge, breakfast bar and large dining table for 8. Full range of cookware and utensils provided.

Sitting Room

Main lounge with corner sofa, gas fire, Smart TV, DVD player, board games. Adjoining parlour room for reading, music, children or an extra guest.

TV and Music Facilities

Smart TV with streaming access, BBC iPlayer and DVD player in the sitting room.

Bedrooms

2 twins on 1st floor (1 en suite shower), twin on 2nd floor, 2 doubles on 3rd floor. Single guest bed can be added in parlour (small extra charge).

Bathrooms

1 en suite with shower, 2 full family bathrooms with bath tub and shower. Separate WC on lower ground floor.

Linen

Fresh white bed linen and two towels per guest are provided.

Heating and Open Fires

Gas central heating throughout. Gas fire in the main lounge.

Children's Facilities

Child-friendly. High chair available. Note: stairs are present throughout and stair gates are not provided.

Outdoor

There is no garden but the Royal Parade Gardens and riverside walks are just yards away.

Parking

Short and long-stay parking available at Southgate or Manvers Street car parks (2-minute walk). EV charging points available. You can unload outside.

Smoking

No smoking permitted inside the house.

Booking Information

The property is available for exclusive holiday rental.

Please note: the hot water system is not designed for all three showers to run simultaneously.

Details regarding deposit, balance payment, check-in/check-out times and minimum stay will be provided at the time of booking.

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Founders House

Please contact the owner for availability dates

Midweek per night
From £275

Location

In a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of the historic and vibrant city of Bath, just a two-minute walk from Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths.

  • Supermarket and deli - 50 yards.
  • Close to The Scallop Shell, Sally Lunn's, The Ivy and a wide range of independent cafĂ©s, restaurants and bars within 300 yards.
  • Bristol Airport – 20 miles.
  • Bath Spa station – 300 yards.

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