# Founders House, Bath, Somerset Elegant townhouse in Bath sleeping 10 in a superb central location, for special city breaks with friends and family ## At a Glance - Sleeps 5 - 10 - 5 bedrooms - Dining for 8 ## Images - Total images stored: 33 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-73-of-79.jpg - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-5-of-79.jpg - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-52-of-79.jpg - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-59-of-79.jpg - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-38-of-79.jpg - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-35-of-79.jpg - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-70-of-79.jpg - 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-9-of-79.jpg - 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-48-of-79.jpg - 10. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-50-of-79.jpg - 11. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-54-of-79.jpg - 12. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-4-of-79.jpg - 13. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-3-of-79.jpg - 14. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-13-of-79.jpg - 15. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-67-of-79.jpg - 16. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-56-of-79.jpg - 17. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-63-of-79.jpg - 18. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-16-of-79.jpg - 19. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-19-of-79.jpg - 20. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-21-of-79.jpg - 21. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-22-of-79.jpg - 22. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-26-of-79.jpg - 23. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-27-of-79.jpg - 24. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-29-of-79.jpg - 25. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-32-of-79.jpg - 26. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-33-of-79.jpg - 27. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-44-of-79.jpg - 28. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-46-of-79.jpg - 29. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-15-of-79.jpg - 30. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-47-of-79.jpg - 31. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-64-of-79.jpg - 32. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-74-of-79.jpg - 33. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Founders-House-76-of-79.jpg ## Floor Plans - No floor plans are available for this property. ## About The Property 2 night minimum stay midweek, 3 nights minimum at any weekend. 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. ## Rental Rates ### Headline rates - From **£2525** for a 3-night weekend - From **£550** per midweek night ### Additional rates | Period | Weekly | 3 Night Weekend | 2 Night Weekend | Midweek per night | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Low season, from | - | £1750 | - | £425 | | Mid season, from | - | £1800 | - | £475 | | High season, from | - | £2525 | - | £550 | Prices shown in GBP. ## 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. - - 2 night minimum stay midweek, 3 nights minimum at any weekend. ## Availability Please contact the owner for availability dates. ## Enquiry - Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/founders-house-bath-somerset#enquiry ## Location ### Location breadcrumb [Europe](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/europe) > [UK](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/uk) > [England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/england) > [South West England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/south-west-england) > [Somerset](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/somerset) > [Bath](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/bath) ### Address Address: Pierrepont Place, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1JX, GB Latitude: 51.380313985538 Longitude: -2.3577051926598 ### About The Area 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. ### What's Nearby? - **Shop:** Supermarket and deli - 50 yards. - **Food and Drink:** Close to The Scallop Shell, Sally Lunn's, The Ivy and a wide range of independent cafés, restaurants and bars within 300 yards. - **Airport:** Bristol Airport – 20 miles. - **Train:** Bath Spa station – 300 yards. ## Owner Contact Details - Contact name: Thomas Dolman - Phone: +44 (0)7889 131 111 - Email: thomas@curated-property.com