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Georgian apartments, townhouses and country houses in a honey-stone city built on hot springs
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Hot springs, honey stone and the finest Georgian streets in Britain
The Romans came to Bath for the hot springs, and the Georgians rebuilt it in pale Bath stone as the most fashionable resort in England. The result is a whole city listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Crescents, terraces and squares climb the hills above the River Avon, and you can still bathe in the warm mineral water that started it all.
Our Bath collection runs to 100+ properties, from apartments in Georgian townhouses near the centre to whole townhouses with courtyards on the slopes of Lansdown, and family houses with gardens, saunas and hot tubs in the green valleys around the city.
Here is a guide to the neighbourhoods, the seasons and the pleasures of staying a little longer than a day trip allows.
Bath at a glance
- Homes
- 100+ apartments, townhouses and houses, with up to 9 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £2,100 to £4,000 a week, from around £900
- Best areas
- The city centre, Lansdown, Bathwick, Prior Park and Widcombe, and the villages of Charlcombe and Claverton
- Highlights
- The Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and Thermae Bath Spa
- Getting there
- Direct trains from London Paddington in around an hour and a half; Bristol Airport around 45 minutes by road
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
House Lansdown Bath: Luxury 7-Bedroom House with Pool & Sauna – Bath7 bedrooms
Manor Orchard Bath: Luxurious 7-Bedroom Manor House with Immaculate Garden – Bath7 bedrooms
House Gregale Prior Park Bath: 9-Bedroom Luxury House with Hot Tub – Bath9 bedrooms
Villa Rental at Featherstone Manor | 9-Bedroom Manor in Bath & North9 bedroomsWhere to stay in Bath
The centre for walking everywhere, Lansdown for grand crescents and views, Bathwick and Prior Park for leafy streets close to town, and the Somerset countryside and Mendip Hills for space and gardens.
Up the hill, or across the river
Bath is small enough to cross on foot, but it is steep, and where you stay shapes the holiday. An apartment in the centre puts the Abbey, the Pump Room and the restaurants a few minutes away. Lansdown, rising to the north, is the city of grand set pieces: the Royal Crescent, Lansdown Crescent and, at the top, Beckford's Tower.
Across Pulteney Bridge, Bathwick is laid out along Great Pulteney Street, broad and level, with the Holburne Museum at its far end. To the south, Widcombe and Prior Park feel almost rural yet are only a short walk from the station.
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From Roman stone to a rooftop pool
The Roman Baths are among the best preserved Roman remains in northern Europe. The hot spring still fills the Great Bath, steaming gently in cold weather. Afterwards, the Pump Room next door is the traditional place for lunch, and for a glass of the spa water if you are curious.
To bathe in the water yourself, go to Thermae Bath Spa, whose open-air rooftop pool looks out over the Abbey tower. Go at dusk in winter, when the steam rises against the lights of the city. Bath is also one of the Great Spas of Europe, a second UNESCO listing it shares with towns such as Baden-Baden and Spa.
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Skyline walks and the Somerset countryside
Bath sits in a bowl of green hills, and the countryside starts sooner than you would think. The National Trust's Bath Skyline walk loops around the eastern edge of the city, and Prior Park Landscape Garden runs down a valley to a Palladian bridge, one of only a handful in the world. The Kennet and Avon Canal makes a level towpath walk or cycle to Bradford on Avon.
Further afield, Wells Cathedral, Cheddar Gorge and the Mendip Hills are within an easy drive, and the National Trust village of Lacock is close by in Wiltshire.
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Sally Lunn buns and a Regency promenade
Bath eats well for a city its size, with good restaurants, a Saturday farmers' market at Green Park Station, and a few local institutions. Try a Sally Lunn bun in one of the oldest houses in the city, or a Bath Oliver biscuit with a wedge of Bath Soft Cheese.
The calendar is busy. The Bath Festival of music and literature comes in May, and the Jane Austen Festival fills the streets with bonnets and tailcoats each September. The Christmas market runs from late November into December. Spring and early autumn are the loveliest times to visit. Our concierge can book restaurant tables, spa sessions, guided walks and private transfers.
Ask our conciergeFeatured properties in Bath
Rent Archer Townhouse United Kingdom6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £5,432 a week
House Charlcombe Bath: Spacious 6-Bedroom Luxury Apartment with Countryside Views – Bath6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £5,257 a week
Rent Paragon House United Kingdom6 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £4,970 a week
House Gregale Lansdown Bath: Luxury 3-Bedroom House with Hot Tub & BBQ – Bath3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,823 a week
House Avon Bath: Charming 3-Bedroom Apartment with Countryside Views – Bath3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,760 a week
Rent Tadwick House United Kingdom7 bedrooms · sleeps 15From £4,550 a week
The Old Georgian Rectory United Kingdom7 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £4,500 a week
House Charterhouse Hinton: Spacious 5-Bedroom Apartment & Family-Friendly Setting – Bath5 bedrooms · sleeps 9From £4,396 a weekWhy book your home in Bath with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Bath's hills are steeper than they look on a map, and we know which homes are a level stroll from the Abbey and which reward you with a view for the climb. With 100+ properties in Bath, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Restaurant reservations, Thermae Bath Spa sessions, guided walking tours, tickets for the Jane Austen Festival, private chefs and transfers from Bristol Airport or Bath Spa station. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in Bath?
The city centre is best if you want to walk everywhere. Lansdown suits those who want grand Georgian crescents and views, Bathwick and Widcombe are quieter but still within walking distance, and the villages around the city offer gardens and more space for families.
When is the best time to visit Bath?
Spring and early autumn are the most pleasant, with mild weather and fewer crowds than high summer. September brings the Jane Austen Festival, and the Christmas market from late November makes December very popular, so book early for both.
Can you swim in the hot springs in Bath?
Not in the Roman Baths themselves, but Thermae Bath Spa, a short walk away, uses the same natural thermal water. It has an open-air rooftop pool with views over the city.
Can you arrange a private chef at a home in Bath?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury propertie in Bath cost?
Across our 100+ properties in Bath, weekly rates typically range from £2,100 to £4,000, with the most affordable from around £900 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Bath?
Direct trains run from London Paddington to Bath Spa in around an hour and a half. Bristol Airport is around 45 minutes away by road, and the M4 runs a short drive north of the city. Our concierge can arrange private transfers.
Are there homes in Bath for large groups?
Yes. Our Bath collection includes properties with up to 9 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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