Prior Park Buildings, BATH, BA2

This beautiful Grade II Listed Georgian townhouse forms part of a handsome terrace with a frontage of mature trees and a pretty brook. The interior flows well throughout the four floors with the ground floor providing the sought after open plan living space with a reception room to the front and a full size sash window providing a green aspect, plus detailed cornicing and a central fire place. Double doors through to the kitchen have been designed to match the bespoke units, which includes a central island, plenty of storage and a door opening into an enclosed courtyard; a super breakfast spot in the summer. Stairs rise to the half landing with a cloakroom plus a garden room/study leading out to the upper garden. The first floor drawing room has the two full height sash windows with their working shutters and wrought iron balconettes intact. The plaster corniced ceiling and ceiling rose is also retained and a marble fireplace adds a central focal point to this stylish room. The adjacent bedroom has a pleasant aspect to the garden plus a period fireplace flanked by built-in cabinetry. The second floor houses the light and airy principal bedroom with bespoke cabinetry. Also of note on this floor is the luxury bathroom with a central freestanding bath and separate walk-in shower. There are two further bedrooms and a shower room above. This is truly a wonderful home to suit those who wish for city living, but enjoy the closeness of the countryside.

Outside

Prior Park Buildings has a gently flowing steam running its length and is sheltered by mature trees; each house is fronted by its own garden, this one is a major feature. Beautifully landscaped with a gravel border around a central rill pond fed from a hexagonal water feature creating a gentle ripple of water. Yew, hydrangea and an array of evergreen planting add to the appeal of this front garden. To the rear, the delightful garden is terraced with the first level a perfect relaxing area full of potted plants and wisteria dividing the upper gravel terrace with its circular paved area for dining and raised beds and lawn. Stone walling encloses the whole with trellis covered in clematis and an array of climbers adding colour and scent. Parking is always a premium close to the city centre so the double garage is a rare feature as well as the parking space each house uses in front of their garage.

Situation

Widcombe is known as a fashionable and popular artisan quarter of Bath with the shops, bars and independent businesses all offering a certain creativity, style and artistry about them. Widcombe Parade itself benefits from a variety of independent shops including a delicatessen, florist, framers and coffee shop. To cover home-life needs, there is a fireplace specialist and a bespoke curtain boutique. The Parade alone offers three public houses including the well regarded White Hart. On a practical note, there is also a small supermarket, dentist, pharmacist and doctor surgery. Prior Park Garden Centre nearby is a well-regarded plant specialist and now includes giftware, a café and farm shop. Bath University is located at the top of the hill. There is a pedestrian bridge at the end of Widcombe Parade crossing the River Avon and leading directly into Bath Spa Railway Station. A level walk continues into the city centre itself, providing excellent cultural and leisure amenities including many fine restaurants, specialist shops, museums, art galleries and theatres

Additional Information

Services: All mains connected, gas central heating. Garage and parking space opposite. Residents and visitors parking permit. Council Tax Band G.