Bloomfield Road, Bath, BA2

Setting The Scene

Elm Place is a highly sought after address, ideally located in the vibrant heart of Bear Flat. Residents benefit from a great mix of independent shops and popular spots, alongside everyday essentials such as Tesco Express and Co-op. Local favourites include a charming Italian deli, the well-loved Bear Café, The Bear Pub, and the acclaimed fine dining restaurant, Menu Gordon Jones.

The area is particularly appealing for families, with a selection of highly regarded secondary schools nearby. These include well-performing state options such as Beechen Cliff and Hayesfield, alongside respected independent schools including King Edward’s and Monkton. Additional amenities are close at hand, including a Sainsbury’s at Odd Down, a post office, and a local leisure centre. Bath’s historic city centre, with its extensive shopping, dining, and cultural attractions, is just a short walk away or easily accessible by bus.

Alexandra Park on Lyncombe Hill offers stunning panoramic views across the city, while the Two Tunnels cycle path, accessible from Bloomfield Grove, provides scenic routes to the surrounding countryside. There is also a well-maintained allotment located behind the property, cared for by the local community.

Ideal for commuters, Bath Spa railway station is less than a mile away, offering direct links to London (around 1 hour 20 minutes) and Bristol (around 10 minutes). Regular bus services from the end of the road make travel across the city and to its universities straightforward. Altogether, this is a fantastic location for both families and young professionals.

The Property

From the front, this home presents as a relatively modest terraced property, but step inside and an entirely different world unfolds. This elegant Georgian Grade II listed townhouse is arranged over five floors, with each room beautifully presented in a way that complements its rich heritage. Throughout the home, spaces have been thoughtfully arranged to make the most of the far-reaching, breath-taking views.

The property offers an impressive amount of versatile living space, easily accommodating up to five bedrooms if required, or alternatively providing flexibility for home offices, studios or additional reception rooms to suit modern living.

Period charm is evident at every turn, with an abundance of original Georgian features including fireplaces, wooden floorboards, a striking retained stone staircase, deep skirting boards, vaulted areas, flagstone flooring and decorative ceiling cornicing all adding to the home’s character and sense of history.

Importantly, the house has also been carefully updated for contemporary comfort and efficiency. Renovated sash windows enhance insulation and reduce noise, while solar panels on the garage roof contribute to energy efficiency. The kitchen oven has been cleverly designed to provide both cooking and additional heat, working in tandem with an efficient water heating system. The current owners have also invested significant care into ensuring the property is well maintained, with thoughtful measures in place to manage moisture and protect the fabric of the building.

To the rear, a truly unique double-storey conservatory stands out as a remarkable feature. Complete with an elegant iron spiral staircase, it creates a warm, light-filled retreat, perfect for relaxing with a book while enjoying the stunning outlook.

The garden itself is nothing short of idyllic, filled with mature fruit trees, vegetable patches, and an array of colourful flowers and established shrubs. A patio area provides the perfect setting for outdoor dining and entertaining, while a double garage to the rear adds valuable practicality.

This is a home of rare character, charm and flexibility, one that must be experienced in person to be fully appreciated.

Hallways & Staircases

You enter the home through a large and impressive front door, immediately greeted by flagstone flooring, high ceilings and deep skirting boards, an elegant introduction to the character within.

The hallways and staircases are far more than simply functional spaces; they retain a simple elegance, rich in history and showcasing the craftsmanship and enduring appeal of the Georgian period.

Study

A large reception room, currently arranged as a home office, featuring floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and a dedicated desk area. Original details include a charming feature fireplace and a large sash window to the front elevation. Decorated in Farrow & Ball’s Green Smoke, complemented by crisp white woodwork, the room has a calm and sophisticated feel. Generous in size and highly versatile, it would lend itself equally well to use as a snug, music room, or even a fifth bedroom.

Living Room

An impressive living room spanning the full width of the house, showcasing the timeless elegance of Georgian design. High ceilings adorned with intricate cornicing enhance the sense of space, while two large sash windows draw the eye to the stunning views and flood the room with light.

The décor is both bold and refined, with walls finished in Farrow & Ball’s Coppice Blue, perfectly complemented by Shaded White woodwork and rich mahogany painted floorboards. Generous in scale, the room comfortably accommodates multiple seating areas along with a range of accompanying furniture, making it as versatile as it is visually stunning.

Kitchen

The kitchen has a warm and inviting feel that blends period charm with everyday practicality. The chimney breast is a strong focal point, which houses a Heritage range cooker, serving not only as a statement cooking feature but also as a high-efficiency boiler, designed to heat the home during the colder months. French doors open onto exposed brick vaults, a distinctive architectural feature that offers a tangible connection to the property’s history. These vaults provide excellent additional storage while also allowing natural light to filter into the kitchen from ground level above, enhancing the overall sense of space. The kitchen itself is well laid out, offering generous work surfaces and ample cupboard storage, complemented by a freestanding island that adds both functionality and flexibility. Open in design, it flows seamlessly into the dining area, benefiting from additional light from the rear and creating a sociable, well-connected living space.

Dining Room

An elegant, light-filled dining room positioned between the kitchen and conservatory, offering generous space for a large table and additional furnishings. A characterful fireplace and far-reaching views across the garden to the western fringes of Bath’s countryside create a beautiful setting for dining.

Conservatory

Set to the rear of this elegant home is a beautifully designed, two-storey conservatory, created around 20 years ago in a style that sits harmoniously with the original architecture. Expansive glazing floods the space with natural light and frames delightful views of the garden, while a striking spiral staircase provides an elegant connection between the levels.

This is a truly peaceful and uplifting space, offering a seamless transition between the house and its surroundings, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the changing seasons.

Downstairs WC

Conveniently positioned close to the kitchen and dining areas, with easy access to the garden, this WC is perfectly suited to aid everyday living. Rich, dark green walls create a bold and inviting feel, beautifully contrasted by the original stone flooring. Complete with a WC, wash basin and towel radiator.

Bedroom One

A beautifully proportioned principal bedroom featuring two large west-facing sash windows that frame impeccable views and fill the room with natural light. Painted wooden floorboards add a stylish touch, complemented by built-in storage cupboards and an attractive ornamental fireplace. An unusual yet cleverly designed ensuite sits discreetly behind sliding doors, opening into a well-planned wet room with shower and WC, making excellent use of the space.

Bedroom Two

Located on the top floor, this charming room enjoys arguably the finest views in the house from its rear window. Beautifully oiled original wooden floorboards add warmth and character, while an ornamental fireplace provides an attractive focal point.
A generous cupboard, almost walk-in in scale, offers excellent storage. Access to loft space, which, although low-ceilinged, provides further useful storage. Well-proportioned, the room comfortably accommodates a large bed along with additional furniture.

Bathroom

Also on the top floor, this spacious bathroom features a walk-in shower, WC and wash basin, all thoughtfully arranged to make the most of the generous proportions.
Wide original floorboards flow seamlessly in from the landing, adding warmth and charm, and pair beautifully with the neutral tiling and crisp white walls. A pretty sash window acts as a natural focal point, drawing in light and enhancing the calm, airy feel of the space.

Bedroom Four

Currently arranged as a home office to suit the needs of the present owners, this room is set up with a desk and sofa but offers excellent flexibility. It could easily serve as a fourth double bedroom if required, with a pleasant outlook to the front.

Bedroom Three

The current owners have completely renovated this lower ground floor in 2025, transforming it into a stylish and highly functional part of the home. Finished with Farrow & Ball’s Joa’s White, complemented by wooden floorboards and beautifully exposed original beams, it offers both character and a calm, contemporary feel.
Importantly, the renovation goes far beyond aesthetics. Significant work has been undertaken to address and prevent damp, including the installation of carefully designed drainage channels beneath the floor to ensure any moisture is directed away, offering real peace of mind for future owners.
There is also excellent potential for this area to be used as a self-contained space, with access to its own bathroom and scope for use as guest accommodation or even an Airbnb, subject to any necessary consents.

Bathroom Two

Located on the lower ground floor, this recently renovated bathroom is both stylish and full of character. The walls are finished in Farrow & Ball’s Templeton Pink, beautifully contrasted by bold green tiles within the walk-in shower, creating a wonderfully contemporary look.

The space is thoughtfully fitted with a wall-mounted vanity unit offering useful storage, a WC, and a heated towel radiator. Two original windows overlook the pretty rear garden, adding to the room’s charm.

Garden

The west-facing garden is a standout feature of this beautiful Georgian townhouse. The views are nothing short of stunning especially as the sun sets on the far ridge of the hills, beyond the garden and the colourful Bloomfield Green allotments behind. Generous in length with minimal overlooking, it boasts sunshine throughout the day and offers a private, peaceful and secluded feel that’s rare to find in such a central setting. A stone patio provides the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the sunshine, leading beneath a charming floral archway. From here, a stone pathway continues through vibrant, colourful borders, extending to the garage at the end and adding both structure and visual appeal. The space is thoughtfully arranged with a mix of established planting and practical zones, including an olive tree, apple trees, a fig tree, and productive red and blackcurrant bushes, alongside dedicated vegetable patches.

Combining character with practicality, this is a calm and inviting out...

Parking - Double garage

A large garage is situated at the rear of the property, offering space for two cars. It features electric doors and an EV charging point, along with ample storage space for added convenience.

Parking - Permit