7 Rivers Street, Bath, BA1

SETTING THE SCENE

River Street enjoys a peaceful position on the edge of Bath city centre, tucked just behind the renowned Royal Crescent. The popular Chequers pub is close by, with the Marlborough Tavern just along the road, while a SPAR and Co-op provide convenient everyday shopping. A short walk leads to Milsom Street, one of the city centre’s principal thoroughfares, offering an excellent selection of cafés, restaurants and shops. Bath’s many attractions are also within easy reach, including the historic Roman Baths, Bath Abbey and the extensive shopping facilities at SouthGate. Kingsmead Square, home to the Odeon cinema and a varied choice of restaurants, is also nearby. Royal Victoria Park is within a short walk, St Andrew’s Church School is just around the corner, and regular bus services provide easy access to other parts of the city.

DESCRIPTION

This charming leasehold garden flat occupies the lower-ground floor of an attractive Grade II listed Georgian building, combining period character with thoughtfully updated interiors and an extensive private garden featuring a raised terrace. The property has a service charge of £2,900 per annum and a ground rent of £50 per annum.

The welcoming reception room is bright and inviting, with elegant sash windows and a charming window seat incorporating useful concealed storage. Bespoke shelving and extensive built-in cupboards have been cleverly fitted within the alcoves, providing excellent storage while making the most of the available space.

Renovated in 2022, the stylish kitchen-diner forms the heart of the home and provides a wonderful setting for cooking, dining and entertaining. The contemporary kitchen features a breakfast bar/island, built-in appliances and a useful adjoining utility area. The dining space is arranged around a characterful feature fireplace, with generous built-in storage to either side. French doors allow plenty of natural light into the room and provide direct access to the private garden.

The well-presented bedroom offers space for a double bed and freestanding storage, with soft, neutral décor and wall-mounted bedside lighting creating a warm and comfortable atmosphere.

A particular highlight of the property is its extensive private garden, a rare and valuable feature for such a central location. The raised terrace provides an ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining, with the remainder of the garden offering plenty of room to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

Bedroom One

4.35m x 3.31m

Currently used as a living room, the principal bedroom is a bright and inviting space featuring sash windows and a charming window seat with useful concealed storage. Built-in shelving and a cupboard have been thoughtfully incorporated into the alcoves, combining character with excellent practicality. The room was originally presented as the main bedroom, highlighting the flexibility of the accommodation.

Kitchen / Dining / Reception Room

4.13m x 4.87m

Renovated in 2022, this stylish kitchen-diner provides a wonderful space for cooking, dining and entertaining. The contemporary kitchen features a breakfast bar/island, built-in appliances, while the dining space is centred around a charming feature fireplace with generous built in storage to either side. A door too the rear provides direct access to the private rear garden and allows natural light to the room.

Bedroom Two

3.01m x 2.09m

A well-presented bedroom offering space for a double bed and freestanding storage.

Bathroom

Well utilised bathroom, featuring a heated towel rail, storage above and below the vanity and a standalone walk in shower for convenience.

Garden

The property benefits from a generous and private rear garden arranged over four levels. A door opens directly onto a level artificial lawn, with steps rising to a gravelled area bordered by mature shrubs. To the rear is a two-tier decked seating area, enjoying a sunny aspect and pleasant outlook to the rear of the building. The size, privacy and versatility of the garden are considered a rare benefit for a property of this type and location.