Ralph Allen Cottage - Charming, beautifully renovated cottage - with parking

Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
5.0
Outstanding(31 Reviews)

House in Bath

4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this house rental

History comes alive at this beautifully updated 18th century workers cottage. This one bedroom property with large double bedroom and en-suite, is 5 minutes walk from Bath Spa train station and the start of the city centre and has an allocated parking space for 1 car.

Summary

Beautiful 18th century cottage for 4
Large well equipped kitchen with dining table for 4
Courtyard garden with gas BBQ and table and seating for 4
Original stone winding staircase
1st floor lounge with large TV and plenty of seating on the L shaped sofa which is also a sofa bed
1st floor cloakroom
2nd floor bedroom with super king bed that can also be twins with en suite shower room
Private parking space for 1 car
Local shops and cafes and only a 10 minute stroll into central Bath
Situated in the vibrant community of Widcombe in a little row of terraces, this thoughtfully renovated home has everything neatly stacked up. There is a spacious and comfortable room on each of its 3 floors, all of which are connected by an impressive and original winding stone staircase. Beside the kitchen is a small walled courtyard equipped with a gas BBQ for alfresco dining. Widcombe Parade around the corner has good pubs, fine dining, mini supermarket, coffee shops and take-outs.

The pavement entrance leads directly into the large, bright fitted kitchen with a glazed door and window onto the courtyard. There is an original and ornate, cast iron fireplace packed with decorative logs. Beside this is a handsome circular wood table with 4 upholstered chairs. The kitchen is equipped with a gas hob, 2 electric ovens, microwave, a small fridge with freezer compartment, a small dishwasher and a washing machine. There is a coffee machine, a digital radio and plenty of crockery and cooking utensils, with utility items stored under the stairs.

Outside, in a small courtyard topped with ivy, is a large table for 4 with two chairs, a bench and a gas BBQ. Above the courtyard a steeply terraced garden path with tumbling greenery, leads up to a private access road with allocated parking for 1 car.

All the rooms have deep front and rear original sash windows, with thick Bath stone walls and treads that are still visible all the way up the atmospheric narrow staircase. It could have been designed by Ralph Allen himself, to showcase his local stone mines from which Bath was built. Carpeted and cosy, the first floor is now a living room and cloakroom and on the second is a bedroom with en-suite shower room.

The stylish living room in deep grey, dark wood and amethyst has a large indulgent ‘L’-shaped sofa for 5. This can be made up as a double sofa bed, or two single sofa beds. On the wall is a large TV and Sonos sound bar, with Netflix for movie nights and WI-Fi.

On this floor is a contemporary cloakroom tiled in travertine. There is a large hand-basin with storage under, a WC and an additional small storage cupboard for toiletries.

On the top floor under the eaves, is an elegant double bedroom in soft greys, with pretty limed oak furniture. There is secondary glazing to the front and views of steep terraces and little gardens to the rear. A large wardrobe has shelves and drawers for further storage, along with a dressing table and stool, hairdryer and clothes rail. The bed can be made up as either a 6’ superking or 2 single beds to suit your requirements.

The en-suite shower room is tiled in travertine and has a walk-in shower with overhead rainfall or handheld set, a small hand-basin and WC.

The property has a private parking space for one car behind the property. Please note, it is a narrow lane if you have a very large car. Alternatively the Bath Spa train and coach stations are less than a 5 minute walk away.

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden

Map of Bath

Reviews

5.0
Outstanding(31 Reviews)
5.0
Jul 2024
The living room and bedroom were very comfortable, and the kitchen was well provided in every way. I appreciated all the soap, washing up liquid, loo roll, etc. that was there, as well as the welcome milk in the fridge. You can arrive and straight away have a cuppa (tea bags and coffee were there too) and use the loo, without even starting to unpack. There was plenty of hot water, but the shower is touchy. The temperature adjustment goes from not quite warm enough to ow! too hot! with the tiniest movement. I'd recommend turning the shower to the wall until you've adjusted it, and think millimetres not centimetres! I would have liked better ventilation (roadside windows can't be opened) I assume this is because of traffic noise. It needs to be made clearer that turning into the parking space from Prior Park Lane is not an option if you have a long car, or a bike rack on the back, because of a very tight turn into that end of Millbrook Lane. The directions are good, but could be clearer on this point. The house really is as near to the shops as advertised, and there are some good cycle paths nearby. The ones along the canal and the Bath to Bristol railway are flat; the Two Tunnels ride really isn't! If you're thinking of hiring ebikes, we found that the hire shops are all shut on Sundays, so best not to plan a long ride then.
5.0
Jun 2024
Loved our stay, loved the property. Bed was very comfortable, and the kitchen well equipped. Just a few minutes walk to a delicious coffee shop, as well as a butcher. The one small bit we could change is the tiny parking alley. We rented a car for a day trip, and had difficulty getting into the small parking spot. However, other cars in the alley were parked just fine! It was just us with the issue, and we would definitely stay again - without parking.
5.0
Jun 2024
Lovely place, great view. The beds were comfortable, as was the sofa. We couldn't find a few items, but it didn't matter much. Appreciated how easy it was to walk to the Co-op and in to city attractions. Overall, would definitely stay again!
5.0
Jun 2024
To start with the positives this period property is in a lovely location only 19minutes walk from Bath city centre. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay & the bed was very comfortable. The negatives were access to the property is very tricky the lane with the parking space is extremely narrow & steep. The rear access consists of lots of stone steps do not good for elderly people. The property is looking a bit tired it needs a refresh. Cleanliness needs improvement there were lots of cobwebs & shower & bathroom doors were not cleaned to a good standard. Very good communication with management agency & nice touch of milk & biscuits being left for us. Overall we were happy with our stay.
5.0
Jun 2024
The house is perfectly located, just a short walk into the centre of Bath. It had everything we needed and was very nicely decorated, although some areas of cleanliness in the bathroom and cutlery let it down slightly. Overall, it’s a great place to stay and pet-friendly with a parking space which was a big bonus - the space is extremely tight but would be no issue for smaller cars.
5.0
Jun 2024
Nice location, quiet. Short walk into town.
5.0
Oct 2023
This property is highly recommended for its location to the town centre and train station, but it has an added bonus of a free car parking space.
5.0
Jun 2023
Tiny cottage that works very well for a couple (in our case our grown up daughter joined us for two days which also was fine). We live in Australia but Bath is my birth place. This trip brought me straight back home. The Georgian workers terrace was saved from demolition in the 1960’s by a friend I knew. Lucky intervention.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Bath?

The average price for a rental in Bath is $272 per night. This rental is $21 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Ralph Allen Cottage - Charming, beautifully renovated cottage - with parking. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Ralph Allen Cottage - Charming, beautifully renovated cottage - with parking pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Ralph Allen Cottage - Charming, beautifully renovated cottage - with parking?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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