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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

Delightful Holiday Cottage in the City of Bath! This attractive 3 bedroom mews home offers a stylish interior, dazzling views and lovely sheltered garden along with a private parking space!

from £114 / night

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£800 - £1000 / week

2 nights min stay

8 reviews

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Apartment | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 3

1 double bedroom 1 bathroom (shower only) TV & DVD Player Freeview Free broadband Fully equipped kitchen Washer/dryer Hairdryer Iron and board Lift Outdoor terrace Weekly Servicing Self Check In Sofa bed - £10.00 per night Max occupancy is 3. Parking on Request (£10 per night)

from £85 / night

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£595 - £665 / week

2 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

2 double bedrooms 1 bathroom HD ready TV Free broadband Fully equipped kitchen Washing machine Hairdryer Iron and board Garden Weekly Servicing Extra beds can be accommodated( single £15 p.n & double £20 p.n) Free on-street parking (subject to availability)

from £165 / night

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£1155 - £1200 / week

2 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Apartment | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 4

An unforgettable Grade II listed holiday spot awaits you on Tory, situated on the hill overlooking the very picturesque town of Bradford-on-Avon with a walled garden with stunning views. French and Spanish language courses are also available as an add on to your stay. The property has optional language courses on request, one bedroom and beautiful views over the village.

from £50 / night

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£350 - £490 / week

2 nights min stay

9 reviews

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Surprisingly large, homely apartment, in the world-famous Margaret's Buildings between The Royal Crescent and The Circus: both are less than a minute's walk away yet the city centre is only 3 minutes walk and Royal Victoria Park only 2 minutes away. In one of the prettiest walkways in England, if not the world; a wonderful location. Convenient & comfy.

from £97 / night

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£680 - £1200 / week

2 nights min stay

7 reviews

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 43 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed

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Cottage | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

Rivers Street House, Bath (Visit Britain 4 star) is a unique and characterful town house with so much history that it is hard to believe that it is available for self catering!

from £60 / night

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£420 - £515 / week

3 nights min stay

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Apartment | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

A large, quiet and contemporary apartment over 3 floors, comfortably accommodating 4 (and up to 6) people. This is an unexpected house within a house tucked inside a handsome Georgian Terrace that flanks the famous Royal Crescent in the centre of Bath,

from £171 / night

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£1200 - £1300 / week

2 nights min stay

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Apartment | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 4

Lovely self-catering period flat next to the Roman Baths in the very centre of Bath. Brilliant for romantic getaways or family holidays. Gorgeous, historic and romantic. You will love it!

from £79 / night

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£550 - £600 / week

2 nights min stay

3 reviews

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Apartment | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

Right next to Pulteney Bridge, the apartment is centrally located and beautifully presented. Staying here you will be in the heart of the city and benefit from stylish modern living within a grand Georgian apartment. Bath City Breaks caters for everything you need on your holiday...

from £79 / night

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£555 - £685 / week

2 nights min stay

19 reviews

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

This beautiful first floor 2 bedroom Georgian apartment near the Royal Crescent and close to the city centre, uses foliage to highlight its lofty ceilings and spectacularly tall windows.

from £121 / night

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£850 - £950 / week

2 nights min stay

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Apartment | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

Presented flat in Georgian Square, just one minute from The Royal Crescent. One bedroom with double bed, private entrance and sunny patio off kitchen. Unique pedestrian shopping precinct one minute away. A perfect location for any stay in Bath.

from £71 / night

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£495 / week

2 nights min stay

3 reviews

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

Circus mews is a charming mews house in an amazing location: just behind bath's famous circus and practically next door to the royal crescent in the heart of georgian bath. It has its own private on site parking space and is close to smart shops and great pubs!

from £114 / night

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£800 - £1000 / week

2 nights min stay

1 review

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Apartment | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

The Grand Parade is a gracious maisonette with a garden next to the Abbey and Roman Baths in the very VERY centre of Bath. It has glorious views over the beautiful Parade Gardens from the front and the Abbey Courtyard and Roman Baths from the back.

from £200 / night

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£1400 - £1700 / week

2 nights min stay

1 review

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Apartment | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

This beautiful three bedroomed apartment is luxurious and full of original features. It has the beautiful city of Bath on it's door step.

from £171 / night

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£1200 - £1500 / week

2 nights min stay

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Apartment | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

Boutique style garden apartment in a Georgian Townhouse with the 'Wow' factor. Based in a prime location in Bath with the unusual bonus of a garden, backing onto a Park. Open plan living, mixing traditional with contemporary, fitted to the highest specification. Ideal for couples get away from it all right in the centre of Bath! This really is a unique apartment.

£unknown / week

4 reviews

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Key info:

  • Not suitable for children
  • Car not necessary
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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House | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Edwardian Townhouse, period features, 2 bedroom, enclosed garden, off road parking, lovingly refurbished whilst maintaing original features, gas centra heating, WiFi, fully equipped kitchen, spacious living room,

from £76 / night

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£535 - £900 / week

2 nights min stay

4 reviews

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Cottage | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 8

Enchanting 4 bedroom Mews Cottage in charming enclave next to Bath's Holbourne Museum and Sydney Gardens and across from Jane Austen's home - with parking and pretty garden.

from £171 / night

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£1200 - £1400 / week

2 nights min stay

2 reviews

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Townhouse | 6 bedrooms | Sleeps 12

A large and elegant Georgian townhouse in the heart of the world heritage city of Bath. Ideal for either large groups of friends, or for family groups. A good sized, private terraced garden, together with garden house, with gas barbecue. A great holiday house! Parking available in secure garage (10 mins) or via local on-street parking permit.

from £279 / night

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£1950 - £1995 / week

2 nights min stay

8 reviews

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • May take pets – please enquire
  • Private garden

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Jack's Place is a stylish two bedroom, 2 bath apartment in a lovely period building tucked away in an ancient lane behind the main shopping area of Bath and close to the Thermae Bath Spa. Perfect romantic or Family retreat. Children Welcome!

from £129 / night

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£900 - £1200 / week

2 nights min stay

1 review

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Apartment | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

This plush 1 bed ground floor flat in central Bath is chic. It is neat, sweet and beautifully packaged with a very convenient car parking space by the front door. Recently built this smart development continues a run of handsome Georgian bath-stone terraces.

from £82 / night

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£575 - £650 / week

2 nights min stay

2 reviews

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Apartment | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

A large ground floor apartment for 2 in a handsome Georgian building in a narrow medieval street in the very heart of Bath. This little street is the home of Sally Lunn, renowned for her delicious baked Bath buns and the oldest house in Bath.

from £68 / night

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£475 - £600 / week

2 nights min stay

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

2 double bedrooms 2 bathrooms TV & DVD Player Freeview Free broadband Fully equipped kitchen Washer/dryer Hairdryer Iron and board Lift Outdoor terrace + furniture Weekly Servicing Onsite gym Parking space (on request) charged £10 per day.

from £100 / night

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£700 / week

2 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 7

A unique and most attractive cottage in the heart of Bristol's Clifton Village. With private parking, this backwater cottage boasts an unrivalled location in the city and blends luxurious accommodation and gorgeous setting with proximity to everything! Perfect for a romantic break for two or for a city break for larger groups, everything on your doorstep!

from £121 / night

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£850 / week

2 nights min stay

1 review

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • May take pets – please enquire

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Apartment | 1 bedroom | Sleeps 2

The newly refurbished Self Catering First Floor Luxury Apartment located in the centre of Bath. Sleeps 2 The apartment is situated just minutes from all of the central visitor attractions. Self Catering First Floor Luxury Apartment located in the centre of Bath.

from £64 / night

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£450 - £475 / week

2 nights min stay

10 reviews

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Key info:

  • Not suitable for children
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed

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House | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 7

Within walking distance of Bath, spacious and bright, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with a luxurious well equipped kitchen and secluded walled garden. We have tried to think of everything to make your stay a really enjoyable one. Ideal base for families. Bright, spacious, quiet, ideal for families, walkers and cyclists. Longleat, Wells and Glastonbury close by.

from £114 / night

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£800 - £900 / week

2 nights min stay

3 reviews

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  • Nearest beach 60 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • Pets welcome
  • Private garden

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Situated between Bath's famous Royal Crescent and The Circus, this attractive Georgian apartment with period features occupies the first and second floors of a Grade II listed building located in a pedestrian street within a short walk of the city centre.

£unknown / week

2 reviews

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  • Nearest beach 75 km
  • Suitable for over 5s only
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 3

Bath city centre, self-catering, two bedroom holiday apartments available for short breaks, spa breaks, Christmas market and romantic breaks.

from £71 / night

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£495 - £550 / week

2 nights min stay

14 reviews

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House | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 10

This cool and contemporary inspired Georgian house will refresh your spirits. With three floors to sleep up to ten people, it's spacious, full of light and has a luxurious, laid-back vibe that will make you feel right at home.

from £214 / night

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£1500 - £1600 / week

2 nights min stay

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 3

The private courtyard contains a table and seating. Ideal for relaxing after a busy day taking in the Georgian ambiance of Bath or perhaps a spot of al fresco dining.

from £68 / night

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£475 / week

2 nights min stay

1 review

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Cottage | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

This property is well suited to families or couples looking for a fuss-free getaway in the lovely village of Porlock. Centrally located in the village, you have a great selection of restaurants, pubs, cafes and tea rooms all within easy walking distance.

from £37 / night

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£262 - £449 / week

1 night min stay

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House | 5 bedrooms | Sleeps 10

Marmaduke House is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom property located in an ideal city centre location and benefits from 3 parking spaces. The house has been used for many years as a successful bed and breakfast, and has now become a wonderful self catering holiday home.

from £214 / night

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£1500 - £1800 / week

2 nights min stay

1 review

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

TV, DVD, HIFI, free WIFI, Lounge/ Diner/ Sun-room, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with separate wc, double bedroom with built-in storage. Bedroom with single bed which converts into two singles or a double. Landscaped Gardens & 12m indoor Swimming Pool with Sauna. Linen and towels are provided for rentals of 7+days.

from £54 / night

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£380 - £580 / week

2 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 3

Park Street Apartment comprises of one comfortably sized double-bedded bedroom and one single-bedded bedroom, both complete with smart modern Italian furniture. NB This property has an additional double sofa bed. The bathroom is light and bright and includes a bath.

from £81 / night

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£565 / week

2 nights min stay

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Townhouse | 5 bedrooms | Sleeps 20

The Grand Abode Townhouse is a stunning Georgian property in the heart of Bath. Each of the rooms are beautifully elegant and it makes a luxurious retreat and a perfect place for entertaining.

from £500 / night

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£3500 - £4800 / week

2 nights min stay

2 reviews

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 80 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Hotel apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

2 double bedrooms 2 bathrooms TV & DVD Player in living room Music centre LCD TV all bedrooms Free broadband & WiFi Fully equipped kitchen Washer/dryer Hairdryer Iron and board Lift Weekly servicing Extra single bed (£15/night) Secure parking (£10/night)

from £120 / night

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£840 - £900 / week

2 nights min stay

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Key info:

  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

This spacious apartment in the city centre occupies the third floor of a Georgian house built in 1786. The views from the apartment are really stunning, especially at night when the lights illuminate the Bath skyline.

from £75 / night

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£525 / week

2 nights min stay

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House | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 6

Marvelously warm and stylish house that sleeps 6 on 3 separate floors, with 3 luxurious double rooms, each with a bathroom. Chic courtyard garden and designated parking for 2 cars.

from £200 / night

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£1400 - £1500 / week

2 nights min stay

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 5

Lovely, traditional cottage with all modern comforts, decorated in a quirky, vintage style. Perfect for a family getaway or two couples. Close to the amenities of Bradford on Avon and within easy reach of Bath. Spacious garden with summerhouse. Unrestricted street parking immediately outside the cottage; shops and restaurants within easy walk.

from £57 / night

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£400 - £600 / week

3 nights min stay

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  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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Penthouse | 4 bedrooms | Sleeps 10

50% off mid-week stays! Elegant Georgian apartment located in the heart of Bath overlooking Queen Square. 4 spacious bedrooms with contemporary boutique decor sleep 10 (possibility to sleep 14 with temp beds). You're literally steps from shops, restaurants, cafes and bars. The Thermae Bath Spa is 300 metres away.

from £242 / night

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£1695 - £1795 / week

2 nights min stay

11 reviews

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  • Nearest beach 25 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

A stunning 2 bedroom apartment on the first floor of a house situated on the edge of Pulteney Bridge. The Riverside Abode has views across the city, Pulteney Bridge and the River Avon.

from £129 / night

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£900 - £1200 / week

2 nights min stay

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Apartment | 2 bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Ground floor garden apartment, tucked away in a very quiet location but only two minutes walk from High Street. Sleeps four in two bedrooms, sunny rear garden and private parking. A really beautiful self catering apartment with every convenience.

from £43 / night

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£300 - £450 / week

2 nights min stay

3 reviews

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  • Nearest beach 0 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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House | 8 bedrooms | Sleeps 14

Combe Park House is warm, welcoming and elegantly furnished for 14 guests in 7/8 comfortable vintage inspired bedrooms. Parking for 2 cars at the house and unrestricted road parking. Free WiFI. Bath city centre is a 25 minute stroll or a 10 Bus ride.

from £286 / night

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£2000 - £2400 / week

2 nights min stay

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Villa | 7 bedrooms | Sleeps 20

Fabulous Georgian town house residence in the centre of Bath with amazing history. Elegant & spacious rooms, formal Georgian gardens, stunning kitchen & magnificent drawing room for your special occasion in Bath!

from £571 / night

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£4000 - £5500 / week

2 nights min stay

4 reviews

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  • Nearest beach 60 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

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House | 3 bedrooms | Sleeps 9

Perfect Georgian Cottage in Bath for get togethers sleeping up to 9. A hidden gem right in tucked away in the centre of town only a few minutes level walk from all the major attractions, restaurants and bars. Flexible, contemporary interior offers comfort and luxury.

from £229 / night

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£1600 / week

2 nights min stay

6 reviews

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Key info:

  • Nearest beach 0 km
  • Suitable for children of all ages
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed
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Somerset is England’s farm, an agricultural region known for its Cheddar cheese and cider. It receives fewer visitors than its westerly neighbours, and there are hidden delights to be found in this area. The area is perfect for cycling with a network of country lanes and fewer slopes than the more rugged west. Bath has always been a fashionable resort, noted for its curative springs for centuries. The town’s beginnings are prehistoric; it was an important spa for the Romans and a fashionable resort in the 18th century.