Flats in Bath

Bath is a visually striking and historically beautiful city with a wealth of amenities and attractions. There are many different types of flats and apartments situated in crescents around Bath city centre that are well worth a view!

The flat market in Bath has been very busy this year and particularly so at the beginning of 2016 before the stamp duty on second homes was introduced. One agent said he thought the flat prices in Bath had gone up 10% at the beginning of the year due to the increased demand. There is thriving flat market in Bath and is particularly kept going by first time buyers who have to compete with property investors or buy to let landlords. It is important to get to the front of the queue and make yourself heard.

There are many considerations to purchasing a flat; not least of which is you will be buying a leasehold which will need to be thoroughly checked by your solicitor, the lease will subject you to a service charge and ground rent which will need to be taken into consideration as well as the number of years remaining of course, together with any other constraints or obligations it may have.

Other issues can be the fact that there are not many lifts in the older buildings so it can involve a bit of a walk upstairs to the flat or alternatively you could look at a more modern building which has its own advantages.

The best location, one of the important considerations, is as central as you can get and preferably within walking distance of the train station. There are transport links that can take you into the heart of London although as Bath is a gateway city to the stunning West Country, this may well tempt you away from the city!

We understand that property finding and relocation can be difficult and we aim to make the process as streamlined as possible for you.

Bath Townhouses

Bath is a visually striking and historically beautiful city that has culture, quirky boutiques and a choice of restaurants for the foodie in the family. The Georgian townhouses situated in crescents around the city centre are simply breathtaking. Worth a view, even if just for a weekend away, although we will warn that you may just be tempted!

Bath property is as unique as the city itself and centrally located city centre property is of particular appeal to our clients (although the charms of the surrounding countryside also proves a significant draw).

Whether you are looking for waterside townhouses, stunning period apartments or a character filled townhouse property, Bath has it all. The proximity of a wide variety of local amenities (transport and trains, cafe culture, shops and restaurants) as well as many cultural events and attractions may well tempt you into the city of Bath. From there you be well situated both at the gateway of the West Country whilst still providing great transport links into central London.

We understand that property finding and relocation can be difficult and we aim to make the process as streamlined as possible for you.We can help you to seek the hidden gems that Bath has to offer and our experienced team have unrivalled access to an exclusive network of contacts that can help source the perfect home for you and your family.

We are confident that with our local knowledge and professional network, our dedicated relocation team will help find the right Bath Townhouse for you.

Luxury Homes

Your idea of an indulgence could be a luxury apartment in the centre of Bath or a period rural retreat located on a private estate in the middle of nowhere!

Perhaps it is no neighbours or a handmade Pedini Italian kitchen… whatever it is we can find it. It is fair to say that one person’s idea of luxury might be totally different from someone else’s. This could be because of their priorities such as an indoor swimming pool as a preference over an outdoor tennis court or private land to walk your dog on!

The characteristics that define luxury real estate differ among people and their tastes. However, location largely defines the property’s value, especially with respect to whether it offers views (particularly, waterfront ones) or amenities such as proximity to golf courses or within certain school districts.

So, for example, a 800 sq.ft waterfront home with less than 1 acre of property might be worth more than a 8,000 sq.ft mansion with 5 acres of property.

Luxury property is often defined as real property that has an appraised value of over £1 million, but this can vary greatly depending on the location.

The classification also takes into account the presence of surrounding homes, amenities, views, waterfronts, the absence of crime, industrialisation or unwanted commercialisation, customisations of the home, and historical or architectural significance.

Luxury properties usually entails greater responsibility for agents who handle transactions.

They are likely to attract more international interest, but it must be remembered that there are also greater legal responsibilities and this is a very good reason to use a private buying agent like City to Country.

Internally you might expect the fixtures and fittings to be of the highest standard for example fully tiled bathrooms and cloakrooms. It is possible to request your home to be ‘wired for sound’ and opt for all the latest technology, how about a remote control for filling the bath? Though all of this is of course a matter of your taste and requirements; we will endeavour to meet as much of it as we can. Kitchens and bathrooms are, in our opinion, what sells a home and these we would expect to be of the highest standard. As always it is a combination of the decor that will define the luxury home.

Thatched Properties

These are the quintessential countryside retreat and can provide you with a rural location to envy. Knowing what the pitfalls of buying this sort of property is essential and we can help you make an informed decision based upon our expertise and local knowledge.

In most of Europe, thatch remained the only roofing material available to the bulk of the population in the countryside, in many towns and villages, until the late 1800s. Thatch has become much more popular in the UK over the past 30 years, and is now a symbol of wealth. There are approximately 1,000 full-time thatchers at work in the UK, and thatching is becoming popular again because of the renewed interest in preserving historic buildings and using more sustainable building materials.

There are more thatched roofs in Great Britain than in any other European country. Good quality straw thatch can last for more than 50 years when applied by a skilled thatcher. The lifespan of a thatched roof is also dependent on the skill of the thatcher, but other factors need to be taken into account, such as climate, quality of the materials used, and the pitch of the roof. Good thatch will not require frequent maintenance.

In England a ridge will normally last 8–14 years, and re-ridging will be required several times during the lifespan of a thatch. Thatch is not as flammable as many people believe.

Insurance premiums on thatched houses are higher than average in part because of the perception that thatched roofs are a fire hazard but if you have smoke detectors in the roof space and the thatchers have utilised a spray-on fire retardant or pressure impregnated fire retardants you can keep those premiums to a minimum.

Thatch is also a natural insulator, and air pockets within straw thatch insulate a building in both warm and cold weather. A thatched roof will ensure that a building will be cool in summer and warm in winter. Thatch also has very good resistance to wind damage when applied correctly.

Thatch is a versatile material when it comes to covering irregular roof structures. This fact lends itself to the use of second-hand, recycled and natural materials that are not only more sustainable, but need not fit exact standard dimensions to perform well.

Thatching is the craft of building a roof with dry vegetation such as straw, water reed, sedge, rushes, or heather and layering the vegetation so as to shed water away from the inner roof. It is a very old roofing method that has, of late, become increasingly popular again.

Thatched properties can be found across many villages in England and are perceived as being the choice of affluent people who desire a rustic look for their home, with a more ecologically friendly roof.