HOT PROPERTY

“Sion Hill Place named one of the top 6 residential streets in UK.” The Times 2019. The property is an absolute hidden gem of pure Georgian elegance. Beautifully designed by John Pinch the Elder in 1818, this property holds all the immeasurable features associated with its Grade I listing and being part of a World Heritage city.

It is documented that No.1 Sion Hill Place is considerably larger than the rest of the terrace. The property was remodelled and extended in the 1930s when the front facade of a John Wood the Elder designed house c.1738 from Chippenham was rebuilt, stone by stone, on to the west flank of the building to create Summerhill Mansion and No.1. The building’s interior was remodelled for Ernest Cook in 1936, grandson of travel entrepreneur Thomas Cook, when the new staircase, doors and flooring were added. Many items were refurbished from Chesterfield House, Westminster, which was once the former London town house residence of the Royal Princess Mary. Currently undergoing an extensive restoration and refurbishment programme, this most desirable of addresses will soon be coming to market as 2 duplex apartments, 2 apartments and 1 penthouse suite. A rare opportunity to truly make an apartment your own and be a part of the history of this beautiful building. For a limited time the development has an opportunity for a buyer to choose and specify their own kitchen colours, worktop finishes, appliance specification and floor finishes.

A viewing is strongly recommended by the sole agent Cobb Farr.

Sion Hill Place, Bath

• Grade I double fronted listed building • Extensively restored and refurbished

• 3 bedrooms with en-suites

• Stunning drawing room with bay window

• Bespoke kitchen and dining room • Lift

OIEO £2,250,000

Northampton Street, Bath

Guide Price £1,200,000

A handsome, comprehensively refurbished Grade II listed town house, offering flexible accommodation with a wealth of period detail and quality contemporary finishes, located in a quiet and sought after residential area, adjacent to St James Square and within 10 mins walk of Bath city centre.

• 4/5 bedrooms, 3 bath and shower rooms, 2/3 reception rooms • Contemporary well-appointed kitchen • Original Bath stone cantilevered staircase

The Circus, Bath

Guide Price £2,000,000

A rare opportunity to acquire a magnificent ground and first floor Grade I listed 3 bedroom garden maisonette, retaining a wealth of period features, along with a spacious one bedroom courtyard apartment and a private parking space, in need of some cosmetic updating and located in Bath’s finest landmark residential address. • Architecturally significant and highly sought-after residential address • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room • Private walled garden and sun terraces and gardeners WC • Large self-contained one bedroom courtyard apartment

September guide to styling your home for sale

As the weeks pass by and September approaches, it is a new start in many ways, and also a time when many people in Bath decide to move home. There are signs that the property market may be cooling this autumn, yet the July House Price Index from Rightmove highlights what we continue to find locally. The number of properties on the market is 40% down on June 2019’s levels and buyer demand is up 26%. Should the market start to cool or not, it is essential you do everything you can to ensure your home is perfectly presented. For essential tips, follow our September back to school guide to styling your home for sale.

Preparation is the key

No matter the size of your home, your belongings expand to fill it: every inch of storage is utilised, and you will no doubt have a wealth of stuff that you no longer need. Having a good sort out is critical, not only because this makes your move so much easier but also because it aids you to style your home, as you will have less clutter. There is no underestimating how big a job this can be, and we recommend that no cupboard or room is left unturned; that way you are creating a strong foundation ready for next step.

Don’t give them chills

You know your home best, but when is the last time you really took a look– and not through those rose-tinted glasses. Every property has wear and tear, but what your eyes may blinker, buyers will home in on with a vengeance and become curious what other flaws they may find. Go through your home with a fine-tooth comb, upgrade the décor where needed, get those neglected DIY jobs finally finished, and give everywhere a deep clean. This way, when potential buyers are viewing your home they won’t be living with chills and feelings of disappointment.

Functionality is important

Over the last couple of years, because of the pandemic, we have asked our homes to work harder than ever; rooms have had to be multifunctional to meet the demands of family life. Working from home is the norm for many, and having that private and yet functional room as an office is extremely important. Think about all the rooms in your home: what is their function and are they demonstrating this to a buyer? Multifunctional spaces may work for you, but focus on one aspect and present the room in that way without clutter, as not to confuses buyers.

Always add greenery

Whether a small apartment with a terrace or a grand Georgian home with a stunning formal garden, any outside space is considered an additional room of your property and should be treated as such. Greenery of any kind adds warmth and life, which is why you need to spend time to ensure that your outside space is looking as equally well presented as your inside. The recent high temperatures may have caused some damage to your garden; therefore, see what you can repair over the summer and add new seasonal plants for September that will ensure that it is popping with colour.

The small things can make the biggest difference

There are two big mistakes sellers make when styling their homes. The first is to tidy it within an inch of its life so that it’s devoid of any personality and welcome. Presenting your property for sale is about creating a lifestyle that buyers can’t wait to move into, and if what they see is sterile, it makes it hard for their hearts to connect. Secondly, sellers can also go to the opposite extreme and over stage their properties, to the point where it starts to feel cluttered again –less is more when it comes to styling. A few key pieces in each room will make the biggest difference and help buyers to see how they can make it their home.

If you’re thinking of selling an apartment or a unique home in Bath, contact our teams at The Apartment Company or Peter Greatorex Unique Homes for a successful September sale.

01225 471144 | www.theapartmentcompany.co.uk

T: 01225 904999 | www.petergreatorex.co.uk

FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE

George Street O.I.E.O £360,000

Grade ll listed · Georgian · Top floor apartment · Two double bedrooms · City centre location · Great views · No chain · EPC C rating · Approx. 724 Sq. Ft. Northanger Court O.I.E.O £575,000

Penthouse · Open Plan with triple aspect windows · Lift access to all floors · Communal gardens and terraces · Secure garage with allocated space · River views · City Centre · No chain · EPC C rating · Approx. 891 Sq. Ft. Bladud Buildings O.I.E.O £350,000

Holiday lets allowed · Georgian · Grade ll listed · Spacious double bedroom · Good decorative order · Central location · Close to local amenities · Share of Freehold · Private garden · EPC D rating · Approx. 614 Sq. Ft.

SOLDSTC SOLDSTC

Portland Place O.I.E.O £550,000

Georgian · Grade ll · Two double bedrooms · Stunning reception room · First floor apartment · Close to local amenities · No chain · EPC C rating · Approx. 1087 Sq. Ft. Paragon

O.I.E.O £280,000

Grade ll listed · Georgian · Top floor apartment · One bedroom · Beautiful views · Spacious bedroom · Central location · EPC C rating · Approx. 596 Sq. Ft. Cleveland Place West O.I.E.O £280,000

Georgian · Grade ll listed · Top floor apartment · Two bedrooms · Central location · No onward chain · Share of freehold · EPC C rating · Approx. 530 Sq. Ft.

FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE

Druids Garth O.I.E.O £450,000 Frankcom House O.I.E.O £450,000 The Empire

O.I.E.O £625,000

Detached Victorian mansion apartment · Ground floor with private entrance · Reception hallway · Two double bedrooms · Village location · Canal walks close at hand · Lovely views · EPC D rating · Approx. 747 Sq. Ft. Top floor apartment · Three spacious bedrooms · Balcony · Beautiful communal gardens · Garage · Off-street parking · Peaceful location · Short level walk to city centre · EPC D rating · Approx. 983 Sq. Ft. Two double bedrooms · Master bedroom with ensuite · Communal garden · Fitness suite · Cinema room · Billiard room · Views over the weir · Lift access · City Centre location · Exclusive allocated parking bay and guest parking · EPC C rating · Approx. 1079 Sq. Ft.

LET AGREED LET AGREED LET AGREED

Edward Street £2,000 pcm

Marlborough Buildings £2,100 pcm

Victoria Bridge Court £1,450 pcm Lower Bristol Road £1,550 pcm

Brassknocker Hill £1,450 pcm

St Georges place £1,450 pcm Warminster Road £1,500 pcm

Russel Street £1,500 pcm

Alfred Street £1,300 pcm

Grade ll listed · Georgian · Three spacious bedrooms · Close to city centre · Converted vaults · Private front door · Private courtyard · Approx. 1494 Sq. Ft. · Council Band D · EPC Rating D Furnished or Unfurnished · Two bedrooms (1 double 1 single) · Sorry no students · Close to the city centre · One allocated parking space · VIDEO VIEWING AVAILABLE · Available 1st August 2022 · EPC Rating E Fully furnished and equipped - Immaculate · Two double bedrooms · Bathroom and ensuite bathroom · Underfloor heating · Allocated parking for 2 cars · New carpets & flooring throughout · Council Tax Band C · EPC Rating C

TO LET TO LET TO LET

Unfurnished · No more than 2 professional sharers · Three large double bedrooms · Two luxury bathrooms · Parking - On street permit · No pets · Sorry no students · Available 22nd August 2022 · Council Tax Band E Unfurnished · Two double bedrooms with ensuite · Gas central heating · Fabulous views · Spectacular location · Private allocated parking spaces · Council tax band D · EPC Rating C · Available 27th August 2022 Two double bedrooms · En-Suite & separate bathroom · Light and spacious - Furnished · Postgraduate students considered · Minimum 12 month tenancy · Council Tax Band A · EPC Rating D

LET AGREED LET AGREED LET AGREED

Unfurnished · Two bedrooms (one double one single) · Delightful communal gardens · One allocated parking space · Close to all local amenities · Sorry no pets · EPC Rating C · Council tax band D · Available 27th August 2022 Unfurnished · Two double bedrooms · Sorry students not considered · Easy access to Bristol · EPC Rating C · Modern and stylish (Zone 6 Parking Permit available) · Available for initial 12 month tenancy · Available 26th August 2022 Furnished · Two double bedrooms · Two stylish bathrooms · Top floor apartment · Sorry no students · Council tax band C · Permit Parking · EPC Rating E · Available 5th August 2022