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A unique guesthouse in the heart of historic Bath, for guests seeking something more than a hotel.
Built in 1770 and expertly restored by 8 Holland Street, The Townhouse offers three very comfortable bedroom Suites, each with its own distinct character. Breakfast is served in our delightful kitchen each morning. enjoy generous communal spaces to relax during your stay.
BOOK YOUR STAY
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SUITE ONE
This is our largest Suite occupying the entire Second Floor of the Townhouse, comprising an expansive Master Bedroom, En-Suite Shower room and private Dressing Room. It is uniquely furnished with some of the best pieces from 8 Holland Street's art collection.
The Bedroom has a Superking sized bed, a comfy seating area with a shearling sofa, lounge chairs, writing desk and storage. Expansive tripartite windows look out over the facades of Brock Street.
The Ensuite Shower room features a marble washstand, separate rain shower and sash window opening onto Margaret's Buildings, bathing the room in light. A private hallway leads to the generous Dressing Room with a large Water Monopoly bath, a comfortable armchair and separate vanity area. The Suite is ambient and very beautifully lit.
Furniture highlights include a Josef Frank for Svenkst Tenn headboard, Otto Faerge settee, Italian cane armchairs, a Fontana Arte blue bevelled glass mirror and a Guillerme et Chambron cabinet. Design favourites include a Märta Måås-Fjetterström carpet, vintage Peggy Angus wallpaper and Josef Frank rugs. The art collection presents original work by Ben Nicholson, Victor Pasmore, André Derain and Eduardo Paolozzi together with a display of British and Continental studio pottery.
A delicious breakfast is served in the kitchen for guests each morning. Drinks and aperitif are available in the Drawing Room and communal spaces throughout the day.SUITE ONE FACTS:
- 52 Sq Metres on the Second Floor of the house
- A unique and ever-evolving collection of furniture, design and original artworks
- A curated edit of books, current magazines, objects and plants
- Superking size bed, organic hand-made mattress and topper, Norvegr duvets, goose down pillows and Magniberg linens
- En-Suite Shower room and adjoining Dressing Room with freestanding bath, separate rain shower and two washstands
- Bathroom products from Austin Austin and Le Labo together with Tekla towels, Hay gowns and slippers
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SUITE TWO
Located on the Third Floor of the Townhouse, this series of rooms provides a tranquil setting to enjoy a comfortable stay. Comprising a bright and spacious Bedroom, private Sitting Room with writing area and Ensuite Bathroom. The original wooden floorboards and bright patterned walls create an understated backdrop for the display of modern British artworks and European design from 8 Holland Street's collection.
The Bedroom has an oversized King size Italian bedframe with rocking chair and sideboard. The Ensuite Bathroom is bright and spacious with views of the skyline over Margaret's Buildings. Water Monopoly bathroom fittings, an antique roll top bath and separate rain shower aid in the art of grooming. The separate Sitting Room features a sofa, a drop-down bureau, bookcase and TV. A perfect space for afternoon downtime from exploring Bath.
Furniture pieces include an unusual Isamu Noguchi standard lamp, Vico Magistretti bedside tables, a Carl Hansen & Son Colonial table and Berber rugs. Design highlights encompass work by Josef Frank, Tibor Reich, Nicola Tassie alongside antique textiles. The art collection presents original pieces by Man Ray, Richard Cook, Diane Arbus, Terry Frost and Elisabeth Frink.
A delicious breakfast is served in the kitchen for guests each morning. Drinks and aperitif are available in the Drawing Room and communal spaces throughout the day.SUITE TWO FACTS:
- 36 Sq Metres on the Second Floor of the house
- A unique and ever-evolving collection of furniture, design and original artworks
- A curated edit of books, current magazines, objects and plants
- Oversized King size bed, organic hand-made mattress and topper, Norvegr duvets, goose down pillows and Magniberg linens
- En-Suite Bathroom with freestanding bath, separate rain shower and washstand
- Bathroom products from Austin Austin and Le Labo, together with Tekla towels, Hay gowns and slippers
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BEDROOM THREE
This is a cosy Ensuite Bedroom on the top floor of the house which provides a very comfortable night's sleep. The room has views of the skyline and over the charming neighbourhood of Margaret's Buildings. The bedroom offers the utmost in design inspiration and a perfect bolthole from which to enjoy the Townhouse and time exploring Bath.
The Bedroom features painted floorboards and hand-printed Voysey wallpaper with an exquisite King size bed, writing desk and small wardrobe area. The room is warmly lit and a small private hallway opens into the Ensuite Bathroom. A generous marble mounted bathtub, overhead rain shower and Water Monopoly washstand aid in the ritual of grooming. Colours and materials are uplifting and cocooning. This is our take on a cosy attic bedroom.
The artwork collection features pieces by Trevor Bell, Clifford and Rosemary Ellis, Barry Flanagan and Michael Craig Martin. Furniture includes a Guillerme et Chambron bed and Joe Colombo chair.
A delicious breakfast is served in the kitchen for guests each morning. Drinks and aperitif are available in the Drawing Room and communal spaces throughout the day.BEDROOM THREE FACTS:
- 18 Sq Metres on the Third Floor of the house
- An unique and ever-evolving collection of furniture and original artworks
- A curated edit of books, current magazines, design objects and fresh flowers
- King size bed, organic hand-made mattress and topper, Norvegr duvets, goose down pillows and Magniberg bed linen
- Ensuite Bathroom with bathtub, rainwater shower and washstand
- Bathroom products from Austin Austin and Le Lebo together with Tekla towels, Hay gowns and slippers
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TOWNHOUSE EXCLUSIVE USE
Reserve the entire Townhouse encompassing all three Bedroom Suites, accommodating up to six guests. Exclusive use grants you private use of the whole house as your own, including Drawing Room, Kitchen, Breakfast Room and our outdoor Courtyard. Indulge in the entirety of the Townhouse for an intimate gathering in the heart of Bath.The house delights with a world-renowned collection of Twentieth Century furniture, artworks and design from Britain, Europe, Scandinavia and across the globe. Rooms are beautifully lit, ambient and comfortable as well as being wonderfully equipped as a functioning home-away-from-home. In the Kitchen, Plain English and Vitsoe cabinetry and storage provide a basis for a Bertazzoni cooker, Studio Ore taps, thoughtful cookware and tableware. Water Monopoly and Drummonds bathroom fitings exude indulgence.Our team can arrange for additional amenities including maid service, daily breakfast, private dinners, concierge, guides and a driver to ensure guests experience the ambience and comfort of 8 Holland Street Townhouse and the surrounding area to it's full potential. We ask for a three night minimum stay for exclusive use.EXCLUSIVE USE FACTS:
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Private use of the whole house encompassing:
- Suite One with Superking size bed, Ensuite Bathroom & private Dressing Room
- Suite Two with oversized King size bed, Ensuite Bathroom & private Sitting Room
- Bedroom Three with King size bed & Ensuite Bathroom
- Drawing Room with sofas, armchairs and lounge seating
- Kitchen / Breakfast Room with dining table for up to 8 guests
- Private front door, Entrance Hall, staircase and guest loo
- An ever-evolving collection of furniture and original artworks
- A curated edit of books, current magazines, design objects and fresh flowers throughout the house
- Organic hand-made mattresses and toppers, Norvegr duvets, goose down pillows and Magniberg bed linens
- Bathroom products from Austin Austin and Le Leb, together with Tekla towels, Hay gowns and slippers
- Record player and library, Bang & Olufsen speakers, Roberts DAB radios and Apple TVs
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“8 Holland Street Townhouse is an aesthete’s dream for an art-filled sleepover”.
“Accessed via an Ionic pedimented porch, the four storey interior includes a drawing room with an oversized Venetian window and Regency stone fireplace, a Shakeresque Plain English kitchen filled with colourful ceramics; and three bedrooms, one with its own roll top bath and dressing room”
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ADDRESS
23 BROCK STREET, BATH, SOMERSET BA1 2LW
CONTACT
TOWNHOUSE@8HOLLANDSTREET.COM
+44 (0)1225 967228
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