Kensington Heights - Georgian Converted Chapel

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A modern living room with a blue sofa, a brown armchair, and a glass coffee table. There is a painting of an underwater scene on the wall.
A blue cart with a neon sign reading "Cocktails" in the background.
A stone wall, a table with chairs, a potted plant, and a window.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a striped backsplash.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Royal Crescent
Sleeps 62 bedrooms2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Bath, Somerset
  • Place, Royal Crescent
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Roman Baths
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Thermae Bath Spa
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Kensington Heights - Georgian Converted Chapel

Summary:

Experience Georgian Bath in this stunning, converted Chapel Apartment located just a 10-minute walk from central Bath. 7 Kensington Chapel is a 2 bed, 2 bathroom penthouse apartment in a Grade II listed Georgian Chapel - built in 1795 by John Jelly with public subscription funds, designed by John Palmer and converted in 2010. The chapel apartment is equipped with everything you should need for your stay in Bath and is your perfect home-away-from-home in Bath.



The Space:

LOUNGE

The lounge has a comfortable corner sofa for you to relax on in front of the smart TV where you can access apps, catchup + terrestrial/ free view. There is also a turntable, amplifier and speakers for playing music, with a mixed selection of vinyl records in a variety of musical styles. There is also a voice activated Polk smart speaker to play music requests on demand.



BALCONY

From the lounge the balcony is accessible via the Bi-folding doors. If you wish to sit out on the balcony there is a fold-up table and chairs in the boiler cupboard opposite the downstairs WC that you can use. Please put these away after use.



KITCHEN

The kitchen is equipped with everything you will need to make your stay as comfortable as possible, including a washing machine, dishwasher, oven, hob, microwave, kettle and toaster. Most appliances are straightforward but there are manuals if necessary.



BEDROOMS

Bedroom 1 has access onto the balcony and gets the sun in the morning. It has an en-suite with a bath and hand-held shower.



The bed is king-size with a firm mattress. There is also a unit to put away clothes and hanging space for larger items.



Bedroom 2 has a zip-link bed which can be set up as either a double or two singles. There is an en-suite containing a walk-in shower and there is also a wardrobe with shelves and space to store clothes and luggage.

This bedroom also has access via a staircase to the upper-level Mezzanine which contains a home office desk and workspace and 2 comfortable chairs that also fold down into auxiliary beds.



BATHROOMS

There are 2 bathrooms in the property. One has a walk-in shower, WC and basin. The other has a large bath for you to enjoy.



Fluffy towels and crispy white linen is included during your stay.



The Neighborhood:

Kensington Chapel is on the main road into Bath from the east, although it is set back enough not to be disturbed by traffic. It sits in a grand row of Georgian properties, typical of Bath's architecture.

The surrounding apartments are all privately owned. It is a quiet and reserved location.



Getting Around:

You can easily get around on foot, however there are busses and taxi's available - contact your hosts for more details. Bath has Uber.



Other Things to Note:

Please not the apartment is suitable for up to 6 guests but can only host a maximum of 4 adults.



There is a parking space in a private car park that comes with the apartment which guests are welcome to use during their stay.



Please see below a few house rules:

★ No parties or events.

★ Please do not smoke in the house (inc. vaping & e-cigarettes).

★ Please do not wear shoes inside.

★ Please avoid making an unreasonable amount of noise, particularly after 11pm.

★ No candles/naked flames inside or outside.



Interaction with Guests:

There is a lockbox at the property to allow for self check-in. We will send the code for the lockbox the day before your stay.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Due to the outdoor patio and stair, the property is not suitable for young children. We will only welcome children 12+. Please note that our agre...

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11167124
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bath

Walcot, a neighbourhood in Bath, is home to this apartment. Roman Baths and The Holburne Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Thermae Bath Spa and Recreation Ground. Chapel Arts Centre and Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Bath, Somerset

What's nearby

  • Pulteney Bridge - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Royal Crescent - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Jane Austen Centre - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Roman Baths - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Thermae Bath Spa - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Oldfield Park Station - 5 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beckford Bottle Shop - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Old Q Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Star Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Bath Cider House - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jaq At The Provenist - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kensington Heights - Georgian Converted Chapel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kensington Heights - Georgian Converted Chapel?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kensington Heights - Georgian Converted Chapel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kensington Heights - Georgian Converted Chapel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kensington Heights - Georgian Converted Chapel located?

Located in Walcot, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Artisan Quarter, Roman Baths and Thermae Bath Spa. Henrietta Park and Bath Assembly Rooms are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam Holden H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a lovely stay at this beautiful apartment. The apartment was modern and very clean everything was perfect . Having a Morrisons pretty much next door was a bonus We walked into the city centre which was about 20/25 mins but also got the bus which was about 10mins so great location Our host was so quick to answer and was very helpful. would definitely recommend to friends and family and would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2026
Thank you Pamela for your kind words. We hope to host you again in the future!

About the host

Hosted by Nook Stays

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This stunning converted Chapel apartment is owned by the Redgewell family and is managed by Chris and the Nook of Bath team. Refurbished to a high standard, this penthouse apartment has been created to meet every guest’s needs and we want it to be your home away from home while you’re in Bath!

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