Title: The Rafters, Idylic village setting with Bath on your doorstep - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Rafters, Idylic village setting with Bath on your doorstep Vacation home in Bath with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66870000/66861600/66861538/3ff21cb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66870000/66861600/66861538/a40e4c45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66870000/66861600/66861538/d6013dfb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66870000/66861600/66861538/b1ecabef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66870000/66861600/66861538/53d8b7da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to peaceful countryside at The Rafters. Walk the local hills, explore nearby Bath, or unwind in your modern kitchen and spacious double-height living area. With Fast WiFi and Smart TV with Freeview, you'll stay connected while enjoying the scenic views. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Rafters, Idylic village setting with Bath on your doorstep Our location is peaceful and quiet but with the amenities of Bath and beautiful South Cotswold countryside on your doorstep! Go shopping in Bath, go wild swimming in the Avon or Frome, walk the local hills.You can even walk directly from the cottage into Bath (7miles) following the canal and catch a train back to the Rafters (we provide walking suggestions/routes).Once home you have a modern kitchen ,bathrooms and a spacious double height living area(the old hayloft) . The cottage has Fast WiFi (37gb),Smart TV with Freeview and all the usual streaming services. Catch the local train to Bath (9 min),Bristol 22 mins or Bradford on Avon 6mins! The village station is a few minutes from the cottage. Stay local and dine at The Inn at Freshford, the Village Cafe or get some take out pizza you from the twice weekly village Pizzeria! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Ecotours](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20620000/20616000/20615906/5ea83072.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hiding Space - Westgate Apartments Bath City Centre - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Housekeeping - Soundproof rooms 9.0 Wonderful 317 reviews CA $153 CA $184 total includes taxes & fees Nov 6 - Nov 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=20615906&PinnedHotelID=20615906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38120000/38112500/38112467/fb5b1888.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stay at Percy Place and live the Georgian experience! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Bath, this vacation home is in a rural area. Thermae Bath Spa is worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Longleat Safari and Adventure Park and Center Parcs Longleat Forest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The Recreation Ground or Twerton Park. 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Kennet & Avon Canal and Farleigh Hungerford Castle are also within 3 mi (5 km). Freshford Station is only a 2-minute walk and Avoncliff Station is 23 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question