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Johnstone's Secret Garden - idyllic apt with private garden set by the weir in the centre of Bath

Apartment with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Thermae Bath Spa

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Interior
Experience the essence of Bath in this uniquely designed apartment, nestled in a classical Palladian building. Enjoy sumptuous river views from the master bedroom and flexible second bedroom, both with comfortable beds and sitting areas. The fabulous large bathroom is perfect for relaxation.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Johnstone's Secret Garden - idyllic apt with private garden set by the weir in the centre of Bath

Apartment with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Thermae Bath Spa
This smoke-free apartment building features laundry facilities and a garden. The apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a coffee/tea maker, and other amenities include a dishwasher and a TV.
Guest accommodation at this apartment offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

584543

About the area

Map
Bath, Bath and North East Somerset

What's nearby

  • The Recreation Ground - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bath Abbey - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bath Christmas Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Roman Baths - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Thermae Bath Spa - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Bath Spa Station - 10 min walk
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cappadocia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Boater - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Architect - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ponte Vecchio - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chez Dominique - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Johnstone's Secret Garden - idyllic apt with private garden set by the weir in the centre of Bath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Johnstone's Secret Garden - idyllic apt with private garden set by the weir in the centre of Bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Johnstone's Secret Garden - idyllic apt with private garden set by the weir in the centre of Bath?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Johnstone's Secret Garden - idyllic apt with private garden set by the weir in the centre of Bath located?

Located in Bathwick, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Great Pulteney Street and Thermae Bath Spa. Pulteney Bridge and The Recreation Ground are just steps away. Bath Spa Station is 10 minutes by foot and Bath (QQX-Bath Spa Train Station) is 10 minutes.

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Johnstone's Secret Garden - idyllic apt with private garden set by the weir in the centre of Bath Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abbas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great flat in a great location

Very conveniently located property, well-appointed and with a really beautiful private outdoor space to enjoy. Can't fault it as a place to stay in Bath.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bath home

Location and garden were perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, excellent property and grounds

Thoroughly enjoyed the property and garden access. Perfect location and close to nice restaurants. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Narinder D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely break at the property

Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tory H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful little apartment

Beautiful little apartment in a brilliant location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne-France S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An elegant and charming flat in a period building

We just had a very pleasant stay at Johnstone's Secret Garden. The place has a very elegant and traditional flair. It is very clean and comfortable. The garden is lovely and helps you feel away from city life although you are right in the centre of Bath! The narrow stairs to and within the flat are the only downside but they belong to any period building of that type.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just about perfect

We couldn’t imagine a better location in Bath, with the feeling that we’d been given a special charmed key to the city. Beautifully appointed, eccentric and charming, with a private garden to luxuriate in, or just savor visually. And the management gives you almost more information than you can absorb. We’ll recommend this place to everyone we know for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen C., Denham Springs

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream Come True

Johnstone's Secret Garden home was as wonderful as it appears in the pictures online. The home had everything we needed for an extended stay in Bath. We were lucky enough to enjoy this home and city for the month of July! Nicholas and Clare were easy and responsive to all our needs/requests. The location was perfect for exploring Bath, Stonehenge, and multiple villages within a short train or bus ride away. The home had a kitchen stocked for us to be able to have meals at home often. The beds were comfortable and the in-home washer allowed us to pack fewer rounds of clothing. The garden, the maze, and the river directly out the back living/kitchen area were what put this apartment over the top!! We were able to have meals in the garden and many evenings with wine on a picnic blanket by the weir. I highly recommend Johnstone's Secret Garden for your getaway :)
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Although we were only at Johnsons secret garden briefly, we absolutely loved it. There was everything we could possibly have needed, & we loved the history of the place too. It was really handy for everything we wanted to do! Thank you for our welcome pack too, much appreciated. We have already reccomended it to friends. Thanks again. Pam.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Astrid E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fantastic place. Super clean and well stocked. Best location, central to everything that there is to see in Bath. Decorated with a lot of care and charm. Felt like an enchanted place with the secret garden and the hidden garden door that led to the labyrinth by the river. We also enjoyed meeting the host who was so very helpful. Simply amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location

Interesting historical building and great to walk from back garden onto the maze.The patio could do with better maintenance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Hanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

super centralt

En skøn lejlighed med mange trapper og en supercental beliggenhed. Nem ankomst og fin rengøring. Haven er en ekstra perle og sjovt at bo det sted som andre står og tager billeder af fra floden lige overfor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable home in great location

We truly loved our stay at Johnstone's Secret Garden! The home was spacious and comfortable, and the location was perfect. It was a short walk to restaurants, shopping, and attractions. The property managers were easy to reach, friendly, and answered all our questions. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Wonderful Place to See Bath From

This property is just off the beaten path, providing peace and quiet, but only a few minute's walk to the heart of Bath. The secret garden is truly that...a beautiful, small yard with a gate that allows you to access the Avon and surrounding parks. Note that you must be comfortable with stairs if you wish to stay here. That said, if you for Bath with a guide, you will find this multi-level layout to be the norm in this city. The small kitchen worked well, the bed was comfortable, and the bathroom was totally functional. This is a rustic, beautiful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic

Cozy, charming, and clean, unbelievably well located to all of Bath’s attractions, and yet quiet . Feels like you’re in another world when you are inside. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly a special secret hideaway - hidden in plain sight

Johnstone's Secret Garden is aptly named, but the name only begins to tell the enchanting story of this magical oasis. Ideally situated overlooking its private garden and the weir below Pulteney Bridge and within easy walking access to all of Bath, the two story elegant historic lodgings are wonderfully and resourcefully appointed. A delightful place to stay for three days, or much more.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellant Property

4 Friends stayed at this property and it was exactly as advertised and location to everything was excellent. Just a tiny note, 4 friends but only 3 places to sit in the lounge needs another armchair.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Special treat

Johnstone Secret Garden was one of the most charming and unique places we've ever stayed at. It really lives up to its name and description as "idyllic" and a "private secret garden." We enjoyed having our meals out in the lovely garden. Our stay at Johnstone Secret Garden was a special treat and a rare find.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable accommodations in a perfect location

We so enjoyed our stay in the secret garden! It was perfect for our family of four (older teens) and the location could not be beat. Steps to the Pultaney Bridge; the Parade Grounds, river boat tours, and access to the running path along the River Avon were just outside the back yard through the secret garden door; easy walk into Central Bath; short walk to Holborne Museum (my daughter is a huge Bridgerton fan and got a kick out of that); easy access to the Skyline walk. Great communication with Bath Holiday Rentals; Bartosz met us at the property so we could drop our luggage until the unit was ready. He was friendly and helpful and gave us a great dinner recommendation (Ponte Vecchio right next door out the back - amazing Italian food!). We had a wonderful time and were sad to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion at Bath Secret Garden -12 Johnstone Street

We had a family reunion of relatives from England, Wales, Canada and US. We brought food in and entertained in the family room off the garden. We had planned to use the large garden table but there were many wasps so we had to entertain inside. The garden was nice but there could have been some nice flowers planted. A bit overgrown with weeds. Other than that, a nice stay. For older guests they should know about all the stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivonne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb accommodation!

Thank you Secret Garden appt at Bath for the wonderful time in Bath. The apartment was implacable and centrally located that allowed us to walk to downtown and enjoyed restaurants and shopping. The weather was beautiful and we were able to enjoy a few meals in the Garden. The secret garden has a second door that leads to the river and it's ideal for a walk in the afternoon. We definitely staying here again! Highly recommended! Staff was very nice and all worked out as planned.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Laura P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location and property.

The location and facilities at the property were fantastic, but the bathroom in particular wasnt very clean mainly the bath and shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M., PORT CHARLOTTE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

This home is in a perfect location to experience Bath. Walking to everything is very easy. The house is cute and clean; it's a great way to relax after walking all day. The little garden and "secret" gate make it extra special.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful apartment, perfect location.

Perfect for visiting Bath.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice stay

We loved the feel of the apartment and the location was excellent. It was an easy walk to all the places we wanted to visit in Bath-the Roman Baths, the Abbey, many restaurants, shopping, and the train station. Parking is tight in the area and the materials provided some suggestions. We were able to book a private parking location with Just Park that was a few minutes walk. I am very glad we arranged parking in advance. As others have mentioned, there are stairs involved in accessing the apartment, which is itself on two levels. This was a great find and we would stay again if ever in the area in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023