What better way to relax than a long, hot soak in the bath? If you’re looking to freshen up your bathroom take some inspiration from some of our favourite baths.

 

Copper Bath

This wonderful William Holland bath is just one feature in a home full of imaginative touches. Owner, Nadene picked the bath up on ebay, it was being sold as a second as it had a little damage, though it appears the small dents actually add to its beauty. Take a look around her fascinating home – don’t miss the extraordinary bed and Sidney the Afghan hound.

Nadene’s magnificent William Holland copper bath
Nadene’s magnificent William Holland copper bath

Black Bateau Bath

This fabulous family bathroom oozes style. The black steel-riveted bateau bath was found by owner, Louise on eBay. The black and white mosaic tile flooring is from Tile Design in St Leonards. There are more gorgeous bathrooms in this amazing restored Burton home, find out more here.

The family bathroom sports a great black steel-riveted bateau bath that Louise found on eBay and black and white mosaic tile flooring from Tile Design in St Leonards
A truly beautiful bathroom. We love the contrast of the monochrome with splashes of colour

Natural Sanctuary

This bathroom was refurbished by Steve Moss. Owner, Eve chose the wallpaper, by Colefax & Fowler, because it looks as though it has been painted onto the wall. Green ornaments and plants give this bathroom a fresh, relaxing feel and enhance the plant-themed wallpaper. For more of this charming house read on here.

A beautiful place for a long, hot soak

Room with a View

This master bathroom makes the most of a lovely view. The life-affirming plants enhance this relaxing, refreshing space. See more of this inspiring house here and check out our list of bathroom-friendly plants, to see how you can surround yourself with green, while you clean.

The plant-filled master bathroom has views over the Bourne valley. The chandelier is a 1958 design by Gino Sarfatti from Flos
The plant-filled master bathroom has views over the Bourne valley. The chandelier is a 1958 design by Gino Sarfatti from Flos

Calm and Collected

This space is all about simplicity. The perfect place to relax, with double-aspect views of the garden, soft fabric curtain and pure white surroundings. If you like this you’ll love looking around the rest of this beautiful home.

In one corner of the master bedroom a contemporary free-standing bath has been set in a double-aspect alcove overlooking the garden while at the other end is a spacious wet room
In one corner of the master bedroom a contemporary free-standing bath has been set in a double-aspect alcove overlooking the garden while at the other end is a spacious wet room

Shell Pink Bath

Pretty in pink, this luxury space has both light and privacy, thanks to the lovely shutters. This feminine, sumptuous bathroom looks like the ideal place to soak away the day. Owner, Belinda is an interior designer and you can see more evidence of her love of furnishings, wallpapers and fabrics in her gorgeous home.

The shell pink bath sits in the centre of the marble-floored master bathroom; shutters provide privacy without losing light
The shell pink bath sits in the centre of the marble-floored master bathroom

 

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