London: The Beauford Square in Bath, known for appearing in a number of period dramas including the popular Netflix show Bridgerton, is up for sale for the first time in almost 300 years.
The square has 13 two-storey cottages constructed way back in 1730. Located south of Queens Square, it is being sold for approximately Rs 184 crore, reported The Times. According to a report in Metro, the total number of properties included in the square is 41. This includes 13-period apartments near Bath Abbey, nine Georgian cottages next to Royal Victoria Park, and Lark Place.
It is close to the Centre of Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage site. David Hobdey, Chief Executive Officer at St John's Foundation, said these buildings have been in the possession of the Foundation since their construction. The Foundation owns the square and has been tenanting them. "The sale of these buildings will enable us to inject the finances back into the Foundation to help those in need, and we are delighted to be working with Carter Jonas to find the new proud investor for these properties."
There is also a communal garden in the centre of Beaufort Square.
Lee Richards, Head of BTR and PRS at Carter Jonas, said that it is a truly rare opportunity to purchase a selection of historic buildings which present excellent investment potential. "The buildings are near to 100% occupied and are highly desirable due to their picturesque facades and fantastic location."
Some of the residents have been living there for 80 years.
The Foundation is focusing on charity considering the current cost of living and economic crisis in the UK.