A Tenby townhouse with a former photographer’s studio in the heart of the historic coastal town has been snapped up at auction.

Keen interest developed in the eye-catching eight-bedroom, four storey terraced Tenby town house prior to the sale at South Wales-based Paul Fosh Auctions

Located on Warren Street, Napleton House which was home to Squibbs was listed with a guide price of £220,000.

Sean Roper, of South Wales-based Paul Fosh Auctions, said: “A total of four bidders focused their attention on the lot and after casting just five bids the property sold for £240,000.

“It’s not hard to see why the house was of interest. The towering townhouse is located in arguably one of the most sought-after towns in South and West Wales. It’s an imposing house, positioned centrally and surrounded by a wealth of shops, amenities and all that wonderful Tenby has to offer in terms of attractions for tourists and visitors.

“It oozes history from all its parts having for many years housed a photographer’s studio with plentiful living accommodation above.

“The property has previously had planning permission for conversion to an eight-bedroom guest house.

“The townhouse offers versatile accommodation with its 1,558-set ft (145 sq. m) of space. It could also make a truly awesome single, large dwelling or become luxury flats or some other commercial uses, subject to obtaining the necessary planning permissions.

“The property is in Warren Street which is the main thoroughfare from Tenby train station to the centre of the town.

“The property is ideally placed for those wishing to stay in this popular tourist town. It’s a short walk to the town walls, golf course, train and bus stations, with the town’s beautiful beaches within easy reach.”

On the ground floor is the shopfloor, with the former photographer’s studio on the first floor.