THE final stage of a luxury £3million 'upbeat' music bar in Bowness has been completed.

Work on Baha, based on Ash Street, started in early 2016 and opened its doors in July of last year.

Customers to the exclusive VIP floor will be able to benefit from table service, booth-seating for up to 20 guests and renowned DJ’s.

Specialising in cocktails, bottles and on-brand drinks in a sleek and stylish environment, the sumptuous space will also be available for private hire for special occasions, with a capacity of approximately 100 people.

Baha is the brainchild of local entrepreneur Steven Hargreaves, who is also behind champagne bar The Fizzy Tarté, and Kay Harrison-Mann.

“We have used the latest technology in music, AV and lighting to ensure that users are blown away by this incredible environment,” Mr Hargreaves said. “It will be the most exclusive hire space in the North of England and clients will be able to celebrate in style, creating their own bespoke surroundings with the user-controlled iPad everything can be controlled at the touch of a button.”

Mr Hargreaves and his team opened Baha after spotting a gap in the market for an upbeat, on-trend establishment.

The ground floor, which serves as a lounge bar, has featured live musicians and DJs such as Natasha Kitty Katt, James Bailey and Ed Mahon.

“We have been packed to the rafters since July, with locals and tourists who have come to experience the very best DJ’s and live music at Baha,” Mr Hargreaves said. “People who come to Bowness just do not expect to find something like this here. We have put the area on the map in a big way."

The second floor, which opened in September, features the main restaurant.

“I am absolutely delighted to launch the third floor at Baha and know it’s going to become ‘the place to be’ for clients who want something very special,” said Mr Hargreaves. “It has been created with the customer in mind; once here, they’re in control! Having now finalised the entire project, I couldn’t be happier with the result and feedback so far has been tremendous!”