Be aware that the Bellwether has two types of tubs. At least last year they did. The original has a slanted front end as well as a back end. It looks great but reduces the bottom length of the tub. It also requires a longer spout to reach the drain hole. I imagine the plumbing would need reworked too to accommodate the atypical drain placement. Typical spout is something like 9" and the need for the original Bellwether is something like 11" to cl drain, if I remember correctly. The (new version) Bellwether is not a good height for soaking. Kohler considers the new Bellwether more of a builders model, as it can fit into a standard alcove setup, no special fixtures. I don't think it is as wide at the original version either. The 5' original Bellwether had one of the shortest lengths of any of ther 5' cast iron models. The new version, while shallow like the Villager, has one of the longest bottoms of the 5' lengths. I know you are looking at the 5.5' and so this may not matter to you. It would be best if you could sit in a tub or two to see how they fit. People regularly make a different decision once they sit in one and can get a feel for the dimensions. I have the (new version) Bellwether in the 5' length and love it, but it is not the primary bathroom. It is in a room that is more of a guest bathroom, and can be used for bathing small children and pets. It would also make a great tub for a tub/shower setup. I wanted a lower tub like the Villager. But I didn't like the looks of the Villager. I am very happy with my shallow Bellwether (new version)

I see quite a few online. Here's a couple places: http://faucets.efaucets.com/faucets/54%20Soaking%20Tub http://www.vintagetub.com/asp/product_detail.asp?item_no=savingspackage54-SH Hope this helps.

If I want to take a bath, I want to be able to stretch out my legs. Babies have shorter legs :-) I sat in the Kohler Underscore yesterday 60 x 30 and the lumbar support is awesome! I'm 5'7" and had another 3 inches for my feet so could stretch my toes too! I need an alcove tub. https://www.us.kohler.com/us/underscore-60-x-30-alcove-bath-with-integral-apron-integral-flange-and-left-hand-drain/productDetail/bathing/1302655.htm?skuId=1302576&brandId=656492

If you want a finished front and a clean modern look, I'd look at the Kohler Bellwether. https://www.faucetdirect.com/kohler-k-848-bellwether-bath-tub-66-l-x-32-w-cast-iron-soaking-for-three-wall-alcove-installations-with/p2170076?source=gg-gbav2_2170076&source=gg-gba-pla_2170076!c8255209412!a91934235784!dc!ng&cawelaid=120135430001926645&inv=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA5bz-BRD-ARIsABjT4njydKQcwU8WQYAOTW1j3It-VHnc2R_A3MU49QTs-yvxkhMNKUIS8h4aAtTkEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds -