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The Avenue, Clevedon, Somerset BS21

This charming apartment lies on the top floor of a handsome stone house in Clevedon, Somerset. It has been sensitively renovated by its current owner, who has created a series of warm, welcoming spaces dressed in a gentle colour palette. Moments from the Grade i-listed pier and the newly reopened open-air saltwater pool, the home sits in a wonderful pocket of this picturesque seaside town.

Setting the Scene

Clevedon is a richly characterful seaside town, its elegant pier once described by Sir John Betjeman as “the most beautiful [...] in England”. The town flourished in the Victorian era, when the arrival of the railway transformed it into a sought-after coastal retreat. Today, just 13 miles from Bristol, Clevedon offers a rare balance: Enduring period charm, easy access to the city’s cosmopolitan amenities, and the open pastoral expanses of the Somerset countryside.

The Grand Tour

Built in the late Victorian period, the handsome building in which this apartment lies has a coursed stone façade with contrasting ashlar dressings. It sits slightly set back from the street, with private off-street parking (with an EV charger) to the front.

A shared entrance and staircase provide access to the apartment on the third floor. Entry is into a smart hallway, lit by an internal window and with coat pegs on a panelled wall.

At the far end of the plan, the south-facing living and dining space is a charming room that embraces the building’s pitched structure and exposed beams. A large window draws in plenty of natural light, while understated off-white walls and cream carpeting create a neutral backdrop for art. Dark cast-iron radiators nod subtly to the building’s heritage.

Next door is a well-designed kitchen with clean lines of stone worktops arranged in a u-shape. Appliances are integrated and include a dishwasher, fridge/freezer, and induction hob. A skylight floods the space with light, and a timber-framed opening above the sink connects the kitchen to the living room, allowing the adjacent spaces to remain in constant dialogue.

Two large windows frame beautiful views in the bedroom. A serene space, it features further exposed timbers and a simple, elegant scheme that enhances its sense of volume. At the far end of the hallway is the bathroom, a beautifully finished room with ceramic finger tiles above the bathtub and a solid oak drawer unit beneath the sink.

The Great Outdoors

A well-maintained communal garden lies to the back of the house which is primarily laid to lawn and bordered by mature trees and shrubs.

Out and About

The Avenue is brilliantly placed for Ladye Bay, just a five minute walk away, making for easy sea dips.

On the north Somerset coastline, Clevedon is well-placed for access to both Bath and Bristol, while also exuding its own distinct appeal. There are lovely beaches nearby, and the town is a wonderful foothold for exploring the Mendip Hills National Landscape and, slightly further afield, the Cotswolds.

Clevedon’s pier is the only one in England to be awarded Grade I listed status. A feat of Victorian engineering, it features striking ironwork and a glass café at its end. The town also offers a number of independent places to eat, including Murray’s, a wine shop, deli, and restaurant all in one.

Other nearby historic sites include Clevedon Court, a National Trust-owned 14th-century manor with landscaped gardens, and Clevedon Marine Lake, open all year round and well loved by cold water swimmers. The Curzon Cinema also stands as one of the oldest continuously operating cinemas in the country.

Bristol is around 20 minutes away by car and offers a thriving culinary and cultural scene. Highlights include Wilson’s, an excellent independently owned restaurant on Chandos Road in Redland, co-founded in 2016 by Jan Ostle and Mary Wilson, and Little Hollows for handmade pasta. Arnolfini and Spike Island present well-regarded programmes of contemporary exhibitions and performances, while The Watershed, a much-loved institution on the city-centre harbourside, hosts talks and events alongside its international film programme.

Yatton railway station, around 10 minutes by car, is the nearest station and sits on the Bristol–Exeter line. The M5 is also easily accessible for travel north and south.

Tenure: Share of Freehold / Lease Length: Approx. 999 years remaining / Ground Rent: Approx. £25 per annum / Service Charge: Approx. £960 per annum / Council Tax Band: B