chilworth street is a handsome victorian building arranged over five floors, combining the cleveland arms public house on the lower levels with five well-designed apartments above. the exterior retains its original character, with tall sash windows, decorative pediments and the historic, cleveland arms, 1852, inscription still visible on the parapet.
the pub has been sensitively restored, reinstating the traditional horseshoe bar layout on the ground floor. the dining room below has been refurbished using reclaimed materials, including victorian roof tiles, which now form the distinctive wall panelling. the result is an atmospheric space that balances heritage features with a contemporary feel.
above the pub, the upper floors have been reconfigured to create five light, cohesive apartments. once divided into multiple smaller units, the building now has a clear, practical layout with well-proportioned rooms and a calm, modern aesthetic. swedish hardwood flooring runs throughout, complementing the generous ceiling heights, original cornicing and full-height sash windows with shutters.
many of the reception rooms span the width of the building, drawing in natural light from multiple aspects. fireplaces serve as focal points, while streamlined kitchens sit neatly within open-plan living spaces. bedrooms are quietly positioned and finished in a pared-back palette, with thoughtful lighting and good storage.
the location is one of the building’s strongest assets. set between bayswater and paddington, the property is within walking distance of westbourne grove, portobello road, hyde park and paddington station. this connectivity has contributed to the apartments’ strong and consistent appeal as short-stay residences, while the surrounding neighbourhood continues to attract both local and international interest.
