From picturesque country villages to luxurious modern developments, our retirement villages in the UK - in and around Bristol and Bath, as well as in North Somerset offer the very best in later living and for those looking to retire in the UK. Our villages are home to a range of stylish apartments designed with your every comfort in mind. Surrounded by natural beauty and set in areas with excellent transport links and easy access to local amenities, our villages combine comfort with convenience. We offer a range of properties for sale, each thoughtfully designed to enhance your lifestyle. With award-winning food, a vibrant social life, exceptional care and support, public transport, connections nearby, and a wealth of impressive facilities to enjoy, retirement doesn’t have to be retiring, our communities are built to offer a high quality of life. Why not browse our currently available retirement properties.
Call us on 0117 919 4257 to book a tour, viewing or just to find out more.
The Chocolate Quarter
Raising the bar
Set in the iconic Fry’s factory buildings in Keynsham, The Chocolate Quarter retirement village offers stunning one and two bedroom accommodation. There’s a pizzeria and bistro, pool, gym, cinema and lots of activities to enjoy every day.
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Relax in the roof top garden
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Entertain grandchildren in the cinema and pizzeria
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Learn a new skill in the craft studios
Millstream
A stunning new development at The Chocolate Quarter in Keynsham.
Millstream will be a 5-storey building, comprising 18 one bedroom apartments and 26 two bedroom apartments at The Chocolate Quarter in Keynsham.
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All apartments will benefit from balconies, complete with glass finished balustrades
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The building will be a distinctive and accessible development designed to enable independent living for older people
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A private residents’ lounge will feature on the ground floor
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Opening in late 2025
Sandford Station
Get out of town
Nestling in the Mendip Hills, Sandford Station retirement village offers countryside retirement living in one, two and three bedroom homes. There’s a heritage railway museum on site, fine dining available in the Pullman Restaurant, outdoor bowling and an indoor pool.
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Relax in the sensory garden and soak up the spectacular views
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Challenge yourself at archery or get creative in a sculpture class
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Explore the countryside along the famous Strawberry Line
Westbury Fields
Anyone for cricket?
With a cricket pitch at its heart and an adjacent croquet lawn, Westbury Fields is a leafy suburban village with lots of on-site amenities. Accommodation comes with one, two or three bedrooms, many with gardens and balconies.
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Explore a wealth of landscapes from Baddock Wood to Blaise Castle Estate
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Take tea in the pavilion and watch the cricket
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Enjoy delicious food in the friendly pub atmosphere of the Cricketers Café
Monica Wills House
Let the city come to you
An urban oasis, Monica Wills House retirement village in Bedminster boasts stunning views from its own roof garden on top of the five storey building. There’s a restaurant, onsite bar and a choice of one and two bedroom apartments.
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Unwind in roof gardens with stunning panoramic views
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Explore the local sights and restaurants
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Meet friends in our on-site bar
Cote Lane
Rich in historic detail
An iconic landmark on Bristol's Durdham Downs, Cote Lane occupies twelve acres of parkland with stylish accommodation in a combination of modern and Grade II listed buildings. There’s an indoor pool, atrium restaurant and a full social calendar to keep you busy all year round.
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Follow meandering paths through elegantly landscaped gardens
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The busy high streets of Henleaze and Westbury-on-Trym are just a stone’s throw away
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Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the magnificent St Augustine’s Chapel
How our retirement villages work
A comprehensive guide for planning your retirement move.
A comprehensive guide to how our retirement villages work, including fees, how to purchase, village tours, and frequently asked questions (FAQs).
Local Authority Housing
To find out more about North Somerset Council’s eligibility criteria for Sandford Station retirement village, please contact Care Connect on 01934 888 801. For more information about Bristol City Council’s eligibility criteria for our Bristol retirement villages, please contact Care Direct on 0117 922 2700.
Comparison of St Monica Trust retirement villages
Cote Lane retirement village
Location
Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol
Key features
Historic estate, tranquil park-like setting
Living options
Apartments with varying levels of care
Facilities and amenities
Café, gardens, lounge, pool, gym, activities, and health services
Monica Wills House retirement village
Location
Bedminster, Bristol
Key features
Stylish apartments, urban setting with rooftop gardens
Living options
Apartments with varying levels of care
Facilities and amenities
Café, rooftop garden, lounges, garden spaces, activities, and health services
Sandford Station retirement village
Location
Sandford, Winscombe, North Somerset
Key features
Countryside village with a peaceful and rural atmosphere
Living options
Apartments with varying levels of care
Facilities and amenities
Café, garden, pool, bowling green, activities, and health services
The Chocolate Quarter retirement village
Location
Keynsham
Key features
Contemporary setting with a focus on wellness and community
Living options
Apartments with varying levels of care
Facilities and amenities
Café, restaurant, gym, pool, sauna, roof garden, GP, activities and health services
Westbury Fields retirement village
Location
Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol
Key features
Peaceful residential setting with excellent local amenities
Living options
Apartments with varying levels of care
Facilities and amenities
Café, lounges, garden areas, activities and health services