7 bedrooms House in Barnet Lane, Elstree, Borehamwood WD6
A magnificent Grade II listed Arts and Crafts property in an exceptionally private setting, including a six-bedroom character home, two self-contained accommodations and extensive leisure facilities. The Leys is an Arts and Crafts country house designed by the eminent architect George Walton and constructed in 1901. The house is believed to be one of his finest works, with the overall aesthetic and detailing influenced by the Glasgow School; it is a fine example rarely seen in the south of England. The early Edwardian style has been beautifully preserved and there are many fine character features throughout. The interiors retain much of their spatial integrity, with generous proportions, high ceilings and Crittall-style windows creating a feeling of light and space. The vast, double-height galleried hall displays wood panelling, a mostly original staircase and a handsome stone fireplace. Many original touches can be found throughout the earlier part of the home and the 1923 extension, including fireplaces, wall panelling and structural details. The house was the home of the esteemed photographer J. B. B. Wellington until 1939. Though much of the original character of the house remains, the interiors have been extensively renovated to an exceptional standard, offering a high level of finish. As well as the addition of impressive wellness and leisure facilities, the home has been upgraded with the expected comforts of underfloor heating, a full security system with alarm and CCTV, beautiful spa-quality bathrooms and a professional standard kitchen with premium appliances such as a Quooker instant boiling water tap, an AEG teppanyaki grill plate, Sub Zero American-style fridge freezer and a Wolf industrial range cooker. The interiors are beautifully appointed in a style complementary to the age and character of the house, while offering all the desired modern conveniences. The Leys is equipped with an array of wellness facilities to rival a day spa, situated on the lower ground floor of the home. The dominant feature is the beautifully imagined indoor swimming pool, which is inset within a large terrace featuring a seating area with wall-mounted television and an atmospheric gas fireplace; there is also a wet bar and concealed shower. Leading off the pool there are changing facilities and shower rooms, a traditional Finnish sauna and a Cleopatra steam bath. A therapy room provides the option for at-home treatments and massages. Set within a glass-walled room facing onto the pool is a professional-quality home gym. The village of Elstree is a Roman settlement which merges, on its eastern edge, with the larger town of Borehamwood in the county of Hertfordshire. Elstree has a number of day-to-day amenities, with more extensive shopping and leisure facilities to be found in Borehamwood, Harrow and Watford, all of which have stations, superstore shopping and high order services. Elstree offers excellent transport facilities with links to London and the north via Elstree & Borehamwood station, Stanmore station (Jubilee) and the A41, M1 and M25 all located nearby. London Elstree Aerodrome is only 1.2 miles away, London's closest general aviation airfield. Several excellent schools are in the vicinity including Haberdasher's Girls and Boys schools, Aldenham, Edge Grove, Radlett Prep, St Margaret's and North London Collegiate. Sporting and recreational facilities are well supported including Aldenham Country Park and Reservoir, where there is excellent walking, David Lloyd and Village fitness centres.
6 Bedrooms : 2 Shower Rooms : 6 En Suite Bathrooms : 2 En Suite WCs : Separate WC : 4 Guest WCs : 2 Reception Rooms : Kitchen : Kitchen/Breakfast/Family Room : Kitchenette : Study : Library : Gym : Orangery : Games Room : TV Area : Swimming Pool : Therapy Room : 2 Saunas : Changing Room : Bowling Alley : Wine Cellar : Utility Room : Pantry : Laundry/Utility Room : 2 Balconies : Garden : 1 X 1 Bedroom Coach House : 1 X Pool House : Office : Garages : CCTV : Driveway
Guide Price £25,000,000 Subject To Contract
6 bedrooms House in Park Crescent, Elstree, Borehamwood WD6
A magnificent contemporary family residence extending to over 5,600 sq ft, offering exceptional entertaining space, luxurious accommodation and a unique lifestyle in one of Elstree's most prestigious private roads. Beautifully designed for modern family living, this outstanding six-bedroom home seamlessly combines striking contemporary design with versatile accommodation. The spectacular open-plan Poggenpohl kitchen and breakfast room forms the heart of the house, creating a wonderful space for everyday family life as well as entertaining on a grand scale. The ground floor offers an exceptional collection of reception spaces, including a stylish bar, an impressive cinema room and a beautifully appointed home office complete with feature fireplace and bespoke aquarium. One of the homes most remarkable features is the vast games room, created from the former indoor swimming pool. Measuring over 40 feet in length, this incredible space now provides the ultimate entertainment room and home office, flooded with natural light and offering endless possibilities for work, leisure or family enjoyment. The luxurious principal suite occupies the top floor, featuring a generous walk-in wardrobe and elegant en-suite bathroom, creating a peaceful retreat away from the rest of the home. Five further bedrooms, four with en-suite facilities, provide excellent accommodation for family and guests. Outside, the mature rear garden enjoys a high degree of privacy and is complemented by detached outbuildings currently arranged as a gym, children's den and additional storage, offering exceptional flexibility for modern lifestyles. Park Crescent is located within the highly desirable village of Elstree, renowned for its leafy surroundings, excellent amenities and outstanding connectivity. The area offers a wide selection of shops, cafes and places of worship, together with an excellent choice of highly regarded state and independent schools. Elstree & Borehamwood station is within comfortable walking distance, providing fast, direct services into Central London, while the M1, A1(M) and M25 are all easily accessible, making this an ideal location for commuters and families alike.
6 Bedrooms : 3 En Suite Bathrooms : En Suite Shower Room : Guest WC : Reception Room : Kitchen/Dining Room : Breakfast Room : Office : Garden : Garden Gym
£2,450,000 Subject To Contract
4 bedrooms House in Aldenham Road, Elstree, Borehamwood WD6
Extended 4/5-bed period cottage in Aldenham with wraparound gardens, a detached barn, off-street parking and electric gated access. Tucked away in an idyllic semi-rural setting surrounded by Hertfordshire countryside, this exceptional and extended four/five-bedroom period cottage offers a lifestyle that is rarely available. Occupying a wraparound plot with landscaped gardens and a detached period barn, it is a genuinely unique home where character, privacy and versatility combine. The accommodation has been thoughtfully extended to create generous, flexible living space suited to modern family life. The kitchen/breakfast room forms the heart of the home, opening directly onto the rear gardens, while the reception rooms balance character with comfort. Upstairs, four well-proportioned bedrooms are joined by a fifth room currently used as a dressing room to the principal suite, easily reverting to a bedroom if required, along with two bathrooms including an en suite and a separate WC. The defining feature of this home is its exceptional wraparound gardens, beautifully landscaped and offering extensive outdoor space for families, entertaining or simply enjoying the surrounding countryside. Nestled within the grounds is a charming detached period barn, presented in excellent condition and offering outstanding flexibility as a home office, gym, studio or guest suite. Subject to consents, it also offers potential for a self-contained annexe or rental income, or could be reinstated as a double-width garage. Off-street parking sits to the front, with electric gates providing access to further secure parking within the grounds. Positioned on the corner of Aldenham Road and Wards Lane, the property also benefits from extensive unrestricted roadside parking. The property enjoys a delightful rural setting with countryside walks close by, ideal for dog owners, families and anyone seeking a quieter pace of life, with just a short drive to Radlett (2.9 mi) and Elstree (1.8 mi) also within easy reach for everyday amenities and local shops. Families are especially well placed here, with Aldenham School (0.2 mi) and Haberdashers' Boys' and Girls' (0.6 mi) Schools both a short distance from the property, placing access to some of the country's finest independent education firmly within reach. Elstree Aerodrome (1.1 mi) is also close by, adding further character to this distinctive rural setting.
4 Bedrooms : Bathroom : En Suite Shower Room : Guest WC : Reception Room : Kitchen/Breakfast Room : Lounge : Garden : Parking : Barn
£1,295,000 Subject To Contract