Watling Street, Elstree, Hertfordshire, WD6
- Land size
- 55 acres
- Bedrooms
- 11
- Bathrooms
- 9
Description
Stepping inside Aldenham Wood Lodge, the exceptional quality of the home becomes immediately apparent. Every interior has been carefully designed to combine striking contemporary architecture with timeless finishes, resulting in a home that is both luxurious and inviting. Grand yet comfortable, each space has been created to offer effortless day-to-day living whilst also providing an impressive setting for entertaining on any scale.
The impressive reception hall provides a memorable introduction to the property, leading through to a collection of beautifully arranged reception rooms that cater equally well to formal occasions and relaxed family life. Floor-to-ceiling glazing floods the interiors with natural light and creates a seamless connection between the house and its magnificent surrounding landscape, allowing the gardens and woodland to become an integral part of the living experience.
At the heart of the home is a remarkable open-plan kitchen, dining and family room, designed as the main social hub of the property. Complementing this space is a fully equipped secondary kitchen, ideal for catering, entertaining and larger gatherings. A selection of elegant reception rooms, sophisticated formal dining areas and comfortable lounges ensure the home is perfectly suited to everything from intimate evenings with family to hosting substantial events.
The lifestyle facilities are equally impressive, offering an exceptional level of luxury rarely found in a private residence. Residents can enjoy a private cinema, games room, wine and cigar room, a spacious gymnasium, together with an outstanding wellness suite featuring a sauna, steam room and dedicated treatment rooms, creating an environment comparable to an exclusive private retreat.
Occupying its own private wing, the principal suite provides a luxurious sanctuary complete with generous dressing accommodation and an exquisitely finished en-suite bathroom. Four additional bedroom suites within the main residence have each been individually designed with their own stylish en-suite facilities, offering comfortable and private accommodation for family members and guests alike. Large windows frame picturesque views across the grounds, while high-quality materials and carefully selected finishes continue the refined character found throughout the property. Separate ancillary accommodation also allows the estate to operate effortlessly for household staff or security personnel.
Extending across approximately 55 acres, the grounds are every bit as remarkable as the residence itself. Beautifully maintained formal gardens transition naturally into areas of mature woodland, open parkland, orchards and productive kitchen gardens, creating an exceptional sense of privacy and tranquillity. Outdoor entertaining has been thoughtfully incorporated with extensive terraces, a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, swimming pool and tennis court, while carefully positioned sculptures and works of art add interest and elegance throughout the landscape. Two private helipads, extensive garaging and a range of additional outbuildings further enhance the practicality and versatility of this outstanding country estate.
Nestled discreetly within the grounds is an elegant three-bedroom lodge, offering beautifully presented secondary accommodation that complements the principal residence. Surrounded by established woodland and landscaped gardens, it enjoys complete privacy whilst remaining fully integrated within the estate. Ideal for visiting guests, extended family, live-in staff or private security, the lodge mirrors the same exceptional standard of design, comfort and finish found throughout Aldenham Wood Lodge.
Although wonderfully secluded, the estate enjoys excellent transport connections. Elstree & Borehamwood Station offers fast Thameslink services into central London, while the M25, A1(M), M1 and the Jubilee Line are all within easy reach. Heathrow Airport is approximately a 40-minute drive, making both domestic and international travel highly convenient.
Aldenham Wood Lodge presents an exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire one of Hertfordshire's most distinguished private estates. Combining outstanding architecture, luxurious accommodation and first-class leisure facilities with complete privacy and superb access to London, it offers an unrivalled lifestyle in one of the South East's most desirable countryside settings.
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Property details
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- Council Tax Band
- H
- Date Posted
- 2026-07-31
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 4 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (50+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
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Utilities & Restrictions
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Property Features
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
50 Mbps
Superfast · available to 20% of premises
Suitable for
- HD streaming
- Video calls
- Web & social
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
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Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Meryfield Primary School0.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 450
- Type
- Academy converter
- Hertsmere Jewish Primary School0.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 422
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Jewish
- Parkside Community Primary School1.3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 213
- Type
- Foundation school
- Cowley Hill School1.4 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 416
- Type
- Community school
- St Teresa Catholic Primary School1.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 196
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Catholic
Secondary
- Yavneh College1.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,085
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Jewish
- Hertswood Academy1.7 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,144
- Type
- Academy converter
- Elstree Screen Arts Academy1.8 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
- Ages
- 14 to 19
- Pupils
- 524
- Type
- University technical college
- Bushey Meads School2.1 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,200
- Type
- Academy converter
- London Academy2.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 19
- Pupils
- 1,749
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
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Getting Around
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Typical drive times
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Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
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- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
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- Ground risks (included in the full report)
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