NEW HOMES
NEW HOMES IN WATFORD OFFER BEST OF BOTH WORLDS FOR FTBS For those looking to step on to the property ladder in a well-connected location near London, while also enjoying access to the countryside, Regal London’s development The Clarendon is the perfect choice. Located in the popular town of Watford,The Clarendon’s collection of studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments will be ready to move into later this year, with prices starting from £300,000
WATFORD – A HIGHLY SOUGHT-AFTER LOCATION Having been crowned the top location to live and work in the UK in Lambert Smith Hampton’s 2024 UK Vitality Index¹, it is no wonder Watford is proving a popular choice for first time buyers. And with its close proximity to London, town centre amenities, surrounding countryside, employment opportunities, and a recent £1.5bn investment into the town, it is only continuing to grow in popularity as a destination to settle down. Located in a prime position on Clarendon Road, moments from Watford’s high street and railway station – which offers direct trains to London Euston in 15 minutes – residents are able to enjoy the town’s growing social scene, retail offering and green open space on their doorstep.
PERFECTLY PLACED HOMES For those seeking a break from the city buzz, Watford boasts numerous green spaces within walking distance from The Clarendon. The county’s wider offerings are also plentiful, with Hertfordshire’s rich history boasting more than 300 listed buildings, eight Michelin-rated restaurants, golf courses, Cassiobury Park and the Chiltern Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – offering all-year round activities and catering to all interests. Beyond being home to Championship football club Watford FC, Watford has also attracted large companies to the area, including PwC and KPMG.The head offices of TK Maxx and Ralph Lauren UK are also nearby, while Epson UK and National Lottery Operator, Allwyn, will be calling The Clarendon Works – 140,000 sq ft of Grade A office space located on the same site as The Clarendon – home in the coming months, bringing fantastic employment opportunities to the area and further making The Clarendon an attractive choice for young professionals and first time buyers looking to purchase their first home and settle down.
Watford is renowned for its proximity to world-class education, thanks to its location in the heart of the Golden Triangle. Centred between Oxford, Cambridge and London, residents are within easy access to some of the finest universities in the world, including the University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, London School of Economics, University College London, King’s College London, in addition to the nearby high- performing primary and secondary schools. While just moments from Watford Junction station,Watford Underground (Metropolitan Line) and Watford High Street Overground stations are also just a short walk away, meaning residents are well positioned to access the whole of London. By road, the M1 and M25 motorway routes are minutes away, offering easy and fast links further into the British countryside, while for those looking to travel abroad, Heathrow airport is just a 25-minute drive away.
LANDMARK LIVING AT THE CLARENDON
Designed by Fraser Brown Mackenna Architects, The Clarendon is a striking 25-storey building comprising 168 private homes. The first of their kind in the area, the apartments feature a video entry smart panel, with engineered oak flooring throughout the hallway, living and dining areas and high-quality fitted carpet in the bedrooms. Kitchens are contemporary in style, featuring quartz stone worktops and fully integrated Smeg appliances, while principal bedrooms include fitted wardrobes, designed to perfectly complement luxury living. Adding to the appeal, residents also have access to an impressive range of private residents’ facilities including two sky gardens on the 7th and 25th floors, a state- of-the-art gymnasium, cinema, as well as a cafe and 24-hour concierge service.These facilities, reminiscent of a five-star hotel, are unlike anything else on the Watford market.
Prices start from £300,000 for a studio apartment. For further information, visit theclarendonwatford.co.uk
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