We have been basking in soaring temperatures since the beginning of June, and as we continue to enjoy of one Britain’s hottest summers on records, many of us are thinking of ways to cool down, so what could be better than a home with a pool?

Adding a whole new level to luxury living, Hadley Wood’s most exclusive development, The Residence, in sought after Camlet Way, has private heated pools to some homes that can be enjoyed all year round. Built by leading award winning Hertfordshire Developers, Heronslea Group, this spectacular development features just nine individually designed, notable apartments.

Nick Staton of selling agents Statons comments: “Due to the incredible weather we are having this summer, we’ve had a surge of buyers wanting homes swimming pools. As well as the heatwave, this also due to the luxury market changing – swimming pools are becoming the new ‘must have’. While swimming pools are often found prime houses, it is very usual for a development to feature apartments with private pools like The Residence in Hadley Wood, which is perfect for those wanting lateral living but with the added luxury of a private pool.”

Tucked away on Hadley Wood’s premier road, Camlet Way, on the edge of Hadley Common, the development sits in an enviable position adjacent to ten acres of ancient woodland. Each individually styled home offers breathtaking views and seclusion from the hustle and bustle of London life, while offering easy access into Central London.

Set in gated grounds a sweeping driveway leads down to the development, which was once a large manor house. This beautiful development with first class security now features landscaped gardens and terraces, floodlit lighting and intricate stonework.

The lobby showcases a magnificent hand crafted chandelier and benefits from hotel style concierge. The spilt level basement car park provides two parking spaces per apartment, with eight additional visitor spaces, a storeroom per apartment and state of the art gym with the latest equipment and floor to ceiling mirrors. A lift serves every floor from the car park.

Internally apartments are situated across the ground, first and second floors. All featuring three bedrooms, each home is distinctive with every detail carefully thought through. Two of the ground floor apartments boast outdoor heated pools whilst the penthouse offers virtually 360 degree views overlooking countryside from the private roof terrace complete with its own Jacuzzi.

Bespoke fixtures and fittings have been handpicked by Heronslea’s interior design team to ensure every element feels exclusive. From custom-built floors to luxurious wall coverings, stunning kitchens and gorgeous bathrooms – only the finest design and materials has been selected.

Loved by its residents Hadley Wood is highly sought-after area surrounded by parks and greenbelt, offering excellent transport links and amenities. Hadley Common and Trent Park and its 400 acres of parkland close by, so is Hadley Wood Village with its shops, restaurants, pubs and boutiques. Other nearby leisure facilities include the Alister Mackenzie designed course at Hadley Wood Golf Club and Hadley Wood Tennis Club.  

High Barnet Station is less than ten minutes walk away, providing direct access into Moorgate in just 38 minutes. By road The Residence is a short distance from the A1 and the M1 along with junction 24 off the M25. Internationally Heathrow and Luton Airport are just 25 miles away. Prices start from £1.595m for further information please contact the selling agents Statons on 0208 441 9555 or visit www.heronslea.net.