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Cortland Cassiobury, WD18

By Cortland

Award winner 2025

4.39

4.39

(86 reviews)

Welcome to Cortland Cassiobury, a sophisticated development nestled near award-winning parks and gardens, ideally positioned for commuters with easy access to London, Watford station, and a few minutes’ drive from the A41 and M25. Our range of apartments, from studios to penthouses feature thoughtful designs and high-quality finishes tailored for modern living. Residents benefit from balconies, views, regular events, superb amenities, including a fitness centre, business lounge, and club lounge, dining suites, cinema room, along with landscaped gardens with BBQ areas, play area, and a dog park. Choose Cortland Cassiobury for a blend of convenience and contemporary living.
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Ranked 1st out of 22 in Hertfordshire

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Forge, SG1

By Cortland

4.37

4.37

(25 reviews)

Forge Yards and Exchange is part of an imaginative, collaborative development. Boasting 110 new homes to rent in Stevenage, this property is inspired by the future. This collection of contemporary studio and 1-bed apartments provides that perfect setting for urban living. Fitted with high-spec interiors contrasted against the exterior 1960s architecture, Forge is a place you’ll want to live, work, shop, play and build new relationships.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 22 in Hertfordshire

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Welcombe House, AL5

By Fairview New Homes

4.83

4.83

(8 reviews)

Welcombe House hosts a range of two and three-bedroom homes with views over Harpenden Common. Harpenden station is just a seven-minute walk from Welcome House and provides links to London. There are regular direct services to Kings Cross and St Pancras International stations, which take just 26 minutes. Additionally, Luton Airport is only a 23-minute train journey away.
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Ranked 3rd out of 22 in Hertfordshire

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The Quarters Watford, WD17

By The Quarters by Bravo

Award winner 2024

4.76

4.76

(111 reviews)

£1,050-£1,500 pcm

Studios

Short term lets situated in the heart of Watford’s central business district, a short walk from Watford Junction station. The Quarters Watford provides an ideal base for residents relying on a convenient, connected location. Euston is also accessible in as little as 14-minutes. There are 100 high-specification studios, which feature high-speed wireless internet access, a television, a kitchenette, laundry facilities as well as, easy parking.
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Ranked 4th out of 22 in Hertfordshire

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Kooky Bishop's Stortford, CM23

By Kooky

Award winner 2024

4.42

4.42

(22 reviews)

Kooky Bishop’s Stortford is a collection of brand-new boutique apartments. Located next to Bishop’s Stortford station, this development is only a 40-minute journey to Central London. They apartments are fully furnished with balconies or terraces, are pet friendly and have private parking available.
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Ranked 5th out of 22 in Hertfordshire

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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.

Yan (Tenant)

Unverified

Cortland Cassiobury, WD18

Dec 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

3
3
This is rated 3.00 out of 5.00.
3

Overall I am satisfied with the design and building management

Yan (Tenant)

Unverified

Cortland Cassiobury, WD18

Dec 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

There are not a lot of local restaurants and shops nearby, but it is close to Cassiobury park which is very nice for a walk. The traffic noise is minimal, and there are open spaces.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management is great and whenever I report issues people come to repair it immediately.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

The location of the development is not near city centre so I need to go to most places by car.

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shaaz (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Cortland Cassiobury, WD18

Dec 2025

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4

Experience at Cortland

shaaz (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Cortland Cassiobury, WD18

Dec 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The apartment is in a convenient location, especially with the school, Morrisons supermarket, and a nearby car park, which all make daily life easier for tenants. Although the property doesn’t provide dedicated parking for 1 BHK units, having Morrisons car park close by helps reduce the inconvenience. The mall is also within walking distance, adding to the overall accessibility and comfort. Despite the parking limitation, the area’s amenities make the apartment a practical choice for anyone looking for a well-connected and comfortable place to live and enjoy the convenience of everything being close at hand in this vibrant neighbourhood too.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

They have responded immediately to any repairs and maintenance thats a plus point on this property

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I didnt this building is more pet friendly as i was looking for a more kid friendly envelope but it also is.also the new building is acer point which had direct acces to amenities whereas oyher buildings dont,which we were not aware when we moved in


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Matt H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Cortland Cassiobury, WD18

Dec 2025

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5
5
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5

High-End Amenities, Friendly Community

Matt H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Cortland Cassiobury, WD18

Dec 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Amazing location. Easy school runs, Morrisons 1 min walk, and excellent bike/bus/train links to London.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The maintenance team has been quick, responsive, and incredibly efficient whenever any issue has been raised.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I wish I had learned the modern thermostat's smart settings sooner. It could have optimized heating and saved me money


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Hakam Valliani (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Cortland Cassiobury, WD18

Nov 2025

4
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4

All good

Hakam Valliani (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Cortland Cassiobury, WD18

Nov 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

It’s nice n the management is what’s it’s all about they care n take time out the reception is good n somis the maintenance

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

With speed they don’t waste time people are well Trained

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I hv lived all Over the world recently in Dubai n this management is top class


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Emma (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Forster Park, SG1

Nov 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
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5

Great all round!

Emma (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Forster Park, SG1

Nov 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Great location, close enough to everything but also a perfect community developing . Local Tesco due to open great to have on the doorstep. Buses running through now. Walking distance to bigger supermarkets.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Natalie is amazing! Responds in a timely manner and nothing is ever too much trouble.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Been shown how to use heating system and alarm system as is quite complicated.


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