5 bed detached house for sale

Howards Wood Drive, Gerrards Cross SL9

An Exceptional Newly Refurbished Family Residence - Completion Q4 2026

Set within one of Gerrards Cross’s most sought-after private residential settings, this outstanding family home is currently undergoing a comprehensive, design-led refurbishment and will be delivered to an exceptional turnkey standard, with anticipated completion in Q4 2026.

Arranged over three thoughtfully designed floors, the property combines elegant proportions with cutting-edge technology and a carefully curated specification, creating a sophisticated contemporary home ideally suited to modern family living.

The accommodation will open into a spacious and welcoming entrance hallway, establishing an immediate sense of space and quality. At the heart of the home will be a stunning open-plan kitchen, family and entertaining space, designed as the principal hub of the house, offering generous areas for dining, relaxation and social living.

The bespoke Devol kitchen will feature integrated Siemens and Miele appliances, a Quooker instant hot water tap, and elegant stone and quartz worktops, blending timeless craftsmanship with modern performance. Complementary living accommodation will include a separate formal living room, dining room and private study, providing flexible spaces for both entertaining and working from home. A well-appointed utility room will offer additional practicality together with internal access to the integrated double garage.

Across the upper floors, the property will provide five generous ensuite bedrooms, each designed to offer privacy and comfort, alongside a versatile bonus room ideal as a media room, gym, playroom or additional guest accommodation.

Bathrooms will be finished to an exceptional standard, incorporating premium sanitary ware from Lusso Stone and Burlington, complemented by carefully selected tiling from Mandarin Stone, creating refined, spa-inspired interiors.

The refurbishment places significant emphasis on comfort, efficiency and intelligent living. The home will benefit from underfloor heating, integrated air conditioning, and high-performance double-glazed sash windows, ensuring year-round comfort while maintaining architectural character. Technology and security are seamlessly integrated through a Control4 smart lighting system and Banham security installation, delivering both convenience and peace of mind.

Externally, the property will enjoy a large private garden ideal for family life and entertaining, together with a beautifully finished limestone patio designed for outdoor dining and seamless indoor-outdoor living.

Combining contemporary luxury with generous proportions, this is a superbly specified family home designed for modern lifestyles.

*Please note that the external images are CGI (computer generated images) and the internal photos are from a previous development by the developer.

Local Information

Gerrards Cross is highly regarded amongst families and commuters alike, offering excellent schooling, everyday amenities and access to the beautiful surrounding countryside of The Chilterns.

Communication links are exceptional, with the Chiltern Railways mainline service providing direct connections to London Marylebone from approximately 20 minutes, as well as routes to Birmingham. The nearby M40 and M25 provide convenient access to central London, Heathrow and Gatwick airports, and the wider national motorway network.

The town offers comprehensive facilities including an Everyman cinema, supermarkets, library and an excellent selection of cafés and restaurants.

Leisure opportunities are abundant, with nearby tennis and cricket clubs, a number of highly regarded golf courses including Gerrards Cross Golf Club and The Buckinghamshire, together with polo and horse racing at Ascot and Windsor. Rowing is available at nearby Henley-on-Thames and Marlow.

Buckinghamshire is renowned for its exceptional choice of schooling, both state and independent. Highly regarded local independent schools include Thorpe House, Davenies and Caldicott for boys, and Maltman’s Green, St Mary’s, St George’s Ascot, Godstowe, High March and Wycombe Abbey for girls, alongside Gayhurst (co-educational). Eton and Harrow are also within easy reach.

The county remains one of the few to retain the traditional grammar school system, with Beaconsfield High School for girls, Dr Challoner’s Grammar School in Amersham and Dr Challoner’s High School in Little Chalfont among the closest options.

EPC Rating: D

Location

Gerrards Cross is highly regarded amongst families and commuters alike, offering excellent schooling, everyday amenities and access to the beautiful surrounding countryside of The Chilterns.

Communication links are exceptional, with the Chiltern Railways mainline service providing direct connections to London Marylebone from approximately 20 minutes, as well as routes to Birmingham. The nearby M40 and M25 provide convenient access to central London, Heathrow and Gatwick airports, and the wider national motorway network.

The town offers comprehensive facilities including an Everyman cinema, supermarkets, library and an excellent selection of cafés and restaurants.

Leisure opportunities are abundant, with nearby tennis and cricket clubs, a number of highly regarded golf courses including Gerrards Cross Golf Club and The Buckinghamshire, together with polo and horse racing at Ascot and Windsor. Rowing is available at nearby Henley-on-Thames and Marlow.

Buckinghamshire is renowned for its exceptional choice of schooling, both state and independent. Highly regarded local independent schools include Thorpe House, Davenies and Caldicott for boys, and Maltman’s Green, St Mary’s, St George’s Ascot, Godstowe, High March and Wycombe Abbey for girls, alongside Gayhurst (co-educational). Eton and Harrow are also within easy reach.

The county remains one of the few to retain the traditional grammar school system, with Beaconsfield High School for girls, Dr Challoner’s Grammar School in Amersham and Dr Challoner’s High School in Little Chalfont among the closest options.