Our Cassio Road apartments put you within easy reach of Watford's best parks, restaurants, shops, and entertainment — with London just 18 minutes away by train. Here's everything you need to know before you arrive.
Watford is ringed by parkland, woodland and canal paths — ideal for morning runs, family walks, or simply unwinding between commitments.
Cassio Road, Watford · 5 min walk
One of the largest urban parks in the Home Counties — 190 acres of meadow, woodland and the River Gade. Home to a paddling pool, skate park, café, and the Cha Cha Chai hut. Perfect for morning runs, family picnics and clearing your head between meetings. The Mini Golf and Aqua Park are popular with leisure guests in summer.
Watford WD18 · 10 min drive
Ancient bluebell woodland managed by the Woodland Trust. Peaceful, well-maintained trails through old-growth forest — a proper escape from the town. Bluebells in April and May are spectacular.
Nascot Wood Road, Watford · 15 min walk
A beautifully maintained Victorian walled garden with a rock garden, woodland areas, and formal borders. Free to enter and underused by visitors — a quiet local gem worth knowing about.
Rickmansworth · 15 min drive
The Grand Union Canal at Batchworth Lock is ideal for canalside walks and cycling. Rickmansworth town centre and the Aquadrome nature reserve are right alongside — a favourite weekend outing.
From a major shopping centre to independent high-street boutiques and a traditional market, Watford covers all bases.
High Street, Watford · 15 min walk · 5 min by cab
Watford's principal shopping destination — over 140 stores across two levels including John Lewis, M&S, H&M, Next and a wide range of restaurants and cafés. The intu Leisure extension adds a cinema and restaurant quarter. Open 7 days a week; easy to reach on foot or by local bus.
Market Street, Watford · 15 min walk
A traditional covered market operating Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. Fresh produce, street food, flowers and independent traders. Good for picking up local ingredients or a quick, affordable lunch.
High Street, Watford · 15 min walk
A lively pedestrianised high street with independent cafés, coffee shops, pharmacies and everyday essentials. Everything a longer-stay guest needs without driving or taking a cab.
White City, London · ~30 min by rail
Europe's largest urban shopping centre — accessible from Watford Junction via Overground to Shepherd's Bush. Worth the trip for luxury retail, designer brands and a vast food hall.
Watford's dining scene has grown considerably — you'll find everything from authentic Indian and Mediterranean to steakhouses, Japanese and British classics.
From world-famous film studios to local theatres and a respected museum, there's more to Watford than most guests expect.
Leavesden, Watford · 20 min drive · shuttle from Watford Junction
The Making of Harry Potter — one of the UK's most visited paid attractions. Walk through original sets, handle real props, and explore the behind-the-scenes magic of the film series. A shuttle bus runs directly from Watford Junction station. Book tickets well in advance; weekends sell out months ahead.
Clarendon Road, Watford · 15 min walk
A 600-seat producing theatre presenting touring shows, family pantomimes, dance performances and film screenings. The programme is consistently strong — check listings before your stay for something worth booking.
Town Hall, Watford · 10 min drive
A grand Victorian concert hall renowned for its extraordinary acoustics — used by the BBC Symphony Orchestra and many major film score recordings. Classical, jazz and popular concerts year-round.
Local Board Road, Watford · 15 min walk
A converted Victorian pumping station staging local musical theatre, ballet, comedy and art exhibitions. A genuinely charming building and a supporter of regional arts — well worth a visit.
Market Street, Watford · 15 min walk · Free entry
Free local history museum in a Georgian mansion charting Watford's evolution from market town to metropolitan hub. Interesting for those doing longer stays or working locally — and always free to enter.
Atria Watford · 15 min walk
A 12-screen multiplex inside Atria Watford showing all major new releases. Comfortable seats, reliable programming, and easy to pair with dinner at the attached restaurant quarter.
Whether you're maintaining a fitness routine or looking for a weekend activity, Watford and the surrounding area are well served.
Home ground of Watford Football Club, 15 minutes on foot from Cassio Road. When the Hornets are playing, match days bring good atmosphere to the area without disrupting the residential quiet of our street. Check fixture lists before you book if you'd like to catch a game.
Award-winning five-star resort 10 minutes by car. World-class spa, championship golf, and a hotel restaurant worth booking for special occasions or client entertainment. Day spa passes are available without an overnight stay.
Full-facility gym and health club in central Watford, 12 minutes on foot. Day passes available for guests needing to maintain a training routine during a longer stay.
Beyond the park itself: Aqua Park (seasonal open-water swimming and inflatables), Mini Golf, mountain bike trails, and the River Gade paddling area. A genuinely good activity park for families or groups visiting on leisure stays.
15 minutes by car. A large nature reserve with two lakes, walking and cycling routes, sailing and windsurfing facilities. Popular with locals at weekends and genuinely lovely in all seasons.
The Ebury Way is a traffic-free cycle and walking path running from Watford to Rickmansworth along a former railway line — 5 km of car-free route through green belt. Bikes can be hired locally.
Watford's position on the West Coast Main Line and near the M25 makes it a superb base for exploring a wide radius.
Direct to Euston from Watford Junction. The City, West End, South Bank and all major museums are within easy reach for a full day out.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour in Leavesden. Shuttle from Watford Junction. Book tickets months in advance for weekends.
Quick M25 / M1 connection. Good for business guests flying in or out, or for collecting colleagues.
One of England's most beautiful cathedral cities. Roman ruins, a thriving independent restaurant scene, and a cathedral worth visiting.
A magnificent Jacobean country house with state rooms, gardens and a park. A proper English heritage day out.
Via M1 — useful for budget European flights when combined with a Modernview stay before an early morning departure.
Browse Deluxe F14, Luxury F8 and Supreme F4 at 87 Cassio Road. All include free Wi-Fi, linen, towels, full kitchens and easy access to central Watford.