The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary
The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary

The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary

A nature-led apartment collection by Sobha Realty in Al Yufrah, Dubai — six distinct addresses within one restorative master community.

WHERE WELLNESS SHAPES EVERYDAY LIVING

The Woods is a woodland apartment enclave within Sobha Sanctuary where architecture, landscape, and wellbeing meet. Set on a coveted position framed by parkland and green links, it is designed as a nature-led retreat.

Stepped towers, garden courts, and water features flow into green surroundings; shaded walkways and wellness spaces shape a lifestyle of openness and ease. Each release — from the published Retreat, Serenity, and Abode addresses to upcoming Altura, Elysian, and Horizon — shares this philosophy: home rooted in green, open to light, shaped by the woods.

A family walking together along a tree-lined pathway at golden hour within The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary

The Woods — Reported Building Profile

Industry and brokerage sources describe The Woods as comprising six residential buildings of approximately 15 storeys each, with roughly 180 apartment units across the collection and ceiling heights of around 3.2 metres. These figures have not been independently confirmed by Sobha Realty and may change as official materials are published.

Residential buildings
6 (reported)
Approx. storeys
~15 per building
Total apartment units
~180 (reported)
Ceiling heights
~3.2 metres (reported)

Masterplans

Explore The Woods apartment collection within the broader Sobha Sanctuary master community — from the building layout to the full Dubailand vision.

The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary — Site Plan

Architectural site plan for The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary, showing building layout, swimming pools, and extensive green landscaping in Al Yufrah, Dubai

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Sobha Sanctuary — Illustrative Masterplan

Sobha Sanctuary illustrative masterplan in Dubailand showing villa clusters, apartment districts, green corridors, and main access points

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Sobha Sanctuary Master Community

Sobha Sanctuary is a ~37.5 million sq.ft master development by Sobha Realty, unveiled in January 2026, marking the developer's 50th anniversary. The Dh50 billion masterplan vision spans Al Yufrah 1, Dubailand, off Al Ain Road.

Planned for ~20,000 homes (~18,000 apartments, ~2,000 villas) accommodating approximately ~20,000 families, the community is designed around a 6 km crystal lagoon, an 800,000 sq.ft central park, and extensive outdoor networks including a 9 km wellness loop, 20 km cycling tracks, and a 5 km leisure loop.

Official Sanctuary materials cite ~50,000+ trees planted and ~50% open and green space across the masterplan, with Sobha Sanctuary Mall serving as the community retail hub alongside a wellness centre, hospital, and two international schools.

The Woods apartment collection sits within this broader masterplan, alongside villa enclaves including The Willows at Sobha Sanctuary, The Grove at Sobha Sanctuary, The Greens at Sobha Sanctuary, and The Brooks at Sobha Sanctuary. Nearby Dubailand developments from Sobha include Sobha Reserve and Sobha Elwood. Explore Sobha Sanctuary.

Developer
Sobha Realty
Location
Al Yufrah 1, Dubailand, off Al Ain Road
Scale
~37.5 million sq.ft
Central park
800,000 sq.ft central park
Crystal lagoon
6 km crystal lagoon
Green space
~50% open and green space
Trees planted
~50,000+ trees planted
Phase 1 homes
~400 homes across Willows, Grove, Greens, Brooks, and The Woods
Community mall
Sobha Sanctuary Mall

Vibrant Living, Closer to Convenience

  • Dubai Rugby Sevens

    5 MINUTES

  • Dubai Outlet Mall

    8 MINUTES

  • Downtown Dubai

    30 MINUTES

  • Dubai International Airport

    35 MINUTES

  • Al Maktoum International Airport

    30 MINUTES

Living, Rooted in Nature

  • Pool deck

  • Yoga Zone & Meditation Deck

  • Serenity Garden

  • Outdoor Fitness Zones

  • Co-working space

  • Nature-themed kids play area

  • Reflexology path

  • Submerged seaters

  • Sun lounger

  • Nursery

  • Seating Nooks

  • Library

Payment Plan

Industry sources report a 20/40/40 payment structure for The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary: 20% on booking, 40% during construction, and 40% on completion. This has not been independently confirmed by Sobha Realty — contact us for the current verified structure.

20%
40%
40%
  • On booking20%
  • During construction40%
  • Upon Handover40%

Instalment schedules can vary by release and inventory. Always confirm the latest payment terms with Sobha Realty or an authorized sales representative before reserving a unit.

Handover Timeline

As reported by industry sources and brokerage materials, handover timelines within Sobha Sanctuary differ by product type. These dates have not been independently confirmed by Sobha Realty — contact us or an authorized sales representative for verified schedules.

Villa enclaves (The Willows, The Grove, The Greens, The Brooks)
Q3 2029 (August 2029, as reported)
The Woods apartments (Retreat, Serenity, Abode)
December 2029 (as reported)

The Woods Collection

Six residential releases within The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary — published starting prices for Retreat, Serenity, and Abode, plus upcoming Altura, Elysian, and Horizon addresses within the same wellness-led collection.

The Woods Retreat at Sobha Sanctuary
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The Woods Retreat at Sobha Sanctuary

The inaugural release within The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary — a nature-led apartment enclave shaped around wellness, openness, and restorative living.

Starting from
AED 999,000
Unit types
1 and 2-bedroom apartments
Configurations
3 layouts
Explore The Woods Retreat
The Woods Serenity at Sobha Sanctuary
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The Woods Serenity at Sobha Sanctuary

The second residential release within The Woods, positioned on one of the masterplan's most sought-after plots with parkland framing both the front and rear elevations.

Starting from
AED 1.04 million
Unit types
1 and 2-bedroom apartments
Configurations
4 layouts
Explore The Woods Serenity
The Woods Abode at Sobha Sanctuary
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The Woods Abode at Sobha Sanctuary

A residential address within The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary, set among landscaped corridors, expansive parks, neighbouring villa communities, and close to a key educational institution.

Starting from
AED 1.00 million
Unit types
1 and 2-bedroom apartments
Configurations
4 layouts
Explore The Woods Abode
The Woods Altura at Sobha Sanctuary

The Woods Altura at Sobha Sanctuary

Upcoming

The Woods Altura at Sobha Sanctuary

An upcoming residential release within The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary — a nature-led apartment address shaped around wellness, openness, and restorative living in Al Yufrah, Dubailand.

Starting from
Not published
Unit types
1 and 2-bedroom apartments
Configurations
Not published
Explore The Woods Altura
The Woods Elysian at Sobha Sanctuary

The Woods Elysian at Sobha Sanctuary

Upcoming

The Woods Elysian at Sobha Sanctuary

An upcoming residential release within The Woods — a nature-led apartment enclave designed around parkland, green corridors, and everyday ease within Sobha Sanctuary, Al Yufrah.

Starting from
Not published
Unit types
1 and 2-bedroom apartments
Configurations
Not published
Explore The Woods Elysian
The Woods Horizon at Sobha Sanctuary

The Woods Horizon at Sobha Sanctuary

Upcoming

The Woods Horizon at Sobha Sanctuary

An upcoming residential release within The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary — a woodland apartment address framed by expansive views and the master community's green network in Al Yufrah, Dubai.

Starting from
Not published
Unit types
1 and 2-bedroom apartments
Configurations
Not published
Explore The Woods Horizon

Compare The Woods

Side-by-side comparison of starting prices, unit sizes, and layout configurations across all six releases.

Full Comparison
FeatureThe Woods Retreat at Sobha SanctuaryThe Woods Serenity at Sobha SanctuaryThe Woods Abode at Sobha SanctuaryThe Woods Altura at Sobha SanctuaryThe Woods Elysian at Sobha SanctuaryThe Woods Horizon at Sobha Sanctuary
Starting priceAED 999,000AED 1.04 millionAED 1.00 millionNot publishedNot publishedNot published
Property type1 and 2-bedroom apartments1 and 2-bedroom apartments1 and 2-bedroom apartments1 and 2-bedroom apartments1 and 2-bedroom apartments1 and 2-bedroom apartments
Bedroom range1 BR, 2 BR1 BR, 2 BR1 BR, 2 BRNot publishedNot publishedNot published
Total size range546.05 – 964.55 sq.ft546.7 – 963.8 sq.ft546.38 – 963.69 sq.ftNot publishedNot publishedNot published
Unit configurations3 types4 types4 typesNot publishedNot publishedNot published
Payment plan (reported)20/40/4020/40/4020/40/40Not publishedNot publishedNot published
Handover (reported)December 2029December 2029December 2029Not publishedNot publishedNot published
Layouts
  • 1 Bedroom Type A: 546.05 sq.ft
  • 2 Bedroom Type A: 964.55 sq.ft
  • 2 Bedroom Type B: 864.13 sq.ft
  • 1 Bedroom Type A: 546.70 sq.ft
  • 2 Bedroom Type A: 963.80 sq.ft
  • 2 Bedroom Type B: 863.59 sq.ft
  • 2 Bedroom Type C: 888.56 sq.ft
  • 1 Bedroom Type A: 546.38 sq.ft
  • 1 Bedroom Type B: 590.51–590.72 sq.ft
  • 2 Bedroom Type A: 963.69 sq.ft
  • 2 Bedroom Type D: 826.56–826.67 sq.ft
Not publishedNot publishedNot published

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary?
The Woods is a nature-led apartment collection within Sobha Sanctuary in Al Yufrah, Dubailand. It groups multiple residential releases — including Retreat, Serenity, and Abode — around wellness amenities, landscaped corridors, and woodland-inspired architecture.
Where is The Woods located in Dubai?
The Woods sits within Sobha Sanctuary in Al Yufrah 1, Dubailand, off Al Ain Road. The master community is in the Dubailand corridor, with access via major routes connecting to Downtown Dubai, Dubai International Airport, and Al Maktoum International Airport.
What apartment types are available at The Woods?
Published releases offer 1 and 2-bedroom apartments across Retreat, Serenity, and Abode. Layout sizes vary by building and release — official floor plans and configuration details should be confirmed with Sobha Realty for the specific unit you are considering.
What is the price range across The Woods releases?
Published starting prices across the three main releases range from AED 999,000 at The Woods Retreat to AED 1.04 million at The Woods Serenity, with The Woods Abode from AED 1.00 million. Final pricing depends on unit type, floor, and inventory availability.
What payment plan applies to The Woods apartments?
Industry sources report a 20/40/40 payment structure for The Woods — 20% on booking, 40% during construction, and 40% on completion. This has not been independently confirmed by Sobha Realty. Contact us or an authorized representative for the current verified payment structure.
What amenities does The Woods share within Sobha Sanctuary?
Residents benefit from shared wellness and leisure amenities across the collection, including pool decks, yoga and meditation zones, outdoor fitness areas, co-working space, nature-themed children's play areas, and access to the wider Sobha Sanctuary masterplan — from the crystal lagoon and central park to cycling and wellness loops.
Do The Woods apartments qualify for the UAE Golden Visa?
Apartments at The Woods start from AED 999,000 — below the AED 2 million property investment threshold typically required for Golden Visa eligibility. Villa enclaves within Sobha Sanctuary, such as The Willows from approximately AED 3.99 million, generally meet the threshold. Golden Visa rules can change; verify current eligibility with Sobha Realty or an authorized immigration advisor.

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