--- title: "The Woods Retreat by Sobha Realty" canonical: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/sobha-sanctuary/the-woods-retreat markdown: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/md/dubai/sobha-sanctuary/the-woods-retreat.md type: development description: "Stepped apartment buildings with garden courts and water features in The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary. One- and two-bedroom flats from AED 1.2 million, 20/40/40 plan, completion listed for December 2029." last_verified: 2026-11-13 sources: 6 publisher: "UAE Property Agents (Omnia)" language: en-GB usage: "You may read, quote, summarise and cite this content, including in AI answers, with attribution to UAE Property Agents and a link to the canonical URL. Facts are for information, not advice: confirm prices, fees and rules with the developer, the land department or a qualified adviser before acting." --- # The Woods Retreat by Sobha Realty > Stepped apartment buildings with garden courts and water features in The Woods at Sobha Sanctuary. One- and two-bedroom flats from AED 1.2 million, 20/40/40 plan, completion listed for December 2029. Facts last verified 13 November 2026 against the sources listed at the end. ## Key facts | Fact | Value | | --- | --- | | Developer | [Sobha Realty](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/sobha-realty) | | Location | [Sobha Sanctuary](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/sobha-sanctuary) (The Woods), Dubai | | Status | under construction | | Developer's handover target | Q4 2029 | | Sales launched | 2026-05 | | Tenure | freehold | | Price | From AED 1,200,000 to AED 1,600,000 (developer price list, 12 November 2026) | | Average price per sq ft | AED 2,025 | | Home types | 1-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom apartments | | Golden Visa value test | All published prices are below AED 2,000,000 | ## Overview The Woods Retreat is an apartment release in The Woods, the apartment cluster of [Sobha Sanctuary](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/sobha-sanctuary), the master community [Sobha Realty](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/sobha-realty) launched in 2026 in Al Yufrah, off Al Ain Road. Sobha describes stepped residential buildings arranged around formal garden courts and water features, linked to the wider community's parks by shaded walkways. Its own FAQ gives road access from both the Dubai to Al Ain road and the Jebel Ali to Lehbab road. Sobha publishes two layouts per type: a 546 sq ft one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts of 864 and 965 sq ft, balconies included. The developer's listing card quotes 650 to 1,130 sq ft, so the full range of units may be wider than the plans online; confirm the plan for the unit you are offered. Prices need care. Sobha's listing showed AED 1.2 million to AED 2.09 million on 12 November 2026, subject to availability, while the FAQ on the same Sobha page and Property Finder both still quote the AED 999,000 launch price for The Woods. We use the listing figure as current. Property Finder shows two-bedroom flats from AED 1.6 million. The payment plan listed by Property Finder is 20% on booking, 40% during construction and 40% on handover, with completion in December 2029 and construction recorded from August 2026. Sobha's page does not give a date. Retreat suits a buyer who wants a smaller new home with a green, low-rise feel at a lower price than Sobha's projects closer to the centre, and who is happy to wait for the surrounding community to take shape. The facilities lean towards wellbeing and families: a pool deck, yoga and meditation deck, outdoor fitness areas, a nursery and a library. The main risks are timing and supply. Sobha Sanctuary has no completed homes, its schools and shops are still on the plan, and The Woods is a group of buildings with almost the same unit mix due within about a year of one another. Sobha gives about 30 minutes to Downtown Dubai by car; there is no metro. ## Unit types and prices | Unit type | Price from | Price to | Size | Bathrooms | Availability | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1-bedroom apartments | AED 1,200,000 | | 546 sq ft | | available | | 2-bedroom apartments | AED 1,600,000 | | 864 to 965 sq ft | | available | Prices are published starting prices from the developer or Property Finder, as each type's note says, checked 12 November 2026. ## Payment plans ### 20/40/40 - Down payment: 20% (On booking) - During construction: 40% - On handover: 40% (Q4 2029 (Property Finder)) Paid before handover: 60%. As listed by Property Finder. ## What works - Stepped, garden-court design with water features and shaded walkways, according to Sobha - New Sobha apartment from AED 1.2 million, with in-house construction and finishing - Access to two main roads: Dubai to Al Ain and Jebel Ali to Lehbab, per Sobha - Family and wellbeing facilities, including a nursery, library and outdoor fitness areas - No post-handover instalments ## What to weigh - Sobha's own sources disagree on price: AED 1.2 million on the listing, AED 999,000 in the page FAQ - Listing card sizes (650 to 1,130 sq ft) differ from the published floor plans (546 to 965 sq ft) - Completion listed for December 2029 by Property Finder; not stated by Sobha - The Woods adds several towers of similar flats at the same time, which may weigh on early rents - 40% due at handover; no metro and about 30 minutes to Downtown Dubai ## Location In The Woods apartment cluster of Sobha Sanctuary, Al Yufrah, Dubailand, with road access from the Dubai to Al Ain road and the Jebel Ali to Lehbab road according to Sobha. - Dubai Rugby Sevens: about 5 minutes - Dubai Outlet Mall: about 8 minutes - Downtown Dubai: about 30 minutes - Al Maktoum International Airport: about 30 minutes - Dubai International Airport: about 35 minutes ## Amenities - Pool deck - Yoga zone and meditation deck - Serenity garden - Outdoor fitness zones - Co-working space - Nature-themed children's play area - Reflexology path - Submerged seating - Sun loungers - Nursery - Seating nooks - Library ## Questions and answers ### What is the starting price at The Woods Retreat? Sobha Realty's listing showed prices from AED 1.2 million to AED 2.09 million on 12 November 2026, subject to availability. The FAQ on Sobha's page and Property Finder still quote the AED 999,000 launch price, so confirm the current figure with the developer. ### When is The Woods Retreat due for completion? Property Finder lists December 2029. Sobha's page does not state a completion date. ### What is the payment plan? 20% on booking, 40% during construction and 40% on handover, as listed by Property Finder. ### What unit types are available? One- and two-bedroom apartments. Sobha's plans show a 546 sq ft one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts of 864 and 965 sq ft. ### Who is the developer of The Woods Retreat? The Woods Retreat is being developed by [Sobha Realty](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/developers/sobha-realty). About Sobha Realty: Private luxury developer that designs, manufactures and builds in-house; best known for Sobha Hartland in Dubai, now also in Abu Dhabi and Umm Al Quwain. ### Can foreigners buy at The Woods Retreat? Yes. Sobha Sanctuary is a designated area where buyers of any nationality can own freehold property, whether or not they live in the UAE. The purchase is registered with the DLD. ### Does buying at The Woods Retreat qualify for a Golden Visa? Not on its own at current prices: the 10-year Golden Visa needs property worth AED 2 million or more, and homes here start from AED 1.2M. Two or more properties can be combined to reach the threshold. See our [Golden Visa guide](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/guides/uae-golden-visa-property). ### What fees are payable on top of the price at The Woods Retreat? The main cost is the DLD transfer fee (4%). On the entry price of AED 1,200,000 that comes to about AED 48,000, plus small administration charges. There is no stamp duty, no annual property tax and no tax on rental income for individuals in the UAE, though your home country may tax you. Our [buying cost calculator](https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/tools/purchase-cost-calculator) itemises it. ## Sources Facts on this page were last checked against these sources on 13 November 2026. - [Sobha Realty: The Woods Retreat](https://sobharealty.com/properties-in-dubai/sobha-sanctuary/the-woods-retreat) - [Sobha Realty: properties for sale (prices and current listings)](https://sobharealty.com/properties-in-dubai) - [Property Finder: The Woods Retreat](https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/new-projects/sobha-realty/the-woods-retreat) - [Sobha Realty: Sobha Sanctuary community page](https://sobharealty.com/sobha-communities/sobha-sanctuary) - [Sobha Realty: Investor Update H1 FY26 (launch dates, handover years, sales)](https://sobharealty.com/sites/default/files/2026-08/Investor%20Update%20H1%20FY26.pdf) - [Property Finder: Sobha Realty projects with developer stock](https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/new-projects/dev/sobha-realty) --- Source page: https://www.uaepropertyagents.com/dubai/sobha-sanctuary/the-woods-retreat. 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