8 Bedroom Villa in District One, Mohammed Bin Rashid City

Some places just have that wow factor even before you reach the front door. This eight bedroom villa in District One, Mohammed Bin Rashid City, kind of does that from the second you see the façade. You step inside and something about the way the ceilings soar just makes you pause for a minute and look around. You can almost feel your voice bounce off the marble and glass. Even with the sun bright outside, it is all so flooded with natural light that it really softens everything.

Honestly, the best spot to linger right at the start is around the glass staircase. I spent a minute taking it in because it just glimmers and pulls you deeper into the home. Of course, there is a lift as well if you are not in the mood for stairs which just makes those late night trips for water a bit easier. The space wraps all around you as you walk further and every room just feels open. On one side, you will find a back of house area that is actually useful with a separate preparation kitchen, scullery, places to store things you always seem to need nearby and the maid quarters tucked away just right.

But really most people are drawn straight to the living and dining area. Sometimes these spaces in larger villas feel formal but this one is surprisingly inviting. The main kitchen is the proper sort with some of the best appliances you can have at home but it still feels like somewhere you would whip up a quick breakfast or try a new pastry recipe just because you can. The light in this room changes with the day and I found it pretty peaceful how the garden shows through the big glass doors. Sometimes you just want to let the fresh air in and in this home you just slide open the doors and you barely notice where inside stops and outside begins. Out there is the pool and honestly, when you see the lagoon shimmering just beyond the garden, it is a bit tough not to imagine starting your mornings or winding down with that view.

Upstairs is where things get really private and relaxed. Most of the bedrooms are up here and every one of them feels thoughtfully sized. Each has an en suite bathroom and built in wardrobes that mean you never have to think about running out of space. Some of the rooms even catch lovely views of the Dubai skyline right out their windows which is pretty special at sunset. The terrace that comes off the family room is sweet early in the morning if you just want to sit with coffee and watch the city waking up. I did that for a while and it just felt kind of simple and quiet.

The master bedroom though is the headline. It is the sort of room that makes you wonder why you ever lived anywhere else with less space. There is tons of room to relax, a walk in closet area that could swallow most wardrobes, and a bathroom with a real soaking tub and separate shower. Lying back in the bath you get this gentle view out to the water and the feeling is more spa than anything else.

Then, down in the basement, there is another world almost. This level lets you do whatever fits your lifestyle best. Home theatre or games, bar or gym, home office or letting the kids run wild, it is flexible. For someone with a bit of a car collection or just a serious love for beautiful vehicles the basement garage is a treat. You could keep a fleet of cars here and still not run out of room.

The neighbourhood really is peaceful and you often see folks out for an evening stroll or riding bikes. Even though you are right in Mohammed Bin Rashid City, there is a quiet rhythm here that makes it feel like its own place. Coffee shops pop up nearby and parks are not far at all if you need to stretch your legs.

The only way to know for sure if this one feels right is to walk through it in person. I'm always happy to answer questions or take you around the villa. Just reach out if you want to see what it is really like. At LuxuryProperty.com, we try to make your next move feel as comfortable as possible.