5 Bedroom Villa in Kingdom of Sheba, Palm Jumeirah

Some homes just seem to ask you to drop your shoulders and take a breath as soon as you get inside. That is how it felt the first time I wandered through this five bedroom villa at Balqis Residence in the Kingdom of Sheba, Palm Jumeirah. I got out of my car and walked up the steps, and the first thing you notice is water just kind of sneaking into view at every turn. Sometimes you catch the Atlantis off in the distance, and you can almost forget you are still in Dubai. It feels a little like a beach resort and honestly that is kind of rare this close to the heart of the city.

Step inside and you will see what I mean. You know when a house actually makes you want to pause before you walk into the next room this one does that, and the insulated double glazed windows mean that even when the city wakes up outside, inside it is peaceful, almost muffled. You are only a short drive from the Mall of the Emirates, so it never feels like a big mission to pop out for groceries. Atlantis Aquaventure is practically a neighbour, and I have lingered longer than I meant to just watching the sky change colour from the terrace. The sunsets here really are something, with all the palms and the blue sea soaking up the last bit of gold light.

One thing I like about this villa is the sense of space. It just feels open when you move from the lounge through to the family room and then onwards to the playroom. The whole house lets you imagine a family actually living here, not just walking around on a viewing. You get proper places for living, studying, playing, lounging, and everyone can find their own little corner without feeling cramped. The kitchen stands out too. I have seen so many kitchens that look untouchable but this one feels like you would want to cook real meals in it while chatting or helping a kid with homework at the counter. There is a scullery with enough storage for all your baking trays and gadgets, so it never feels cluttered, and if you are just making coffee in the morning, you still see the sea outside.

The bedrooms are all en suite, so no one has to fight over bathrooms in the morning. Five bedrooms mean freedom for bigger families or if you have guests often. The walk in closets are honest to life sized, not just staged to look impressive and empty. The master suite has a calmness about it, mostly because of those big windows that spill sunlight across the room in the morning. Sometimes even I would slow down just walking through upstairs, looking out toward the palm trees and thinking about how nice mornings could be here. Plus there is a lift which is honestly a blessing for tired legs or carrying up the food shopping. Those little touches really do matter.

Design wise, this home feels warm. You get a mix of soft, modern finishes with a bit of that classic villa feel. The palette is all natural shades, nothing too bright or cold. It is easy to picture your own style fitting right in. Every terrace feels tucked away just enough, so you can step out at night, listen to the sound of the waves and maybe leave your phone inside for a while. There is soft, proper carpeting underfoot in the bedrooms and solid interior doors, so you get a sense of quiet and privacy that just adds to the comfort.

Living here means you are in the Kingdom of Sheba, so you get all that peace and coastal calm, but you are not cut off. Restaurants along the Palm are close by. Sometimes you hear laughter from the beach or see kids riding bikes just below as the evening cools down. It feels genuinely lived in. You feel like a part of something but can always retreat into your own private world when you want.

Truthfully you will not know if this is your place until you come and experience it. If you want to wander through or just have a chat about what living here feels like, reach out any time. At LuxuryProperty dot com we want to make your move as comfortable as your new home should feel. Some places just click when you see them for yourself.