4 Bedroom Penthouse in 23 Marina, Dubai Marina

Some homes just have this pull as soon as you step in. That is exactly how I felt taking the private elevator up into this four bedroom duplex penthouse at 23 Marina in Dubai Marina. Honestly, the first thing that struck me was how much sky you see through those floor to ceiling windows. The views sweep all the way across the Marina skyline over to Jumeirah Lake Towers, then out to Bluewaters and even Palm Jumeirah. You catch yourself just standing at the glass with a coffee, forgetting your morning plans for a minute. There is space here that makes you breathe a little deeper.

This penthouse goes over two levels and the living areas are bigger than most villas you see around the city. Sometimes you see these high rise apartments where everything feels a bit cramped and it does not really invite you to relax, but here there is actual room to live. You have two big living rooms, both with those tall glass windows, and each one feels like it belongs in a magazine. The light bounces off the marble tile floors in a way that makes even cloudy mornings bright. And while some penthouses can be a bit too modern or cold, this one actually feels comfortable—the ceilings are high, there are soft touches in the fittings, and the flow from room to room is easy.

The kitchen is open if you are into entertaining or just love to chat while you cook. There's also a separate staircase to the laundry and the maid's room, so you keep day to day stuff out of sight when you want the place tidy for guests. Upstairs, there is even a small pantry and a second entrance, which feels like it would come in handy on days when you have people over late or want to sneak down for a snack mid movie. Each bedroom has its own bathroom, which means even when family or friends are staying, everyone keeps some privacy. Marble floors run throughout so everything feels solid under your feet, and the bathrooms are all finished with those details you hope for in Dubai Marina's luxury spaces.

If you look just outside, you can dip straight from your balcony to your private pool or the jacuzzi, and honestly, some evenings with the city lights out there, you might just stretch out in the water and feel like you are somewhere else entirely. On the practical side, the building team at 23 Marina really seem to care. You have concierge services whenever you need them, and the main entrance has this lobby where you get a sense of calm before you ever make it upstairs. I sat in there for a couple of minutes and noticed how landscaped the gardens are outside. You hear a bit of peaceful background, but the city noise stays out.

Between the outdoor pool, the temperature controlled indoor pool, that gym with separate locker and sauna rooms for men and women, plus the jogging track and billiards room, you are kind of covered for anything sporty or social. There is even a meeting room and kid's play area tucked away so this whole place works if you have young kids or just like having friends over with their families. Many people living here seem to use the jogging track early mornings or you might catch someone working remotely by the windows downstairs. Even the parking is easy—eight levels of covered space, so you never circle for a spot.

Dubai Marina itself brings its own perks, too—cafes right along the water, the odd little bakery in the towers nearby, and on cool evenings I have seen families walking around or kids on bikes. For me, it always feels like everything is close, whether you need the beach or want a five minute hop up to the Sheikh Zayed Road.

You can look at photos, but the truth is, the feeling of this penthouse is one you want to experience yourself. If you have questions or just want a slow walk through to see if it is a fit, reach out any time. The best way to know if it is your kind of place is to come and see it. At LuxuryProperty.com, we're just here to make moving feel a bit more comfortable for you.