4 Bedroom Villa in District One, Mohammed Bin Rashid City

Some homes just sort of make you pause at the front door before you even realize you have stopped moving. This Mediterranean villa in District One really surprised me like that. Honestly, the skyline peeks over the trees and you can catch little bits of blue from the lagoon between the branches. You hear birds, sometimes kids laughing somewhere not too far off. Maybe it is the space or maybe it is just the calm feeling that sits over the whole place. Either way, you walk a little slower through here.

Inside it is even better than you hope. The whole villa is set up for comfort. Four real bedrooms all with built in wardrobes and proper en suite bathrooms so no one is ever knocking at your door early in the morning. There is space everywhere. I just stood by that massive window for a bit and sort of lost track of time watching the grass swaying outside. You feel like you are part of the garden even when you are inside. Sunlight pretty much finds its way into every corner.

The main living space is as open as it comes. You can picture having people over without worrying about bumping into anyone. Cooking does not feel like a chore here. The kitchen actually feels like a spot you want to roll up your sleeves and try something new. Two kitchens actually which means you can keep the everyday a bit separate from the fun stuff. I kept noticing how the counters just make you want to spread out a cookbook or gather everyone for a weekend brunch. Fridges and appliances are all built in so there is no ugly gap in the middle. You still get a separate maid's room as well. If you have help, or just want a bit of extra storage or privacy, it is just off to the side and never in the way.

Sometimes you need a place where guests or maybe parents can stay on the ground floor and not worry about stairs and this villa sorts that out too. The downstairs bedroom just feels right. Whoever gets it might not ever want to leave. Walk in closet for their things, bathroom with some real space, not just a squeeze you get in other places. It is properly comfortable.

Upstairs is all for relaxing. All of the bedrooms are private with bathrooms that make mornings easy. No more angry shouting for someone to hurry up. The master bedroom is bigger than it needs to be but the bit that really grabbed me was the study space. Sometimes you need a spot to get away with some work or even just shut the door and get lost in a book. That is exactly what this space gives you. Plus just looking around, the bedrooms upstairs really do make you want to slow down before getting on with your day.

Here is something that does not come across in photos. The villa just spills out into the outside. You get this proper terrace where mornings feel a little less rushed. Breakfast outside, evening chats, sometimes you can just hear the city humming in the background as the sun goes down over Dubai. The private garden is walled in with soft grass underfoot and tidy hedges so it is easy to imagine a couple of kids or even a dog running circles. I always see neighbours waving as they walk or bike along the lagoon. The beach is so close you can just wake up and grab a towel.

District One itself is something people always talk about but honestly, you do have to walk around to get it. The world's biggest man made lagoon sits at the centre. There is always a breeze and a bit of blue no matter where you look. You are only a short drive to Downtown Dubai or Dubai Marina but it never feels too busy. Everything is close by, whether you want a café or just some peace.

There is a lot more you will probably want to know about the villa or the community. But really the only way to see if it is the right fit is to walk through it yourself. Reach out anytime if you have questions or just want to look around. At LuxuryProperty dot com it is about making your move feel comfortable and right for you.