1 Bedroom Apartment in Emaar Beachfront, Dubai Harbour

Some places just give you that feeling the second you walk in. This one bedroom apartment at Palace Beach Residence on Emaar Beachfront feels like that. I stood by the window after opening the front door and before I realised, ten minutes passed while I just watched the light stretching across the sea and the view of Palm Jumeirah. It is hard not to take a breather here. You almost forget your phone and just slow down for a while.

So let me tell you how it really feels. The living space is open and easy and never cramped. The kitchen actually looks like someone might want to cook in it rather than just stare at shiny appliances. You have that island in the middle which is perfect if you actually like breakfast or even just to sit and talk while you are making coffee. It flows straight into the living and dining area so you never feel boxed in. There is space to put your sofa wherever you want without bumping elbows or knocking into a coffee table every few minutes. None of that awkward layout you sometimes find in smaller places.

What I noticed from the balcony, which you get to from both the bedroom and the living room by the way, is how much you really see the coastline here. You look out and get the Palm Jumeirah right in front of you. Sometimes you see boats heading out and the water just changes colour all day. It is the kind of view you keep glancing at even if you live here every day. When the weather is good, honestly, just leave the doors open and let the place fill up with fresh air.

The bedroom is cosy but not tight at all. The en suite is simple but feels comfortable and new. It is the sort of spot you can actually relax in after a long week. And if you want to read or just sit on the balcony late at night, no one will bother you up here. Some evenings you might hear gentle sounds from the water below or kids laughing on the beach as the sun comes down but it is never loud, just quiet background life you start looking forward to.

Being in Palace Beach Residence, you also get some perks that just make life feel easier. Private beach access actually does mean you can just grab your towel and head down in under five minutes. You are right above the podium so you have the infinity pool if you want a swim without the sand. There is even a kids pool and a play area if you have visiting family or friends with little ones, and a proper gym with everything you would actually use. Out on the barbecue area I saw a few people grilling up after sunset. It feels like that kind of community, where you see neighbours but still have your own space.

Emaar Beachfront, in Dubai Harbour, is honestly one of those communities that keeps getting better. You are minutes from Dubai Marina and JBR Walk, so you can actually walk out and grab a coffee or breakfast or just watch the world go by. Even on busy days you never feel cut off because everything is close but the beach always makes it calm. If you do not feel like traffic or crowds, you just stay home.

If you are looking for a home that feels easy to live in rather than just somewhere flashy, or maybe even an investment that people will really want to stay in on holiday, I think this place stands out. But at the end of the day, the only way you know if it fits you is to come and see it for yourself. If you have any questions or just want someone to walk you through, I am always here. At LuxuryProperty.com, we just want your next move to feel simple and comfortable, not rushed. Take your time with it.