3 Bedroom Apartment in South Ridge, Downtown Dubai

Some places just feel like you could come home after a long day and finally take a breath. That is the first thing I noticed about this three bedroom podium villa over at South Ridge in Downtown Dubai. You walk in and it's silent for a second you can hear your footsteps bounce off the floors. It honestly does not feel like you're in the middle of the city at all. Even out on the bustling streets just below, it all fades away when you head inside.

The space is big—almost four thousand square feet, actually—and it does not feel cramped at all. You have these tall ceilings and the windows go nearly wall to wall in the living area so even when you're just sitting with your morning coffee you get a little sunlight warming up the space. The open plan keeps everyone together even if you are just making dinner and the kids are lounging nearby, flipping through channels or maybe going through homework at the dining table. The kitchen is the kind of space you'd want to cook in. It has been upgraded just right, not flashy but everything in the right place. I could see someone actually baking bread on a lazy morning, or making one of those big family breakfasts where everybody stays in pajamas for half the day. The details throughout this home really are something you find yourself running your hands across once in a while—refined touches, solid finishes, nothing showy but it all just feels properly done.

There are three bedrooms and every single one comes with its own en suite bath, so you do not end up queueing up in the mornings before rushing out to Downtown. Plus, there is a maid's room tucked away, if you need it for extra help or maybe just a bit extra storage. What makes this place a bit different to me is how the owner upgraded most of the main spaces. It's still got that easy Dubai vibe but there is a certain calm that settles in as you wander from room to room.

When you step outside, it gets interesting. The building is lively in that people actually live here and you see them getting to know each other. Sometimes you watch kids in the evening on their scooters, heading over to the play zone, or folks coming down ready to hit a game on one of the sports courts. The pool area is honestly one of my favourites here—you get these big blue skies and that full skyline view most people just dream about. It is a place people use, whether you're swimming laps to wake up in the morning or hosting a weekend barbecue on the poolside deck. Even if you do not consider yourself social, you might end up waving at your neighbours more than you expect.

South Ridge has that trick of being both peaceful and right next to everything good about Downtown Dubai. You are literally just a walk from Bay Square, and the Dubai Mall is close enough for a quick pop in if you want to grab a coffee or see the fountains. If you are the type to keep fit, there is no shortage of gyms nearby—plus every style of cuisine you can think of, little cafes and proper sit down restaurants. There's even a big Spinneys in the complex which makes grocery runs about as easy as possible.

In a city that always feels like it's moving fast, some homes let you slow down just a bit. Maybe that is the real luxury. The only way you'll know if this villa feels right is to walk through it yourself. I always think you need to stand by the windows, walk around and just see if it clicks for you. If you want a private tour or even just have questions, reach out at LuxuryProperty dot com. We want your move to feel just right, easy and comfortable from the very start.