2 Bedroom Apartment in The Crescent, Palm Jumeirah

Some places along the Palm feel a bit showy, but this two bedroom apartment at Muraba Residences has a quieter sort of luxury. Walking in, you just notice the hush. Maybe it's the way morning light spills through the huge windows or maybe it's the ocean air rolling in off the sand. Either way, it feels like you can finally take a breath and settle down for a bit.

Muraba sits right on the Eastern Crescent of Palm Jumeirah, so you get that open view across the water and out to the skyline. I stood by the window here last week and you really can see the difference in the light compared to most spots on the Palm. There's nothing blocking you. At certain times you get this glimmer on the surface of the sea and you just want to stay put. The whole building only has a handful of homes so it is private, not busy or crowded. Sometimes you can hear people's laughter from down on the sand or far away kids playing but mostly it is just quiet.

The apartment is laid out in a way that makes it all feel open and connected. The living area and dining mix in together, then flow straight into the kitchen. It is not one of those show off granite kitchens either. The cupboards are light, easy to wipe clean, and it feels like somewhere you could make breakfast in sandals before heading down to the beach. The windows really are floor to ceiling, so even from the kitchen you get this peaceful sense of space looking across toward the city or the sea depending where you stand. One thing I always notice is how the palette inside is calm. Soft greys and sandy tones that do not shout for attention. Especially in the bedrooms, you get up and the first thing you see is the water, not busy roads or people.

Both bedrooms here are en suite so there is no hunting around for bathrooms in the middle of the night. Big closets as well. You can bring in a lot of clothes and not run out of space. The bathrooms have this sort of spa vibe. Good water pressure too. There is even an experience shower which is honestly a bit of a treat after a long walk on the beach.

If you like to keep active, the amenities at Muraba are proper. There is a swimming pool outside that faces out over the Gulf. I went there one evening and you could see the gentle curve of the Palm on one side and out toward the city on the other. Sometimes a couple of people are swimming but often it is just you and the skyline. There is also a nice gym inside with proper equipment if you are into that. The vitality pool and steam room give the whole place a boutique hotel feeling but there is no fuss or crowd.

You also get direct beach access. No elevators or walkways to fuss around with. In the mornings, you sometimes see people heading down for a quick swim before work. On weekends, a bit more life on the sand. Coffee shops are not far either, a quick drive or even a walk if you do not mind the sun.

Honestly, the best part is just being able to step out and have the sea right there. Sometimes you lose track of time sitting on the balcony and watching the world drift by. The only way to know if it actually feels like home is to come see it. If you want to have a look or just talk about what it is really like, just get in touch. No pressure at all. At LuxuryProperty.com, we are here to help you find a place that just feels easy.