3 bedroom villa in Forat

Some houses just make you pause at the door. That happened to me with this three bedroom villa in Forat, The Lakes. It sits in a quiet corner of the community and you get this easy feeling as soon as you walk in. I even stood in the foyer for a bit, shoes barely off, just looking at the light pouring down across the living room. Not every place does that.

You notice the high ceiling right away. It's dramatic in its own quiet way and with so much glass letting the sunlight in, mornings feel especially gentle. Nothing feels boxed in. The living room and dining space kind of blend together but still give each other breathing room. Honestly you could have the whole family lounging around or host friends without anybody feeling cramped. You also get these stretches of wall space for art or photos. I was picturing family pictures over the sofa and maybe a big leafy plant somewhere by the window.

The kitchen actually feels like the kind of place you'd cook for real, not just heat up a takeaway. Decent counter space. Cabinets that look newish but not so fancy you worry about a spilled coffee. It feels ready for a weekend breakfast spread or a late night chat over leftovers. Plus you can easily keep an eye on the kids in the living area while you prep dinner. The layout just makes sense for everyday life.

Upstairs the bedrooms feel proper. Not just rectangles to put your bed in, but honest to goodness rooms that catch light just right. I think you'll especially like the main bedroom which manages to stay quiet at night and an easy sun wakes you up in the morning. And there are built in wardrobes that feel over prepared for anyone who likes to shop. The other two rooms work perfectly for kids or maybe a guest room and a study if you need to work from home sometimes.

Bathrooms here are solid. They are not huge and echoey, just clean and well put together. Someone did some upgrades but did not go overboard so it still feels almost timeless. Warm tile, decent fixtures, and lots of little moments for privacy. It's easy to picture sliding into a hot shower after the gym or beach. Downstairs there's a powder room for guests too. Feels just right.

Out back the garden wraps softly along the villa. I actually sat down on the terrace for a few minutes because it's just so peaceful. There is a sense that you could make coffee in the kitchen, step outside barefoot, and watch the sun peek over the wall every morning. Single row here actually means you do not see right into the neighbour's windows. It is private in a way you start to forget is possible in Dubai. Flowers would definitely thrive here and I could see a few evenings with the barbecue sizzling and kids running around.

One nice thing about this home is Vastu compliance. That is something a lot of people ask about now. It was actually built according to those principles so it feels balanced and positive. I am not an expert in it, honestly, but they tell me you can really feel the difference.

And there is this little lifestyle touch — the Lakes Clubhouse is close enough to walk, even when it's hot out. It is where the community wakes up for Saturday coffee or a quick swim. Parks are scattered about and sometimes you catch teenagers having a snack outside Spinney's or families pushing prams in the evening. It feels safe. Clean. Not showy but genuinely nice.

Forat is a pretty sought after pocket in The Lakes and homes do not last long here, especially with sellers who are ready to make a move. You cannot really know from photos alone though. If you want to get a sense of the sunlight, or just amble through and feel the space, let me know. Happy to show you around or answer anything else that comes to mind. At LuxuryProperty.com we just want your next step to feel like an easy one.