Expansive Residential Plot in The Reserve, Al Barari

Sometimes you stand in a place and can almost picture your own life unfolding there. That happened to me just walking along the edge of this plot at The Reserve, Al Barari. The rush of Dubai feels like it's kept at just the right distance and everything out here slows down a bit. I watched the sunlight work its way through the greenery and caught myself thinking about how rare it is to find land this generous in the city, especially surrounded by so much real green.

Al Barari is one of those neighborhoods that whispers instead of shouts. It is right in central Dubai but when you wander out here you barely ever hear the road. Birds sound out more than traffic. Over sixty percent of all this area is just uninterrupted garden and trees and then more garden. I saw dragonflies darting over the pond near The Farm which is a lovely spot for breakfast by the way. You may have had a coffee or two there if you have ever been to Al Barari before. Sometimes people just bring their laptops and work under the vines outside. It is not what you expect to find so close to Downtown Dubai.

This plot in The Reserve is sizable enough to give you every option but also private enough that you will not feel overlooked. It is just over thirty one thousand square feet though once you stand on it it honestly feels even bigger. You can build entirely to your own taste too. That is unusual in Dubai. Here people take their time and actually think about what sort of villa suits their way of living best. The Reserve was really designed for that. If you want to create a home that shows your personality, or if you want a lifestyle that feels a bit like your own retreat, this is one of the last places left in Dubai that still allows that freedom. Some owners here go for ultra modern lines others choose classic architecture. It all works as long as you give the gardens and the sun a little respect.

You will notice how the community is set up around wellness as much as luxury. The local health club is called Body Language which says a lot already. I have seen families walking together on the shaded paths some people stop after a run just to cool off. The Heart and Soul Spa is not far either. People joke in Al Barari that you do not ever really leave because you have everything at your fingertips but it does feel true sometimes. For little things or day to day errands you drive down the road and you're in Downtown or DIFC before you know it. Even the Burj Khalifa is visible from certain corners. Not a bad sight when you are out with the dog or doing a morning stroll just before the sun really gets going.

Because this is a freehold plot you have the chance to build your own vision from scratch. Some buyers put in big pools or create green roofs with hidden gardens. Others build for multi generation families or just want a bit of extra space for privacy. The sky is really the limit here. And because the community's planning is so thoughtful, it does not get overcrowded. Kids can bike around and you see them sometimes in the afternoons weaving past all the flowers. It honestly just feels peaceful here even on busy days.

If you are looking for a chance to build your dream villa in Dubai surrounded by nature and still be close to everything the city has to offer, Al Barari's The Reserve is hard to match. But like most of these places it is not the same in photos. The only way to know if this is your next home is to come take a look in person. I am always here to answer questions or just show you around. At LuxuryProperty.com we know some moves in life take time and it is about comfort more than anything. Let us know, any time.