1 bedroom apartment in Marina Gate, Dubai Marina

Some homes just help you forget that you're meant to be anywhere but right here. That's the feeling I got walking into this one bedroom apartment at Marina Gate, Jumeirah Living. It is way up on one of the higher floors and you really do notice the views before anything else. You stand in the living room and there is this whole sweep of Dubai Marina right in front of you. It can be early morning with the city just waking up or late evening with the water reflecting the lights, and it somehow always looks good. I spent a minute by the window and you can catch the boats moving along or just spot the skyline through the floor to ceiling glass.

The apartment is fully furnished and honestly, it feels like someone took the time to make it both pretty and livable. Nothing over the top but everything fits right. The sofa almost calls your name and the way the kitchen is set up right beside the living space just makes daily living easy. It is more than a show kitchen. You could really see yourself making breakfast here or getting dinner together with everything you need close by. All the appliances are built in and you really do not have to think about a thing.

One thing you will also notice is how much light actually gets into the place. Not just that everyday sunlight but even the glow from the Marina after dark. I think it makes reading a book by the window or just working from home feel much better somehow. The bedroom is set up so you have your own bit of quiet at the end of the day, and you still get the view without even standing up. Storage works out well too. No clutter, lots of space for your clothes and all those things you never end up throwing out.

If you have a pet, you will be happy to know that Marina Gate Jumeirah Living is one of those buildings where you do not have to hide your cat or pretend your dog is visiting. There are real services if you do not feel like cleaning up, and even room service available for the days where you come home late or just want to treat yourself without having to leave. There really is something about being able to order food to your door and not thinking twice.

Now, about the facilities downstairs, which are actually some of the best parts. You get a gym that feels like a real gym, not just a small room with a treadmill and a bike. The sauna is right there if you need to shake off a long day. I actually watched someone playing tennis in the afternoon when I visited, which is nice because it is not every day you get a tennis court right in your building. The infinity pool is temperature controlled and honestly the view from there might be even better than from your own apartment. Sometimes you'll find people just swimming slowly, looking out across the water, and it does feel a bit like being at a hotel on holiday.

Downstairs, you have the restaurant and a couple of bars, which makes catching up with friends or grabbing a coffee so easy. Plus, the Dubai Marina itself really does have a lot to offer. There is always someone sitting at one of the little cafes along the water or just strolling under the lights in the evening. Dubai Marina Mall is close enough for day to day shopping and all the designer brands if that's your thing. Even the beach is close by if you want to feel sand in your shoes instead of just looking at the water. Sometimes you see kids biking along the promenade in the evenings or families hanging out after sunset.

This apartment really does suit the person who wants a bit of city buzz but also a slice of quiet. It could be just you or maybe you and a partner, even someone with a furry friend or two. The only way to know if the space feels right is to come see it. If you feel like you have questions or just want to walk through for yourself, you are always welcome. At LuxuryProperty.com, we try to make sure finding your next place is as comfortable as coming home.