1 bedroom apartment in Marina Gate, Dubai Marina

There is something about walking into this one bedroom apartment at Marina Gate in Dubai Marina that makes you want to just pause for a second. Every time I am here, I always slow down a little right at the front door, just to appreciate how it feels. There is this laid back energy, not too busy, just welcoming. It is already furnished so you really do not have to think too hard about what goes where. Everything has its spot and the sofa just invites you to lounge for a bit. Honestly, I have sat there myself after a long viewing and watched the sun light up the pool outside or just checked out what is happening over at the Marina community below.

The living space is all open so the kitchen, dining, and sitting area just flow together. Sometimes you see people sitting with a coffee at the counter, chatting with a friend who is cooking, and it all just feels natural. You will find the kitchen is not just for show, either. All the appliances are here and it feels like a place where someone actually bakes or tries a new recipe, not just heats up takeaway. The bedroom is tucked away and when you step in, the first thing you notice is how peaceful it feels. The bed is king sized, so there is no feeling cramped, and it faces the kind of windows that make you want to sleep in on weekends. The en-suite bathroom is nicer in real life than in pictures, with a walk-in shower and a tub, so you can pick what works for your mood. There is actually a lot of closet space, more than you expect for a place this size. I have had renters come in and open all the cupboards before they even look at the bed and you can see the relief on their face when they realize everything will fit.

The best thing here is the view, no question. You look right over the building pool, which is always sparkling blue and just buzzing with energy during the day, and then you can see across to the Address Montgomerie Golf Course too. Sometimes you spot golfers practicing late in the afternoon or just catch that greenery stretching out. Down below, the Marina community always has something going on. If you look in the evenings you might see people jogging on the walk or kids biking, even a few boats drifting by. Some days the light is just perfect and everything sort of glows. Plus, being in Marina Gate, you get some calm away from the busiest corners of Dubai Marina but you are never far from the action. It is the kind of spot where everything is close but there is this feeling of privacy once you are inside.

Now, the amenities here really are something else. You have got a gym that actually feels like a gym, not just a place for a treadmill or two, and the pool never gets old. There are plenty of loungers, people reading books or chatting, and you get pool towels from the Jumeirah Group staff, which just feels a bit like you are at a fancy resort—though you live here. There is always someone at reception who will remember you in no time. And speaking of the Jumeirah Group, everything is kept spotless, amenities taken care of and the building always feels secure.

Outside, you can step out and pretty much find a coffee shop within five minutes. Sometimes you smell fresh bread from a bakery just around the corner. If you want the beach, it is really close, and you can get right on to the main road if you need to reach downtown or anywhere else. I even had a client tell me this was one of the easiest commutes to work they ever had after living in other parts of Dubai Marina.

It might just come down to how this place makes you feel when you walk in. Everything is set up so you can actually live comfortably and not worry or fuss. The only real way to know if it feels right is to come and see for yourself. I am always around if you have any questions or just want to walk through. At LuxuryProperty.com we want your next move to feel like a step up, not a hassle. Just reach out whenever you like, no pressure at all.