1 bedroom apartment in Park Island, Dubai Marina

Some places just pull you in when you open the door and this one bedroom apartment at Blakely Tower Park Island in Dubai Marina does exactly that. I remember walking in and right away you just want to go over to the balcony. There is something about being up a few floors above the Marina where you can just lean on the railing for a moment and watch the water move or the little boats sliding by. You might hear the city around you but it never really interrupts. Life keeps busy downstairs but you feel kind of calm up here.

The apartment itself is unfurnished which is actually nice if you are the kind of person who wants to make it feel your own. Some people love bringing their own style into a place so all the surfaces feel fresh and clean and nobody's chosen the curtains for you already. This living area is not too formal. You could put a little couch by the window and still have room for a small table for nights when you might want to have friends over or just a late dinner. Walking through, the space never feels boxed in. If you work from home a bit, you can set up your laptop and still keep that view in the corner of your eye. There is something really encouraging about knowing that your morning coffee can be enjoyed with sunshine coming in from the balcony.

When you check out the kitchen, it actually feels like somewhere you'd cook for real. It's not just a token thing stuck in the corner. There's space for your pots and pans and probably even a plant or two if you like keeping herbs on the counter. If you are like me and always leave a mug or teaspoon out, it doesn't look messy here. It just looks lived in, in a good way.

Moving toward the bedroom, sometimes people worry about apartments feeling too tight but this one has enough area that you can actually relax. The windows let in a lot of light but if you want a bit more privacy just pull the curtains closed and the whole room sort of softens. You could easily fit a big bed and still walk around without bumping into anything. Honestly you'll probably end up watching the Marina views even from your bed. Waking up is easy when the sun comes up over the water and you can hear a little bit of life outside but nothing too loud. Evenings feel cozy and the city lights from the Marina kind of glow in the distance.

The building has those things that always matter, too. The gym is up to date and not as crowded as you'd expect. There's a pool where you can sneak down in the late afternoon if it's too hot outside. Plus there is 24 hour security so whether you get in late from work or need something late it never really feels unsafe. The best thing might be how close you are to everything. You walk out the lobby and you are pretty much in Dubai Marina. Shops, coffee places, some good restaurants and even a quiet spot to read if you want are all nearby. Sometimes you'll even see families walking with their kids by the Marina in the evening and it's the kind of neighborhood where people actually say hi.

The location honestly cannot be beaten if you like being in the center of things but still want your own space. Getting to the Metro or hopping in a taxi is just easy from Park Island. Blakely Tower sits right where you need it and you can get pretty much anywhere else in Dubai without much fuss. If you like waterfront living with a sense of privacy this is that spot.

Anyway the only way to know if it feels right is to come walk through yourself. If you want to talk about the place or just see what the view feels like in person reach out whenever you want. That is what we are here for at LuxuryProperty dot com and we want your next move to just feel easy and natural.