Saheel, Arabian Ranches

• Renting property
• Buying property
• Getting around
• Schools
• Restaurants
• Outdoor facilities
• Things to consider

Part of Emaar’s master community, Arabian Ranches, Saheel is a gated villa development. The community offers the best of luxury and comfort to residents. Those who live here enjoy the active outdoors and a family-oriented environment.

Saheel is part of the five popular neighbourhoods in Arabian Ranches. The area has spacious green parks and gardens and detached villas with space of up to a hundred yards between each villa. There is a BBQ area that serves as a nice picnic spot for families. Moreover, commuters can access Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, E311 and Umm Suqeim Street, D63, in 4 to 10 minutes, respectively. Residents can also conveniently visit the nearby popular malls, restaurants and cafes.

• Saheel is a gated community with 3 to 5-bed villas
• Located in Arabian Ranches next to Alma
• Adjacent to the Arabian Ranches Golf Club
• The community is peaceful and offers a comfortable lifestyle
• Accessibility to the main roads connecting to key areas of Dubai
• Popular malls, restaurants and cafes are nearby

The peaceful community of Saheel attracts people who enjoy suburban living. Popular points of interest in the area are:

• Views of the 18-hole and par 72 golf course
• Spacious residences with ample outdoor space
• Family parks and playgrounds in proximity

The neighbourhood feels like a world away from the hassle of the city, thanks to the lush green landscape and many amenities. Saheel has recreational facilities like swimming pools, barbeque areas for families and tennis courts.

Properties in Saheel comprise a mix of simplex and duplex, well-designed 3 to 5-bedroom villas. The covered area of these houses ranges from 3,166 sq. ft. to 5,308 sq. ft. All homes boast contemporary designs and offer beautiful views of the golf course and parks.

Parking in Saheel is not an issue as the community has wide streets where you can easily park your vehicles. Residents are allotted personal parking space in the house.

The most convenient mode of transportation in Saheel is the bus service. Arabian Ranches Saheel Gate 1 Bus Stop is the nearest, located within walking distance of the neighbourhood. Residents can board the bus J02 from there to reach their respective destinations. Residents can also use the Motor City Uptown Apartments 1 & 2 Bus Stops, located approximately 6 minutes away from Saheel.

There are many grocery stores and supermarkets near Saheel where residents can find food staples, daily necessities and more. The list includes:

• Carrefour 
• Cart Supermarket Arjan
• Rightbuy supermarket 
• Choithrams

All of these stores can be reached within 10 minutes. Carrefour Arabian Ranches is the closest, about 6 minutes away by car. Waitrose outlet in Motor City is 9 minutes away.

Residents can go to Masjid Arabian Ranches, which is 6 minutes away. Masjid Hasan Abas Sharbatly is also a 6-minute drive from Saheel.

City Hill Church Dubai is the closest, about a 15-minute drive from the sub-community. Residents can drive to Emirates Baptist Church International, Fellowship Dubai and Christ Church Jebel Ali within a short time.

Guru Nanak Darbar Sikh Gurudwara and Mahamevnawa Buddhist Temple are about a 15-minute drive.

Some well-reputed nurseries near Saheel are:

• Building Blocks Nursery and Child Enrichment Centre
• Blossom Mudon Nursery Dubai
• Emirates British Nursery

All these nurseries are less than a 15-minute drive away. Emirates British Nursery in Motor City provides a wonderful pre-schooling experience for your toddlers. Similarly, Blossom Mudon Nursery Dubai is a leading British curriculum nursery ranked amongst the best in Dubai.

Schools near Saheel include:

• Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS) Arabian Ranches
• GEMS Metropole School
• Safa Community School

These British schools are located within a 10 to 15-minute drive.

Jumeirah English Speaking School Arabian Ranches follows the British education system at the primary and secondary levels. The school mainly focuses on multi-sensory and cross-curricular learning. JESS also has a branch in Al Safa.

Residents can visit the following clinics and hospitals near Saheel:

• Aster Clinic 
• Mediclinic Parkview Hospital
• Mediclinic Me’aisem

Aster Clinic in The Ranches Souk is approximately 10 minutes away. It is one of the largest healthcare service providers in the city, with multiple branches.

Mediclinic Parkview Hospital is one of the popular hospitals in Dubai. It is part of Mediclinic International, a private hospital group operating in the UAE, Switzerland and Southern Africa.

Saheel’s closest neighbours include:

• Motor City
• Al Reem

Motor City is part of the larger Dubailand development with picturesque streets and spacious properties. It is a self-contained city packed with amenities.

Al Reem is the largest and the most affordable area in Arabian Ranches. It boasts independent villas and townhouses located near Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311).

One of the popular malls near Saheel is the Arabian Ranches Shopping Centre, located at only a 5-minute drive. Also referred to as Arabian Ranches Village Mall, it houses numerous brands and about 20 retail outlets.

Other malls in the vicinity include:

• Cityland Mall
• My City Centre Al Barsha
• The Ranches Souk

Cityland Mall is located within just a 10-minute drive. Inspired by nature, the shopping complex is out in the open-air garden. The mall also has major entertainment areas such as Fabyland and VOX Cinemas.

Residents can head to My City Centre Al Barsha to shop from Carrefour, dine at eateries like Shakespeare & Co. and take care of essential tasks like banks and financial services. The mall also houses pharmacies and eyewear stores and is 8 minutes away from Saheel.

The Ranches Souk, about an 11-minute drive from Saheel, offers over 35 retail outlets, eateries and leisure options.

There are lots of good restaurants near Saheel, such as:

• Maison Mathis – Belgian/European cuisine
• Ranches Restaurant – International cuisine
• The Hamptons Cafe & Restaurant – International cuisine
• Barbecue Delights – Indian/Pakistani cuisine
• Little Bangkok – Thai cuisine
• Tomato & Basilico – Italian cuisine

The list includes casual and upscale dining options. Residents can find these eateries under a 30-minute drive from the sub-community.

Residents can get to the most popular beaches within 20 minutes. Jumeirah Beach, Marina Beach and Sunset Beach are some of the most visited beaches near Saheel. Here people can plan a beach day with family and enjoy watersports. Atlantis The Palm, located within a 24-minute drive, also has a waterpark that features fun-filled slides and rides.

The happening area of Saheel has several leisure venues within proximity. Your choices include:

• Global Village
• Balloon Adventures Emirates
• IMG Worlds of Adventure
• Hamdan Sports Complex

Global Village, located at only a 13-minute drive, has excellent shopping, entertainment and dining facilities.

Balloon Adventures allows visitors to float in the sky and soak in the stunning sunset view of the Dubai desert. Located approximately 10 minutes from the neighbourhood, residents can plan a day out with friends and families.

IMG Worlds of Adventure offers a lot to adventure seekers. 16 minutes away by car, the world’s largest temperature-controlled indoor amusement park is a popular destination for tourists and residents alike. Visitors can enjoy exciting rides, dine, and shop at one location.

Hamdan Sports Complex is one of the world’s biggest multi-purpose facilities, located approximately 13 minutes away. It offers swimming facilities, a gym, a sauna, and cycling tracks.

There are plenty of outdoor activities for residents. They can head to the following parks in the area.

• Arabian Ranches Golf Club
• Eastlands Park Motorcity
• Saheel Gate 3
• Village Green near Alma

Those who would like to tee off during weekends can easily access the Arabian Ranches Golf Club. Moreover, Residents can make the most of the jogging and cycling tracks available within the community. Families can plan a small picnic while kids enjoy swings at the play area.

Fitness freaks have plenty of options for gym memberships. They include:

• Optimal Fitness
• Beaufort Gym
• Snap Fitness Motor City

Located within just an 8-minute drive, Snap Fitness is the most popular fitness centre in Motor City.

Some popular nearby salons are:

• Salon By Mitz 
• Mike & Kals Ladies Salon
• The Den Salon

All three salons can be reached within 10 minutes or less.

Jumeirah English Speaking School hosts JESS Night Market, a popular event that invites the public. Other events, such as International Dubai Polo Challenge and Sunset Polo International, also occur nearby.

To connect with other community members, residents can join the ‘Saheel Gate 3’ group on Facebook. Ladies can join ‘Arabian Ladies- Saheel 1’ to stay in touch with the latest happenings in the area

There is no doubt that the area has amazing residences with the utmost luxury and several amenities for residents. But properties are not the most affordable. Similarly, limited public transport can make things tricky for those living in Arabian Ranches.

Interested buyers and tenants will find 3, 4, and 5-bedroom villas.

Head to Bayut’s official website to find 2D and 3D Saheel floor plans.

• Neighbours Dubai Sports City and Motor City
• Right next to Alma and Arabian Ranches Golf Club
• Dubai International Airport is a 30-minute drive away
• A 10-minute drive from Dubai Autodrome in Sports City