HIGHLIGHTS
ABOUT SAS AL NAKHL VILLAGE
Sas Al Nakhl Village is a peaceful gated community in the capital city. It is a villa-only community and one of the best and well-established regions on the crossroads close to Abu Dhabi – Al Ain Road. The area caters to all the basic needs of residents and offers a family-friendly lifestyle.
IN A NUTSHELL
- Hundreds of villas are available for rent and sale
- One of the pet-friendly places in Abu Dhabi
- Gated community ensures the privacy and safety of residents
- The area offers a tranquil lifestyle
- Best suited for families
- Close to Al Forsan International Sports Resort
Neighbourhood
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW
Sas Al Nakhl Village is developed by Aldar Properties, a leading real estate developer in Abu Dhabi behind a number of multi-use projects like Khalifa City and Al Ghadeer. The sub-urban village is counted among the popular gated communities in Abu Dhabi. It already has an immensely high occupancy rate despite being on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. The villas and townhouses, both are reasonably priced and are equally popular among expats and nationals.
PROPERTIES IN SAS AL NAKHL VILLAGE
There is a nice blend of properties for rent in Sas Al Nakhl Village including villas and townhouses. The area has several variations of 588 modern styled villas and townhouses available in 3, 4, and 5-bedroom units to choose from.
The villas for rent in Sas Al Nakhl Village are well-planned and the gated community ensures privacy and safety at all levels. There is a community clubhouse equipped with gyms, saunas, retail outlets and squash courts. The clubhouse has its own kids play areas, games rooms, tennis courts, steam rooms and Jacuzzis.
There is an open garden in each villa and in some villas, there is a terrace with a view of the whole community. To ensure the privacy of residents, the maid’s and driver’s room have a separate entrance. The community offers maintenance staff, security staff and waste disposal for every villa and townhouse.
Interested people can also find numerous offices in this area. These commercial units are located away from the residential community towards the outskirts of Sas Al Nakheel Village.
RENTAL TRENDS IN SAS AL NAKHL VILLAGE
Villa Type | Average Rental Price in AED |
|---|---|
Villa Type 3-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 144,000 |
Villa Type 4-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 165,000 |
Villa Type 5-Bed | Average Rental Price in AED 176,000 |
A cosy 3-bedroom villa comes with a spacious kitchen with modern finishing and fitted cabinets. The average rental price of a 3-bedroom villa is AED 144k while 4-bedroom villa in Sas Al Nakhl Village costs around AED 165k, per annum. The 3-bed and 4-bed villas are semi-attached properties.
Further there are detached 5-bed villas for rent in Sas Al Nakhl offering a living area of 3,400 sq. ft. to 8,000 sq. ft. The compound contains plenty of grassy landscaped areas. The annual rent of these units fluctuates from AED 165k to AED 180k. Further, a 4,000 sq. ft. villa compound is available in a 5-bedroom configuration. The yearly rental price for this villa compound would be AED 171k.
Hotels in Sas Al Nakhl Village
The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa is part of Abu Dhabi Golf Club in Sas Al Nakhl Village. Besides a luxury hotel and the one of the biggest golf courses in Abu Dhabi, this resort offers the best summer daycation deals you can check out on your next trip to the capital city.
TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SPACES IN SAS AL NAKHL VILLAGE
Sas Al Nakhl Village is a well-planned area so finding a parking spot is not a challenge. It is mainly because the residents of villas get covered parking space for two vehicles inside the villa.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION IN SAS AL NAKHL
There is no bus stop in Sas Al Nakhl Village. However, someone who is travelling through a public bus can use a number of buses that stop outside the area. Bus 160, 161, 163 and 218 have routes near Sas Al Nakhl Village. Taxis and private cars remain the best option for reaching this area.
AMENITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE
Sas Al Nakhl Village is a well-known gated residential area. There may not be everything inside the gated district but everything is within reach of residents of the area.
SUPERMARKETS IN SAS AL NAKHL VILLAGE
To fulfil the daily grocery needs of residents, there are a number of supermarkets in Sas Al Nakhl Village. Out of the many branches of Spinneys in Abu Dhabi, there’s one within this area too. Also, many smaller grocery shops/baqalas are well stocked daily essentials.
Other supermarkets that are reachable are Jaan Sami Hyper Market, Castle Rock Supermarket, Wheatfields, Al Haji Ahmed Supermarket and Baqalat The Dukkan Grocery all at a drive of 15 minutes.
CHURCHES, TEMPLES AND MOSQUES IN SAS AL NAKHL VILLAGE
There is an array of churches in Mussafah which are less than 15 minutes away from Sas Al Nakhl. Abu Dhabi Assembly of God Church, All Saints Anglican Church and Mar Thoma Church are a few that lie close to each other and residents of the community can easily reach any of these.
There are no temples in Abu Dhabi as yet but there will be one by the year 2020. Meanwhile, Hindu residents will have to travel to the Shiva and Krishna temples in Bur Dubai. Sikh residents can visit the New Gurudwara Abu Dhabi in Musaffah.
Abu Dhabi is known for its beautiful mosques. It is even home to the country’s largest mosque, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque which is visited by millions of tourists throughout the year. There are many mosques in Sas Al Nakhl Village.
Sas Al Nakhl Village Mosque is on the opposite side of Spinneys. Apart from it, the grand Shaikh Hamdan Bin Muhamad Al Nahyan Mosque, Khalifa Ghaith Mosque and Maryam Khamis Al Hamili Mosque are in the neighbouring area of Al Maqta.
SCHOOLS AND UNIVERSITIES NEAR SAS AL NAKHL VILLAGE
The biggest concern for families looking to settle in Sas Al Nakhl Village is finding a perfect school for their kids. This is because the area is not primarily situated in the centre of the city where the residents get various educational options. However, there are multiple schools in the surrounding areas. In fact, families already residing in the area face no difficulty in selecting an educational facility.
Preschoolers can be admitted to some of the top nurseries in Abu Dhabi. These include Al Forsan Nursery, Bright Kids Nursery and International Montessori Nursery as they are within a drive of 10 minutes from the residential district.
Numerous schools near Sas Al Nakhl Village are easily reachable. ADNOC Schools Sas Al Nakhl is located 5 minutes from the community and follows the American curriculum. Other schools near Sas Al Nakhal include Al Aryam School, Al Bahya Private School, Al Yasmina Academy, The International School of Choueifat Abu Dhabi and Raha International School. All these schools are well-known throughout the UAE and have established campuses in different regions.
GEMS American Academy Abu Dhabi offers both the American and International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. It is located in Khalifa City A at a 16-minute drive by car. The British International School Abu Dhabi offers the IB and British curriculum. It is situated behind the Abu Dhabi University in Zayed City, Abu Dhabi at a 17-minute drive by car.
Shaikh Hamdan Bin Muhamad Al Nahyan Quran Memorization Centre is a special education school located at an 11-minute drive by car.
One of the best universities in Abu Dhabi, Khalifa University – SAN Campus is just 5 minutes away for residents pursuing higher education. It is best for computer engineering, chemical engineering, civil engineering courses.
CLINICS AND HOSPITALS NEAR SAS AL NAKHL VILLAGE
There are numerous healthcare centres and hospitals near Sas Al Nakhl Village. NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City lies in the neighbouring residential area at a distance of 13 minutes. NMC is a multinational hospital chain providing healthcare facilities in 19 countries. It is one of the best hospitals in Abu Dhabi with a diverse workforce. Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women and Children is 12 minutes away.
To get medical assistance, Al Maqta Healthcare Center, Canadian Medical & Rehabilitation Center and Dr Fawzia Khalfan Medical Clinic can be reached in 10 minutes or less.
NEARBY AREAS
Sas Al Nakhl is set on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. The nearest residential areas include popular communities such as Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Khalifa City and Mussafah. Al Maqtaa Abu Dhabi lies towards the south of Sas Al Nakhl.
Lifestyle
SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
MALLS NEAR SAS AL NAKHL VILLAGE
There are a few smaller malls near Sas Al Nakhl Village but the more grand and well-known malls of Abu Dhabi are at some distance. One of the popular souks in Abu Dhabi is The Souk at Qaryat Al Beri which is a blend of modern and traditional styles. It is a waterfront mall with a bunch of retail options and is connected to the Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri.
Al Seef Village Mall and Mushrif Mall are roughly 20 minutes away. Other malls such as Al Wahda Mall, Khalidiyah Mall and Madinat Zayed Shopping Centre are 25 to 30 minutes away. These are some of the top malls in Abu Dhabi that are stocked with high street fashion, affordable items and best designer wear.
RESTAURANTS IN SAS AL NAKHL VILLAGE
La Brioche is the only restaurant in Sas Al Nakhl Village, it is a French restaurant that has several branches in all Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Castlerock restaurant is located on the outskirts of the community, it serves Indian cuisine.
There is a mix of restaurants near Sas Al Nakhl Village. From small cafeterias that have limited items in their menu to casual dining restaurants, all are at a few minutes from Sas Al Nakhl Village. Closely located restaurants include Bu Tinah Restaurant, Burger Hut, Al Marsa Al Shaabi Restaurant and File Inn Restaurant.
Fine-dining restaurants can be found in nearby hotels. Popular options include Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill in Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, the Indian eatery Ushna and The Meat Co in The Souk at Qaryat Al Beri. The Retreat, part of The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort and Spa is a go-to place for friendly meetups. It is one of the best British pubs in Abu Dhabi.
BEACHES NEAR SAS AL NAKHL VILLAGE
Abu Dhabi is surrounded by the Arabian Gulf, and there are many public and private beaches that are reachable from different parts of the capital city.
Yas Beach is a popular public beach located at a 22-minute drive away. The most visited beach of Abu Dhabi, Corniche Beach is barely at a drive of 24 minutes where visitors can jog or take bicycle rides along the beautiful coastal beach. Both are the most popular beaches in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi Beach does not have as many amenities as the other beaches but it is close to Corniche Beach.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS
For people who enjoy playing golf, Abu Dhabi Golf Club is 5 minutes away. It offers a 27-hole championship golf course and even night golf. It has a golf shop, golf academy and dining options.
Those looking for sports in Abu Dhabi can try their hand at any of the activities offered at Al Forsan International Sports Resort. The large complex offers equestrian sports, watersports, motorsports, shooting ranges and more. It is also one of the best venues for horse riding in Abu Dhabi. It offers riding services for all skill levels and age groups. It is just 9 minutes away from the area of Sas Al Nakhl Village.
Residents looking for nightlife options can visit Yas Island, it has many bars, hotels and malls. It is roughly 22 minutes away from the Sas Al Nakhl community.
One of the finest landmarks of the city is Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque which is 9 km away from the community. It is an architectural marvel and every year thousands of people visit it to witness the beauty of this grand structure.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY
The community park in Sas Al Nakhl Village has a special play area for kids. Residents can also avail the clubhouse facility in Sas Al Nakhl Village Abu Dhabi. Among others, the amenity list also includes a swimming pool which is the main fitness attraction of the area. There is a well-maintained temperature-controlled pool guarded by lifeguards all the time.
For fitness enthusiasts, Junior Gym and Lion Gym are there in the neighbouring area of Al Maqta. Mprove fitness centre is also reachable with a 10-minute drive.
Gossip Day Spa is near La Brioche Restaurant in the premises of Sas Al Nakhl Village while Nona Colonna Ladies Salon is in Al Maqta at a distance of 10 minutes. Other salons which lie near Al Forsan Village are Tips and Toes, Hajer Ladies Salon and Charm Slimming and Beauty Center.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Sas Al Nakhl Village has a Facebook group called: Sas Al Nakhl Village Residents Only. This group discusses events in the community and nearby areas as well as other community-related topics.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
Sas Al Nakhl Village is a small gated community on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. It has most of the basic facilities in the nearby areas and it is best suited for families.
FAQS ABOUT SAS AL NAKHL VILLAGE
WHERE IS SAS AL NAKHL VILLAGE LOCATED?
Sas Al Nakhl is a gated community located in Umm Al Nar, near Abu Dhabi Golf Club.
WHAT TYPE OF PROPERTIES ARE AVAILABLE IN SAS AL NAKHL?
It offers spacious 3, 4 and 5 bedroom villas with dedicated parking and private gardens.
HOW TO GET TO SAS AL NAKHL BY BUS?
The buses 160, 161, 163 and 218 have routes that pass near Sas Al Nakhl.
Location
- Abu Dhabi International Airport is 15 minutes’ away
- Yas Island is at less than 30-minute drive
- It takes 1 hour 30 minutes’ drive to reach Dubai