Calero, DAMAC Hills (Akoya by DAMAC)

Calero by DAMAC Properties is a gated community in DAMAC Hills (Akoya by DAMAC), offering townhouses in various configurations. Residents can easily access grocery stores, educational institutes and dining options. Since the neighbourhood is near Hessa Street, connecting to other key city areas only requires a short drive.

• A sub-community in The Park Villas, DAMAC Hills
• 3 to 5-bedroom townhouses are available for rent and sale
• Surrounded by popular apartment complexes and villa communities
• A project by DAMAC Properties
• Located close to Hessa Street

Calero is a gated community offering well-designed townhouses. The community is designed to promote a healthy lifestyle among residents. Its proximity to outdoor facilities such as cycling paths and jogging tracks adds to the appeal. The well-connected road network is another attractive feature of the community.

Properties in Calero include townhouses in 3, 4 and 5-bedroom configurations. These two-storey townhouses have a spacious living area, a maid’s room with an attached bathroom and floor-to-ceiling windows. Each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and built-in wardrobes. Residents can also find a private garden, parking area and a balcony in these houses.

The price range of townhouses for sale in Calero starts from AED 2M and goes up to AED 3M. The sale price of a 3-bedroom house is AED 3M, while the price range of 4-bedroom townhouses for sale in Calero fluctuates between AED 1.9M to AED 2.9M.

Finding a parking spot in Calero isn’t a hassle, as each townhouse has a dedicated parking space for two cars. Visitors can use the street parking facility.

Public transportation near Calero includes bus and taxi services. Bus J03 has routes that pass near the gated community, while online cab service is available 24 hours. The nearest metro stations are Ibn Battuta Metro Station and Jebel Ali Metro Station are located a 20-minute drive away.

Those with private conveyance use Hessa Street to access Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Emirates Road.

Carrefour is one of the best supermarkets in Dubai that opened its 67th branch in DAMAC Hills. The supermarket has a variety of quality grocery items, food-to-go counters and online shopping facilities. It is located at a walking distance of 6 minutes from the gated community. Other supermarkets near Calero are Spinneys, Geant Express Supermarket, Zoom and BlueMart Supermarket.

Muslim fellows can head to Mudon Mosque and Al Shaqoor Mosque to offer their daily prayers. Both mosques near Calero are located at a 12-minute drive.

Churches near Calero are around 20 minutes away. These include Dubai Mar Thoma Church and St. Francis of Assisi Church. Hindu community members must drive around half an hour towards the north to visit Bur Dubai temples. Guru Nanak Darbar is the nearest Gurdwara for Sikh residents, situated at a 19-minute drive in the neighbouring community, Jebel Ali.

Nursery schools near the community are:

• Dibber Nursery
• The Wonder Years Nursery
• Kinder Castle Nursery

Dibber Nurseries follows the Norwegian curriculum, focusing on play-based, holistic and interactive learning methods. It accepts children aged from birth to four years old. This branch is located at Hessa Street, Remraam Desert Road, Mudon.

The Wonder Years Nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. It enrols kids aged six months to four years old. The nearest branch is located in Dubai Sports City.

Kinder Castle Nursery offers the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for kids between 45 days – 5-years-old. It is one of the best nurseries near JVC and has a branch located at Club Drive, Dubai Sports City.

Parents with school-going children will also find several reputable education institutes near the community. These include:

• Jebel Ali School
• South View School Dubai
• Fairgreen International School

Jebel Ali School follows the National Curriculum of England for children of Foundation Stage to Year 11. The school has spacious classrooms, science laboratories, libraries, an auditorium and a lecture theatre. It is the only school in DAMAC Hills located at a 6-minute drive near Hessa Street. Other schools near Calero are Fairgreen International School and Ranches Primary School.

Healthcare facilities near Calero include:

• Core Care Poly Clinic
• Aster Clinics
• Cooper Health Clinic

Core Care Poly Clinic has a diversified team of professionals offering services related to paediatrics, physiotherapy, ENT and ophthalmology. The clinic is a 12-minute drive from the neighbouring community, Sustainable City. Mediclinic and Saudi German Hospital are the other best hospitals in Dubai located in proximity.

Calero is surrounded by popular residential communities of DAMAC Hills (Akoya by DAMAC). These include:

• Phoenix
• Golf Horizon
• Trinity

Apart from the villa and townhouse communities, several apartment towers are located near Calero. These include Golf Vista and Golf Panorama B. The gated residential project Mudon and the master development of Emaar Properties Arabian Ranches 2 are situated to the north of the community. Other nearby areas include Remraam and Dubai Studio City.

Popular shopping destinations near Calero are:

• The Ranches Souk
• Cityland Mall
• Mall of the Emirates

The Ranches Souk is a small-sized community mall with several shops and dining options. Cityland Mall is one of the best malls in Dubai, located within a short drive of 16 minutes from the community. The nature-inspired shopping mall is home to around 350 retail outlets, more than 75 restaurants and cafés and a range of leisure facilities.

Popular stores in the mall are The Body Shop, Mumuso, Coral Perfumes, The Home and Creche Out. The highlight of the shopping mall is the open-air green space called The Garden. It will have shaded seating areas, dining facilities and a mini Dubai Miracle Garden.

Residents looking for dining options can choose from these restaurants near Calero:

• Abatjour Bistro
• Lucky’s Pizza
• Big Misteaks
• Fifth Circle Restaurant & Café
• Little Neighbourhood Restaurant

Other fine dining options nearby include:

• Indego by Vineet
• Eauzone
• Rhodes W1

The nearest shopping malls, such as The Ranches Souk and Al Salam Town Centre, also feature several F&B outlets, such as KFC, McDonald’s and Subway.

One must prepare for a half-hour drive to visit some of the top beaches in Dubai. These include Al Sufouh Beach and Jumeirah Public Beach. If you want to enjoy water sports activities, then opt for Kite Beach near Calero. There are several services from where you can rent or purchase sports equipment for kayaking, surfing and paddleboarding. Other activities at the beach include skateboarding, a volleyball court and an outdoor gym.

A few notable landmarks nearby are:

• Trump International Golf Club
• Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club
• Dubai Miracle Garden

Trump International Golf Club is a notable landmark in the heart of DAMAC Hills (Akoya by DAMAC). The golf club has an 18-hole championship course, a 9-hole floodlit par three course and a clubhouse featuring dining facilities and a fitness centre. The expansive clubhouse also has an infinity swimming pool and a golf pro shop. The golf course is near Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Emirates Road.

Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club is another popular leisure spot near Calero. It has a range of modern facilities for polo and horse riding, along with dining options and a wellness centre. If you are a learner, the club has designed different lesson packages for interested individuals and groups. The club also hosts international events for polo, showjumping and social events.

Other leisure spots near the community are Dubai Butterfly Garden and Dubai Autodrome.

Residents can keep their fitness regimes on track thanks to:

• Mudon community park
• Malibu Bay
• Al Qudra Cycling Track

Those looking for an indoor fitness centre can head to these gyms near Calero:

• Fitness First Mudon
• Gym Al Ramth
• Optimal Fitness

Salons near Calero include 4 Her Ladies Salon, Eternity Beauty Salon and NStyle Beauty Lounge. All these salons nearby are located 12 to 15 minutes away.

Trump International Golf Club and Dubai Golf & Polo Club host several sporting events all around the year.

Residents can join the Facebook group called ‘DAMAC HILLS (Dubai) – Owners & Residents’ to stay connected with community members. The group will also keep you updated about the upcoming events in the community.

Calero is an ideal residential community for those looking for elegantly designed homes equipped with luxurious amenities. If you plan to move to the community, remember that public transportation is limited. It will be better to rely on private conveyance for the commute.

Calero is a gated residential community in DAMAC Hills (Akoya by DAMAC) set on the eastern side of the parent community.

• Dubai International Airport is accessible at a 30-minute drive
• It will take a half an hour’s drive to reach Downtown Dubai and Jebel Ali
• An 18-minute drive to Global Village Dubai
• Ibn Battuta Mall is located at a 22-minute drive