DAMAC Villas, DAMAC Hills (Akoya by DAMAC)

DAMAC Villas by Paramount Hotels & Resorts is a themed sub-community based on Paramount Pictures. It is located within the greater district of DAMAC Hills (Akoya by DAMAC). The aim of this sub-community is to offer a Hollywood-themed living experience. The eastern border of DAMAC Villas is linked with Al Qudra Road (D63) which connects with Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54).

• Offers villas with 3 to 6-bed configurations
• A sub-community themed on Paramount Pictures
• Fully managed security and maintenance facilities 
• Golf courses built according to international standards
• Located in the greater district of DAMAC Hills (Akoya by DAMAC)

This community is perfect for families wanting to live a Hollywood-themed lifestyle. DAMAC Villas offers amenities such as a Paramount Clubhouse, restaurants and an 18-hole golf course in Trump International Golf Club that enable residents to enjoy the highest standard of living.

Popular points of Interest in DAMAC Villas include:

• Swimming pool with jacuzzi
• Large outdoor movie screening theatre
• Dedicated kids club 
• Reputable restaurants 
• Community gymnasium

There are also several parks around the neighbourhood where residents can enjoy the surrounding green landscapes.

DAMAC Villas feature 3 to 6-bedroom paramount-branded villas. The two-story villas have detailed interiors and come with selected furnishings to reflect the Hollywood-themed lifestyle.

Each property is surrounded by private green spaces with a deck and swimming pool. The ground floor consists of an ensuite guest bedroom, living and family dining areas, a fully-fitted modern kitchen, a maid’s room and a driver’s accommodation. The upper floor has ensuite bedrooms with built-in wardrobes. The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet along with a spacious balcony to overlook the town.

Sale trends in DAMAC Villas varied according to the different layouts.

• A typical 4-bed villa for sale in DAMAC Villas has around 3,566 sq. ft. of floor space and 4-bathrooms. One can expect to pay an average price of AED 3.29M for these villas. 
• The average purchase price for a villa on sale with 5-bedrooms in DAMAC Villas is around AED 5.56M. These villas usually come with 6-bathrooms and around 5,400 sq. ft. of floor space.
• The average sale price for a 6-bedroom villa in DAMAC Villas is AED 14.7M. These villas come with 6 to 8-bathrooms and with a floor space of around 11,300 sq. ft.

Those looking for DAMAC Villas floor plans can browse through the 2D, 3D and 3D live floor plans on Bayut.

DAMAC Villas come with a parking garage. Visitors can park their vehicles along the roadside.

Residents relying on public transportation can find a few bus stops near DAMAC Villas. The nearest is Damac Hills, The Field bus stop. It takes a minute’s drive or a walk for 6-minutes to reach there. Mudon Al Salam Town Centre bus stop is located at a 9-minute walk. Two other bus stops, Arabian Ranches 2 and Sustainable City Main Entrance are a little further away.

Metro stations near DAMAC Villas are located at a distance of about 20-minutes via car or bus. Residents can use the nearby RTA bus to get to a metro station.

There are a few supermarkets near DAMAC Villas. Geant Express Supermarket Mudon can be reached in 11-minutes by foot. This supermarket is usually open till midnight and carries a wide range of grocery items. Carrefour – DAMAC Hills, is an 8-minute drive away. Another branch of Carrefour is located in the Ranches Souk, at a drive of 6-minutes.

Zoom is located within The Sustainable City Dubailand and is 6-minutes away. This supermarket carries all types of food items and it also includes a dedicated bakery that serves freshly baked pastries, croissants and other sweet delights.

There are a few Mosques near DAMAC Villas. One of the largest mosques located nearby is Arabian Ranches 2 Mosque (Al Shaqour Masjid). It can be reached in 6-minutes. Another option, located right next door, is Al Madina Al Mustadama Mosque in The Sustainable City. Both mosques are large enough to accommodate a few hundred worshippers for Friday prayers.

There are several churches near DAMAC Villas. About ten of these churches are just 20-minutes away, in the community of Jebel Ali Village. Some of these churches include the Evangelical Christian Church of Dubai, Christ Church Jebel Ali, Dubai Marthoma Parish Church and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church.

Sikh residents can reach Gurudwara Guru Nanak Darbar within 19-minutes. A newly opened Hindu Temple is located at a drive of around 20-minutes to facilitate Hindus living in the emirate. Lankaramaya Buddhist Temple is situated in Al Garhoud, at a drive of about half an hour.

Nurseries near DAMAC Villas include:

• Dibber Nursery in DAMAC Hills Mudon
• Step By Step Nursery and Pre-School
• Blossom Mudon Nursery Dubai

Step by Step Nursery and Pre-School follows two key curricula; The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and The Reggio Emilia Approach. This, added to their language programme helps boost the personal, social and emotional development of children.

Schools near DAMAC Villas include:

• Ranches Primary School
• South View School
• Jebel Ali School

Ranches Primary School is 6-minutes away from the sub-community. This school follows the UK National Curriculum for primary education. South View School is 9-minutes away and it follows the British Curriculum. Jebel Ali School is 5-minutes away and is one of the few non-profit schools that has been rated ‘outstanding’ by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).

Residents wishing to pursue higher education will find that there are some excellent universities near DAMAC Villas. The American University of Dubai is about half an hour away. This is a local university that is regionally accredited in the United States, which is the gold standard for university accreditation in North America.

Medical facilities near DAMAC Villas include:

• Aster Clinic Arabian Ranches
• The Chiron Clinic
• Emirates Hospital Day Surgery & Medical Center
• Iranian Hospital Safa Polyclinic

Clinics near DAMAC Villas include Aster Clinic Arabian Ranches, which is just a 6-minute drive away. Aster Clinic offers a range of OPD medical services and provides specialised consulting for orthopaedics, gynaecology, ENT, neuropathy and dentistry. The Chiron Clinic specialises in acupuncture and ancient healing practices.

There are also several hospitals near DAMAC Villas for medical emergencies. Emirates Hospital Day Surgery & Medical Center is 14-minutes away. This hospital is open 24/7 and has specialised departments for radiology, anaesthesia, pathology and family medicine. Iranian Hospital Safa Polyclinic is about 25-minutes away and has been awarded the Diamond Status by Accreditation Canada. Here residents can get specialised treatments for cardiology, dermatology, endocrinology and gastroenterology.

Nearby residential areas include:

• Dubai Motor City
• Dubai Lifestyle City
• Dubai Sports City

Dubai Motor City is direct to the north and it is a themed motor-sports-based residential community with its own racetrack. To the east is Dubai Lifestyle City, which is a Tuscan-inspired gated community designed by Beverly Hills designer Tony Ashai. To the west, one will find Dubai Sports City, which is a sports-themed suburb that is also home to the International Cricket Council (ICC).

Some very popular malls near DAMAC Villas include:

• City Centre Me’aisem
• Cityland Mall
• The Ranches Souk

City Centre Me’aisem is one of the larger malls near this community, which can be reached in 20-minutes. Cityland Mall is 14-minutes away. It has over 350 retail outlets and over 6,000 parking spaces. One will also find over 75 restaurants and 12 cinemas in this mall. The Ranches Souk is just 6-minutes away via car. This mall has around 35 retail outlets that include pharmacies and fashion outlets.

Popular stores in City Centre Me’aisem include:

• Sun & Sand Sports
• Borders 
• Early Learning Centre

Sun & Sand Sports is a popular retail store that offers sports equipment. Borders is a popular bookstore found only in a few select malls. Early Learning Centre is a popular store that sells toys designed to enrich the minds of little kids.

Some popular restaurants near DAMAC Villas include:

• Abatjour Bistro
• Carluccio’s
• Cafe Bateel

Abatjour Bistro is just 4-minutes away. This eatery is known for serving traditional Mediterranian food such as penne pesto, penne shrimps broccoli, abatjour lasagna and green tagliatelle. Right next door is Carluccio’s, which is a large Italian chain of fine dining eateries. One unique aspect of this restaurant is that they have a dedicated kids menu. Cafe Bateel Restaurant is also in the same district as the latter two and is located just 7-minutes away. This is an Arabian cafe that specialises in serving gluten-free food. It was also awarded the title of ‘Good Food Middle East’ by BBC.

Kickers Sports Bar is 16-minutes away. Here residents can watch the latest game with friends while enjoying their favourite drinks.

Some restaurants in City Centre Me’aisem include:

• Chillie’s
• Gazebo
• Leila
• PAUL Cafe

Chillie’s is an American casual dining restaurant where residents will find a wide selection of classic American steaks and Mexican cuisines. Gazebo is an upscale restaurant that serves classic North Indian cuisines such as palak paneer, chicken makhni, biryani, pulao and several other traditional dishes. For Lebanese food lovers, there is Leila, which is known for its fusion of traditional cuisine with modern touches. Coffee lovers will love lounging at PAUL Cafe. It is a French cafe that has over 125 years of history. Residents can enjoy a unique and rich variety of coffee blends here.

There are two major beaches near DAMAC Villas. Jumeirah Beach is 27-minutes away. This white sand beach is well-maintained with dedicated lifeguards and security always ready to assist. The other option, JBR Beach is 28-minutes away. This is a considerably less crowded beach compared to the latter. Here, residents can take boat rides, or even get on a camel. There is also a 600m running track and a dedicated beach volleyball court.

The closest landmarks near DAMAC Villas include:

• The Green Planet
• Dubai Marina Walk

The Green Planet is a drive of half an hour. This is an artificial rainforest where residents can see over 3,000 species of plants and animals. To reach Dubai Marina Walk, one would have to drive for about 25-minutes. Here, residents can enjoy the 7km long waterfront walkway. Along the way, there are several high-end cafes, retail outlets and eateries.

Some parks near DAMAC Villas include:

• Central Mudon Park
• Samara Villas Park
• Damac Hills Park

There are three parks near DAMAC Villas. Central Mudon Park is one of them. One can reach this park in 2-minutes via car. It has several walkways that are perfect for jogging or strolling. Samara Villas Park is 8-minutes away. It is a small community park most visited by residents of Samara Villas. DAMAC Hills Park is 8-minutes away. This is a large park with a lake and a tennis court. Residents are also allowed to walk their dogs here.

Gyms near DAMAC Villas include Fitness First Arabian Ranches, which can be reached in 9-minutes. This is a community gym for families. Another gym, located 15-minutes away, is Snap Fitness Motor City. What’s unique about this facility is that it is open 24/7.

Spas and Salons near DAMAC Villas include:

• The Loft Fifth Avenue – Mudon
• Stay Flawless Beauty Salon
• The Haven Spa and Beauty Salon

There is a decent selection of spas and salons near DAMAC Villas. The Loft Fifth Avenue – Mudon is just 3-minutes away. What’s unique about this salon is that it is one of the few salons that has been awarded the Orchid Beauty Award. Stay Flawless Beauty Salon is slightly further away at a 5-minute drive. Their services include hair, nails and body treatments administered by professionals. The Haven Spa and Beauty Salon is 10-minutes away. Ladies can enjoy services such as hair styling, makeup, and skin treatments.

Community members are encouraged to take part in events organized by the greater district of DAMAC Hills.

Pet lovers within the greater DAMAC Hills community have created a Facebook page that goes by DAMAC Hills Pet Watch. Here, residents can report lost and found pets. Or talk about pets that are up for adoption.

This is a family-focused community. It is one of a kind residential housing project for those who want to live like movie stars. It is close to major business centres and malls. The only downside of living in this sub-community is that there aren’t any metro. However, the bus stops located nearby can take residents wherever they may need to go.

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• Jebel Ali is located 28-minutes west
• Dubai International Airport is 30-minutes east
• Downtown Dubai is 29-minutes northeast