DESERT LEAF, THE RESIDENCES

Desert Leaf is a collection of six residential clusters in The Residences area of Al Barari, Dubai. Being one of the gated sub-divisions of Al Barari, the greenest community in Dubai, Desert Leaf features luxurious villas, freshwater streams, natural lakes and landscaped gardens. Access to world-class amenities in a secluded environment is a major reason why people choose to live in the neighbourhood. Al Barari Development Company is the mastermind behind the development.

The opulent community of Desert Leaf is located near Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Road (E311) and the eventful attraction, Global Village. The strategic location of this green community allows residents to drive to the best tourist attractions in Dubai. It provides the ideal environment for families, couples and individuals alike.

• Offers spacious luxurious villas
• Located in the eco-friendly locality of Al Barari
• An abundance of facilities are within easy reach
• Developed by Al Barari Development Company LLC
• Global Village and IMG Worlds of Adventure are a short drive away

Built close to waterworks and large landscapes, Desert Leaf Al Barari adds to the thriving real estate market of Dubai. It is well-facilitated with a world-class fitness centre, schools, mosques and supermarkets.

Moreover, the neighbourhood is surrounded by lush green spaces and lakes. Therefore, residents get to live in a serene environment and enjoy a luxurious lifestyle at the same time. Besides this, the locality is also close to high-end renowned schools, gyms and malls.

The properties available in the community consist of villas that feature modern architecture. Developed by Al Barari Development Company LLC, Desert Leaf comprises villas that boast spacious floor plans. The villas in Desert Leaf offer living rooms, cove ceilings, recessed lighting, a backyard, a swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, a dining terrace and a barbeque area.

These villas also have a large upgraded kitchen, living spaces, a dining room and a home office at the main level. They are complete with walk-in closets and maid quarters. Therefore, the villas resemble a retreat and come with a terrace that overlooks a garden.

Those wanting to rent villas in Al Barari will have plenty of options. The annual cost of rental villas in Desert Leaf varies based on the unit type.

• 6-bedroom rental villas in Desert Leaf have a yearly rent between AED 1.25M and AED 1.6M
• One can also rent a 7-bedroom villa in Desert Leaf for a minimum of AED 1.1M per annum

Currently, rental options are limited in Desert Leaf Al Barari while interested buyers can find a wide range of luxury villas.

Villas available for sale in the locality are unfurnished.

One can buy a 6-bedroom villa in Desert Leaf for AED 19M, approx. For more eco-friendly options, you should also check out other villas for sale in Al Barari.

Residents of Desert Leaf Al Barari get to benefit from a dedicated parking spot. Each residential unit has enough space for parking multiple vehicles.

The nearby community of Arabian Ranches is well-connected and provides residents with the opportunity to utilise public transport in Dubai. Otherwise, one can rely on an online cab service or a taxi for commuting.

There are plenty of supermarkets near Desert Leaf Dubai. Residents can drive for 3 minutes to reach Waitrose to purchase their monthly groceries. Other nearby grocery stores include Carrefour, Viva, JMart and Grandiose. Carrefour stands as a global French retail enterprise renowned for its extensive selection of imported products. It ranks among the finest supermarkets in Dubai. On the other hand, Viva serves as a budget-friendly grocery outlet where individuals can acquire food products at prices below the prevailing market rates.

Al Barari Mosque is the nearest mosque to Desert Leaf Dubai. As it is located within Al Barari, it is within walking distance. Otherwise, the Living Legends Mosque in Dubailand is also a great option. It only takes 11 minutes to reach

There are many churches in Dubai that residents can visit to pray. A few notable churches near Desert Leaf Al Barari that one can visit easily include Coza Church, City Hill Church, and Emirates Baptists Church International (EBCI). On the other hand, one can also drive for 18 minutes to reach Bur Dubai. It is home to some of the most popular Hindu temples in Bur Dubai such as Shiva Temple.

One of the pros of living in Al Barari is its family-friendly environment. Besides, Desert Leaf and its close proximity to a variety of educational institutions make it ideal for families interested in moving to this place.

Some nurseries near Desert Leaf include:

• Odyssey Nursery
• Kids Spot Nursery  
• Falconcity Nursery

Moreover, Parents can enrol their kids in these schools near Desert Leaf:

• Repton School Dubai
• Kings’ School Al Barsha
• Dunecrest American School

Dunecrest American School follows the American curriculum as can be observed from its name. It is the nearest school to Desert Leaf and is known for its excellent educational facilities. In addition to this, Repton School Dubai is also an outstanding school that holds an impressive rating from KHDA. It follows the UK/IB curriculum. Lastly, there is King’s School Al Barsha which requires one to drive a few more minutes. It follows the UK curriculum and is an excellent school to send your child to.

Moreover, those wanting to pursue higher education can enrol in the following nearby universities.

• Zayed University
• Amity University
• The University of Dubai

Zayed University is one of the best universities in Dubai. It was established in 1998 and has three branches in the UAE. The university is known for its arts, business and health science programs. It provides merit-based scholarships and financial aid to top students.

In case of a medical emergency, residents can visit clinics and hospitals near Desert Leaf including:

• Mediclinic
• Aster Clinic
• Dr Kamkar Medical & Physiotherapy Center

The above medical facilities can be reached within a few minutes. Dr. Kamkar Medical & Physiotherapy Center is the nearest medical centre to the community. It offers prompt medical care. Another option that residents have is Mediclinic in Arabian Ranches. Aster Clinic in Aswaaq Mall is also a great option even though it is located a bit further away. It is considered to be one of the best clinics in JVC (Jumeirah Village Circle).

Other hospitals that residents can visit include Saudi German Hospital Dubai and Emirates Hospital Day Surgery & Medical Centre which take a little over half an hour to reach.

Jasmine Leaf and Silk Leaf are the other subdivisions within Al Barari. Other communities residing nearby are Living Legends, Majan, Falcon City of Wonders and the City of Arabia. Dubai Silicon Oasis is a master community located within a 15-minute drive. It is a popular mixed-use development in Dubai. As the community is situated in the south-eastern region of Dubai, it provides quick access to Arabian Ranches.

Residents can conveniently head to the nearby malls for shopping. Malls near Desert Leaf are:

• Cityland Mall
• Dubai Outlet Mall
• The Ranches Souk

Cityland Mall is the nearest shopping venue to Desert Leaf. It features a number of retail stores including Carrefour where one can shop to their heart’s content. Besides this, The Ranches Souk is also a great mall that has retail spots, entertainment spaces and more. Another mall where residents can be found shopping is Dubai Outlet Mall which houses renowned brands like Steve Madden, Puma, Calvin Klein, Babyshop and Mango. It is frequented for its amazing discounts.

Eating out is a favourite pastime among the residents of the community. As there are many restaurants near Desert Leaf Al Barari, one can check out the following spots:

• Chin Chin
• Purple Fork
• Shakespeare and Co.
• The Farm Restaurant
• Russo’s New York Pizzeria

From Chin Chin to Russo’s New York Pizzeria, there are many amazing spots that one can visit. Besides, Shakespeare and Co. is considered to be one of the best restaurants in Arabian Ranches and has even won the Good Food award in 2018. Hence, it is worth checking out if one is interested in Arabic and English cuisine. The Farm Restaurant offers the best English breakfast in Dubai. The Farm is known for its landscaped water garden and alfresco dining experience. The restaurant offers vegan and gluten-free meals. It is a multi-cuisine restaurant serving Thai, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Asian food.

As the coastline takes around half an hour to reach the community, hitting the beach is an activity that is reserved for the weekend. Residents usually drive to the following beaches to soak in the sun and have a great time.

• Jumeirah Public Beach
• Umm Suqeim Beach
• JBR Beach

The Al Barari community of Desert Leaf is close to numerous spots for leisure such as:

• Global Village 
• Dubai Miracle Garden 
• IMG Worlds of Adventure

Each of the above landmarks only takes 17 minutes to reach. Global Village is a famous multicultural park that attracts people from across the Emirate. It showcases cuisines and handicrafts from various countries. The destination is also known for its musical shows and fireworks displays. Another popular landmark that is visited by residents of Desert Leaf is Dubai Miracle Garden. It is right next to Dubai Butterfly Garden and is known for its flower sculptures and plants.

Finally, IMG Worlds of Adventure is a unique park that features adventurous rides and themed zones. It can host up to 20,000 visitors at a time and spans around 1.5M sq. ft. This mega indoor park is visited by both kids and adults for its Cartoon Network and Marvel-themed zones.

Exercise is something that the residents of the community take seriously. They enjoy working out at the following gyms:

• Core Gym
• Project Fitness
• Body Language Health Club

Body Language Health Club is the nearest gym to Desert Leaf. It is located within Al Barari and is a short walk away. The gym has high-end equipment and professional trainers.

For beauty and grooming, there are plenty of salons and spas nearby such as:

• Al Barari Gents Salon
• Way Out Beauty Salon
• The White Lily Ladies Beauty Salon

From Al Barari Gents Salon to The White Lily Ladies Beauty Salon, one does not have to drive far to take care of their beauty needs.

Residents of Desert Leaf get to live the best life. There are numerous events to stay busy throughout the year. One can participate in a sports tournament or attend a workshop within Al Barari to make new friends.

Al Barari, Al Barari Community and Living Legends and Al Barari Mums & Ladies are some of the Facebook groups that one can join for updates about the community.

Desert Leaf offers luxurious villas for rent and sale. It is a sub-community of the eco-friendly district of Al Barari. Anyone wanting to settle in a sustainable environment will find it to be the perfect option. However, one must be prepared to drive if they have to travel to central Dubai as it would take around half an hour to reach. But, it is part of the community’s charm since it has an oasis.

Desert Leaf is a villa sub-community in The Residences, Al Barari, Dubai.

Desert Leaf is divided into six sub-communities named Desert Leaf 1 to Desert Leaf 6.

Desert Leaf offers 6 to 8-bedroom spacious villas.

• Business Bay is 22 minutes away
• Dubai Marina is 30 minutes away
• Downtown Dubai is 23 minutes away
• Dubai International Airport can be reached in 22 minutes