Maeen 2, The Lakes

The Lakes, as the name suggests, is a serene development in the heart of Dubai. It is one of the Emirates Living communities developed by Emaar. Contemporary residential units and prime location close to the Emirates Golf Club make it a sought-after neighbourhood. Out of the various sub-communities in The Lakes, Maeen surrounds the central community lake. Here, Maeen 2 is a cluster of lakeside villas.

• Part of Maeen, a sub-community in The Lakes, Dubai
• Offers 3 to 5-bedroom villas overlooking the lake
• Direct access to the community centre, The Lakes Club
• Close to public transport links and the main road network
• Located between Emirates Golf Club and Jebel Ali Racecourse

Developed by Emaar, Maeen 2 offers all basic amenities as expected from any modern residential development. Besides offering views of the lakeside, the sub-community has an active outdoor environment. Key points of interest include:

• Jogging trails and biking tracks
• Swimming pools
• Community clubhouse

The development is gated and offers 24-hour security and CCTV surveillance. There are walkways connecting to the community centre and other residential clusters. Residents also get easy access to the Address Montgomerie.

On the residential side, you will find a range of duplex villas. There are 2 to 5-bedroom units in different layouts. You can check out Maeen 2 floor plans for each unit type on Bayut’s official website. Spanning 2,000 sq. ft., a 2-bedroom villa is based on two types of floor plans. Each features two bedrooms and three bathrooms, a lawn, parking space and a balcony. Some may also include two terraces. Likewise, there are eight types of 3-bedroom villas and two types of 4 and 5-bedroom units in Maeen 2 The Lakes. Bigger residential units may span across 5,000 sq. ft.

Residents can easily drive to other areas in Dubai from Maeen 2. Getting to Sheikh Zayed Road, E11 may take around 8 to 10 minutes by car. Also, all villas in the area feature dedicated parking spaces for two cars.

As for public transportation near Maeen 2, residents can choose between buses and metro links. The nearest metro stations, Dubai Internet City Metro Station and Al Khail Metro Station are 6 to 7 minutes away. Moreover, feeder bus 30 services The Lakes.

The only supermarket near Maeen 2 is Choithrams. It is a popular supermarket chain with many branches in the city. Other options like Carrefour in Al Barsha and ZOOM Mart are a farther 7 to 10-minute drive away.

There are a few mosques near Maeen 2; none are located within Maeen. Muslim residents can visit the Greens Mosque and Hamel Al Ghaith.

There are some places of worship concentrated on Al Fahidi Street. The popular ones include Shirdi Sai Baba Mandir and Shiva Temple. Reaching there may take around 25 to 30 minutes by car. Those looking to visit temples in Bur Dubai can prepare for a 20-minute drive.

Whereas, those looking for churches near Maeen 2 can find one around 10 minutes away, The Fellowship Church.

If you are moving to the area with toddlers, you can find a few nurseries in the vicinity. The most notable ones include:

• Raffles Nursery
• Jebel Ali Village Nursery (The Lakes)
• Jumeirah International Nursery

All of these options are easily accessible from the residential area. Other schools near Maeen 2 are:

• Regent International School (RIS)
• Dubai International Academy

Dubai International Academy welcomes students aged 3 to 16 and offers IB Primary Years Program and Middle Years Program. The school also has Diploma Programs and Career-related Programs for specialisation. RIS, on the other hand, is a project of Fortes Education offering the National Curriculum of England.

Maeen 2 is close to some of the best hospitals in Dubai. For medical emergencies and regular follow-ups, one can go to Mediclinic Meadows, Saudi German Hospital or American Hospital Dubai in the neighbouring communities. One can also find some pharmacies in the neighbouring locality of JLT, around 10 to 12 minutes away by car.

Other residential sub-communities in The Lakes also surround the area besides Maeen 1 and Maeen 3. Moreover, the communities outside The Lakes such as The Greens and The Views are part of the Emirates Living project by Emaar. Another close neighbour, Emirates Hills is a posh development boasting the expansive Emirates Golf Club.

As for shopping malls near Maeen 2, there are only a few options in closer proximity. For retail therapy, head straight to Al Barsha Mall. Whereas, a little farther away, you can access the Mall of the Emirates. It is popular for offering a wide range of entertainment options and F&B outlets.

Dubai Marina Mall in the heart of Dubai Marina is also a popular favourite among tourists and residents.

Only a few restaurants near Maeen 2 are conveniently accessible. There aren’t many options within the Lakes. Those looking to dine out can find some fast-food chains and international franchises like KFC, Pizza Hut and Papa Pingo. Wagamama Japanese Canteen and Al Kamil Restaurant are also close to Maeen 2, The Lakes Dubai.

With lakes and lawns in surroundings, one hardly feels the need to go anywhere else. Still, if you are interested in having a picnic at the beach, you can access some of the best beaches in Dubai like JBR Beach.

JBR Beach is an ideal spot for anyone looking for watersports events, parasailing and boating. It is generally crowded during weekends.

The master development is enveloped between two major landmarks, the Emirates Golf Club and Jebel Ali Racecourse. An 8-minute short drive from the cluster, Emirates Golf Club is a 36-hole golf course with an academy and fine-dining restaurants. Those looking to tee-off during weekends can also head to Address Montgomerie Hotel located 5 minutes away. It is one of the top Address hotels in Dubai with a golf course, two golf shops and a spa and pool too.

Whereas, if you’re fond of equestrian activities, Jebel Ali Racecourse is the place to be. The race track is particularly popular among tourist families with a capacity to accommodate 2,000 people.

For more exciting leisure activities, one can drive to Dubai Marina. There, you will find The Yellow Boat, Dubai Marina Yacht Club and Dubai Marina Mall. You can get your hands on a range of fun things to do in Dubai Marina Mall besides shopping such as fine dining, spa dates at NStyle Beauty Lounge, catching a movie at the Reel Cinemas or zipping across the area with XLine rides.

The community has many outdoor activities for residents. There’s The Lakes Club with a swimming pool and gym. It also has an aerobic studio, a retail store, sports courts and some cafes. One can practice squash, tennis and basketball in the dedicated courts.

As for salons nearby, you can find some in the neighbouring localities. Popular ones include Tips and Toes and The Nail Spa. The former is one of the best salons offering home beauty services in Dubai.

Many events and activities held at The Lakes Club are open to residents.

Maeen 2, The Lakes Dubai has a serene surrounding. It is ideal for anyone looking to live in a quiet and closely-knit community.

• Approximately 25 minutes from Dubai International Airport
• Dubai Marina is a 15-minute drive away
• Palm Jumeirah is 16 minutes away
• SZR is accessible in 12 minutes