Mistral Villas, Umm Al Quwain Marina

Mistral Villas is the second phase of Umm Al Quwain Marina, a master-planned community in UAQ surrounded by a natural lagoon, Khor Al Beidah. Developed by Emaar Properties, the project features 3 and 4-bedroom duplex villas designed for a tranquil lifestyle close to nature, away from the urban rush. The community's strategic location ensures easy connectivity, with a throughway providing quick access to Al Ittihad Road (E11), making daily commutes convenient.

• Freehold 3 and 4-bed villas at affordable prices
• A fully managed and maintained gated community
• 15 minutes away from Al Hamriya Free Zone in Sharjah
• Linked with Al Ittihad (E11) highway for convenient commuting
• The Arabian Gulf is just a few meters north of the neighbourhood

Mistral Villas offer a family-friendly environment, with natural, green surroundings in the heart of Umm Al Quwain.

Factors that make living in Mistral Villas appealing include:

• Dedicated nature trails for walking, running or cycling
• Parks and various other recreational facilities
• Several communal swimming pools
• Tennis and basketball courts

Just a few meters north, residents will find some ideal spots for fishing from the Arabian Gulf, as UAQ is considered to have some of the best fishing spots in all of UAE.

Properties in Mistral Villas consist of 3 and 4-bedroom detached duplex villas available in two distinct architectural styles: Spanish and Portuguese. The Spanish-style villas, known as Coronado, feature 4-bedroom layouts with total areas ranging from 3,458 sq. ft. to 3,809 sq. ft. The Portuguese-style villas, called Magellan, offer both 3 and 4-bedroom configurations, with total areas spanning 3,566 sq. ft. to 3,884 sq. ft.

Each villa has a living and family area on the ground floor as well as a fully-equipped kitchen, a spacious dining room and a maid’s room. The master bedroom along with other bedrooms are all located on the upper floor except in some layouts, one bedroom is on ground level which can be utilised as a guest bedroom or home office. All bedrooms are ensuite along with built-in dressing areas and sizeable balconies.

Those looking for Mistral Villas floorplans can browse through the 2D and 3D floor plans available on Bayut. Interested ones can also virtually visit the property via Bayut’s 3D live floor plans.

The villas in the community feature tandem garages for convenient parking. Additionally, visitors and guests can make use of the pavements for parking when necessary.

For residents depending on public transportation near Mistral Villas, the closest bus stop is Nesto Hypermarket Umm Al Quwain Bus Stop which is accessible in 14 minutes. To get there, one must simply drive heading west on Ittihad Road (E11).

There are several supermarkets near Mistral Villas, nearly all of them are situated along the main highway. The nearest is Supermarket Roma, one can reach this supermarket in 8 minutes via car. Other supermarkets near Mistral Villas include Al Amiri Supermarket, Al Salama Supermarket, New Ramla Supermarket and many more.

When it comes to mosques near Mistral Villas, the nearest one is Abu Bakr Al Seddiq Mosque, 8 minutes away. Many other mosques are also located in the neighbouring communities, a few of which are Amna Al Shaya Mosque, Al Awwabeen Mosque, Tareeq Al Jannah Mosque and Khamis Ali Hassan Al Ali Mosque.

The closest church near Mistral Villas is Our Lady Of Arabia Catholic Church. This church is located 14 minutes west of Mistral Villas in the Industrial Area of Umm Al Quwain.

Nursery options include:

• Apple Tree Nursery
• Butterflies Nursery
• Baby Zone Nursery

Nearby schools include:

• The English School
• The Elite American Private School
• The International School of Choueifat (ISC-UAQ)

Residents will find a varied selection of primary schools near Mistral Villas. The International School of Choueifat is a 13-minute drive. This school offers the SABIS curriculum, a proprietary methodology for teaching standards. At a distance of 14 minutes, residents will find The English School. While The Elite American Private School is 9 minutes away.

The closest medical facilities are:

• Sheikh Khalifa General Hospital
• Al Salamah Health Center
• Dr. Asish Medical Centre

Residents looking for hospitals near Mistral Villas will find that Sheikh Khalifa General Hospital is the nearest medical facility with a trauma centre. One can reach this facility in 9 minutes by heading southwest. Slightly further away is Al Salamah Health Center, a 12-minute drive heading southwest. For residents looking to get dental treatment without having to drive too far, they have the option to visit Dr Sunny Medical Centre, which is 12 minutes west via Ittihad Road (E11).

Nearby Residential areas include:

• Al Ramlah
• Al Neefah
• Leatain

Unlike other well-established emirates, UAQ is still developing. Thus, the number of neighbouring communities will be limited. To the northwest, lies the community of Al Neefah, right next to it is the vicinity of Leatain. To the southwest, residents will find the community of Al Ramlah. All of these areas are residential and offer a variety of properties both for rent and sale.

Residents of Mistral Villas have access to two main malls in Umm Al Quwain. The Mall of UAQ, the largest mall in the emirate, is located 15 minutes west, while City Mall is just an 8-minute drive away. These malls cater to everyday shopping and dining needs within UAQ. For a more extensive shopping, dining, and entertainment experience, residents can head to Sharjah, which is approximately a 30-minute drive from the community.

There are a variety of restaurants near Mistral Villas. Those who enjoy authentic Arabian cuisine can simply drive west via King Faisal Road for 14 minutes before arriving at Baith Al Mandi Restaurant. This is one of the more popular restaurants in UAQ that serves traditional style Mandi. Shams Al Aseel Restaurant & Cafeteria is more or less a typical casual dining cafeteria, it is great if one needs a quick bite to eat while on the go. It only takes an 8-minute drive southeast to reach this cafeteria. Also not too far away, at just a 7-minute drive, is the Winners Cafeteria & Restaurant. This is also a casual dining establishment that serves food that is similar to Shams Al Aseel.

One of the closest beaches near Mistral Villas is at a 10-minute drive, this is Mangrove Beach and is not suitable for swimming. It can be better classified as a tourist spot than a public beach. For those wanting to go for a swim, there is the UAQ beach that takes 17 minutes to reach. The best part about this beach is that it is far less crowded compared to beaches in Sharjah and Dubai. Also, the beach has rocky cliffs that can be a perfect spot for fly fishing. Apart from this, residents can engage in watersports activities such as parasailing and boating.

Most popular landmarks and places of interest in UAQ:

• Jazīrat as Sīnīyah
• UAQ National Museum
• Dreamland Aqua Park

Jazīrat as Sīnīyah is an Island that is part of UAQ. The Island appeals to those who love nature and wildlife in general, as this Island is in its natural state. It has mangrove forests where various species of birds congregate. Certainly, this can also be a great place for bird lovers to go birdwatching. Residents can reach this island in just 15 minutes by heading northeast.

For those who are curious to learn about the history of the region, they should visit the UAQ National Museum. One can expect to drive for 20 minutes heading north to reach there. Children can look forward to having a fun time in a nearby water park known as Dreamland Aqua Park, located at a drive of 18 minutes. These are just some of the top 10 activities in Umm Al Quwain.

Residents can stay fit at:

• Community Tennis Park – Mistral Ave
• Community Swimming Pool
• VIP Training Fitness

Mistral Villas features a Community Tennis Park, just a minute's walk from the centre, and a nearby swimming pool for residents to enjoy tennis and swimming. Residents who want to maintain their physique can visit VIP Training Fitness which is reachable in 6 minutes heading south. This fitness centre offers a variety of workout equipment that is suitable for cross-training, bodybuilding, and cardio.

Salons and spas nearby include:

• Liebe Spa
• La Perla Beauty
• Senses Spa

Salons and spas near Mistral Villas include Liebe Spa which is 10 minutes away. Along the same route, but at a 9-minute distance, lies La Perla Beauty and Senses Spa – both offer similar beauty treatments and services as the former.

The Mistral Villas community often has events organised for residents. For instance, many residents participate in the cleanup efforts for the surrounding lagoons. There are also community fitness events such as Boot Camp.

Mistral Villas has a Facebook page. One can visit this page by searching for Mistral Villas in Umm Al Quwain Marina in the Facebook search bar.

Mistral Villas offer a lifestyle that is close to nature. It is an ideal place for those who value a peaceful and noise-free living environment. However, taking public transportation may not be the most convenient means of getting around. The neighbourhood is well-connected, and those with their vehicle can get to Ittihat Road (E11) in just a few minutes. Residents have access to all the conveniences found in other well-established emirates such as Dubai, Sharjah or Abu Dhabi.

Mistral Villas is a residential sub-community of Umm Al Quwain Marina in UAQ.

Mistral Villas features standalone duplex villas consisting of 3 and 4-bedrooms.

Mistral Villas is a project of Emaar Properties.

• 15 minutes from UAQ Industrial Area heading southeast
• 15 minutes away from Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311)
• 18 minutes away from UAQ Airport heading east on Ittihad Road (E11)