Rochester, DAMAC Hills (Akoya by Damac)

Rochester is a sub-community of DAMAC Hills (Akoya by Damac) featuring more than 200 exquisite villas and townhouses. The project by DAMAC Properties offers luxurious amenities and facilities to its residents that include leisure spaces, private gardens and retail options.

• Offers 3, 4 and 5-bedroom villas and townhouses
• Located in the popular golf community of Dubai
• Amenities nearby include schools, supermarkets and clinics
• Hessa Street allows easy access to major spots of the community

Rochester is one of the several sub-communities of The Park Villas, DAMAC Hills (Akoya by DAMAC) where residential units are set amongst lush green landscapes. Its proximity to the Trump International Golf Club makes it popular among golfers.

Properties in Rochester consist of 3, 4 and 5-bedroom villas and townhouses. The built-up area of these units ranges between 2,700 sq. ft. to 3,489 sq. ft. These G+1 storey units come with an expansive living area a fitted kitchen and a maid’s room on the ground floor. The upper floor has a master bedroom along with other bedrooms. Each comes with an attached bathroom and a built-in wardrobe. Other features include a private garden, pool and balcony.

The price range of villas for rent in the community is as follows:

• The annual rent for 3-bedroom villas in Rochester starts from AED 180k and goes up to AED 200k

The price range of townhouses for rent in the community is as follows:

• The annual rent for 3-bedroom townhouses in Rochester ranges between AED 178k to AED 190k

Those looking for other options can take a look at other DAMAC Hills (Akoya by DAMAC) villas for rent.

Investors can buy villas in the community at an economical price range

• The sale price of a 3-bedroom villa in Rochester starts from AED 2.5M and goes up to AED 3.7M
• Large families can buy a 4-bedroom villa in Rochester for AED 3M

There are a few townhouses also available for purchase in the community.

• One will have to pay AED 2.5M to AED 3.7M for buying a 3-bed townhouse in Rochester
• The expansive 4-bedroom townhouses can be purchased for AED 2.2M to AED 3M

Other clusters featuring townhouses in DAMAC Hills include Green Acres and Trump Estates.

Those looking for Rochester floor plans can browse through the floor plans available in the 2D and 3D formats on Bayut.

Parking spaces in Rochester are perfectly organised. Villas in the community offer covered parking space for two cars while visitors can use the vacant space outside the home for parking their car.

There is a bus station around the corner of the community from where residents can take Bus J03 for the commute. Other stations nearby are DAMAC Hills Golf Vista A bus station and DAMAC Hills Trinity bus station. Moreover, there are two metro stations located a short drive away from the community. These include Jumeirah Golf Estates Metro Station and Al Furjan Metro Station.

One can find a number of supermarkets near Rochester for daily grocery shopping. The nearest one is Geant Express Supermarket Mudon, a 6-minute drive away. It has dairy products, fresh food, organic products and bakery items. Other grocery points include Carrefour in The Ranches Souk and Zoom in The Sustainable City, both are located at a 9-minute drive.

Residents can head to Al Madina Al Mustadama Mosque and Mudon Mosque for daily prayers as both the mosques are located 8 minutes drive away. Other mosques near Rochester include Remraam Mosque and Al Adel Mosque.

Temples near Rochester; Guru Nanak Darbar and Zodiac Temple, are located 25 minutes away from the community. To visit churches near Rochester such as St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church and St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church, residents will have to drive for around 20 to 25 minutes.

Nurseries near the community are,

• The Blossom Mudon Nursery
• Dibber Nurseries
• Wonder Years Nursery

Dibber Nurseries Damac Hills Mudon campus comes with 10 classrooms, an open play area, and separate infant and toddler rooms with sleeping areas. Every classroom has access to an outdoor play area. This nursery follows the Norwegian curriculum.

Schools near Rochester include:

• Jebel Ali School
• Fairgreen International School
• Ranches Primary School

Located at a 6-minute drive, Jebel Ali School follows the National Curriculum for England with the aim of providing students of different nationalities with a supportive environment. Fairgreen International School is established and operated by Esol Education, the world’s largest operator of international American schools. It is a pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 school that follows the International Baccalaureate curriculum. The school is a 10-minute drive from the community.

Both the educational hubs of Dubai; Academic City and Knowledge Park are located at a 23-minute drive. Manipal Academy, Zayed University is in Academic City while Knowledge Park features the University of Wollongong, Middlesex University and many more.

A few of the medical healthcare clinics near Rochester are,

• Dr Anand Shenoy Dental Clinic
• Aster Clinic
• The Chiron Clinic

Dr Shenoy Dental Clinic is providing quality dental treatment at a budget-friendly price for over 14 years in Dubai. The clinic has gone the extra mile to provide care to patients in the shape of a game zone for kids and a massage chair for adults. It is located 14 minutes away from the locality. Aster Clinic is another healthcare institute nearby that offers medical services in gastroenterology, neurology, urology, orthodontist and many others.

To meet the growing demand for medicine, BinSina Pharmacy is located nearby to serve the patients. One can find it at a short drive of 7 minutes. Other pharmacies nearby include Life Pharmacy and Aster Pharmacy.

Besides Topanga community and other sub-communities nearby include Golf Promenade and The Field.

• Mudon
• Arabian Ranches
• The Sustainable City

Mudon is a residential complex project developed by Dubai Properties located in the north of the community. The gated community is located on the edge of the desert in Dubailand. Arabian Ranches is a self-contained gated community that offers convenient road links to Dubai. Located on the northern side of DAMAC, it is home to the world-class golf course, Arabian Ranches Golf Club.

Popular options for shopping malls near Rochester are:

• My City Centre Al Barsha
• The Ranches Souk
• City Centre Me’aisem

My City Centre Al Barsha is a convenient shopping destination for the groceries and lifestyle needs of the tenants. The mall is accessible in a 12-minute drive via Al Qudra Road (D63). A few popular outlets at My City Centre Al Barsha are,

• Carrefour
• Aldo
• Skechers
• Marina Pharmacy
• Red Door Salon
• Minutes Quick Services

Other shopping malls nearby include Cityland Mall, 17 minutes away and City Centre Me’aisem, a 10-minute drive away.

Residents can choose from these restaurants and cafés at Ranches Souk,

• McDonald’s
• Paul
• Chez Sushi
• Leila
• Carluccio’s
• Caribou Coffee
• Coldstone Creamery

Other established restaurants near Rochester are,

• Abatjour Bistro
• Tuk Tuk Thai Cuisine Restaurant
• Dodis Gourmet

One can enjoy authentic Mediterranean cuisine at Abatjour Bistro, 7 minutes away while Tuk Tuk Thai Cuisine Restaurant is famous for serving the best Thai food in the town.

Kickers Sports Bar can make your hangout with friends a memorable one. The bar has a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails along with salads, burgers and other fast food items. It is a 16-minute drive away. Other pubs nearby include Big Easy Bar & Grill and Birdies Sports Lounge.

Rochester is located a little far away from the top beaches of Dubai. JBR Beach and Al Sufouh Beach are both around a 29-minute drive. One can go towards Kite Beach, located at 25-minutes away if you are driving via Umm Suqeim Street. It is famous for its food trucks, water sports and vibrant atmosphere.

A few of the notable landmarks nearby include,

• Trump International Golf Club
• Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo

Trump International Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course designed by renowned architect Gil Hanse. It is located a 10-minute drive away from Sheikh Zayed Road. The golf course also features a clubhouse, an ideal place to sit and relax for families. Visitors can enjoy the international menu at Stoke House or the sports lounge at the Ninth. The club offers a swimming pool, golf pro shop and a golf academy with a 9-hole, par 3 academy course.

The 10 million-litre giant water tank is a must-see at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. It contains more than 33,000 aquatic animals in addition to the largest collection of sand sharks. One can view the aquatic animals 11 metres below from the surface of the tank through the walk-through tunnel. Other features of the aquarium include cage snorkelling, a glass-bottom boat ride and shark diving.

Outdoor facilities in the community are:

• Jogging track
• Basketball court

Fitness enthusiasts can head to Fitness First Athletic Concept Mudon, Fitness First Arabian Ranches and FitRepublik Fitness Centre.

Fitness First Athletic Concept is an open-style fitness area with treadmills, cross trainers and other powerless equipment. FitRepublik offers sports activities for adults and kids that include dance, martial arts and aquatics.

Salons near Rochester are,

• The Loft Fifth Avenue
• Rerotti Hair & Beauty
• NStyle Beauty Lounge

The Loft Fifth Avenue is an award-winning beauty destination with a talented team of professionals. Located a 7-minute drive away, the salon offers all types of hair treatment, nail care services and spa treatments. Rerotti Hair & Beauty specializes in the latest hairstyling ideas. The Rerotti Academy helps beginners to learn cutting-edge techniques in a creative and supportive environment. The salon is located a 10-minute drive away from the community. Spas nearby include Sea Salt Spa, The Haven Spa and Dreamworks Spa.

Residents can join a Facebook group named ‘DAMAC Hills (Akoya) Dubai, Owners & Residents’ to stay updated with community events. The group will also help residents in socializing with other community members. However, there is no Facebook group created by residents of Rochester yet.

Rochester is a peaceful community with deluxe and modern villas. For those relying on public transportation, moving to the community might not be ideal as the metro stations are a little far away.

Rochester is a residential community in DAMAC Hills set on the southwestern end. It features villas and townhouses in 3, 4 and 5-bedroom layouts.

• Dubai International Airport is 29 minutes away
• 24 minutes to Dubai Media City and Business Bay
• It will take 29 minutes to reach Burj Khalifa