Hacienda, The Villa

• Renting villas
• Buying villas
• Getting around
• Things to consider

The Hacienda is a landscaped sub-community based in the residential project of The Villa by Dubai Properties. Out of the series of four sub-communities, Hacienda Villas (also known as the Haciendas) is the third cluster from the left. It adjoins The Aldea from the west and is linked to The Centro to the east by two roads.

Hacienda offers a mix of 3, 4, 5 and 6-bedroom villas for rent as well as for sale. These houses are arranged in single rows, offering delightful views of the landscaped courtyards and gardens.

• Landscaped with fountains, waterfalls, date trees, parks and paved walkways
• Terraces of the houses overlook the lush greenery
• Most properties have private swimming pools and gardens
• Access to the UAE Sports Academy and GEMS FirstPoint School
• Next to Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club
• Close to Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street (D54)

Popular points of interest in The Hacienda are:

• Villa-clusters with courtyards
• A large community centre
• Many playgrounds and parks

The residential properties in Hacienda include 3-bed, 4-bed, 5-bed and 6-bed villas. These houses are distributed between two distinct areas of the sub-community. The area that lies next to the main road has six clusters of villas. Each cluster features a courtyard surrounded by the houses. The circular village has villas that encircle a large roundabout.

Since Hacienda is majorly a residential area, there is a small presence of commercial amenities. However, there are plenty of recreational facilities. There are paved walkways which one can use for cycling, jogging or for a simple stroll. The boulevards that run throughout The Hacienda are lined with date trees and well-manicured shrubs.

Residential plots in Hacienda range from 8,000 sq. ft. to 12,000 sq. ft. These plot areas comprise indoor living space as well as exterior yard space. The built-up sizes of the villas differ roughly between 3,800 sq. ft. and 10,000 sq. ft. The colour scheme of these charming Spanish-style houses varies between warm shades and cool tones. However, a few are painted white or with other neutral shade that creates delightful contrast against terracotta-tile roofs.

The size of the Hacienda four-bed villas ranges from 4,000 sq. ft. to 8,100 sq. ft. You can get a 5-bedroom villa that either measures 3,600 sq. ft. or has an average size of 6,139 sq. ft. or is as large as 8,627 sq. ft. The largest property, six-bedroom houses varies between 5,400 sq. ft. and 10,200 sq. ft.

The rental villas in Hacienda are available at competitive prices. Here are the estimates for 4 and 5-bed houses:

• 4-bedroom Hacienda villas with a covered area of 8,100 sq. ft. can be rented for AED 165k per year
• The average price of 5-bed villa for rent in Hacienda is AED 180k per year

Hacienda villas for sale offer great value for money as they provide a complete package which includes space, luxury, privacy and a landscaped environment. Interested buyers can take note of the following sales trends:

• The buying price of 4-bed villas for sale in Hacienda lies between AED 2.7M and AED 4M
• The price of freehold five-bed villas starts from AED 2.4M and goes up to AED 6M

The cost of 6-bedroom Hacienda villas starts from AED 3.8M and can rise over AED 7.6M. Some of these luxury houses also include a basement, an elevator and a large outdoor space that can fit up to five cars.

Private parking spaces in the Hacienda houses feature car porches for either one or two cars. Guests can park their cars in courtyards in front of the houses.

The nearest bus stops are dotted along the boundary of Dubai Residence Complex. Besides the Dubai RTA bus service, there are two options for public transportation near The Villa Hacienda Dubai. You can hail a taxi or ride an Uber from the residential community to any part of the city. Both transport options will take you around 25 minutes to reach areas such as Dubai Marina and JBR.

There are two Spinneys supermarkets in The Villa. One branch lies in the community centre of The Centro and the other is present in The Ponderosa. To access the other supermarkets near Hacienda residents will have to drive to Dubai Complex Residence.

There is a mosque near The Centre gate and Masjid A’aishah Umm Al Mu’mineen is present in The Ponderosa. Other than these two mosques near Hacienda, there are a few places along the Emirates Road (E611) where residents can go to offer their prayers.

One of the most easily accessible churches near Hacienda is City Hill Global Church Dubai. It is located on Dubai – Al Ain Road (E66) at a practical distance of 11 minutes.

Located at a minimum distance of approximately 20 minutes, some of the temples near Hacienda are Automech Gurudwara, Shirdi Sai Baba Mandir, Shree Krishna Haveli and India Harnath Ke Jama Masjid.

You will find a few educational options for every age group near the neighbourhood. Daycare centres and nursery options include:

• Kids Zone
• Chubby Cheeks Nursery

Kids Zone in The Ponderosa offers childcare for ages six months to four years. Chubby Cheeks Nursery in Skycourts Towers accepts children from two months to four years of age. Their academic year is split into three terms.

Some other schools near Hacienda include:

• GEMS FirstPoint School
• The Aquila School
• International British School
• Lycee Francais International Georges Pompidou

GEMS FirstPoint School is a premium British Institute in The Villa that caters to students from Foundation Stage (FS) to Year 13. Lycee Francais International Georges Pompidou (LFIGP) is certified by AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad). It prepares students from Grade 1 to Grade 12 for the French Baccalaureate as well as the Diplome National du Brevet (DNB) programs.

Around eight minutes away, Academic City offers several options for higher education. Some of these include Dubai English Speaking College, Dubai Men’s College, Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University and Zayed University.

Dubai London Clinic is a four-minute drive away in The Centro. It is one of the top clinics in Dubai. Ace Medical Centres is another clinic near Hacienda and it is found in Tower D of Skycourts Towers, an eight-minute drive away. There is a dental clinic and a few paediatric clinics in Dubai Silicon Oasis. There is also an out-patient clinic called Multicare Medical Centre in Liwan.

To buy medical prescriptions, residents can go to either Supercare Pharmacy branch in The Centro or the one in The Ponderosa. Some of the other nearby medical stores include HealthFirst in Skycourts Tower D and Najmat Al Sham Pharmacy in Abidos Hotel Apartment building.

Following sub-communities are near Hacienda The Villa Dubai:

• The Aldea
• The Ponderosa
• The Centro

The Aldea is known as a courtyard housing society that has multiple villas centred on a few shared courtyards. The Aldea is situated between The Ponderosa and Hacienda. The most western sub-community in The Villa is The Ponderosa, which offers a ranch-style lifestyle. The Ponderosa consists of 14 large houses with built-up areas ranging from 4,700 sq. ft. to 9,200 sq. ft. Located to the east, The Centro features a school, an organic shop and many other recreational facilities.

Some of the nearby shopping options include:

• Dubai Outlet Mall on Dubai – Al Ain Road
• Souq Extra in Dubai Silicon Oasis

Spinneys at The Centro and Spinneys at The Ponderosa are two town malls near Hacienda. If one wants to buy products of big labels at discounted prices, they can drive to Dubai Outlet Mall, which is just 10 minutes away. It has brands like Adidas, Vincci and Tommy Hilfiger. There is also a colourful retail shop called The Happy Place which features all sorts of toys, gift items and a play area for kids.

Residents can go to one of these restaurants near Hacienda:

• Oregano
• The Grill Pit
• KFC
• 800 Pizza
• Four Square Café and Restaurant

Those searching for authentic Italian restaurants in Dubai can visit Oregano for pizza, pasta, bruschetta, etc. The Grill Pit at Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club is a fine-dining restaurant where people enjoy having Argentinian-cut steaks. The fast-food chain of KFC is based near the ENOC petrol station on Emirates Road, just a five-minute drive.

Caribou Coffee in The Ponderosa and Ijaza Express Café near ENOC petrol station are a couple of cafes close to the neighbourhood. You can also find Starbucks in the community centre of The Ponderosa.

The peaceful environment of the neighbourhood offers a pleasant living experience in Hacienda. The calming water sounds such as waterfall cascading down the spill rocks and the bubbling fountain create a perfect backdrop for a day out within the neighbourhood. As for picnics by the sea, residents can drive to Jumeirah Beach. These beaches near Hacienda are 28 to 30 minutes away.

Nearby landmarks and leisure spots include:

• Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club
• Global Village
• Hamdan Sports Complex

Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club features four state-of-the-art polo fields along with 520 stables, a five-star hotel, a polo academy, a riding school and several residential options. There is also a spa and a few dining options. The academy offers professional training to people who want to either sharpen their skills or learn polo from scratch. It caters to individuals as well as to small groups whether they are an adult or someone below 18. People who are enthusiastic about learning horse riding can also check out Elite Rangers Equestrian Centre near the Emirates Road (E611) and Dubai – Al Ain Road (E66) intersection.

There are several facilities in Hacienda The Villa for outdoor fitness activities, such as:

• Tennis courts
• Jogging tracks
• Barbeque pitches
• Parks

The Villa community features a sports club called UAE Sports Academy that is situated at the south. The club has four tennis courts and a swimming pool. Other than that, the community is dotted with several barbeque spots as well as parks, offering residents venues for family gathering and outdoor parties. With pathways curving through the landscaped areas, the jogging tracks offer scenic views to runners and cyclists. People with more fitness-focused routines can visit the nearby Fit High-Performance Centre, Swing Yoga and Max Gym.

You can access the Refinery Beauty Lounge in the community centre of The Centro after just a three-minute drive and a 15-minute walk. Fabulicious Ladies Salon in Skycourts Towers offers hair, body, nails and facial services. The Iridium Spa at The St. Regis Dubai features separate treatment rooms for gents and ladies but there are two spa suites for couples as well. In addition to that, this upscale spa includes a pool, gym, sauna and a steam room. The Iridium Spa also offers light snacks and healthy treats to its guests.

The Villa Hacienda Dubai focuses on peaceful living so you won’t find any event taking place in the sub-community or in the entire neighbourhood. However, several happening areas within Dubailand lie close to the neighbourhood.

Residents can follow social groups on Facebook to stay in touch with all the latest news related to the community and its amenities. Some of these groups include The Villa Dubailand and The Villa Mums.

Hacienda lies in a family-oriented suburb with villas ideal for large families. The community does not include apartments but there are many to find in the neighbouring communities such as Dubai Residence Complex and Liwan.

• Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) will lead to Dubai International Airport in around 21 minutes
• The JBR Walk is accessible after a drive of half an hour
• Business Bay is at a distance of approximately 20 minutes