Villa Lantana 2, Dubai Science Park

Villa Lantana is a gated villa development in Dubai Science Park. The master development comprises over 440 villas, designed for close-knit community living. The development features 3, 4 and 5-bedroom detached and semi-attached family homes offering a choice of 17 different villa designs. Villa Lantana 2 is one of the two sub-communities of Villa Lantana featuring two-storey villas.

• A sub-district of Villa Lantana
• Located in Dubai Science Park
• A project by Tecom Investments
• Offers 3 to 5-bedroom spacious residences

Villa Lantana 2 Al Barsha is a family-friendly neighbourhood with several communal and recreational facilities nearby. It is set close to Umm Suqeim Street (D63), Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and the primary retail and business hubs of the emirate, providing ease for the commute. The area is also close to schools, mosques and grocery stores nearby.

Villa Lantana 2 Al Barsha is home to 3, 4 and 5-bedroom detached and semi-detached villas available in 14 different designs. The upper floor has a master bedroom along with other bedrooms and a family room, while the ground floor has a fitted kitchen, living area, maid’s room and powder room. These houses come with a terrace, majlis and guest bedroom.

Those with private vehicles can use Umm Suqeim Street (D63) and Hessa Street, running on the eastern and western sides of the community, respectively. It connects with Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road in a 5-minute drive and Al Khail Road (E44) within an 8-minute drive.

Villa Lantana 2 Dubai offers plenty of parking spaces, facilitating tenants and visitors alike. Each villa has a dedicated facility accommodating two vehicles while guests can use street parking.

Bus and metro stations are the modes of public transportation near Villa Lantana 2 Al Barsha. These include Dubai Science Park, City Center 1 & 2 bus stops, Dubai Science Park Complex 1 bus stop and Dubai Science Park, Villa Lantana 2 bus stop. These are serviced by the F36 bus route and are 4 to 6-minute drive away.

Dubai Internet City Metro Station is one of the Red Line metro stations in Dubai. It is accessible within a 15-minute drive by car.

Residents can buy groceries, household products and other essentials from nearby supermarkets. These include VIVA Supermarket - Arjan, Berry Supermarket, Grandiose- Al Sayyah Residence A, Arjan, Top In Town Supermarket LLC, Blue Mart Supermarket ARJAN, Day Night Supermarket, Heartland Supermarket Arjan and LuLu Express Fresh Market - Al Barsha South. These outlets of the best supermarkets in Dubai are easily accessible in a 5 to 10-minute drive.

Muslims can find plenty of mosques near Villa Lantana 2 Al Barsha to offer daily and congregational prayers. These include Al Karmastaji Mosque Arjan, Abu Bakr Al Siddique Mosque, Bin Huraiz Mosque, Al Rayhan Mosque, Ahmed Al Ghaith Mosque and Khalfan Bin Shannaf Mosque. All these mosques are accessible in a 7 to 8-minute drive.

Emirates Baptist Church and Fellowship Dubai are a few churches near Villa Lantana 2 at a 15-minute drive, while temples in Bur Dubai are accessible within a half an hour drive.

The community has several reputable schools within the vicinity. Dovecote Nursery is one of them following the EYFS curriculum for children up to 3 years old. Other nursery schools near the community are Smart Start Kindergarten and Building Blocks Nursery.

Towards the north lies Repton Al Barsha, previously known as Foremarke School, following the National Curriculum of England for Foundation Stage to Year 9 students. It is one of the best schools in Al Barsha, situated a 4-minute drive away.

Dwight School Dubai is another notable education institute that offers an IB curriculum to students. Other schools near Villa Lantana 2 are Brighton College Dubai at an 8-minute drive and Dubai Heights Academy at a 10-minute drive.

Neuro Spinal Hospital is the nearest healthcare facility for residents of the villa community. It has the latest diagnostic equipment and treatment technology, providing quality services to patients. The fully-equipped operating rooms, interventional radiology and 24-hour emergency and diagnostic centre are a few hospital facilities. Other clinics near Villa Lantana 2 Dubai Science Park are Irham Medical Centre and 7 Dimensions Medical Centre.

Villa Lantana 2 is set amongst the popular projects of Dubai Science Park, such as Montrose Residence and Bella Rose. Towards the north lies Villa Lantana 1, while Q Gardens Boutique is situated to the south-western side. Other nearby areas include Jumeirah Village Circle and Motor City.

My City Centre Al Barsha is the nearest shopping facility with several retail outlets, dining options and an anchor store of the Carrefour hypermarket. It is located a 4-minute drive away from the community. If you are looking for a full-fledged shopping experience, you must drive to the Mall of the Emirates. It is one of the best malls in Dubai, home to around 600 retail outlets, 100 F&B outlets and a range of entertainment facilities. Some popular stores in the Mall of the Emirates are Sephora, Zara, Kate Spade, Mango and Gucci. The shopping mall is a 15-minute drive via Umm Suqeim Street. Other malls near the community are Al Barsha Mall and City Centre Me’aisem.

Foodies can find a variety of restaurants near Villa Lantana 2 Dubai. Some popular ones are:

• Babu Town Restaurant
• Grill Master Restaurant
• Zest Restaurant
• Fusion Restaurant
• Zekrayat Restaurant

If you are looking for mouth-watering curries and biryanis from the sub-continent, you must visit D’Fusion at Grandeur Hotel Al Barsha. It is one of the top Indian restaurants in Dubai, offering a range of traditional dishes along with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Other restaurants nearby are Gharana and Hitchki.

JBR Beach is one of the popular picnic spots for families and individuals alike. It offers a range of fun-filled activities, including water sports facilities, retail outlets, dining options and more. Residents of the villa community can reach the spot in a 15-minute drive. Other beaches near Villa Lantana 2 are Umm Suqeim Beach and Al Sufouh Beach.

Popular leisure spots near Villa Lantana 2 Al Barsha are:

• Dubai Autodrome
• Miracle Garden Dubai
• Ski Dubai

Dubai Autodrome is a renowned motorsports facility featuring FIA-sanctioned circuits in different configurations. Visitors can either enjoy a single-seater driving experience or sit alongside a professional driver for a hot laps track experience. It will take a short drive of 10 minutes to reach the facility.

Those interested in visiting a peaceful spot with family then head to Miracle Garden in a 5-minute drive. It is the largest flower garden featuring 50 million flowers set in different arches and shapes. Besides several exhibits, the Butterfly Garden is the park’s highlight, home to around 15,000 butterflies kept in customised domes.

Ski Dubai is a winter wonderland offering snow-filled fun year-round. This indoor ski resort features slopes, a snow park, and activities like snowboarding and tobogganing. Perfect for families and adventure seekers, it allows visitors to experience real snow in the desert. It is located in the Mall of the Emirates.

There is a community centre in Villa Lantana 2 Dubai featuring:

• Football and tennis courts
• Children’s play area
• Walking and jogging trails

Residents can also drive for around 15 minutes to reach Al Barsha Pond Park. It is a family-friendly spot with an artificial pond, an outdoor gym, a boating facility and play areas for children. Other parks nearby are Al Barsha South Lake Park and JVC Community Park.

Indoor fitness facilities include Sands Fitness and GymNation Motor City. Both the gyms near Villa Lantana 2 are easily accessible in an 11-minute drive. Beauty care options for gents and ladies are also situated within a short drive away. These include Super Trim Gents Salon, Salon by Mitz and The Den Salon Dubai.

The Theatre in the Mall of the Emirates hosts plenty of events, exhibitions, concerts, workshops and other programs. It is situated on Level 2 of the shopping mall, featuring a black box studio theatre, rehearsal studio and an arch theatre with a seating capacity of 543 spectators.

Residents can join the Facebook group ‘Villa Lantana Owners & Residents’, ‘Villa Lantana Marketplace’ and ‘Villa Lantana Community Group’ to stay updated about community events.

Villa Lantana 2 Dubai is a family-friendly community with spacious residences and a range of communal facilities nearby. However, it is a part of a busy neighbourhood where traffic gets congested during peak hours.

• Dubai International Airport is at a 24-minute drive
• Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Beach Residence are accessible in a 20-minute drive
• An 18-minute drive to The Dubai Mall
• It will take a 17-minute drive to Jumeirah Golf Estates Clubhouse