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Situated in serene Sakhir are a number of luxurious housing developments coming on the horizon, ideal for those itching to get away from manic Manama and the spotlight is particularly shining on Oryx Hills.
People have started to move into the romantic desert residential community located in the southern end of the $1billion Al Areen development and enjoying its natural beauty.
The development has been planned to offer a peaceful environment fusing nature, wildlife, with a sense of community and modern architecture.
Situated between two valleys, the cluster of villas are also within easy reach of the highway, the Lost Paradise of Dilmun water park, the Al Areen Palace & Spa, University of Bahrain, the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) and a supermarket, as well as a few eateries and the Bahrain International Karting Circuit.
Aside from its modern design, buyers are also benefiting from the fact that properties are offering 100 per cent freehold title for all nationalities.
The 94,470sq/m development comprises of approximately 70 villas in three different styles with more than 20,000sq/m of landscaped common areas.
Star Real Estate has a fully-furnished five-bedroom villa for sale boasting quality finishings and lush greenery which is hard to come by in such a desert location.
The gated two-storey home has an impressive built-up area of 530sq/m and a land area of 1,002sq/m. It is surrounded by a green front and backyard thanks to its full irrigation system.
Upon entering the majestic home, there are two living rooms and a dining area in the centre, a kitchen and guest closet on the left and a guest bedroom on the right with a built-in wardrobe and ensuite bathroom.
The sizable kitchen is tiled and includes a storage or pantry area. There is an outdoor kitchen for heavy duty cooking. The guest closet has a vanity area and is also tiled. The bedrooms are all laid out with parquet tiling while the living and dining areas feature marble flooring.
Residents have access to the backyard, large patio and private swimming pool through the living room. The first floor features four bedrooms and an open area.
All four bedrooms include built-in wardrobes, ensuite bathrooms and balconies with views of the community and desert surroundings. One room leads out to a terrace overlooking the pool.
The second floor allows residents access to the roof for a picturesque view of Sakhir and the impressive BIC.
There is a driver’s room, maid’s quarter and laundry room outside. There is also a shaded garage large enough to fit three vehicles.
