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About
Project general facts
This limited collection of exquisite homes is nestled in a private gated community that brings with it an inspirational lifestyle. These four-to-six-bedroom homes are presented in four different styles with distinctive designs and options. Each contemporary villa is meticulously curated with its pool, rooftop terrace, and courtyard and is a short stroll away from a beautiful central lagoon.
Finishing and materials
The selection of finishes, color tones, and textures are curated to create a home that evokes a sense of tranquillity and belonging. Step into expansive ensuite bedrooms with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer inspiring views. Advanced technologies for temperature control like AC, water heaters, and building materials that control the heat transition, create an exciting experience for multiple textures for different surfaces from marble to stone and wood veneer. Each bathroom is appointed with contemporary features and a soft colour palette enhanced by subtle lighting.
All the villas come fully landscaped with barbecue area, sunken seating, pool and garden areas.
Kitchen and appliances
Kitchens are equipped with gas stove, oven, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher and wine cooler. Show kitchen will be equipped with Miele appliances, dirty kitchen will have Siemens appliances.
Location description and benefits
Located in District 11 at the heart of Mohammed Bin Rashid City, this distinctive gated community nestles in green areas at one with nature. This highly sought-after destination radiates around a stunning central lagoon and enjoys a great location within easy reach of schools, shops, parks, and Downtown Dubai.
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Payment terms
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The developer hasn't released the structured payment plan yet, this often means the project is pre-launch, or that terms are negotiated case-by-case (cash deals often unlock developer discounts). Talk to us before booking direct.
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Location
25.13267, 55.34630
Nearby
- Avenue Mall - Nad Al Shiba8.8 km · 11 min
- The Indian International School7 km · 9 min
- Jumeirah Beach24 km · 23 min
- Downtown17.9 km · 18 min
- Dubai International Airport24.5 km · 20 min
About MBR District 11
MBR District 11 is one of Dubai's recognized investment communities, with 18 projects in our catalogue. Detailed area profile in development.
Explore MBR District 11About Ellington
Ellington Properties Development LLC, founded in 2014, is a design-led developer specializing in mid-luxury residential projects across Dubai's key districts including Sobha Hartland, Business Bay, Arjan, and MBR District 11. With 40 projects in its portfolio and a portfolio including signature developments such as Wilton Park Residences, The Quayside, Arbor View, Berkeley Place, and The Crestmark, the developer maintains a focus on thoughtful architectural design and curated living spaces.
Building details
The Hideaway Villas
FIVE-BEDROOM VILLAS
The Escape Villas
FIVE-BEDROOM VILLAS
The Retreat Villas
SIX-BEDROOM VILLAS
The Oasis Villas
FOUR-BEDROOM VILLAS
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Frequently asked questions
About The Sanctuary
When does The Sanctuary hand over?
Handover of The Sanctuary is planned for Q1 2027. Handover dates are set by the developer and can shift, so treat the date as a target, not a guarantee.
Where is The Sanctuary located?
The Sanctuary is located in MBR District 11, Dubai. The location section on this page has the map and nearby points of interest.
Who is the developer behind The Sanctuary?
The Sanctuary is developed by Ellington. The developer's track record and full project list are on our Ellington page.
Why Dubai off-plan
The macro case for buying off-plan in Dubai
These six pillars apply to every project on this site, not just this one. If you're new to the UAE market, they're the context you need before evaluating the specific unit above.
0% interest, ever
Off-plan payment plans are interest-free, end to end. Every instalment is at face value, no APR, no compounding, no balloon hidden in the back. Buyers from interest-bearing markets routinely underestimate how much this saves over a 3-5 year hold.
No income or capital-gains tax on property
Dubai charges no annual property tax, no income tax on rental yield, and no capital-gains tax on resale. The DLD 4% transfer fee is a one-time cost at registration, after that, your returns are yours.
20% usually opens the unit
Most off-plan plans book with a ~20% reservation deposit. You're under contract with the developer immediately, with the rest spread across construction milestones. The deposit is what unlocks the buy-side, not the full unit price.
Post-handover plans extend the runway
Many projects offer 2-4 years of post-handover instalments, meaning a chunk of the price gets paid AFTER you take keys. Once the unit is rented, that income can help cover the post-handover payments, rarely the full instalment, but enough to make the cash-flow comfortable rather than tight.
Golden Visa from AED 2M
A property purchase of AED 2M+ qualifies the buyer (and family) for the UAE Golden Visa, a 10-year renewable residency. The visa is the headline benefit; for many international buyers it's the actual reason to buy in Dubai.
Freehold ownership for foreigners
Across the 80+ freehold zones (Dubai Marina, Downtown, Palm Jumeirah, Business Bay, JVC, Dubai Hills, and the rest), foreigners own 100% of the asset and the land. There's no Emirati partner requirement, no lease structure, title deed in your name.
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