In Dubai, some of the most prestigious residential communities are built around world-class golf courses. With undulating green hills, an abundance of birds, and expansive low-density living spaces, these communities offer a life of refined tranquillity, contrasting with more dizzying cosmopolitan areas like Downtown Dubai and the surrounding desert landscape.

One of the most charming golf communities in Dubai is Jumeirah Golf Estates, which is built around two championship golf courses, Earth and Fire. You don’t have to be a keen golfer to enjoy life here (though it’s certainly a heaven if you are) – with its winding pedestrianised streets, stunning Mediterranean-style villas, and expansive lakes, residents enjoy a life of quiet leisure, perfect for family living. This golf community is one of the largest bird sanctuaries in Dubai, with 340 species of native and migratory birds and 4,000 trees, encouraging a close connection to the natural world.

A community that has long reigned as Dubai’s most desirable neighbourhood for golfers and otherwise is the coveted Emirates Hills. This gated villa community is built around the 18-hole Montgomerie golf course, designed by Master Architect Desmond Muirhead in collaboration with the eight-time European Order of Merit winner, Colin Montgomerie OBE. Residents enjoy rolling green fairways set against the backdrop of the glittering city skyline.

Emirates Hills is famously home to some of the most premier custom-built villas in Dubai, from 19-bedroom palatial mansions to 4-bedroom homes with private infinity pools. This historic area was one of the first to offer freehold opportunities to foreign investors, creating a highly lucrative investment landscape.

One of the newest golf developments is the prestigious Dubai Hills Estate. Contemporary custom-built villas here are dotted around the lush fairways of an 18-hole championship golf course, with panoramic views of the city skyline. A locale that expertly blends modern living with lush landscapes, Dubai Hills has exceptional lifestyle amenities including Dubai Hills Mall and the Dubai Hills Golf Club.