Abu Dhabi looks set to be the next luxury hotspot in the United Arab Emirates when word gets out about an idyllic little isle named Nurai. The beautiful island takes after its name—derived from an Arabic word “nour” meaning light – with lush foliage, pristine waters, and spectacular beaches.

Nurai is Abu Dhabi-based real estate company, Zaya’s pilot venture into luxury residences. Situated northeast of Abu Dhabi, Nurai will be a sprawling luxury resort and exclusive private community of 60 suites, 31 beachfront estates and 36 water villas.

Each multi-storey water villa spreads over 515 square metres, has three bedrooms, four bathrooms, a rooftop garden with spa pool, and gourmet kitchen among other facilities.

The seaside residences have five bedrooms and six bathrooms over a range of 3,000 to 6,050 square metres. New York-based Studio Dror, led by Dror Benshetrit and Paris-based AW2, designed the residences and hotel resort respectively.

According to Zaya CEO Nadia Zaal, Nurai offers “all the services and comforts of a world class boutique resort” to complement every residence.

Hotel guests can even look forward to being greeted at a private helipad or marina, and enjoy the comforts of a fully equipped spa after a long day. Slated for opening in 2010, starting prices for Nurai’s exquisite residences are €20 million.

www.nurai.ae 

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