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Advice on specific compounds - Saadiyat, Mangrove One...

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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 06 November 2014 - 01:06

Hello,

Can anyone provide first hand information on living at the following compounds? We have a 2 year old and are wondering about swimming pools, playgrounds and a family vibe (and close to amenities) at the following places:

I understand these are in the same area, so wondering about the differences between the complexes:
1. Mangrove One
2. Bloom Gardens
3. Al Dhabi

4. Saadiyant Beach Residence Apartments (is it isolated and does it feel like living on a construction site?

How do people feel about living in these apartments vs. villas...
5. Ethiad Towers
6. Nation Towers

Thanks so much, these are the company provided choices (we pay nothing!) so just wondering what people think!

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EW EXPLORER
Latest post on 10 November 2014 - 06:38
Saadiyat Beach Residences are very family friendly. The pool area is very nice with a nice big pool for adults and a good kiddies pool. There is also a nice play area for small children. It is a bit isolated, you will need your own transport. There is not always taxis and there is a bus every hour. Although there is construction in the area going on, you are not in the middle of it. I am barely aware of it. The community is completed with no construction where we are.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 09 November 2014 - 20:48
Mangrove One has a very small pool area.....not big enough for a swim...in fact, not even sure it has a shallow end....more like a dipping pool. Maintenance is excellent....which is a plus here....houses are new, modern style. There are lot of families on it but think there are no empty houses. Has a shop, gym and fitness centre offering classes. Al Dhabi is cheaper with better pool....houses are older but are quite big. Lots of families in this area....close to park....out of town but near a mall and waitrose, Spinneys and Carrefour express nearby for quick shopping. From memory I do not think Bloom Gardens has a pool. I also looked at Etihad Towers....did not like enclosed central galley kitchen with no window....fab pool area.